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When you need steel shot that doesn't make excuses, HyperSonic Steel stands out from the crowded field of waterfowl loads. The draw here isn't just specs on paper—it's the engineering behind hitting harder at distance without running unsafe pressure levels.
The core advantage is velocity. At 1700 FPS, these shells cut through the air faster than any competing steel load on the market. That speed translates into something practical: reduced lead requirements. Most ducks get missed from behind, and that velocity difference means you can shorten your lead by about 8 inches at 40 yards. For pass-shooting situations, that's real money in the bank. The BB shot size carries hard-hitting energy downrange, making it the go-to pick for geese and larger ducks where pellet penetration matters.
The trick to hitting 1700 FPS without blowing up shotguns is Remington's patented Xelerator wad. Instead of relying on pure pressure, it uses an ignition chamber that burns a small powder charge to push the payload forward slightly before the main charge ignites. That clever design gives the shot more time to accelerate while keeping chamber pressures in the safe zone. The wad itself holds the shot together initially, concentrating more pellets into the vital head and neck area before releasing downrange.
These shells feature zinc-plated steel shot that resists corrosion from wet hunting environments. The full-power components—premium propellants, robust primers, and quality hulls—keep delivering shot after shot through sleet, mud, and cold mornings. Each box contains 25 rounds, and the 1-3/8 ounce payload gives you plenty of pellets without sacrificing the velocity edge you're after.
As long as your shotgun is rated for steel shot and chambered for 3.5-inch shells, they'll work. Check your owner's manual to confirm your gun accepts 3.5-inch loads and steel ammunition. The high velocity does produce more recoil than standard loads, so make sure you're comfortable with that before committing to a full box.
The main benefit is reduced lead. Because these shells move so fast, you don't have to lead birds as much as you would with slower loads. At 40 yards, you'll need about 8 inches less lead than with standard 1350 FPS loads, which makes connecting on pass-shooting and crossing shots more realistic. Within 45 yards or so, that velocity advantage makes a real difference.
BB works well for geese and large ducks, especially at longer ranges where you want maximum pellet energy. For regular duck hunting, many hunters prefer No. 2 or No. 3 shot because you get more pellets per shell and tighter patterns. BB only has around 90 pellets in a load, so you're trading pattern density for hitting power. Choose based on your typical shot distances and what birds you're targeting.
The Xelerator features an ignition chamber that pre-ignites a small powder charge to move the shot forward before the main charge fires. This clever two-stage design lets Remington push 1700 FPS without dangerous pressure spikes that could damage shotguns. The wad also keeps the shot together longer before dispersing, which concentrates pellets in the kill zone.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 2.00 |
| Length | 3.50" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 26793 |
| Product Type | Steel |
| Shipping Weight | 3.1625 |
| Shot Size | #BB |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 047700510408 |
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