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The Remington Premier STS 12 Gauge 2-3/4" #8.5 shells are engineered specifically for clay target shooting where consistency matters. These loads pack 1-1/8 ounce of high-antimony lead shot at 1145 fps, giving you the pattern density and velocity needed to break targets at varying distances.
What separates Premier STS from other target loads is the attention to detail. Each shell uses premium primers, quality powder, and Remington's patented Power Piston wad system. That wad compresses evenly when the shell fires, cushioning the shot and producing uniform patterns shot after shot. The high-antimony lead pellets are perfectly rounded and made from Remington's own shot tower, which is why clay shooters see consistent results from box to box.
The iconic green polyethylene hull is built for durability. Unlike cheaper shells that degrade after a few reloads, these hulls maintain their integrity through multiple cycles at the reloading bench. The smooth finish helps ensure positive feeding in competition guns, and the brass head is designed for reliable extraction and easy reloading.
This shot size sits right in the sweet spot for clay target sports. #8.5 gives you enough pellets for dense patterns at close to moderate range while maintaining the energy needed to break targets cleanly. Trap shooters often stick with #7.5 or #8 for distance, skeet enthusiasts prefer #9 for close work, but #8.5 offers versatility across all three disciplines and sporting clays. Whether you're shooting 16-yard trap, skeet stations, or unpredictable clay presentations, this load delivers.
Yes. The green polyethylene STS hulls are specifically designed for multiple reloads. They maintain integrity through numerous reload cycles better than standard target shells, which is why they're popular at the reloading bench. Many competitive shooters reload these shells dozens of times before retiring them.
The difference between #8.5 and #8 is subtle in real-world clay shooting. #8.5 provides slightly more pellets per shot for denser patterns at closer distances, while #8 is favored at longer range where individual pellet energy matters more. Most shooters find either size works well across skeet, trap, and sporting clays, so choice often comes down to personal preference and gun patterning.
Premier STS is built for consistency and competition. It uses premium primers, highest-quality powder, high-antimony lead shot, and the Power Piston wad for uniform patterns. Other Remington target loads like Gun Club offer solid performance at lower cost but don't match STS for shot-to-shot consistency, making STS the choice for serious competitors and high-volume range shooters.
While technically possible on small game at close range, target loads aren't designed for hunting. They use lighter shot charges and lower velocities optimized for breaking clay, not for the energy transfer needed to take game effectively. Hunting loads have different specifications built for those applications.
| UPC | 047700305905 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 20114 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 2.515 |
| Shot Size | #8.5 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 0.68 |
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