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.177
Benjamin · Pellet

Single Die Pellets

Caliber.177Weight10.5 grTypePelletShapeDomed/Round nosePack500 ct

Specifications

Manufacturer
Benjamin
Product
Benjamin Single Die Pellets .177 Cal, 10.5 Grain, Domed, 500ct
Family
Single Die Pellets
Projectile type
Pellet
Material
Lead or lead alloy
Caliber
.177
Caliber (in)
0.177
Caliber (mm)
4.5
Weight
10.5 gr
Shape
Domed/Round nose
Pack count
500

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 fps11.4 ft·lb
800 fps14.9 ft·lb
900 fps18.9 ft·lb
1000 fps23.3 ft·lb

Hunting & suitability

Primary purpose
General target / field
Target use
Very good
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. Domed/round nose designs tend to favor accuracy and penetration.