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The Rio Royal Pheasant High Velocity is a 12 gauge upland load built for one thing: knocking down fast-flushing birds before they get out of range. This 2 3/4" shell carries a 1 1/4 ounce payload of copper-plated #6 lead shot and pushes it out the muzzle at a hard-charging 1400 fps, which puts it on the hotter end of what you'll find in dedicated pheasant ammo. That extra speed means more energy downrange and a little more forgiveness when a rooster is stretching the distance on you.
The copper plating on the shot is the real story here. Rio worked with pheasant guides to design this line, and the plated pellets hold their shape better through the choke and in flight, which translates to more uniform patterns and better penetration on tough, late-season birds. Pair these with a modified or improved-cylinder choke and you've got a setup that works well over pointing dogs or on driven birds alike. The #6 shot size is a classic all-around pheasant choice, giving you a good balance of pellet count and downrange punch.
Rio builds these on quality components, starting with reliable primers and clean-burning powder, so cycling is consistent whether you're running an over/under, a pump, or a semi-auto. The brass-plated head and sturdy hull stand up to a full day in the field without issues. Each box holds 25 rounds, enough to cover a solid morning of walking cover.
These are a go-to for upland hunters who want serious velocity without jumping to a 3" magnum. If you hunt open country where shots tend to come at distance, or you just like a load that hits with authority, the Royal Pheasant High Velocity earns its spot in the vest. It's also a straightforward, dependable option for anyone who wants premium performance without a premium headache.
The High Velocity version (MPN RPCHV366) pushes its 1 1/4 ounce payload of #6 copper-plated shot at 1400 fps, while the standard Royal Pheasant RPC366 load runs closer to 1250 fps. That added speed gives you more downrange energy and a flatter shot string for birds flushing at distance. Both carry the same copper-plated shot, but this one is the faster of the two.
A modified or improved-cylinder choke is a solid starting point for most upland situations with these shells. If you're seeing longer shots in open country, you can tighten up to a modified or full to hold the pattern together. The copper-plated shot patterns well through a range of chokes, so it's worth patterning your specific gun to dial it in.
Copper plating helps the pellets resist deformation as they travel through the choke and down the barrel. That keeps the shot rounder, which leads to tighter, more uniform patterns and better penetration on birds. It's a feature you'll typically find on premium upland loads like this one.
Yes, #6 is one of the most popular all-around pheasant loads out there. It strikes a nice balance between pellet count for a dense pattern and enough individual pellet weight to drop a rooster cleanly. For early-season birds or closer shots some hunters prefer #5 or #7.5, but #6 handles the full season well.
| UPC | 8435101635936 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | RPCHV366 |
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