The Rio Ammunition Royal Buck 12 Gauge 2.75" 4 Buck Shot 25 Per Box/10 Case RB122725 (UPC 8435101637251) is a versatile, hard-hitting buckshot load designed for hunters, home-defense users, and tactical shotgun shooters who want reliable performance and serious stopping power. Packed with #4 Buck and loaded to a brisk 1345 fps, this 12-gauge buckshot offers dense patterns and consistent results whether you’re in the deer woods, running drills, or protecting your property.
Each box contains 25 rounds, and a full case includes 10 boxes (250 rounds), giving you plenty of ammo for pattern testing, training, and full-season use.
Key Specs – Rio Royal Buck RB122725
Gauge: 12 Gauge
Shell Length: 2.75" (2¾")
Shot Size: #4 Buck (4 Buck)
Muzzle Velocity: 1345 fps
Rounds per Box: 25
Boxes per Case: 10 (250 total rounds)
Series: Rio Royal Buck
Manufacturer SKU: RB122725
UPC: 8435101637251
This load fits any 12-gauge shotgun chambered for 2¾" shells, making it a flexible choice for field guns, tactical shotguns, and classic pumps or semi-autos alike.
Strong Stopping Power with #4 Buckshot
Rio’s Royal Buck 4 Buck ammunition is engineered to deliver strong terminal performance on medium game and excellent pattern density for defensive use:
#4 buck provides more pellets on target than larger 00 buck, increasing hit probability in the vital zone.
Pellets are still large enough to deliver deep penetration and serious energy at typical hunting and home-defense distances.
High-velocity 1345 fps muzzle speed ensures the load hits hard and patterns consistently.
This balance of pellet count and power makes RB122725 a great option for deer-sized game in close cover, coyotes, hogs, and defensive roles where controlled range and dense patterns matter.
2.75" Shell – Maximum Shotgun Compatibility
With a standard 2.75" shell length, Rio Royal Buck runs in virtually any modern 12-gauge shotgun: pumps, semi-autos, and break-actions.
Ideal for shotguns rated for 2¾" or longer shells.
No need for a magnum chamber to take advantage of this load.
Great for defensive shotguns that are often optimized around 2¾" ammunition.
If your 12-gauge is chambered for 2¾", RB122725 is almost certainly compatible, making this an easy go-to buckshot choice.
Royal Buck Line – Consistent Patterns & Predictable Performance
Rio’s Royal Buck series is known for its combination of affordability and dependable performance. Across multiple retailers and reviews, these shells are praised for:
Consistent velocities from shot to shot.
Reliable cycling in pump and semi-auto shotguns.
Tight, repeatable patterns with the right choke selection.
This reliability makes RB122725 an excellent “do-it-all” buckshot for hunters, property owners, and shooters who want a proven load that doesn’t break the bank.
25-Round Box / 10-Box Case – From Testing to Full Season
Rio packages this 4 Buck load to meet the needs of both casual and high-volume shooters:
25-round box – perfect for pattern testing, sighting in, or a weekend of hunting.
10-box case (250 rounds) – ideal for:
Running defensive shotgun classes
Stocking up for multiple hunting seasons
Keeping a long-term supply of consistent buckshot on hand
Buying by the case helps ensure you’re shooting the same lot, which can tighten up your consistency in both pattern and point of impact.
Ideal Uses – Hunting, Home Defense & Training
The Rio Ammunition Royal Buck 12Gauge 2.75" 4Buck Shot RB122725 is a versatile buckshot load well-suited to several roles:
1. Medium-Game Hunting
Designed for large and medium game, Royal Buck in 4 Buck is right at home in the deer woods or on hog hunts in brushy terrain.
Dense patterns help ensure multiple vital hits.
High-velocity pellets deliver the energy needed for ethical, clean kills at appropriate shotgun distances.
2. Home & Property Defense
For defensive use, #4 buck is a popular choice for those who want:
Paired with a quality defensive shotgun and proper training, RB122725 is a strong contender for home protection.
3. Training & Shotgun Classes
Because this is a full-power, realistic buckshot load, it’s excellent for:
Patterning your shotgun with different chokes
Running defensive drills and shotgun courses
Getting a true feel for buckshot recoil and performance under realistic conditions
Technical Summary – Rio Royal Buck RB122725
Brand: Rio Ammunition
Line: Royal Buck
Model / SKU: RB122725
UPC: 8435101637251
Gauge: 12 Gauge
Shell Length: 2.75"
Shot Size: 4 Buck
Muzzle Velocity: 1345 fps
Rounds per Box: 25
Boxes per Case: 10 (250 rounds)
Use Case: Medium/large game hunting, home defense, property protection, and realistic shotgun training
Why Choose Rio Royal Buck 12 Gauge 4 Buck RB122725?
If you’re looking for a reliable, hard-hitting 12-gauge buckshot that works for both hunting and defense, the Rio Ammunition Royal Buck 12Gauge 2.75" 4Buck Shot RB122725 is an excellent choice:
Proven 4 Buck payload at 1345 fps for strong terminal performance.
Trusted Royal Buck line known for consistent patterns and dependable cycling.
Standard 2.75" shell for maximum shotgun compatibility.
Value-packed 25-round boxes and 10-box cases for everyone from casual hunters to serious shotgun enthusiasts.
For a do-it-all buckshot load that delivers performance, versatility, and affordability, feed your shotgun Rio Royal Buck 12 Gauge 2.75" 4 Buck RB122725 and be ready for whatever the field—or home front—throws at you.
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