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Winchester Long Beard Tungsten takes turkey hunting to another level by leveraging the raw power of 18 g/cc tungsten pellets. Each shell in this 5-round box contains a 2-3/4 oz payload of #8 tungsten shot loaded into a 3.5-inch hull, creating a load that punches far above its weight class in terms of pattern density and downrange terminal performance.
Why choose tungsten over conventional lead? The difference comes down to physics. Tungsten is roughly 60 percent denser than lead, meaning each individual pellet carries significantly more kinetic energy. Smaller tungsten pellets behave like much larger lead pellets, so a #8 tungsten round patterns more like a traditional #5 lead load but delivers way more pellets into that pattern. Testing shows you can see 6 to 10 times the number of pellets in a 10-inch circle at 60 yards compared to standard lead turkey loads. The combination of buffered payload technology and tungsten's natural hardness means shot maintains its round shape through the barrel and choke, producing tight, predictable patterns with minimal flyers.
These shells are engineered specifically for turkeys at extended ranges. The 18 g/cc tungsten composition ensures pellets retain velocity and energy well past where lead runs out of steam. That translates to confident shots at distances that would be ethically questionable with conventional ammunition. The buffered payload design lets shot flow smoothly through virtually any choke tube without deformation, giving you consistent performance regardless of your gun's choke setup.
What makes the Long Beard Tungsten line stand out is consistency. Where different chokes and environmental conditions can throw lead patterns all over the place, tungsten's inherent hardness keeps things tight and repeatable. Five rounds per box might seem light, but these aren't rounds you'll burn through in volume. They're serious medicine for serious turkey hunters who want to maximize their effective range and shot placement options.
Tungsten is roughly 60 percent denser than lead, which means each pellet carries far more energy and the same number of pellets travels further with better energy retention. Tests show you get 6 to 10 times more pellets in a 10-inch circle at 60 yards compared to traditional lead loads. The harder tungsten material also resists deformation, producing tighter and more predictable patterns.
A #8 tungsten pellet has roughly the same mass as a #5 lead pellet, but because tungsten is so much denser, you can pack significantly more #8 pellets into the same payload. This means denser patterns with way more opportunities to connect on target at distance.
Yes, Long Beard Tungsten rounds cycle through standard 12-gauge shotguns chambered for 3.5-inch shells. The buffered payload design allows shot to flow smoothly through any choke tube, so you don't need special equipment. Patterning your specific gun and choke combination is always recommended to find your optimal setup.
These shells are legitimate 60-yard plus loads when paired with appropriate chokes and practice. The extreme pattern density and energy retention of tungsten lets you take ethical shots at distances that would be risky with conventional ammunition. Your personal maximum depends on your gun, choke, accuracy, and individual comfort level.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 17.20 |
| Grains | #8 |
| Length | 3 1/2'' |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LBT12L8 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | TSS |
| Shipping Weight | 1.071 |
| Shot Size | 8 |
| Units per Box | 5 |
| UPC | 020892029859 |
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