Hevi 12ga 3" #2 Tungsten/bb Steel

Hevi 12ga 3" #2 Tungsten/BB Steel represents a purpose-built waterfowl and upland game round engineered for shooters demanding extended effective range and superior pattern density. Developed by HEVI-Shot, this hybrid loading addresses the tactical and hunting requirement for non-toxic ammunition that delivers energy at distance without sacrificing velocity or consistency. Whether deployed for regulated waterfowl seasons or specialized hunting applications, this round combines tungsten's density advantage with traditional steel shot economics in a single, field-proven package.

The 3-inch Hevi 12ga load dedicates 30 percent of its payload to high-density tungsten pellets (size #2) layered atop BB steel shot, creating a two-stage performance architecture that maximizes both penetration and downrange strike velocity. This stratified design is propelled at high muzzle velocity, delivering consistent long-range patterns through the inclusion of FLITECONTROL FLEX wad technology—a system designed to maintain pellet cohesion through the barrel and minimize lateral dispersion in flight. Tungsten's 12 g/cc density ensures superior ballistic coefficient compared to lead, translating to retained energy and tighter patterns beyond typical steel shot distances, critical for ethical shot placement on waterfowl and upland species at 40+ yards.

This ammunition performs optimally in any 12-gauge shotgun chambered for 3-inch magnum loads and is particularly effective in dedicated waterfowl platforms with tight chokes (Modified through Full) that benefit from the superior pattern geometry of FLITECONTROL FLEX wads. Operators and hunters requiring non-toxic loads for regulated areas or personal preference will find the hybrid tungsten/steel composition provides a cost-effective balance between the premium performance of all-tungsten rounds and the affordability of pure steel shot. Each 2.81 lb package represents field-ready ammunition suitable for both public refuge hunting and private land applications where extended-range performance justifies the premium investment over standard steel loads.