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If you run a 28 gauge and want a shell that just works, this Winchester Super-X load is the real deal. We're talking decades of Winchester's shotshell engineering packed into a straightforward upland and small-game round. The high brass head gives you rock-solid ignition and extraction every time you cycle the gun, and the plastic hull handles field conditions without a hitch.
What makes this load stand out is the one-piece hinged wad design that Winchester built into it. That wad does two things you'll actually notice: it tightens your shot pattern downrange so you hit what you're aiming at, and it cuts down on felt recoil so you're not getting beaten up through the day. The 209 primer ignites clean burning powder that cycles reliably whether you're shooting an over-under, a side-by-side, or a pump gun. At 1295 feet per second, you're getting real velocity without the punishment.
The 3/4 ounce charge is the sweet spot for 28 gauge upland hunting. It's enough pellets to get the job done on quail, grouse, and other upland birds without overloading a gun designed to stay light and fast-handling. The #5 shot size is the working gun choice for these applications—plenty of energy at distance, spreads a usable pattern, and you get enough impact to anchor birds cleanly. This isn't some overloaded barrel-burner; it's a well-thought-out load.
The 28 gauge has been gaining followers for good reason. These guns come in lighter packages with shorter barrels that move faster on flushing birds, and recoil stays friendly even during a full day in the field. Winchester built this Super-X load specifically for that crowd—people who value a gun that handles like it should and ammunition that patterns like it should. Twenty-five rounds per box means you're set for a weekend of hunting without hauling a case of ammo around.
#5 shot is the upland standard for 28 gauge. It patterns tight enough to cleanly take quail, grouse, pheasants, and other upland birds at practical hunting distances. The pellet size carries energy well without excessive recoil, making it the balanced choice for all-day hunting in the field.
The 3/4 ounce payload is the design standard for 28 gauge because it delivers enough pellets to pattern and perform without overloading a gun built for lighter handling and faster pointability. Heavier loads just add recoil without meaningful performance gains in this gauge.
Yes. High brass heads provide reliable ignition and consistent extraction through the firearm's action. Combined with the 209 primer and clean burning powder, you get dependable cycling whether you're shooting single-barrel guns or repeaters.
The one-piece hinged wad design keeps your shot pellets together longer, resulting in tighter patterns downrange. It also significantly reduces felt recoil compared to older wad designs, so you can shoot more comfortably throughout a full hunting day.
| Caliber/Gauge | 28 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 0.80 |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | X285 |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 1.725 |
| Shot Size | #5 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 020892023376 |
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