Description
When you're settling up in the blind before dawn, you need shells that won't let you down. Fiocchi's Arkansas Steel delivers the kind of performance that makes every shot count in real-world wetland conditions.
These 3-inch magnums punch out 1,550 fps with a full 1 1/5 ounce payload of #2 steel shot. That combination means more pellets hitting harder downrange and the energy to cleanly anchor birds at extended distances. The #2 shot size is the sweet spot for waterfowl—enough individual pellet weight to penetrate, but enough pellets in each shot to tighten your pattern and increase hit probability on fast-moving targets.
Engineered for Arkansas Steel reliability
Fiocchi's European manufacturing standards show up in consistent powder charges and treated steel pellets matched with protective wads. The construction cycles reliably through semi-automatics while delivering that dense pattern density that works equally well through modified or full chokes. The robust hull handles repeated use without issues and extracts cleanly every time.
Purpose-built for all waterfowl hunting situations
Whether you're working mallards over decoys in timber or pass-shooting geese across open marsh, Arkansas Steel performs across every flyway and hunting style. The load is packaged in convenient 100-round boxes and typically sold in multi-box field cartons with sturdy handles for transport. That 1 1/5 ounce payload puts these loads in their own class for value and stopping power.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Size: #2
- Shot Type: Steel (Non-toxic)
- Shot Weight: 1 1/5 ounces (34 grams)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,550 fps
- Rounds Per Box: 100
- UPC: 762344866598
- Manufacturer Part Number: 123ADS2
- Application: Waterfowl Hunting
- Manufacturer: Fiocchi of America
What’s Included
- 100 rounds of Fiocchi Arkansas Steel 12 gauge 3" shotgun shells
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arkansas Steel non-toxic and legal for waterfowl hunting?
Yes. Arkansas Steel uses steel shot construction that meets federal waterfowl hunting requirements for non-toxic ammunition. The steel pellets are treated and paired with protective wads to minimize barrel wear while delivering the performance waterfowl hunters expect.
How does the 1 1/5 oz payload compare to standard waterfowl loads?
The 1 1/5 ounce payload delivers roughly 15 percent more pellets than standard 1 ounce loads, which increases your hit probability on moving targets. Combined with the high 1,550 fps velocity, this creates both superior pattern density and retained energy at extended ranges.
Will these cycle reliably in my semi-automatic shotgun?
Arkansas Steel is engineered for reliable cycling in semi-automatic shotguns. The robust hull construction and consistent powder charges work together with your gun's inertia or gas system to provide dependable extraction and chambering. That said, always verify your shotgun is chambered for 3-inch shells before use.
What's the difference between #2 shot and #3 or #4 in the Arkansas Steel lineup?
All Arkansas Steel loads run 1,550 fps with the same heavy payload, so the main difference is pellet size. Number 2 shot has larger pellets with more individual energy, making it excellent for geese and larger ducks at extended range. Number 3 and 4 offer more pellet count per shot for denser patterns on smaller ducks or closer work.





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