Description
Remington Pheasant Loads are built for one job: stopping tough upland birds. The #5 shot in this load hits the mark for pheasant hunting, offering the right balance between pellet size and pattern density. You get enough energy to penetrate at distance while maintaining a tight enough pattern to put birds down cleanly.
These shells run at 1330 feet per second with a standard high-base hull, which keeps recoil manageable even during long days in the field. The 1 1/4 ounce payload gives you plenty of shot without excessive weight, making it easy to carry enough ammo to get the most out of your hunt. Whether you're hunting pen-raised birds or wild roosters in late season, this is a load that'll stay consistent round after round.
What Makes Pheasant Loads Work
The engineering here is straightforward and proven. High-base construction means solid ignition and reliable patterns. The brass-plated steel hull cycles through most 12-gauge shotguns without issue, and the lead shot is consistent enough that you can count on performance from box to box. This isn't a premium super-magnum load, but that's the point. It does what it needs to do without overcomplicating things.
Pheasant Loads for the Field
The 2.75-inch length works in pretty much any standard 12-gauge shotgun. If you're running an older side-by-side, a modern semi-auto, or an over-under, these shells will feed reliably. Each box contains 25 rounds, and boxes typically ship in cases of 10 for those looking to stock up before the season.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2.75 inches
- Shot Size: #5
- Shot Weight: 1 1/4 ounce
- Muzzle Velocity: 1330 fps
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Boxes per Case: 10
- Shot Type: Lead
- Hull Material: Brass-plated Steel
- Hull Type: High-Base
- Manufacturer: Remington
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 20024
- UPC: 047700323305
What’s Included
- 25 shotgun shells (1 box)
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Remington Pheasant Loads #5 shot suitable for both early and late season hunting?
Yes, #5 shot works well across the season. Early season, when birds flush closer, you'll still get clean kills with the denser pattern. Late season with harder birds and longer flushes, the #5 delivers better penetration and retained energy downrange. If you're hunting pen-raised birds that hold tight, some prefer #6 for closer work, but the #5 is versatile enough to handle whatever the day brings.
What's the effective range for these shells on pheasants?
Most pheasant hunting happens between 20 and 40 yards. At these ranges, Remington Pheasant Loads deliver solid, consistent patterns. You'll see patterns hold together well out to 40 yards, and with good shot placement, the 1 1/4 ounce load has enough energy to do the job even at the farther end. Past 40 yards, pattern density starts to open up, so that's when you make a different decision about where to position yourself.
Can I shoot these shells in my older 12-gauge shotgun?
The 2.75-inch shell length is the standard, so these will work in pretty much any 12-gauge shotgun that accepts standard shells. Whether you're running a vintage double gun, a pump, or a modern semi-auto, the Remington Pheasant Loads should feed and cycle without issue. Just verify your gun's chamber size to be sure, but standard 2.75-inch chambers are common across the board.
How does #5 shot compare to #4 or #6 for pheasant hunting?
#5 sits right in the middle. Number 4 shot has bigger pellets for more knockdown power but fewer of them per shell, which can mean a thinner pattern. Number 6 has more pellets for tighter patterns but less energy per pellet. The #5 balances both, which is why it's the go-to choice for most pheasant hunters. Pick #4 if birds are flushing far out, pick #6 if they're holding tight.





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