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Rio built its Top Target line around one idea: giving clay shooters and sub-gauge fans a round they can count on box after box. This RC369 load runs a 1/2 ounce of #9 lead shot through a 2.5-inch hull, pushing out of the muzzle at 1200 fps. The small shot size packs a lot of pellets into that half-ounce charge, which translates to a dense, even pattern that's forgiving on close birds and perfect for skeet-style targets where you want plenty of pellets on the clay.
The .410 is a gauge that rewards good ammo, and Rio leans on its proprietary clean-burning single-base powders paired with wads matched to the load. The result is moderate chamber pressure and consistent shot-to-shot velocity, which is exactly what you want when you're trying to read a pattern and stay on target. Clean powder also means less residue building up in your bore over a long session, so cleanup at the end of the day is quicker.
Stepping down to a sub-gauge like the .410 is one of the best ways to add a challenge to your range time, and the light recoil here keeps it fun rather than punishing. New and younger shooters tend to love the .410 for that reason, and this #9 load gives them the pellet count to actually connect. It's equally at home for seasoned competitors running skeet or sporting clays who want a reliable, affordable option that doesn't beat them up over a full round.
Each box holds 25 rounds of fresh, factory-new ammunition loaded in a plastic hull with a 16mm brass head. Keep in mind Rio notes this .410 load is not recommended for semi-auto shotguns, so it's best run through break-action or pump guns.
This load is built primarily for target shooting like skeet and sporting clays, where the dense #9 pattern and light recoil shine. The small shot size puts a high pellet count on close targets, making it forgiving and fun to shoot. It also handles small game and pest control chores within .410 range.
Rio specifically notes that this .410 load is not recommended for semi-automatic shotguns. It's best run through break-action, over-under, or pump-action guns chambered for 2.5-inch .410 shells. If you shoot a semi-auto, you'll want to look at a load the manufacturer rates for that action.
It leaves the muzzle at 1200 fps with a 1/2 ounce charge of #9 lead shot. That velocity paired with the light payload keeps recoil very manageable, which is part of why the .410 is such a popular choice for younger and newer shooters.
The #9 is one of the smaller common shot sizes, so a 1/2 ounce charge holds a lot of pellets, far more than you'd get from larger shot. That high count produces a dense, even pattern that's ideal for breaking clays and connecting on close-flying targets.
| UPC | 8435101621960 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | RC369 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .410 Bore |
| Length | 2.50" |
| Shipping Weight | 1.1 |
| Shot Size | #9 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 0.68 |
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