What twist rate does .410 Bore use?

.410 Bore typically uses a N/A (smoothbore) twist rate.

What bullet diameter is .410 Bore?

.410 Bore uses a 0.41″ (10.414 mm) diameter bullet.

Is .410 Bore still in production?

.410 Bore is active; typical availability is common.

What is .410 Bore used for?

.410 Bore is primarily used for small game, pest control, youth.

What are the best powders for .410 Bore?

Reloading powders commonly listed for .410 Bore include Red Dot, International Clays, Green Dot, Winchester 296, among 5 suitable options.

Shotgun · SAAMI

.410 Bore

.410 gauge36 gauge

The smallest production shotshell.

Caliber: 0.41″ · 10.414 mm
Introduced: 1874
Case: Rimmed
Primary use: Small Game, Pest Control, Youth
Status: Active

Velocity1,100–1,300 fps

Energy140–350 ft·lb

Typical grains175 · 218 · 219 gr

Identity

Introduced: 1874
Type: Shotgun
Origin: United Kingdom
Inventor: Various
Manufacturer: Various
Standard: SAAMI
Status: Active
Availability: Common

Build

Twist (typical): N/A (smoothbore)
Primer: 209 Shotshell
Case type: Rimmed

Pressure & range

Max pressure: 13,500 psi
Eff. range: 25 yd
Max range: 100 yd
Recoil: 8–12 ft·lb
Subsonic: Capable

Ballistics

Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd

Open in Ballistic Compare ↗

By real loads: 750–1,830 fps · 238 loads
Parent case: —

Representative trajectory — modeled from a single velocity input (no published BC for this cartridge yet).

Performance

Best for HuntingRemington Express Slug1190 gr · Rifled Slug · 1,830 fpsBuy now →

Best for DefenseRemington Slugger218 gr · Slug · 1,830 fpsBuy now →

Best for TargetFederal American Eagle88 gr · 1/5 oz Slug · 1,830 fpsBuy now →

Buy links open .410 Bore ammunition at Rivertown Munitions.

Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

CIP TDCC · approximate

Measure	mm	in	✓
Bullet ⌀	10.41	0.410	✓
Neck ⌀	11.56	0.455	~
Shoulder ⌀	n/a
Shoulder angle	n/a
Base ⌀	11.94	0.470	✓
Rim ⌀	13.60	0.536	✓
Belt ⌀	n/a
Rim thickness	1.52	0.060	~
Neck length	n/a
Case length	63.50	2.500	✓
Overall length	50.80	2.000	~

Size vs familiar rounds

Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. .410 Bore is highlighted below.

Factory loads

In production — 238 active loads across 44 brands. Top 15 shown · see all 240 →.

Brand	Load	Grain	Bullet	FPS	ft·lb	BC
Remington	Express Slug	1190	Rifled Slug	1,830	8,847	—
Remington	Slugger	218	Slug	1,830	1,621	—
Remington	Slugger	218	Lead Slug	1,830	1,621	—
Winchester	Super-X	218	Lead Slug	1,830	1,621	—
Winchester	Super-X Slugs	87	Slug	1,830	647	—
Federal	TruBall	218	Rifled Slug	1,830	1,621	—
Federal	American Eagle	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
Winchester	USA White Box	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
Winchester	AA Target	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
Winchester	Super-X Buckshot	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
Remington	Express	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
PMC	Bronze	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
Fiocchi	Target	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
PPU	Standard	88	1/5 oz Slug	1,830	654	—
Sellier & Bellot	Slug	87	Rifled Slug	1,830	647	—

Velocities are manufacturer-stated (test-barrel). Discontinued loads dimmed.

Suitable powders

5 reloading powders listed for .410 Bore, fastest to slowest. Cross-reference in the finder →

Red Dot International Clays Green Dot Winchester 296 Lil'Gun

Reloading costestimate cost per round vs factory

Estimate your cost per round and how it compares to factory. Inputs are yours — nothing is stored.

Powder $/lbCharge (gr)Bullet $/eaPrimer $/eaBrass reusesBrass $/ea

Cost estimate only — not load data. Charge weight is your input; follow published manuals for safe charges.

Firearms chambered in .410 Bore

12 models in the database chamber .410 Bore. Browse all →

Radikal MK3 .410 Bore O/UATA Arms Venza .410 Bore O/UHenry Repeating Arms Henry Axe Buck .410Henry Repeating Arms Side Gate 410 BoreRemArms 870 Fieldmaster .410 Bore 25-inchPointer Pointer O/U .410 Bore FieldTaurus Judge Executive Grade .45 ColtHenry Repeating Arms Henry Axe .410 Bore 15.14-inchHenry Repeating Arms H024 Axe .410 bore 15.14-inch Side GateSavage Arms 301 Turkey .410 Bore 26-inchWinchester SX4 Semi-Auto 410 BoreHenry Repeating Arms Axle .410

Connected reference

Loads240 factory loads for .410 Bore↗Reloading5 suitable powders — cross-reference↗FirearmsFirearms in .410 Bore↗ToolCompare ballistics↗

History

The smallest practical shotshell, used for small game, pest control, and introducing youth to shotguns. Also chambered in revolvers (Taurus Judge, S&W Governor). Limited but dedicated market.

FAQs

What twist rate does .410 Bore use?: .410 Bore typically uses a N/A (smoothbore) twist rate.
What bullet diameter is .410 Bore?: .410 Bore uses a 0.41″ (10.414 mm) diameter bullet.
Is .410 Bore still in production?: .410 Bore is active; typical availability is common.
What is .410 Bore used for?: .410 Bore is primarily used for small game, pest control, youth.
What are the best powders for .410 Bore?: Reloading powders commonly listed for .410 Bore include Red Dot, International Clays, Green Dot, Winchester 296, among 5 suitable options.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 238 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →