The Nobel Sport NSI .410 Bore 3-inch #7.5 Shot 11/16 oz Max Dram 25-round box is a specialized small-bore shotshell cartridge engineered specifically to enhance pattern density for upland game hunting and target shooting. A primary friction point when shooting .410 platforms is limited pellet count, which can cause sparse pattern coverage, inconsistent downrange fringe hits, and clean misses. Nobel Sport solves this capacity restriction by leveraging a full 3-inch hull to house a heavy 11/16 oz payload, substantially increasing total lead pellet volume to deliver uniform, dense patterns on small targets.
The core technical advantage relies on pellet hardness and balanced internal ballistics. Standard soft lead shot deforms upon ignition acceleration and barrel travel, causing flattened pellets to stray off course as "flyers". Nobel Sport utilizes high-antimony lead shot, which significantly resists crushing deformation under chamber pressures. Preserving spherical pellet geometry keeps the shot column tightly grouped downrange for increased pattern density. The Max Dram equivalent powder charge propels the payload at a consistent 1,145 FPS, delivering reliable energy transfer without causing excessive pressure or pellet deformation.
Delivering its 11/16 oz charge of #7.5 shot at 1,145 FPS, this heavy game load strikes an ideal balance between downrange kinetic energy and light, manageable recoil. Assembled in durable plastic hulls equipped with Nobel Sport's non-corrosive 209 primers and even-patterning wads, it ensures clean combustion, steady chamber pressure curves, and consistent extraction across single-shot, over/under, lever-action, and pump-action .410 shotguns. It is exceptionally effective for dove, quail, rabbit, squirrel, and clay target games.
Key Benefits
- 3-Inch Heavy 11/16 oz Payload: Expands pellet capacity in .410 bore platforms to eliminate sparse patterns and improve hit probability.
- High-Antimony Lead Shot: Hardened lead composition prevents pellet deformation in the bore to maintain spherical shape and tight patterns.
- Calibrated 1,145 FPS Velocity: Delivers consistent target-breaking energy while keeping recoil light and controllable.
- Nobel Sport 209 Primers & Even Wadding: Provides uniform ignition and smooth barrel travel for repeatable downrange performance.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .410 Bore | 3-Inch Shell Length | 1,145 FPS Muzzle Velocity | Max Dram Equivalent
- Payload: 11/16 oz | #7.5 Lead Shot | High-Antimony Hard Lead Construction
- Components: High-Durable Plastic Hull | Nobel Sport 209 Primer | Specially Engineered Wad
- Logistics: 25 Rounds Per Box | Nobel Sport NSI Heavy Game Series
- Dimensions: Standard 3" .410 Chambering | SKU: ANS41375
- Application: Upland Game Hunting (Dove, Quail, Rabbit), Small Game, and Clay Target Shooting
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Nobel Sport Italia Quality Assurance
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