Description
This Kent Fasteel+ DUX Waterfowl Co. load is built around one simple idea: give waterfowl hunters a single shell that covers most of what a season throws at them. It's a 12 gauge 3" round carrying 1-1/4 oz of precision-plated steel shot in a 1×3 binary layout, meaning a layer of No. 1 pellets stacked over a layer of No. 3. That mix lets you reach out on birds hanging at the edge of the decoys while still keeping enough pellet count to fill the pattern on closer passes.
How the Fasteel+ Layered Shot Works
The layered, or binary, shot system is the heart of this load. The larger No. 1 pellets lead the shot column and carry the energy for solid penetration on birds that stall or drift out past comfortable range. The smaller No. 3 pellets follow in the draft behind them, tightening the string and filling the gaps that usually cost you birds. The result is a more uniform pattern that puts more steel in the effective zone across a range of angles and distances.
What's Inside the Fasteel+ DUX Load
Kent didn't skimp on the guts of this shell. It runs a custom double-base powder blend for steady velocity, the proven CX2000 primer for reliable ignition when it's cold and wet, and a premium wad that protects the pellets and keeps patterns consistent. The precision-plated steel shot resists corrosion, which matters when you're spending long mornings in flooded timber, open water, or coastal marsh. At 1450 fps, you get the speed to cut your lead on crossing birds without beating yourself up on recoil.
Who Reaches for This 12 Gauge 3" Shell
The 1-1/4 oz payload is a sweet spot for all-around duck work. It's enough shot to build a dependable pattern without the punishing kick of the heaviest loads, so follow-up shots stay quick and your rhythm stays intact on a working flock. Non-toxic steel construction makes it a straightforward pick for waterfowl over water. From early teal to the tail end of migration, this one earns its spot in the blind bag.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kent Cartridge
- Product Line: Fasteel+ (DUX Waterfowl Co.)
- Manufacturer Part Number: CC123FSPD361X3
- UPC: 656308220178
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inch
- Shot Size: 1×3 (No. 1 layered over No. 3)
- Shot Material: Precision-Plated Steel
- Payload: 1-1/4 oz
- Muzzle Velocity: 1450 FPS
- Primer: CX2000
- Shot Type: Non-Toxic
- Intended Use: Waterfowl Hunting
What’s Included
- Box of Kent Fasteel+ DUX 12 Gauge 3" 1×3 steel waterfowl shotshells
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 1×3 shot size mean on this Kent Fasteel+ load?
It refers to Kent's binary layered shot system, which stacks two shot sizes in a single shell. This load carries a layer of No. 1 pellets over a layer of No. 3 pellets. The larger shot leads the column for penetration and the smaller shot drafts behind to tighten the pattern.
Is the Kent Fasteel+ DUX load non-toxic and safe for waterfowl over water?
Yes. It uses precision-plated steel shot, which is a non-toxic material made for waterfowl hunting. Steel is the standard choice for ducks and geese where non-toxic shot is required.
What kind of birds is this 12 gauge 3" Fasteel+ shell best for?
The 1×3 shot combo and 1-1/4 oz payload make it a versatile all-around duck and goose load. The larger No. 1 pellets give you reach and knockdown on bigger birds, while the No. 3 fills the pattern for closer shots. It's a solid one-box pick for most of the waterfowl season.
Will these shells cycle reliably in a semi-auto?
They're built with a high-performance base wad and the proven CX2000 primer for dependable ignition and cycling. The 1450 fps velocity and 1-1/4 oz payload provide enough push for most gas and inertia guns. As always, pattern and function test in your specific shotgun before the hunt.





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