The Kent Cartridge K123FS322 Fasteel 2.0 delivers consistent steel shot performance for waterfowl hunters demanding reliable patterns and clean kills. This 12-gauge load combines precision-engineered steel shot with advanced wad technology to maximize downrange energy transfer.
What Makes This Different
Fasteel 2.0 technology incorporates a redesigned wad system that creates tighter shot patterns compared to standard steel loads. The precision-formed steel pellets maintain their spherical shape better than soft steel alternatives, resulting in improved ballistic coefficients and retained velocity. Independent testing shows 15-20% tighter patterns at 40 yards versus comparable steel loads.
Key Features
- 1-1/8 ounce payload of #2 steel shot for optimal duck and goose performance
- 3-inch magnum hull generates 1,560 fps muzzle velocity
- Advanced wad design reduces flyers and maintains shot column integrity
- Corrosion-resistant steel shot won't deform in barrel or choke tubes
- Low-flash powder formulation for reduced muzzle signature
- Compatible with all choke constrictions including full and extra-full
- Sealed primer and crimp provide reliable ignition in wet conditions
Field performance data indicates effective lethal range extends to 50+ yards on large ducks and geese when paired with appropriate choke tubes. The #2 shot size provides the ideal balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy for medium to large waterfowl. Consistent ignition and burn rates maintain shot-to-shot velocity spreads within 25 fps standard deviation.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Weight: 1-1/8 ounces
- Shot Size: #2 steel
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,560 fps
- Dram Equivalent: 3-3/4
- Quantity: 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Hull: High-strength plastic with brass-plated steel head
- Primer: Non-corrosive, all-weather
Kent's manufacturing standards ensure dimensional consistency across production runs, maintaining reliable feeding and extraction in semi-automatic shotguns. The 250-round case quantity provides serious waterfowl hunters with sufficient ammunition for extended hunting seasons while offering better per-round pricing than smaller quantities.