The Hevi-Shot Hevi-18 TSS Turkey 12 Gauge 3-inch #7 2oz Tungsten Shotshell 5-round box is a top-tier hunting load engineered specifically for spring turkey hunting, long-range gobbler management, and maximum downrange pattern density. A primary friction point with traditional lead turkey ammunition is rapid energy loss and sparse pattern coverage past 40 yards, often leading to missed opportunities or unrecovered game. Hevi-Shot resolves these range and pellet-count limitations by utilizing ultra-dense 18 g/cc Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) paired with a heavy 2-ounce payload, delivering devastating energy retention, extremely dense downrange patterns, and lethal penetration at extended hunting distances.
The primary technical advantage centers on the material properties of 18 g/cc Tungsten Super Shot. Approximately 56% denser than traditional lead, TSS allows the smaller #7 tungsten pellet to carry equal or greater kinetic energy downrange compared to much larger lead shot sizes, while drastically increasing the total pellet count within the 2-ounce charge. This massive increase in pellet volume produces exceptionally tight pattern density in the vital head and neck zone. Additionally, the shot column is packed with specialized spherical buffering that cushions the pellets during acceleration, preserving their perfect roundness to eliminate flyers and maximize pattern uniformity.
Launching its heavy 2-ounce TSS payload at a factory-rated 1,250 FPS muzzle velocity, this Hevi-18 load maintains high velocity and energy far beyond the reach of standard shotshells. Assembled with weather-sealed hulls, specialized turkey wadding, clean-burning propellants, and non-corrosive primers, the cartridge guarantees uniform ignition and pattern repeatability in harsh, damp spring field conditions. Dense tungsten pellets effortlessly resist wind drift and penetrate heavy neck muscle and bone structure, making this load an absolute powerhouse for dedicated turkey hunters demanding extreme terminal performance.
Key Benefits
- 18 g/cc Tungsten Super Shot: 56% denser than lead, allowing smaller #7 pellets to carry deeper penetration and higher energy downrange.
- Massive Pellet Count: Heavy 2-ounce payload delivers high pattern density, filling gaps in the pattern for maximum hit probability in the vital zone.
- Spherical Shot Buffering: Cushions tungsten pellets upon ignition to prevent deformation, ensuring tight, consistent pattern dispersion.
- 1,250 FPS High Velocity: Maintains hard-hitting momentum and energy past traditional 40-yard turkey hunting thresholds.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: 12 Gauge | 3-Inch Shell Length | 1,250 FPS Muzzle Velocity
- Shot Charge: 2 Ounce Payload | #7 Shot Size | Hevi-18 TSS (18 g/cc Density) | Spherical Buffering
- Hull/Primer: Precision Plastic Hull | Weather-Sealed Crimp | Non-Corrosive Primer
- Logistics: 5 Rounds Per Box | Hevi-Shot Hevi-18 TSS Series
- Dimensions: Standard 12Ga 3" Chamber Geometry | Turkey Choke Compatible | SKU: HS4007
- Application: Spring Turkey Hunting, Long-Range Gobbler Management, and Extended-Range Field Shooting
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Hevi-Shot Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
If you're running a 12-gauge platform and need reliable pattern density and penetration beyond traditional limits, this load solves the energy and dispersion constraints of standard shotshells. Get consistent long-range results backed by proven tungsten shot engineering—available now from SMKW, a trusted source for performance-driven ammunition.
