The Winchester Long Beard XR STLB2036 delivers extended range and tighter patterns for turkey hunters demanding maximum performance from their 20-gauge shotgun. Shot-Lok Technology bonds lead shot in a hardened resin, creating longer shot strings and reduced pellet deformation during barrel travel.
What Makes This Different
Shot-Lok Technology represents a significant advancement over traditional turkey loads by encasing each pellet in a protective resin that breaks away upon firing. This innovation reduces pellet deformation by up to 20% compared to standard loads, resulting in rounder pellets that maintain energy and deliver tighter patterns. Independent testing shows 10% longer effective range than conventional turkey ammunition.
Key Features
- Shot-Lok Technology bonds lead shot in protective resin for reduced deformation
- 3-inch magnum shell delivers 1,255 fps muzzle velocity
- 1-1/4 ounce payload of #6 lead shot optimized for turkey hunting
- Diamond Cut wad design enhances pattern density at extended ranges
- Brass-plated steel head construction ensures reliable extraction
- Compatible with all 20-gauge shotguns chambered for 3-inch shells
- 10 rounds per box packaging for convenient field carry
Field performance data indicates consistent 40+ yard effectiveness on mature gobblers when fired through modified or full choke tubes. The hardened resin coating maintains pellet integrity through the forcing cone and choke constriction, delivering approximately 15% tighter patterns than standard turkey loads. This ammunition performs reliably in temperatures from -20°F to 125°F, making it suitable for early and late season hunting conditions.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 20-gauge
- Shell length: 3 inches
- Shot weight: 1-1/4 ounces
- Shot size: #6 lead
- Muzzle velocity: 1,255 fps
- Hull: High-strength plastic with brass-plated steel head
- Primer: Non-corrosive, all-weather
- Quantity: 10 rounds per box
- Manufactured: USA
Turkey hunters who demand consistent performance at extended ranges will find this ammunition delivers the pattern density and energy retention needed for clean, ethical harvests. The proven Shot-Lok Technology provides measurable ballistic advantages over conventional turkey loads.