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Challenger First Class Target Load 12GA 2-3/4 1-1/8oz #8 250/Case

UPC: 773622410280

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Description

The Challenger First Class Target Load packs serious value into every 2-3/4 inch shell. Built with hard lead shot that holds its shape through the barrel, these shells print tight patterns that stay consistent shot after shot. At 1200 feet per second, you get enough velocity to break clays at standard ranges without punishing your shoulder on a long day at the range.

What makes these shells work is the detail that goes into each one. The propellant burns clean, so you spend more time shooting and less time scrubbing your gun afterward. The primer is tuned for reliable ignition, and the plastic wad separates the shot cleanly from the shell walls. The one-piece design on the wad also helps reduce shot deformation, which means denser patterns and more pellets on target.

Built for the serious clay shooter

You get 1-1/8 ounces of number 8 shot in every shell, which is the standard payload for trap, sporting clays, and skeet competition. This is the same weight you'll find in shells costing significantly more. The extra-hard antimony content in the lead gives you ballistic results that punch above the price point, and the recoil is managed well enough that fatigue doesn't wreck your scores during practice sessions.

Packaged smart for volume shooters

Each case holds 250 shells organized in 10 boxes of 25 rounds. The fully reloadable plastic hulls are designed to handle multiple reloads, so if you're set up to handload, these work as a budget-friendly foundation for custom loads. Even if you're not reloading, the construction quality is solid enough that the hulls hold their shape after you fire them.

Key Specifications

  • Gauge: 12 Gauge
  • Shell Length: 2-3/4 inches
  • Shot Weight: 1-1/8 ounces
  • Shot Size: #8 Lead
  • Muzzle Velocity: 1200 FPS
  • Round Count: 250 rounds per case
  • Box Configuration: 10 boxes of 25 rounds each
  • Primer Type: Cheddite
  • Hull Type: Plastic (reloadable)
  • Wad Type: One-piece plastic
  • Manufacturer: Challenger Ammo (Canada)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: CTA12H8
  • UPC: 773622410280

What’s Included

  • 250 shotgun shells (10 boxes of 25 rounds each)
  • Reloadable plastic hulls

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these Challenger shells appropriate for trap and skeet shooting?

Yes. The 1-1/8 ounce #8 shot load at 1200 FPS is the standard target load for trap, skeet, and sporting clays. These are economical shells designed for high-volume target shooting, and many shooters rely on them for regular practice and competition.

Can I reload these shells?

The plastic hulls are fully reloadable, making them a budget-friendly base for handloaders who want to develop custom loads. The hulls are durable enough to handle multiple reloads, and the Cheddite primers are compatible with standard reloading equipment.

How do these compare to other budget target loads?

Challenger shells stand out because they use hard antimony lead shot and clean-burning powder that reduces fouling in your gun. Many shooters find the pattern consistency and recoil management are notably better than similarly priced alternatives, and the lack of heavy fouling means less cleaning time between sessions.

Why is the shot size #8 instead of #7.5 or #9?

Number 8 shot is the standard size for target sports because it provides the right balance of pellet count and pellet energy. It throws a denser pattern than #7.5 at typical clay ranges (30-40 yards) while delivering enough power to break targets consistently. #9 offers more pellets but less energy per pellet; #7.5 offers more energy but fewer pellets.

Additional information

UPC

773622410280

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

CTA12H8

Caliber/Gauge

12 Gauge

Length

2 3/4''

Shot Size

#8

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