HEVI-Metal HS38008 12 Gauge 3" 1 1/4 oz 1500 fps BBB Shot - 25 Rounds

Reach farther and hit harder with HEVI-Metal HS38008 12 gauge shotgun ammunition, a premium steel-and-bismuth blend designed specifically for long-range waterfowl hunting. This 3-inch magnum load pairs corrosion-resistant steel shot with high-density HEVI-Bismuth pellets to deliver the downrange energy and pattern density that separate solid shots from clean kills on distant ducks and geese. If you're pushing beyond typical effective ranges, this is the round that refuses to compromise.

The secret is HEVI-Metal's Pattern Density Technology: 30 percent of the payload consists of premium 9.6 g/cc HEVI-Bismuth pellets layered atop traditional steel, while the remaining 70 percent is steel shot. That layered construction generates tighter, more uniform patterns at extended ranges and substantially more kinetic energy reaching your target. Each 25-round box ships loaded with 1 1/4 oz of BBB shot traveling at 1500 fps—ballistics built for serious distance shooting.

Cold-weather reliability matters when you're stacked in a blind before dawn. HEVI-Metal cycles consistently across the board, even in harsh conditions and in a wide range of shotgun platforms. Whether you're hunting over decoys from a layout blind or working a pass, you get ammunition engineered to pattern tight, fly far, and perform when conditions are worst.

Key Features

• High-density HEVI-Bismuth and steel shot blend for increased downrange energy and tighter patterns
• 3-inch magnum hull with 1 1/4 oz payload at 1500 fps velocity
• Corrosion-resistant steel ensures reliability in wet, saltwater, and extreme conditions
• BBB shot size optimized for waterfowl at extended range
• Reliable cycling in diverse shotgun platforms, even in cold weather
• 25-round box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes HEVI-Metal better for long-range waterfowl than standard steel?

The blend of premium HEVI-Bismuth pellets (30 percent of the load) over corrosion-resistant steel creates denser, tighter patterns and significantly more energy at distance compared to all-steel loads. This translates to cleaner, more ethical kills on ducks and geese when you're shooting beyond typical ranges.

Will HEVI-Metal ammunition cycle reliably in my shotgun?

Yes. HEVI-Metal is engineered for consistent cycling across a wide range of shotgun platforms and performs reliably even in cold-weather conditions.

What is Pattern Density Technology?

HEVI-Metal's Pattern Density Technology combines a 30 percent payload of high-density HEVI-Bismuth pellets layered over 70 percent traditional steel shot. This layered construction concentrates pellets more tightly downrange, improving pattern consistency and extending effective hunting distance.

Is BBB shot appropriate for duck and goose hunting?

BBB is a larger pellet size commonly used in waterfowl loads. We recommend verifying that this shot size complies with your local hunting regulations and matches your specific game and distance requirements.