Winchester Defender 20 Gauge
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Winchester Ammunition Super Target 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 8, 25/box - TRGT208
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Buckshot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester 20ga 2.75" 3/4oz Rifled Slug Super-X Ammunition 5rds - X20RSM5
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Rifle Slug
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Rounds:
5
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Winchester Ammunition Super Target 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 7-1/2, 25/box - TRGT207
Brand:
Winchester
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition AA Super Sport 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 8, 25/box - AASC208
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition AA 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 9, 25/box - AA209
Brand:
Winchester
Barrel Length:
2.75
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammo X205 Super X Heavy Game Load High Brass 20 Gauge 2.75" 1 OZ 5 Shot 25 Bx/ 10 Case
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition AA Super Sport 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 7-1/2, 25/box - AASC207
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammo X206 Super X High Brass 20 Gauge 2.75" 1 oz 6 Shot 25 Bx
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester AA Target Load 20 ga 2.75" #8 7/8 oz. 25 Shotshells- AA208
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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$10.35
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Winchester 20ga 2.75" 7/8oz #8 Super-X Shotshell Ammunition 25rds - XU208
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
From:
$9.14
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 6, 25/box - WE20GT6
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Steel
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Super-X High Brass Game Loads Shotshells - 20 Ga. - 25 Rounds
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X High Brass 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 8, 25/box - X208
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition Drylock Super Steel Magnum 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 4, 25/box - XS204
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Steel
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition Double X Magnum 3" 20 Gauge Ammo 5, 10/box - X203XCT5
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Rounds:
10
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Winchester Ammunition AA Heavy 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 8, 25/box - AAH208
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition AA Heavy 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 7-1/2, 25/box - AAH207
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammo X207 Super X High Brass 20 Gauge 2.75" 1 oz 7.5 Shot 25 Bx
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester 20ga 2.75" #3 Buck Super-X Ammunition 5rds - XB203
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Buckshot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
5
Rounds:
5
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X High Velocity 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 7, 25/box - WE20GT7
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Steel
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X Heavy Game Load 2.75" 20 Gauge Ammo 6, 25/box - XU20H6
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Buckshot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X 3" 20 Gauge Ammo 2, 25/box - WEX2032
Brand:
Winchester
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Capacity:
25
Rounds:
25
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Winchester 20ga 3" #4 High Velocity Magnum Turkey Ammunition 10rds - STH2034
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Shot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Rounds:
10
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Winchester Long Beard XR 3" 1 1/4 oz 20ga Ammo, 10 rds - STLB2036
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Birdshot
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Rounds:
10
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Marketplace Insights
★ 4.6/5
based on 610 customer reviews across 242 variants from 46 retailers
Highly praised shotgun and ammunition product with excellent reliability and value, though some users report sizing and shipping quality concerns.
What customers like
Reliable Performance28%
I've owned this gun for about 7 years and have 0 issues with it
Smooth Action/Cycling22%
Smooth action and shoots great
Great Value/Price18%
Great shotgun at a reasonable price
Excellent Patterns14%
Amazing patterns and a reasonable price
Quality Construction12%
Nice fit and finish, fairly accurate
Common concerns
Sizing/Cycling Issues8%
The shells are sized slightly oversized and have issues across multiple guns
Poor Accuracy/Patterning6%
Worst shooting shotgun I have ever owned in 40 years of hunting
Shipping Damage5%
the individual boxes of shells were pretty beaten up before they were placed
Stiff Safety/Controls4%
The safety requires a hard push and is VERY tough for a 12 year old
Frequently Asked Questions
Winchester Defender 20 Gauge
What is the best ammo for 20 gauge home defense?
For 20 gauge home defense, #3 and #2 buckshot are the primary recommendations, as 00 buckshot is less common in 20 gauge loads. #3 buckshot delivers around 20 pellets per trigger pull, making it highly effective. Federal Power-Shok and Winchester Defender offer well-regarded options. Reduced-recoil loads ease follow-up shots.
Will a 20 gauge take down a deer?
Yes, a 20 gauge can effectively take deer with the right ammunition. Slugs are the recommended choice for clean, reliable kills. Buckshot legality varies widely by location, and sizes like #2 or #3 may not be legal for deer hunting in many areas. Always check local regulations before hunting.
Will a 20g shotgun stop a threat?
A 20 gauge loaded with buckshot is effective for stopping threats. It typically fires smaller pellets than the #00 buckshot common in 12 gauge loads. At typical home defense distances, proper shot placement and appropriate ammunition make it a capable defensive option.
What is the effective range of 20ga buckshot?
20 gauge buckshot is generally effective to about 40-50 yards, though most hunters stay within 35 yards for reliable hits. Beyond 50 yards, pellet spread becomes unpredictable and pattern density drops significantly. Choke selection and ammunition quality affect range considerably. Home defense engagements typically occur well under 15 yards.