Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3 holder, competitive shooter.
The Fiocchi Low Recoil Aero 12 gauge rifled slug delivers 1300 fps velocity and 1438 ft-lbs of energy from a 7/8-ounce projectile, wrapped in a 2-3/4-inch hull. Fiocchi engineered this load for law enforcement and self-defense applications where follow-up speed matters — reduced recoil lets you stay on target through rapid strings. A rifled slug is a single lead projectile with spiral grooves cut into its body; when fired through a smooth bore barrel, those grooves impart spin for stabilization. You can also run these through a rifled barrel, though accuracy gains will be modest compared to sabot slugs. The Boxer primer and reloadable hull mean once-fired cases return to service after inspection and resizing.
Load Profile
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell length | 2-3/4″ |
| Slug type | Rifled Slug |
| Slug weight | 7/8 Ounce |
| Muzzle velocity | 1300 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 1438 ft-lbs |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Barrel type | Rifled or Smooth Bore |
| Rounds per box | 10 |
| Intended use | Self Defense |
| Manufacturer | Fiocchi |
Low recoil does not mean low power — this load produces standard slug energy while cutting felt impulse by 20-30 percent compared to full-power 1-ounce slugs. That reduction comes from the lighter projectile and optimized powder charge. You maintain effective terminal performance inside 75 yards while gaining faster split times in competition or training drills. Shop the full 12 gauge slugs lineup for comparison loads and sabot options.
Who It’s For
This ammunition suits recoil-sensitive shooters, competitors running shotgun stages, and agencies looking to reduce training fatigue without sacrificing terminal effect. If you run a home-defense shotgun and want to train with the same recoil profile you’ll encounter under stress, this load bridges the gap. Rifled slugs work in any 12-gauge chamber rated for 2-3/4-inch shells, making them compatible with pump-actions, semi-autos, and single-shots. California residents: this ammunition contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm under Proposition 65.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for shotgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded; keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times.
- Store ammunition separately from firearms in a locked container; verify local and state storage requirements.
- This product contains lead. Wash hands thoroughly after handling ammunition or cleaning firearms. Follow all Proposition 65 warnings if shipping to California.
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