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The Remington Express XLR line represents decades of real-world upland hunting experience packed into each shell. These 12 gauge, 2.75-inch loads carry 1 1/8 ounces of #5 lead shot at 1450 fps, making them purpose-built for the birds and small game you're actually after in the field.
The key to these shells' reputation for tight patterns comes down to construction. Remington uses copper-plated pellets paired with their Power-Piston one-piece wad design, which protects the shot charge through the barrel and helps maintain a dense, effective pattern downrange. This isn't generic ammo, it's engineered specifically for upland applications where consistent performance at distance matters.
That 1450 fps velocity paired with the moderate 1 1/8 oz payload gives you the reach you need without excessive recoil. This speed is fast enough to deliver energy at distance but not so extreme that patterns fall apart or recoil makes follow-up shots difficult. It's the kind of load serious upland folks keep coming back to season after season, whether you're hunting over a dog early in the season or working tighter cover later on.
Packaged 25 rounds per box with cases organized as 10 boxes per case for convenient field handling and storage. The standard 2.75-inch shell length cycles smoothly in virtually any 12 gauge shotgun, from classic breakovers to modern semi-autos. High brass construction ensures reliable feeding and consistent performance across different actions.
#5 shot delivers a good balance of pellet count and impact energy, making it versatile for pheasant, quail, grouse, and similar upland birds. Smaller sizes like #7.5 work better for lighter birds at closer range, while #4 or #6 might be preferred for tougher game or late-season birds that hold tighter. Most upland hunters keep #5 as their go-to load because it handles varied conditions without needing to swap boxes.
These are standard 2.75-inch shells, so they'll work in any 12 gauge shotgun chambered for 2.75-inch or longer rounds. That covers most breakopen, pump, and semi-auto shotguns. If your gun is specifically designed for 3-inch magnum shells only, check your owner's manual, but the vast majority of 12 gauge shotguns will cycle these shells without issue.
With a properly choked 12 gauge and Express XLR shells, you've got effective range out to around 40 yards and beyond if your shooting is solid. The tight patterning from the Power-Piston wad and copper-plated shot helps maintain density at distance. Real-world range depends on your choke, your gun's individual patterns, and your marksmanship, so pattern your specific shotgun before heading to the field.
The combination of copper-plated pellets, Power-Piston wad construction, and the 1450 fps velocity delivers consistent patterns that don't open up too quickly. The moderate payload keeps recoil manageable so you can shoot accurately through the day, and the price point keeps them accessible for real field work where you might shoot several boxes a season.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 0.92 |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 20167 |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 2.532 |
| Shot Size | #5 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 047700519203 |
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