The Tunet Challenge 28 Gauge shotgun shells are designed for sport shooting and upland game hunting. These 2-3/4 inch shells are loaded with 3/4 oz of #7.5 shot, providing an excellent pattern density and velocity balance for clay target shooting and hunting small game birds. The 28 gauge offers less recoil than larger gauges, making it ideal for extended shooting sessions or shooters sensitive to recoil
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Tunet |
| Model | Challenge |
| Gauge | 28 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2-3/4" |
| Shot Size | #7.5 |
| Shot Weight | 3/4 oz (21.3 grams) |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Hull Material | Plastic |
| Recommended Use | Clay target shooting, upland game hunting |
Key Features:
The Tunet Challenge 28 Gauge 2-3/4 inch 3/4oz #7.5 Shot offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for clay target shooting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Gauge | 28 Gauge Ideal for smaller-framed shooters and those who prefer less recoil |
| Shell Length | 2-3/4 inch Standard length for versatile use in most 28-gauge shotguns |
| Shot Weight | 3/4 oz Balanced payload for effective target-breaking and game-hunting |
| Shot Size | #7.5 Optimal for clay target shooting and small upland game |
| Quality Construction | Consistent performance Manufactured to high standards for reliable ignition and patterning |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Sporting Clays: Excellent choice for clay target shooting, providing consistent patterns and breaking power.
- Upland Game Hunting: Suitable for hunting small game birds such as quail, grouse, and woodcock.
- Target Practice: Ideal for training and improving shotgun skills with reduced recoil compared to larger gauges.
- Youth and Smaller-Framed Shooters: The 28 gauge offers manageable recoil, making it perfect for introducing new shooters to the sport.
- Competitive Shooting: Can be used in 28 gauge shooting competitions and events.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Lightweight Load: 3/4oz shot provides reduced recoil for comfortable shooting in 28 gauge.
- ✔ Versatile Shot Size: #7.5 shot is ideal for upland game birds and sporting clays.
- ✔ Standard Shell Length: 2-3/4 inch shells are compatible with most 28 gauge shotguns.
- ✔ Suitable for Target Practice: The moderate load is excellent for improving shooting skills without fatigue.
- ✔ Consistent Patterns: Tunet's manufacturing process ensures tight, uniform shot patterns for improved accuracy.
Cons
- ✘ Limited Range: The lighter 3/4oz load may have reduced effective range compared to heavier loads.
- ✘ Not Suitable for Larger Game: The #7.5 shot size is too small for effectively hunting larger birds or small game.
- ✘ Specialized Gauge: 28 gauge ammunition is less common and may be harder to find than 12 or 20 gauge.
- ✘ Higher Cost: 28 gauge ammunition is often more expensive per round than more common gauges.
About Tunet Challenge:
Tunet Challenge is a brand of shotgun ammunition renowned for its quality and performance in the field. Manufactured in Mondouzil, France, by Tunet Nobel Sport, the brand benefits from a rich history dating back to 1933 as part of the Nobel Sport Group—a European leader in pyrotechnics with over 300 years of expertise in gunpowder, propulsion, and ballistics. Beyond ammunition, Tunet extends its offerings to a diverse range of products, including guns, rifles, and hunting accessories. These products are designed with hunters and gun enthusiasts in mind, featuring muzzle devices, scopes, and other precision equipment that enhance the shooting experience. Tunet is particularly recognized for its 28-gauge ammunition, catering to those who prefer this less common gauge, and for its commitment to crafting reliable, high-performing shells that deliver consistent patterns and ignition.
