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.177
ZAN Projectiles · Slug

Lead-Free Slug

Caliber.177Weight8.5 grTypeSlugShapeHollowpoint slugPack200 ct

Specifications

Manufacturer
ZAN Projectiles
Product
ZAN Projectiles Lead-Free Slug .177 Cal, 8.5gr, Hollowpoint, 200ct
Family
Lead-Free Slug
Projectile type
Slug
Material
Lead-free alloy
Caliber
.177
Caliber (in)
0.177
Caliber (mm)
4.5
Weight
8.5 gr
Shape
Hollowpoint slug
Pack count
200

Hunting & suitability

Primary purpose
Target / pest control
Target use
Good in suitable PCP
Hunting use
Very small game/pests
Ethical game band
Very small game/pests
Suggested min muzzle energy
8 ft·lb
Suggested max range
Usually ≤20-35 yd; legal species and precision matter
Game examples
pest birds, very small game where legal

Projectile alone does not establish ethical use; confirm legal species, rifle FPE, retained energy, accuracy, expansion/penetration, and shot placement. Lead-free slugs can require faster twist barrels and may penetrate differently than soft lead.

Notes

Pre-order/backorder status at Airgun Depot; lead-free non-lead alloy slug for PCPs.