HEVI-Shot HS16715 HEVI-Bismuth Upland 16 Gauge 2.75" 1 1/8oz #5

The HEVI-Shot HS16715 HEVI-Bismuth delivers premium non-toxic performance for upland hunters seeking lead-free alternatives without sacrificing knockdown power. This 16 gauge load combines bismuth shot technology with proven ballistics to extend effective range on pheasant, grouse, and quail.

What Makes This Different

Bismuth shot provides 22% greater density than steel while maintaining the soft characteristics that won't damage barrels or chokes. The 1 1/8 ounce payload delivers consistent patterns through modified and improved cylinder chokes, with muzzle velocities reaching 1,200 feet per second. Unlike steel shot that can ricochet off hard surfaces, bismuth fragments on impact for safer shooting in mixed terrain.

Key Features

• Bismuth shot construction - 9.6 g/cc density for superior downrange energy
• 16 gauge 2.75-inch hull optimized for vintage and modern shotguns
• 1 1/8 ounce payload with #5 shot size for versatile upland applications
• Safe for use in any choke constriction including full chokes
• Non-corrosive primers and high-quality hulls for reliable ignition
• 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (250 total rounds)
• Manufactured to SAAMI specifications for consistent performance

Field testing demonstrates effective kills on medium-sized upland birds at ranges extending to 40 yards. The bismuth composition maintains pellet integrity through flight while delivering clean, humane harvests. Hunters report excellent pattern density through various choke tubes, with particularly strong performance in improved cylinder and modified constrictions. The load cycles reliably in semi-automatic and over-under shotguns designed for 2.75-inch shells.

Technical Specs

• Gauge: 16 gauge
• Shell length: 2.75 inches
• Shot weight: 1 1/8 ounce
• Shot size: #5 bismuth
• Muzzle velocity: 1,200 fps (approximate)
• Shot material: Bismuth alloy
• Packaging: 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
• UPC: 604544689372

This ammunition meets federal non-toxic shot requirements for waterfowl areas while providing the terminal performance upland hunters demand. The consistent quality control and premium components justify the investment for hunters who refuse to compromise on effectiveness.