If you’re an upland or waterfowl hunter you understand the importance of ammo selection, and odds are you good own shotguns in a variety of gauges. After all, there’s more to bird hunting than 12 gauge. The latest load from Winchester Ammunition is specifically designed for fans of the 28 gauge. Winchester Ammunition 28 gauge 3-inch is now available in three different loads so whatever you’re hunting, there’s one fine-tuned for your needs.
Winchester’s new 3-inch, 28-gauge shotshells are designed specifically for upland and waterfowl hunting. The new shotshells will be shipping this fall, just in time for the various bird hunting seasons. Winchester states that the growing interest in sub-gauge for hunting and sport shooting prompted them to create these loads, and that taking a modern look at the 28-gauge shotshell proved exciting. The new shotshells have increased payloads and will be offered in Winchester XPERT Steel, Bismuth, and Super Pheasant.
Details About the New 28 gauge Loads
Xpert Steel 28 gauge
- 3/4 ounce payload
- Shot size 4
- Velocity 1350 fps
- High velocity steel shot with a load tailored for use for both upland and waterfowl.
Bismuth 28 Gauge
- One ounce payload
- Shot size 5
- Velocity 1300 fps
- The best Bismuth technology, made for increased range, greater down-range energy, and improved patterning.
Super Pheasant 28 Gauge
- 1 1/8 ounce payload
- Shot size 5,
- Velocity 1200 fps
- Premium load for pheasant hunters, featuring copper-plated lead shot and a tight patterning wad.
The shotshells you use for a bird hunt matter, and that’s why Winchester invests in creating the highest-performing shotshell loads possible. These 28 gauge 3-inch shotshells promise to be superior performers for the upcoming seasons.
MSRP for the various Winchester Ammunition 28 gauge upland and waterfowl loads varies by specific load and quantity.
