Fiocchi Steel Target shotshells offer high-performance target shooting with an environmentally friendly steel payload. These 12 gauge, 2 3/4" shells are loaded with 1 oz of #7 zinc-plated steel shot, delivering a muzzle velocity of 1200 fps. The corrosion-resistant steel shot is optimized for ballistic performance, while the specially formulated powder blend ensures cleanliness, consistency, and reduced recoil. Ideal for clay target shooting where lead alternatives are required, these low-recoil shells provide reliable performance for sport shooters and training applications.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fiocchi Ammunition |
| Model | Steel Target |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2 3/4" |
| Shot Size | #7 |
| Shot Weight | 1 oz |
| Shot Material | Zinc-plated Steel |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1200 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Boxes Per Case | 10 |
| Hull Color | Orange |
| Application | Target Shooting, Low Recoil |
Key Features:
The Fiocchi 12 Gauge Steel Target Shotshells offer impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for target shooting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Gauge | 12 Gauge Standard 12 gauge shotgun shells |
| Shell Length | 2.75" Standard length for most 12 gauge shotguns |
| Shot Material | Steel Environmentally friendly alternative to lead shot |
| Shot Size | #7 Ideal for target shooting and clay pigeons |
| Shot Weight | 1 oz Standard load for target shooting |
| Velocity | 1200 fps Provides good performance with reduced recoil |
| Rounds per Box | 25 Standard box quantity for shotgun shells |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Target Shooting: Ideal for clay pigeon shooting and other target practice applications.
- Practice: Reduced recoil makes these shells comfortable for extended practice sessions.
- Competitive Shooting: Suitable for use in competitions that require steel shot.
- Environmental Compliance: Steel shot makes these shells compliant with regulations prohibiting lead shot in certain areas.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Low Recoil: Designed for reduced recoil, making it comfortable for extended shooting sessions.
- ✔ Environmentally Friendly: Uses steel shot, which is non-toxic and compliant with environmental regulations.
- ✔ Consistent Performance: Fiocchi's powder blend is formulated for cleanliness and consistency in every shot.
- ✔ Corrosion Resistant: Utilizes zinc-plated steel shot that resists corrosion for longer shelf life.
- ✔ Versatile Application: Ideal for target practice and sport shooting with 12 gauge shotguns.
Cons
- ✘ Limited Range: The 1200 fps velocity may limit effective range compared to higher-velocity loads.
- ✘ Smaller Shot Size: #7 shot size may not be suitable for larger targets or longer distances.
- ✘ Steel Shot Limitations: Not suitable for use in older shotguns not rated for steel shot.
- ✘ Specific Use Case: Primarily designed for target shooting, may not be ideal for hunting applications.
About Fiocchi:
Fiocchi Ammunition, founded in 1876 in Lecco, Italy, has been a leader in the ammunition industry for over 140 years. The company established its U.S. division, Fiocchi of America, in 1983 to better serve the North American market. Fiocchi is renowned for its commitment to innovation, quality, and performance in both hunting and target shooting ammunition. With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ozark, Missouri, Fiocchi produces a wide range of ammunition types, including their popular steel target loads. The company's dedication to environmental responsibility is evident in their use of zinc-plated steel shot, which is corrosion-resistant and optimized for ballistic performance. Fiocchi's expertise in powder blending results in clean-burning, consistent, and reduced-recoil ammunition, making them a preferred choice for sport shooters and hunters alike.
