Description
If you're tired of guessing which shot size works best for the day's birds, the Nitro-Steel Duplex approach solves that problem. These 12 gauge 3-inch shells blend two sizes of steel shot into a single, high-velocity load that's built to work across ranges and waterfowl species.
Why the Duplex Design Works
The combination of #2 and #6 shot in one payload gives you coverage most hunters chase with two separate loads. The smaller #6 pellets pack tight patterns up close, stacking more hits on birds in your decoys. The larger #2 shot carries energy farther downrange, so you're not leaving birds at 40 yards under-gunned. This balance is why waterfowl hunters have been drawn to duplex configurations for years, and it's especially useful on mixed-bag days when you don't know if teal or mallards will work the area.
Nitro Velocity and Consistent Patterns
Remington loaded these at 1450 fps with their Nitro Velocity powder system, designed to move a magnum payload smoothly out the muzzle without pounding your shoulder. The four-petal shot cup protects your barrel while delivering tight, consistent patterns across any choke you're running. The drab stealth hull minimizes reflection in the blind, so the gun won't spook birds when you mount it.
Built for the Real World
These come 25 to a box, which means you can pattern your shotgun properly and not blow through a case while testing. The shells run reliably through any modern waterfowl gun and reload readily if you're the type to do that work.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Size: #2 and #6 (Duplex)
- Shot Weight: 1 1/4 ounces
- Muzzle Velocity: 1450 fps
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Shot Type: Steel
- Model: Nitro-Steel Duplex
- Manufacturer: Remington
- MPN: R26643
- UPC: 047700266435
- Hull Type: Ultra Capacity Stealth Hull (drab, high base)
- Wad: Four-petal Remington shot cup
What’s Included
- 25 Remington Nitro-Steel Duplex 12 gauge 3-inch shotshells
Frequently Asked Questions
How far can I effectively hunt with these Nitro-Steel Duplex shells?
Remington tested these loads out to 40 yards and beyond, finding pattern density and pellet energy remained effective. The #2 shot maintains energy at distance while the #6 keeps your close patterns tight. Like any load, your best approach is to pattern your gun at your hunting distances so you know your system's limits.
Will these Duplex shells work through my modified choke?
Yes. The four-petal shot cup design is built to perform across a wide range of choke tubes. These aren't finicky ammunition they work through most modern shotgun setups without pattern surprises.
What waterfowl are these best for?
The #2/#6 combination handles everything from small teal and wood ducks to large mallards and geese. The mix gives you the pellet count for smaller birds and the penetration for larger species, making it a solid all-around waterfowl load without switching ammunition.
Are these shells reloadable?
Yes. The hulls are designed to be reloaded if you reload shotshells. Just make sure to inspect all hulls for uniformity before starting the reload process.





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