How Fast Does A Shotgun Slug Travel?
How Fast Does A Shotgun Slug Travel? A 1 oz. (437.5 grain) 2 3/4-inch Foster 12 gauge shotgun slug achieves a velocity of approximately 1,560 fps with a muzzle energy of 2,363 ft. lbs. Three-inch slugs travel at around 1,760 fps with a muzzle energy of 3,105 ft-lbs. How far will a 20 gauge shotgun