Frequently Asked Questions & Answers on What is a rifled slug?:
What Is A Rifled Slug?
A rifled slug is a projectile that is the same as a lead ball but it has lands and grooves (rifling) on the inside of it. This rifling makes the projectile spin when it’s fired out of a shotgun barrel. If you look closely at the end of your barrel, you will notice that there are marks cut into the end of it. These are called lands. The grooves are cut in between these lands and that is what the projectile rotates inside of.
What Is A Slug?
A slug is a solid projectile that has no rifling on the inside of it. It is usually made of lead and it has no projectile cup or hollow point. The only thing that makes it different from a ball is that it is bigger and heavier. It has a softer lead alloy and they are designed to expand but not break apart.
What Are Rifled Slugs Good For?
You can use them for hunting deer, antelope, elk, bear and other big game. You can also use these for home defense in a shotgun when you want to fire rounds that will expand and fragment.
What Are The Advantages of Using A Rifled Slug?
Compared to other types of shotgun ammunition, rifled slugs have higher muzzle velocity and long range accuracy. They are also capable of penetrating deep and hitting hard at longer ranges. On the flip side they have limited ammunition capacity, they are generally more expensive, they have a slower reload time, and they are relatively more difficult to shoot accurately due to their heavy weight.
What Are The Disadvantages of Using A Rifled Slug?
Compared to other types of shotgun ammunition, rifled slugs have higher muzzle velocity and long range accuracy. They are also capable of penetrating deep and hitting hard at longer ranges. On the flip side they have limited ammunition capacity, they are generally more expensive, they have a slower reload time, and they are relatively more difficult to shoot accurately due to their heavy weight.
What Is The Difference Between A Slug And A Rifled Slug?
The rifled slug is the same as the larger, heavier version of the regular slug, but has grooves that make it spin through the air. The spinning acts as a gyroscope, stabilizing the slug-type bullet in flight and giving it greater accuracy. A rifled slug is not guaranteed to be accurate over long distances because its accuracy depends on how well maintained the barrel of your particular rifle is.
Can You Fire A Rifled Slug Through A Smooth Bore?
Yes. You can fire a rifled slug through a smooth bore.
Will Rifled Slugs Hurt A Smooth Barrel?
No.