HEVI-Shot HEVI-Metal 12GA 3.5" 1.5oz #4 Shot Waterfowl Ammo

The HEVI-Shot HEVI-Metal HS38504 delivers extended range performance for serious waterfowl hunters demanding maximum effectiveness at longer distances. This 12-gauge ammunition combines steel shot with HEVI-Shot's proprietary layered technology to achieve velocities and patterns that outperform standard steel loads.

What Makes This Different

HEVI-Metal ammunition layers steel shot with denser HEVI-Shot pellets, creating a dual-density payload that maintains energy downrange better than conventional steel. The 3.5-inch magnum shell generates 1,450 fps muzzle velocity, delivering 15% more knockdown power at 40 yards compared to standard steel loads. This layered shot technology provides the penetration of steel with the retained energy of tungsten-based pellets.

Key Features

• Dual-density layered shot design combines steel and HEVI-Shot pellets
• 1.5-ounce payload of #4 shot optimized for medium to large waterfowl
• 3.5-inch magnum shell length for maximum powder capacity
• 1,450 fps muzzle velocity maintains energy at extended ranges
• Non-toxic shot composition meets all federal waterfowl regulations
• Precision-formed pellets deliver consistent patterns and reduced flyers
• 25 rounds per box with 10 boxes per case for bulk purchasing

Field testing demonstrates this ammunition maintains lethal energy on mallards and Canada geese out to 50 yards, extending effective range by 10-15 yards over standard steel loads. The #4 shot size provides optimal balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy for medium-sized waterfowl. Weather-sealed primers and crimps ensure reliable ignition in wet hunting conditions typical of waterfowl seasons.

Technical Specs

• Gauge: 12-gauge, 3.5-inch magnum
• Shot weight: 1.5 ounces
• Shot size: #4 (0.13-inch diameter)
• Muzzle velocity: 1,450 feet per second
• Shot type: Steel and HEVI-Shot layered pellets
• Packaging: 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
• Primer: Non-corrosive, weather-resistant

This ammunition represents the next evolution in waterfowl loads, bridging the gap between affordable steel and premium tungsten options. Professional guides and tournament waterfowl hunters rely on HEVI-Metal for consistent performance when shots count most.