Winchester Long Beard XR 12 Gauge 3" - Legendary Performance with #5 Shot
Experience the perfect balance of pattern density and pellet energy with Winchester Long Beard XR featuring #5 shot, the most popular choice among serious turkey hunters. This 12 gauge 3" shell delivers a powerful 1 3/4 oz payload of copper-plated lead shot protected by revolutionary Shot-Lok Technology, providing the knockdown power of heavier-than-lead loads at a fraction of the cost.
Shot-Lok Technology Innovation
Winchester's exclusive Shot-Lok Technology uses a hardened resin matrix that encapsulates each pellet, protecting it from deformation during firing. This groundbreaking innovation maintains pellet roundness through the barrel and choke, resulting in tighter patterns, 10% greater penetration at 50 yards compared to standard lead loads, and dramatically extended effective range that rivals premium tungsten ammunition.
#5 Shot - The Hunter's Choice
The #5 shot size is the gold standard for turkey hunting, offering the ideal balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy. This proven shot size provides excellent pattern density for maximum coverage of the vital head and neck area while maintaining sufficient energy for deep, lethal penetration on mature gobblers at extended ranges.
Performance That Exceeds Expectations
Long Beard XR with #5 shot delivers pattern densities that rival premium tungsten ammunition while maintaining the proven effectiveness of copper-plated lead. The substantial 1 3/4 oz payload provides exceptional pattern coverage, while the Shot-Lok resin ensures each pellet maintains its lethal potential from muzzle to target, giving you confidence on every shot.
Key Performance Features
- Shot-Lok Resin Technology: Protects pellets from deformation for rounder, more effective shot
- #5 Shot Size: Optimal balance of pellet count and individual pellet energy
- 1 3/4 oz Payload: Heavy shot charge for maximum pattern density
- 10% More Penetration: Superior energy transfer compared to standard lead loads at 50 yards
- Copper-Plated Lead: Enhanced hardness and reduced barrel leading
- Extended Range: Tight, consistent patterns beyond 50 yards
- 3" Magnum Platform: Powerful performance without excessive recoil
Technical Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Weight: 1 3/4 oz
- Shot Size: #5 copper-plated lead
- Technology: Shot-Lok resin matrix
- Packaging: 10 rounds per box, 100 rounds per case (10 boxes)
Whether you're hunting from a ground blind, calling birds into tight timber, or setting up in open fields, Winchester Long Beard XR with #5 shot gives you the confidence to take ethical shots at distances that were previously impossible with standard lead ammunition. The combination of Shot-Lok Technology and the proven #5 shot size creates devastating terminal performance that has filled tags for countless hunters.
The hunter's choice for spring turkey season—order your supply today.