Winchester Super Pheasant 28 Gauge 3" 1-1/8oz #5 Shot Shells - 25 Rounds

The Winchester Super Pheasant X283PH5 delivers maximum knockdown power for upland game hunting with its magnum 3-inch 28 gauge configuration. This premium ammunition combines Winchester's proven shot technology with optimized powder charges to extend effective range beyond standard field loads.

What Makes This Different

Super Pheasant shells feature Winchester's proprietary buffered shot design that maintains pellet integrity through the barrel and downrange flight. The magnum 3-inch case holds 1-1/8 ounces of #5 shot compared to standard 2-3/4 inch loads carrying only 3/4 ounce, delivering 50% more pellets on target. This translates to denser patterns and increased stopping power at extended ranges where late-season pheasants demand maximum performance.

Key Features

• Magnum 3-inch 28 gauge shells with 1-1/8 ounce shot payload
• #5 shot size optimized for pheasant, grouse, and medium upland game
• Buffered shot column reduces pellet deformation for tighter patterns
• High-velocity powder charge for flat trajectory and extended range
• Brass-plated steel heads with reliable primer ignition
• 25 shells per box, 10 boxes per case (250 total rounds)
• Compatible with all 28 gauge shotguns chambered for 3-inch shells

Field testing shows these shells maintain effective pattern density out to 40 yards, extending the practical range for challenging shots on running or flushing birds. The #5 shot provides optimal penetration for pheasant-sized game while maintaining sufficient pellet count for reliable hits. Weather-resistant crimping and quality control standards ensure consistent ignition and velocity across temperature extremes encountered during hunting seasons.

Technical Specs

• Gauge: 28
• Shell length: 3 inches
• Shot weight: 1-1/8 ounces
• Shot size: #5 (.12 inch diameter)
• Muzzle velocity: Approximately 1,200 fps
• Case material: High-strength plastic with brass head
• Primer: Non-corrosive, all-weather
• Quantity: 25 rounds per box, 250 rounds per case
• Manufacturer: Winchester Ammunition

Serious upland hunters recognize the 28 gauge's balance of power and shootability, especially when loaded to magnum specifications. This ammunition maximizes the cartridge's potential while maintaining the light recoil that makes the 28 gauge ideal for extended hunting sessions and youth shooters stepping up to more powerful loads.