Description
If you're hunting upland game and need a magnum load that patterns consistently, the Remington Nitro Magnum puts the odds in your favor. This is a load built around protection, both for the shot and for your patterns. The shock-absorbing polymer buffer inside each shell cushions the shot charge during ignition and barrel travel, preventing the deformation that ruins pattern density.
What Makes Nitro Magnum Different
The real trick here is Remington's patented Power Piston wad, which works with the buffering material to protect that specially hardened shot all the way through the barrel. When your shot pellets arrive at the muzzle undeformed and uniform, you get the tight, consistent patterns that separate clean kills from wounded birds. The 1-7/8 oz payload at 1210 fps delivers plenty of pellets for challenging upland situations, whether you're pushing through brush or working birds at distance.
Built for Upland Hunting
This load excels in situations where you need more than a standard 2-3/4 inch shell. The magnum payload gives you the density to be confident in brushy cover or when game is working at the edge of your effective range. Number 2 shot sits right in that sweet spot for pheasants, ducks, and other mid-sized game where you want enough pellet energy without giving up pattern density. The 25-round box format keeps you well-stocked for a day in the field without carrying excessive weight.
You're getting ammunition built on over 200 years of shotshell engineering. The combination of buffering, hardened shot, and Remington's wad design means more pellets reaching their target the way they should.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Size: #2
- Shot Weight: 1-7/8 oz
- Muzzle Velocity: 1210 fps
- Shot Type: Lead
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Manufacturer: Remington
- Manufacturer Part Number: 26682
- UPC: 047700013503
- Application: Upland and Small Game Hunting
What’s Included
- 25 rounds of Remington Nitro Magnum 12 gauge 3 inch shells
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the polymer buffer in Nitro Magnum shells, and why does it matter?
The shock-absorbing polymer buffer inside the shell cushions the shot pellets during ignition and barrel travel. This protects the hardened shot from deformation, which keeps your patterns dense and consistent. More uniform pellets mean tighter patterns downrange and better performance on game.
Is #2 shot good for upland hunting?
Yes. Number 2 shot offers a solid balance of pellet count and energy for upland game like pheasants and ducks. It has enough mass to carry energy at distance while still providing dense patterns with the right load like this magnum option.
How do Nitro Magnum shells compare to standard 2-3/4 inch loads?
The 3-inch magnum gives you a larger payload, which means more pellets downrange. With the 1-7/8 oz load here versus a typical 1-1/2 oz in a 2-3/4 inch shell, you're gaining pattern density and performance, especially useful in brush or at longer ranges.
Can I shoot these shells in any 12 gauge shotgun?
Your shotgun must be chambered for 3-inch shells. Check your barrel or owner's manual to confirm your gun accepts 3-inch ammunition. Using the correct shell length for your firearm is important for both safety and performance.




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