The Rio Texas Game Load High Velocity delivers consistent patterns and reliable performance for upland game hunting. This 12-gauge load combines proven powder charges with quality shot to achieve effective velocities while maintaining manageable recoil.
What Makes This Different
Rio's Texas Game Load features a high-velocity powder charge that pushes 1¼ ounces of #7.5 shot at approximately 1,330 feet per second. The optimized wad design promotes consistent shot patterns compared to standard velocity loads. Quality hulls and reliable primers ensure consistent ignition across temperature ranges.
Key Features
- High velocity 1,330 fps muzzle velocity for extended effective range
- 1¼ ounce shot charge with uniform #7.5 lead shot
- 2¾-inch hull length fits all standard 12-gauge chambers
- Optimized wad system for consistent pattern density
- Reliable brass-plated steel head construction
- 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (250 total rounds)
- Suitable for semi-automatic, pump-action, and break-action shotguns
Field performance shows effective patterns on dove, quail, and small upland birds at ranges up to 40 yards. The #7.5 shot size provides sufficient energy for clean harvests while offering dense pattern coverage. Consistent velocities contribute to predictable shot placement for wing shooting scenarios.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12
- Shell length: 2¾ inches
- Shot weight: 1¼ ounces
- Shot size: #7.5 lead
- Muzzle velocity: Approximately 1,330 fps
- Packaging: 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Hull: High-quality plastic with brass-plated steel head
- Primer: Non-corrosive
Rio Ammunition manufactures this load to consistent specifications for hunters who need reliable performance. The case quantity provides sufficient ammunition for extended hunting seasons while maintaining cost efficiency per round.