The Winchester Xpert Snow Goose High Velocity delivers maximum knockdown power for late-season waterfowl hunting when birds are heavily feathered and wary. This 12-gauge load combines a full 1-3/8 ounces of #2 steel shot with magnum 3.5-inch shell length for extended range performance.
What Makes This Different
The Xpert Snow Goose formula pushes steel shot at higher velocities than standard waterfowl loads, generating 25% more downrange energy at 40 yards. Winchester's proprietary wad design maintains tight shot patterns while reducing barrel leading common with budget steel loads. The nickel-plated steel shot resists corrosion and delivers consistent performance in harsh weather conditions.
Key Features
- High-velocity 1-3/8 oz steel shot payload for maximum energy transfer
- 3.5-inch magnum shell length extends effective range to 50+ yards
- #2 steel shot size optimized for large waterfowl penetration
- Nickel-plated shot pellets resist corrosion and deformation
- Advanced wad system reduces barrel fouling and maintains patterns
- Non-toxic steel shot meets all federal waterfowl hunting requirements
- 25-round boxes provide full day hunting supply
Field performance shows consistent 70% patterns at 40 yards through improved cylinder chokes, with adequate penetration on large Canada geese and snow geese. The high-velocity design maintains lethal energy at extended ranges where late-season birds typically hold. Reliable ignition occurs in temperatures down to -20°F, critical for northern hunting conditions.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12-gauge
- Shell length: 3.5 inches
- Shot weight: 1-3/8 ounces
- Shot size: #2 steel
- Shot material: Nickel-plated steel
- Velocity: 1,400 fps (muzzle)
- Quantity: 25 rounds per box
- Case quantity: 10 boxes (250 rounds)
Professional guides and serious waterfowlers choose Winchester Xpert Snow Goose loads when shot placement and terminal performance cannot be compromised. Limited seasonal availability makes early ordering essential for hunters planning late-season expeditions.