Product Overview
The Winchester Super-Target 12 Gauge shotshell is engineered specifically for high-volume clay target shooting, delivering the consistent, reliable performance competitive shooters and recreational enthusiasts demand round after round.
- 12 gauge, 2.75" shell loaded with 1-1/8 oz of #7.5 shot
- Clean-burning powder and primer reduce residue for easier gun maintenance
- Hinged wad design lowers felt recoil for extended shooting comfort
- Optimized velocity for tight, consistent patterns on clay targets
- Reliable ignition in all weather and temperature conditions
- 25 rounds per box — ideal for a full round of trap or skeet
Who This Is For
Winchester Super-Target loads are purpose-built for clay target shooters who want consistent, match-ready performance without overpaying. Whether you're a weekend skeet shooter, a competitive trap league participant, or someone putting in serious rounds on the sporting clays course, these shells offer the reliability and pattern density needed to break more birds and shoot more comfortably over long sessions.
Specifications
| Brand | Winchester Ammunition |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2.75" (2-3/4") |
| Shot Size | #7.5 |
| Shot Weight | 1-1/8 oz |
| Velocity | 1,145 fps (approx.) |
| Wad Type | Hinged Wad |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Intended Use | Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What clay target sports are Winchester Super-Target shells best suited for?
Winchester Super-Target loads are optimized for all three major clay target disciplines — trap, skeet, and sporting clays. The 1-1/8 oz load of #7.5 shot provides excellent pattern density and energy retention at typical target engagement distances, making it a versatile choice whether you're shooting incoming or crossing birds. The reduced-recoil design is especially beneficial during high-round-count practice sessions and competitions.
Will these shells cycle reliably in semi-automatic shotguns?
Yes. Winchester Super-Target loads are designed to function reliably in a wide range of semi-automatic shotguns, including popular competition models from Beretta, Browning, and Mossberg. As with any target load, we recommend ensuring your gas-operated semi-auto is tuned or adjusted for standard 2.75" target loads if you've been shooting heavier hunting ammunition. Pump-action and over/under shotguns will have no issues.
How does the hinged wad reduce felt recoil?
Winchester's hinged wad is engineered to decelerate more gradually as it travels down the barrel, cushioning the shot charge and reducing the abrupt pressure spike that contributes to felt recoil. This design helps maintain higher, more consistent velocities while keeping muzzle rise and shoulder fatigue to a minimum — a meaningful advantage when you're shooting 50, 100, or more rounds in a single outing.
