The Rio Star Team Evo Target Light Loads are designed for shooters looking to enhance their skills. These 12 gauge shotshells are an economical and efficient training cartridge, perfect for preparing for major events. With a 2 3/4" shell length and 7/8 oz of #8 shot, these rounds deliver a velocity of 1200 fps. Rio's commitment to quality has led to numerous victories in US and international championships, including Olympic medals. These light target loads offer the ideal balance of performance and affordability for practice and competition.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Rio Ammunition |
| Product Line | Star Team Evo Target Light Loads |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2 3/4" |
| Shot Weight | 7/8 oz |
| Shot Size | #8 |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1200 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 8435101634908 |
| Manufacturer Item Number | STT24LT8 |
| Intended Use | Target shooting, Training |
| Shell Material | Plastic |
Key Features:
The Rio Star Team Evo 12 Gauge 2.75" 7/8 oz #8 Shot offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for training and target shooting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Gauge | 12 Gauge Standard shotgun gauge for versatile use |
| Shell Length | 2 3/4" Standard length for most 12 gauge shotguns |
| Shot Weight | 7/8 oz Light load for reduced recoil during training |
| Shot Size | #8 Ideal for target shooting and clay sports |
| Velocity | 1200 fps Fast velocity for flat trajectories |
| Quantity | 25/BX Convenient box size for practice sessions |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Target Practice: Perfect for honing shooting skills and improving accuracy in a range setting.
- Clay Shooting: Ideal for trap, skeet, and sporting clays competitions and practice.
- Training: Economical option for high-volume shooting during training sessions.
- Competitive Shooting: Designed for use in various shotgun sports competitions.
- Warm-up Rounds: Excellent for warming up before competitions or hunting trips.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Economical Training Option: Very cost-effective and extremely affordable for practice and training sessions.
- ✔ Light Recoil: 7/8 oz payload provides reduced recoil for comfortable extended shooting sessions.
- ✔ Versatile Shot Size: #8 shot is ideal and consistently effective for clay target shooting and small game hunting.
- ✔ High Velocity: 1200 fps muzzle velocity consistently ensures flat trajectories and quick target acquisition.
- ✔ Quality Manufacturing: Produced by Rio Ammunition, known for high-quality sports shooting cartridges.
Cons
- ✘ Limited Power: Light 7/8 oz load may not be entirely suitable for larger game or longer range shooting.
- ✘ Not for Magnum Chambers: 2.75" shell length is absolutely not compatible with 3" or 3.5" magnum chambers.
- ✘ Specialized Use: Primarily designed for target shooting, may not be ideal for all hunting situations.
- ✘ Bulk Packaging: Comes in 25-round boxes, which may be more than casual shooters need for a single outing.
About Rio Ammunition:
Rio Ammunition, a division of MAXAM Outdoors, is a leading manufacturer of shotgun shells and cartridges. Founded in 1896 in Spain, Rio has a rich history of over 125 years in the ammunition industry. The company is known for its innovative approach to shotshell production, combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. Rio Ammunition established its North American headquarters in Marshall, Texas in 2015, bringing its high-quality products closer to the U.S. market. The brand is recognized for its commitment to producing environmentally friendly ammunition, using non-toxic shot options and biodegradable wads in many of their products. Rio's product line includes a wide range of shotshells for various applications, from target shooting to hunting, catering to both recreational shooters and competitive athletes.
