How Far Can a Shotgun Slug Travel? Maximum Effective Range of 12-Gauge Slugs
A shotgun slug can travel effectively between 200 yards (180 meters) and 1,000 yards (910 meters). For deer, the recommended muzzle energy is 1,000 foot-pounds (1,400 joules). For elk, it’s 1,500 foot-pounds (2,000 joules). For moose, it should be 2,000 foot-pounds (2,700 joules). Accuracy decreases at longer distances. In optimal conditions, an experienced shooter can … Read more