Winchester Long Beard Tungsten Shotshell 28ga 2-3/4" 1-1/4oz 1150 fps #9 5/ct

The Winchester Long Beard Tungsten 28-gauge shotshell delivers serious pattern density and terminal performance in a 2-3/4" load built for turkey hunting. Loaded with 1-1/4 oz of 17g/cc tungsten shot at 1150 fps, this #9 shot round combines a smaller gauge's nimble handling with the energy transfer and density you need when it counts. If you hunt turkeys with a 28 gauge and want ammunition that patterns tight and hits hard, Long Beard Tungsten gives you the physics to do it.

Tungsten is significantly denser than lead shot, which means more pellets in the same payload and less flyer pellets that waste energy on the periphery. Winchester's Long Beard line is engineered around this ballistic advantage—buffered pellets flow consistently through the barrel for repeatable, centered patterns that keep your shot where you aim.

This is a premium round, not commodity bird shot. You're paying for pattern consistency, energy retention, and the density that makes the difference in the last 40 yards when a turkey's in range. Load these in your 28-gauge Turkey gun and trust the pattern at distance.

Key Features

• 17g/cc tungsten shot for superior density and energy transfer
• Buffered payload for consistent, tight patterning
• 1150 fps muzzle velocity optimized for turkey ranges
• #9 shot size for high pellet count and pattern density
• 28-gauge 2-3/4" shell—compact and efficient

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the advantage of tungsten shot over lead in a turkey load?

Tungsten is denser than lead, so the same 1-1/4 oz payload contains more pellets. More pellets mean denser patterns and better energy on target at typical turkey hunting ranges. That density also resists deflection off feathers and muscle.

Is this ammunition suitable for 28-gauge turkey hunting?

Yes. This load is specifically engineered for 28-gauge turkey guns. The #9 shot size and tungsten composition deliver the pattern density and velocity needed for effective turkey hunting with a smaller gauge.

What's included in each box?

Each box contains 5 rounds of Winchester Long Beard Tungsten 28ga shotshells.

How does buffering improve pattern performance?

Buffered pellets are separated by a cushioning material in the shot cup. This reduces pellet-to-pellet contact as they travel down the barrel, minimizing deformation and flyers. The result is a denser, more predictable pattern downrange.