HEVI-Shot HEVI-18 Turkey TSS 12 Gauge 3.5" 2 1/4 oz 1250 fps Tungsten #9 Shot - 5 Rounds/Box

When you're hunting turkey at extended range, pattern density and consistency matter more than anything else. HEVI-Shot HEVI-18 Turkey TSS 12 gauge ammunition delivers a tungsten-based load engineered specifically for the demanding demands of modern turkey hunting. At 1250 fps, this 3.5-inch shell carries a 2 1/4 oz payload of #9 tungsten shot—a combination built to maintain energy and point-of-impact far beyond what traditional lead patterns can achieve. The ultra-dense tungsten pellets (18 g/cc) are substantially heavier than lead (11 g/cc), which means tighter clustering downrange and a higher probability of clean, ethical harvests on birds at distances that would make older loads unreliable.

HEVI-18 uses a friction-free spherical buffer system to tighten patterns and reduce flyer pellets—the inconsistencies that kill more turkeys than they should. The ammunition is sealed with a crimp-resin design that protects the load during handling and storage, keeping the buffer in place so you get the same tight pattern from the first round in the box to the last. A thicker base-wad and hot primer, combined with clean-burning powders, ensure reliable ignition and consistent velocity even in poor weather or when shot through a semi-automatic shotgun.

This is ammunition built for serious turkey hunters who understand that the extra cost per round pays for itself the moment a bird folds at 45 yards instead of 35. Each box contains 5 rounds, so you'll want to grab spares for practice and the season ahead.

Key Features

• Ultra-dense tungsten pellets deliver tighter, more consistent downrange patterns than traditional lead loads
• 1250 fps velocity maintains energy and consistency at extended range
• Friction-free spherical buffer reduces flyers and tightens shot clusters
• Crimp-seal resin protects the load and buffer integrity during storage and transport
• Thicker base-wad and hot primer engineered for reliable semi-automatic shotgun performance
• Clean-burning propellants ensure consistent performance in any weather

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes tungsten shot better for turkey hunting than lead?

Tungsten is significantly denser than lead—18 g/cc versus 11 g/cc for lead. That density means each pellet carries more mass and energy downrange. More energy translates to tighter patterns, deeper penetration, and more consistent lethality at extended distances. For turkey hunters taking longer shots, tungsten ammunition is a game-changer.

Will this ammunition work reliably in a semi-automatic shotgun?

Yes. HEVI-18 ammunition is specifically engineered for semi-automatic shotguns. The thicker base-wad, hot primer, and clean-burning powders ensure consistent ignition and cycling, even in cold or wet conditions.

What's included in a box?

Each box contains 5 rounds of loaded ammunition ready to shoot.

What is the #9 shot size best for?

The #9 tungsten pellet is designed to deliver pattern density and penetration for turkey hunting at extended range. The smaller pellet size produces tighter clusters while the tungsten density ensures each pellet maintains enough energy to be lethal at distance.