The Winchester Elite Long Beard XR 12 Gauge 3-inch #4 Copper-Plated Lead Shot 1-3/4 oz 10-round box is a magnum turkey hunting shotshell engineered specifically for harvesting wild turkeys at extended distances with tight, lethal pattern density. A common friction point when hunting turkeys at longer ranges with conventional lead loads is pattern dispersion and core breakdown, caused when setback forces crush soft lead pellets into irregular shapes during acceleration. Winchester resolves this long-range performance barrier by encapsulating the payload in patented Shot-Lok Technology, protecting pellet sphericity to deliver twice the number of pellets in a 10-inch circle at 50 yards compared to standard lead loads.
The primary technical advantage centers on total shot-column protection inside the shell. During manufacture, a liquid resin buffer is poured into the 1-3/4 oz payload of #4 copper-plated lead shot and allowed to harden completely, eliminating space between pellets. Upon ignition, the liquid-form resin fractures into a micro-fine powder that cushions the pellets, completely stopping pellet-on-pellet flattening and wall friction deformities. The copper-plated #4 hard lead pellets exit the muzzle in near-perfect spherical condition, preserving aerodynamic efficiency for tight pattern cores and deep tissue penetration through heavy turkey feathers and neck muscle.
Propelling its heavy 1-3/4 oz payload (approx. 236 pellets) at 1,200 FPS, this 3-inch magnum load maintains devastating downrange kinetic energy for clean, ethical turkey harvests. Assembled with a high-brass head, durable hull, and a tight gas-sealing wad, it ensures smooth feeding, reliable cycling, and clean extraction in pump-action and semi-automatic shotguns. It is engineered to perform exceptionally well through extra-full and specialized turkey choke tubes.
Key Benefits
- Patented Shot-Lok Resin Technology: Hardened buffer micro-fractures on ignition to stop pellet deformation for ultra-tight extended-range patterns.
- Copper-Plated #4 Lead Payload: Heavy 1-3/4 oz payload retains spherical shape for maximum downrange penetration energy.
- Magnum 3-Inch Shell Performance: Delivers approximately 236 hard lead pellets for dense pattern coverage on spring gobblers.
- High-Brass Hull and Gas Seal: Built for flawless cycling and consistent ignition in pump and semi-auto hunting shotguns.
Technical Specification
- Gauge/Length: 12 Gauge | 3-Inch Shell Length | Magnum Chamber Compatibility
- Payload: 1-3/4 oz Payload (~236 Pellets) | #4 Shot Size | Copper-Plated Hard Lead
- Buffering/Wad: Patented Solidified Shot-Lok Resin Buffer | Gas-Sealing Wad
- Logistics: 10 Rounds Per Box | Winchester Long Beard XR Series
- Dimensions: Standard 12 GA 3" Geometry | Compatible with Extra-Full & Turkey Chokes | SKU: STLB1234
- Application: Wild Turkey Hunting, Extended-Range Spring Gobbler Harvesting, and Pattern Testing
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Winchester Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
When you need a turkey load built around measurable pattern consistency and reliable terminal performance instead of marketing claims, the Winchester Elite Long Beard XR delivers proven engineering for extended-range hunting. Order yours today from SMKW, your trusted source for premium hunting ammunition and outdoor gear.
