Description
The Rogue RA-12-138-6S is a 12 gauge 3-inch shell loaded with 1-3/8 ounces of #6 shot, a combination that hits the sweet spot for medium to larger birds. The #6 pellet runs right around the middle of the birdshot range, which makes it a smart pick when you want enough pellet count for a dense pattern but still want each pellet carrying real energy downrange. That balance is why #6 earns its keep on pheasant, late-season roosters, and other birds where range and knockdown both matter.
What Sets the Rogue RA-12-138-6S Apart
Rogue Ammunition came up through turkey and waterfowl circles, and that attention to detail carries into every load they build. Each shell is hand-loaded in their Hazlehurst, Georgia shop, and the loads are patterned, studied, and tweaked in-house to meet their own standards before they ever reach a shelf. For you, that means tighter consistency from shell to shell, which translates directly to more predictable patterns when a bird flushes.
Picking the Right Load With the RA-12-138-6S
The 3-inch hull and 1-3/8 ounce payload give this shell more pellets and more reach than a standard 2-3/4 inch field load, so it shines when birds are getting up at distance or flushing wild late in the season. Pair it with an improved modified or full choke for longer shots, or open things up with a modified choke if your birds are holding tighter. Either way, the heavier charge gives you margin to work with.
Rogue backs this company behind JEBS Chokes and Rolling Thunder Game Calls, so the folks building these shells are hunters first. If you want a 12 gauge upland load that's put together with the same care as a premium turkey shell, the RA-12-138-6S is worth a spot in your vest.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Rogue Ammunition
- Manufacturer Part Number: RA-12-138-6S
- UPC: 810123076444
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Weight: 1-3/8 oz
- Shot Size: #6
- Shot Material: Lead
- Construction: Hand-loaded
- Intended Use: Upland and field bird hunting
What’s Included
- Box of Rogue RA-12-138-6S 12 gauge 3" 1-3/8 oz #6 shot shells
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rogue RA-12-138-6S best used for?
This load is built around 1-3/8 ounces of #6 shot in a 3-inch 12 gauge hull, which makes it a strong choice for medium to larger upland birds like pheasant. The #6 pellet gives you a good balance of pattern density and downrange energy. It works especially well when birds are flushing at distance or late in the season.
What choke should I run with the RA-12-138-6S?
For longer shots on pheasant and similar birds, an improved modified or full choke will help keep your pattern tight at range. If your birds are holding closer and flushing inside normal distances, a modified choke opens things up a bit. It's always worth patterning your specific gun with these shells to see what throws the best spread.
What makes Rogue shells different from standard field loads?
Rogue hand-loads their shells in their Georgia shop and patterns every load in-house before it ships, rather than running them straight off a mass production line. That extra attention tends to show up as more consistent patterns shell to shell. The company is backed by JEBS Chokes and Rolling Thunder Game Calls, so the people building them hunt with them.
Is the RA-12-138-6S a lead or tungsten load?
This is a lead #6 shot load, which is well suited for upland and field bird hunting. It's different from Rogue's TSS tungsten turkey lineup. The 1-3/8 ounce lead payload gives you plenty of pellets and solid reach for its intended use.





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