The Winchester Super-X Turkey 12 Gauge 2-3/4-inch #5 Shot 1-1/2 oz Lead 10-round box is a specialized shotshell engineered specifically for wild turkey hunting in shotguns with standard 2-3/4-inch chambers. A common friction point when hunting turkeys with standard-length shells is pattern breakdown and low pellet count at ethical terminal distances, where unbuffered lead pellets deform under ignition pressure and stray outside the core pattern. Winchester resolves this short-chamber performance barrier by packing a heavy 1-1/2 oz payload of hard, copper-plated lead shot paired with specialized granulated buffering to preserve pellet sphericity and deliver lethal pattern density downrange.
The primary technical advantage centers on pellet protection and gas containment inside the barrel. The 1-1/2 oz load of #5 lead shot features a slick copper plating that hardens the outer surface to prevent flat-spotting during setback acceleration. Between the pellets, Winchester’s Grex granulated buffering fills internal voids, acting as a shock absorber to stop pellet-on-pellet crushing as the load compresses through the forcing cone and choke constraint. A precision one-piece hinged wad creates a positive gas seal behind the payload, maximizing propellant efficiency and stabilizing velocity to prevent stray flyers.
Designed to function seamlessly in pump-action, semi-automatic, and break-action 12-gauge shotguns with standard chambers, this Super-X load maintains tight core patterns when paired with full and extra-full turkey chokes. The combination of spherical copper-plated shot, shock-absorbing Grex buffering, and uniform wad pressure produces predictable point-of-impact and maximum energy transfer on spring gobblers. It is a time-tested, highly effective choice for turkey hunters running 2-3/4-inch receiver platforms.
Key Benefits
- Copper-Plated #5 Hard Lead Shot: Slick copper coating resists setback deformation and retains flight mass for maximum downrange energy.
- Grex Granulated Buffering: Fills payload voids to cushion pellets under acceleration and preserve spherical geometry for tight patterns.
- One-Piece Hinged Wad: Forms an efficient chamber gas seal and stabilizes payload release to minimize fringe flyers.
- 2-3/4" Standard Chamber Solution: Delivers heavy turkey-grade pattern density without requiring 3-inch or 3-1/2-inch magnum receivers.
Technical Specification
- Gauge/Length: 12 Gauge | 2-3/4 Inch Shell Length | Standard Chamber Compatibility
- Payload: 1-1/2 oz Payload | #5 Shot Size | Hard Copper-Plated Lead Projectiles
- Buffering/Wad: Grex Granulated Payload Buffering | One-Piece Hinged Gas-Sealing Wad
- Logistics: 10 Rounds Per Box | Winchester Super-X Turkey Series
- Dimensions: Standard 12 GA Geometry | Fits Pump, Semi-Auto & Break-Action Shotguns | SKU: X12MT5
- Application: Wild Turkey Hunting, Spring Gobblers, and Long-Range Patterning
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Winchester Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
Winchester’s Super-X Turkey line is built on repeatable ballistic performance and component consistency, making it a reliable option when pattern density and pellet energy must align at practical hunting distances. Get consistent ignition, controlled recoil, and dense patterns by sourcing from SMKW, a trusted supplier with proven inventory control and product authenticity.
