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.177
Apolo · Slug

Apolo Slug

Caliber.177Weight12 grTypeSlugShapeSlugPack400 ct

Specifications

Manufacturer
Apolo
Product
Apolo Slug .177 Cal, 12gr, 400ct
Family
Apolo Slug
Projectile type
Slug
Material
Lead or lead alloy
Caliber
.177
Caliber (in)
0.177
Caliber (mm)
4.5
Weight
12 gr
Shape
Slug
Pack count
400

Energy by velocity

Muzzle energy this projectile carries at common airgun velocities, useful for matching it to your rifle and to honest hunting ranges.

700 fps13.1 ft·lb
800 fps17.1 ft·lb
900 fps21.6 ft·lb
1000 fps26.7 ft·lb

Hunting & suitability

Primary purpose
PCP slug / long-range or hunting
Target use
Good in slug-capable PCP only
Hunting use
Conditional
Ethical game band
Very small game/pests under 2 lb
Suggested min muzzle energy
8 ft·lb
Suggested max range
Usually 20-50 yd depending platform; stay inside proven accuracy
Game examples
quail, dove, pigeon, grouse, very small pests

Projectile alone does not establish ethical use; confirm legal species, rifle FPE, retained energy, accuracy, and shot placement.