Description
When you're serious about clay target shooting, what matters most is consistency round after round. The Remington Premier STS Target line has built a reputation as the benchmark for shooters who demand that reliability, and these #8 loads deliver exactly what you need whether you're breaking targets at the range or competing.
These shells are loaded with high-quality lead shot made exclusively from Remington's shot tower, which means perfectly rounded pellets and uniform patterns that don't have surprises in them. The 1-1/8 ounce charge at around 1145 fps gives you the density needed for tight patterns on clays without excessive recoil, making them equally suited to extended practice sessions or competition day.
Why Competitors Choose Remington Premier STS Target Loads
Remington has earned more trophies and sold more shells than any other brand at the Grand American, the world's largest shooting tournament. That's not marketing talk – it's what happens when you engineer ammunition specifically for clay sports. The STS line has set the standard at major skeet, trap, and sporting clays shoots across the country for this reason.
Hull Quality and the Reload Advantage
One thing that separates this load from budget alternatives is the hull construction. The Premier STS hulls are built for reloaders with exceptional longevity and consistent performance through multiple reloading cycles. If you reload, these hulls will stick around in your collection for years, which matters when you're shooting enough volume to make handloading worthwhile. Each box gives you 25 rounds ready to use or eventually prepare for the reloading bench.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2-3/4 inch
- Shot Size: #8 Lead
- Shot Weight: 1-1/8 ounce
- Muzzle Velocity: 1145 feet per second
- Rounds Per Box: 25
- Boxes Per Case: 10 (250 rounds total)
- Manufacturer: Remington
- Model Number: 20252
- UPC: 047700306209
- Application: Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays
- Shot Type: Lead
What’s Included
- 25 shotgun shells per box
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between #8 and #7.5 shot for clay shooting?
Number 8 shot is slightly smaller, giving you more pellets in each shell for denser patterns, while #7.5 is larger and carries energy slightly better downrange. Many competitors use #8 for its extra pellets, especially at trap, while others prefer #7.5 for the heavier impact. The Remington Premier STS line lets you test both to see what patterns best from your gun.
Are these Remington Premier STS shells reloadable?
Yes, the hulls are built specifically with reloaders in mind. They're known for exceptional longevity through multiple reloading cycles, which makes them popular with volume shooters. Many competition shooters save these hulls specifically for reloading rather than using lighter-duty shells they'd only shoot once.
Will Premier STS Target loads work for all three clay sports?
The 1-1/8 ounce load at #8 shot is versatile enough for trap, skeet, and sporting clays. Some competitors adjust to lighter loads for skeet or different shot sizes for specific presentations, but many stick with this load for everything because it handles all three well and keeps ammunition logistics simple.
How many pellets are in a 1-1/8 ounce load of #8 shot?
A 1-1/8 ounce shell of #8 shot contains approximately 461 pellets. That dense pellet count is part of why this load breaks targets so consistently. The exact count varies slightly between loads, but Remington's consistent manufacturing keeps variation to a minimum.




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