Description
Kent's Upland Fasteel line delivers what upland hunters expect: steel performance built specifically for birds like pheasant, chukar, bobwhites, grouse, and woodcock. Whether you're hunting the open plains, European covers, or anything in between, these shells are engineered to outperform across varied terrain and conditions.
What Makes Upland Fasteel Steel Shot Reliable
The real difference shows in the components. These shells load 1 1/8 oz of #5 steel shot propelled at a consistent 1400 fps. That velocity lets the shot do its job without overdoing it, giving you tight patterns at the ranges where upland birds matter most. The premium powders and quality primers ensure ignition works every time, whether you're dealing with early season warmth or later season moisture. Nothing fancy, just engineered to cycle and function in semi-automatic and pump shotguns without fuss.
Upland Fasteel Uses Precision Steel Approach
Kent loads these with their Precision Steel shot, which focuses on delivering denser patterns and sustained energy. The shot stays rounder and maintains velocity better downrange than typical steel loads, translating to cleaner, more consistent performance on game. The 25-round box format gives you flexibility for day trips or season-long outings.
Upland hunting demands gear you can trust to work when conditions don't cooperate. These shells provide exactly that.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2.75 inch
- Shot Weight: 1 1/8 oz
- Shot Size: #5
- Shot Type: Steel (Non-Toxic)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1400 fps
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Boxes per Case: 10
- Manufacturer: Kent Cartridge
- Manufacturer Part Number: K122US325
- UPC: 656308400853
What’s Included
- 25 loaded shotshells
Frequently Asked Questions
What upland birds can I hunt with these Fasteel shells?
Kent designed these shells for pheasant, chukar, bobwhites, grouse, and woodcock. The #5 shot size delivers the density needed for clean kills on most upland game across a range of distances. Your choice of choke and how you hunt your birds will determine your effective range, but the load itself works across typical upland hunting scenarios.
Will these Upland Fasteel shells work in my shotgun?
These 2.75 inch shells chamber in any standard 12 gauge shotgun and cycle through semi-automatic and pump shotguns without issue. Like any steel shot load, avoid using them in older guns or those specifically marked for lead only. When in doubt about your specific shotgun, check the chamber markings or the gun's manual.
How do these compare to lead shotshells?
Steel requires a bit more velocity to match lead's energy, which is why Kent loaded these at 1400 fps. The #5 shot size gives you more pellets per ounce than larger steel sizes while maintaining the ballistics needed for upland birds. Many hunters find the performance difference minimal in the field, especially at typical upland ranges under 40 yards.
Are these good for both driven birds and wild birds?
Yes. The #5 shot works for both planted and wild birds because it balances pattern density with individual pellet authority. Early season when birds hold tight, or late season when they flush harder and fly farther, these shells adapt to your hunting style without needing to switch loads between outings.





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