The Winchester AA Target 20 Gauge 2-3/4-inch #8 Lead Shot 7/8 oz Reloadable 25-round box is an industry-standard target and light game shotshell engineered specifically for skeet, trap, sporting clays, and upland bird hunting. A primary friction point in target and clay shooting is pellet deformation during chamber ignition and barrel travel, which degrades pattern density, creates stray "flyers," and leads to inconsistent target breaks. Winchester resolves these pattern consistency limitations by combining its legendary reloadable AA high-strength hulls with high-antimony hardened lead shot and a specially engineered cushioning wad system, delivering tight downrange pattern cohesion, smooth cycling, and manageable recoil.
The primary technical advantage centers on preserving spherical pellet geometry throughout the entire firing cycle. Loaded with premium high-antimony hard lead shot, individual pellets resist flattening under high setback forces during ignition. Paired with Winchester’s proven AA cushion wad, the internal assembly absorbs initial acceleration forces, protects the shot column from sidewall barrel friction, and releases a uniform, dense pattern upon exiting the muzzle.
Propelling its versatile 7/8 oz payload of #8 hard lead shot at 1,200 FPS, this AA Target loading balances maximum pattern energy with low felt recoil, allowing target shooters to maintain sight continuity and execute rapid second shots during double-clay targets. Built with Winchester’s famous high-strength, compression-molded reloadable hulls, clean-burning propellants, and all-weather primers, it reduces barrel fouling and supports multi-cycle reloading for dedicated handloaders. It is an outstanding selection for competitive clay sports and mourning dove or quail hunting.
Key Benefits
- High-Antimony Hard Lead Shot: Resists setback deformation to preserve spherical geometry for dense, uniform patterns.
- Famous AA Cushion Wad: Absorbs ignition acceleration shock to minimize pellet damage and soften felt recoil.
- 1,200 FPS Muzzle Velocity: Delivers ideal lead timing and clay-crushing energy with comfortable shootability.
- High-Strength Reloadable AA Hull: World-renowned hull construction ensures smooth feeding, positive extraction, and multiple reload cycles.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: 20 Gauge | 1,200 FPS Muzzle Velocity | Target & Upland Pattern Profile
- Payload: 7/8 oz Payload | #8 Lead Shot | High-Antimony Hardened Lead
- Wad System: Proven Winchester AA® Compression-Molded Cushion Wad
- Shell/Primer: 2-3/4 Inch High-Strength Reloadable AA Hull | All-Weather Primer
- Logistics: 25 Rounds Per Box | Winchester AA Target Series
- Dimensions: 20 Ga 2-3/4" Geometry | Fits All Standard 20 Gauge Shotgun Chambers | SKU: AA208
- Application: Skeet, Trap, Sporting Clays, Target Practice, Dove, Quail, and Small Game Hunting
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Winchester Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
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