Remington 12 Gauge 3" BB X2 Steel Shot 1-1/4oz 1450 FPS - 25 Rounds

Remington 12 gauge 3" BB X2 steel shot loads pair two different shot sizes in a single shell for versatile performance across hunting distances. The duplex load combines BB and smaller shot in a 1-1/4 oz payload driven at 1450 FPS, delivering dense patterns when you need them and energy that carries downrange. If you're working waterfowl over decoys or open water where range varies, this blended approach covers closer work with the finer pellets while BB shot penetrates and holds velocity on longer crossings.

The design behind Remington Nitro-Steel duplex shells reflects practical field experience. Rather than forcing you to choose between tight patterns or deep penetration, the two-shot blend gives you both. The four-petal wad design protects your barrel and patterns cleanly across a range of choke tubes—important when you're running different constrictions between your gun's tubes or hunting different water conditions on the same outing.

Built on a quality high-base hull with a drab finish that won't spook birds, these shells pair traditional Remington reliability with the ballistics of modern steel shot. The 1450 FPS velocity is brisk enough to maintain energy without excessive recoil, and the 25-round box gives you plenty of loads for a full season of hunting or pattern testing on the range.

Key Features

• Duplex load with two shot sizes for adaptable range performance
• 1-1/4 oz payload at 1450 FPS for consistent velocity
• Four-petal shot cup protects barrel and performs across choke designs
• High-base, quality hull with drab finish for waterfowl hunting
• 25 rounds per box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "X2" or duplex shot mean on this round?

The duplex load contains two different sizes of steel shot blended together in the same shell. This gives you the pattern density of smaller shot at closer range and the energy retention of larger BB pellets at extended distances, without needing to reload or swap shells.

Will these Remington steel shot shells work in my shotgun?

These are 3" shells, so your shotgun must be rated for 3" (often called 3" magnum or 3" chamber). Never force ammunition into a shotgun with a shorter chamber. If you're unsure of your barrel's chamber length, check your owner's manual or contact the manufacturer.

What choke tubes should I use with these shells?

The four-petal wad design is engineered to pattern well across a range of choke constrictions, so you have flexibility in your setup. Performance will vary with individual guns and chokes, so patterning on paper before hunting is always a good idea.

What are these shells designed for?

Remington Nitro-Steel duplex loads are built for waterfowl hunting where distance and range conditions can shift throughout a day. The blended shot size makes them particularly useful when you're hunting over decoys or open water and don't want to commit to a single shot size.