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HP = High Performance
So-called high-performance shotshells can only be fired from proven steel pellet shotguns at 1320 bar and generate a maximum pressure of 1050 bar.
SP = Standard Pressure
A Standard Pressure shotshell can be fired from shotguns that are only tested to 1040 bar and generate a pressure of less than 830 bar. The maximum diameter of the pellets is 3.00mm (nr. 5). The words “Standard Pressure” are written on the shotshell.
Fleur de Lys = proven steel pellet
All hunting and sporting shotguns bearing the fleur-de-lis stamp can fire “high-performance” steel pellet shotshells.
The stamp is applied to the barrels of shotguns by a certified proof house.
The new stamp includes the CIP marking above the fleur-de-lys on recent shotguns.
Rifle ammunition
Extreme Point® Copper Impact
DEEP PENETRATION
The Extreme Point Copper Impact is the perfect lead-free solution for hunters who want a bullet that delivers deep penetration on medium and heavy game.
MONOLITHIC DESIGN: the all-copper bullet provides near-perfect weight retention for deeper penetration, even through bone and dense tissue.
LARGE-DIAMETER POLYMER TIP: faster expansion for immediate impact trauma.
VERY WIDE DEEP CAVITY: guaranteed expansion at any range on any size of game.
Calibres available
- 243 Win – 85gr
- 270 Win – 130gr
- 270 WSM – 130gr
- 30-06 Sprg – 150gr & 180gr
- 300 WM – 150gr & 180gr
- 300 WSM – 180gr
- 308 Win – 150gr
VARMINT X® Sans Plomb
EXPLOSIVE FRAGMENTATION
The Varmint X Lead Free is ideal for hunters who want very fast energy transfer against light game with thin hides.
INC CORE: lead-free.
HOLLOW TIP: optimum expansion and greater accuracy.
ALLOY JACKET: thin jacket with an engineered profile for explosive fragmentation.
Calibres available
- 22-250 Rem – 38gr
- 223 Rem – 38gr
- 243 Win – 55gr
VARMINT X® Sans Plomb
EXPLOSIVE FRAGMENTATION
The Varmint X Lead Free is ideal for hunters who want very fast energy transfer against light game with thin hides.
INC CORE: lead-free.
HOLLOW TIP: optimum expansion and greater accuracy.
ALLOY JACKET: thin jacket with an engineered profile for explosive fragmentation.
Calibres available
- 22-250 Rem – 38gr
- 223 Rem – 38gr
- 243 Win – 55gr
Shotshells
High Performance Shotshells
Special Plaines Steel
EXCELLENT RANGE
High performance in 12-70 mm gauge, the Special Plaines Steel is effective at any range against plains game and waterfowl.
Spécial Plaines Steel is the high performance shotshell for steel-shot proofed shotguns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 12/70 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 34 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 410 |
| PELLET SIZE | 3 4 5 |
| BOX OF | 25 |
ZZ Canard
HIGH VELOCITY
The steel shot in the ZZ Canard shell flies at 440m/s, making it the fastest in the WINCHESTER® range of steel shotshells.
The high velocity is mitigated by the relatively low load weight to maintain a comfortable shooting experience. The shot protector wad holds steel shot that is covered in a fine coating of tin to protect against corrosion. It is a high-performance shell for steel-shot proofed shotguns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 12/76 | 20/70 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 33 | S* 25 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 440 | 420 |
| PELLET SIZE | 3 4 5 6 | 4 5 6 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 |
ZZ Canard
HIGH VELOCITY
The steel shot in the ZZ Canard shell flies at 440m/s, making it the fastest in the WINCHESTER® range of steel shotshells.
The high velocity is mitigated by the relatively low load weight to maintain a comfortable shooting experience. The shot protector wad holds steel shot that is covered in a fine coating of tin to protect against corrosion. It is a high-performance shell for steel-shot proofed shotguns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 12/76 | 20/70 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 33 | S* 25 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 440 | 420 |
| PELLET SIZE | 3 4 5 6 | 4 5 6 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 |
XPERT® Steel
HIGH VELOCITY FOR SMALL GAUGES
XPERT Steel ammunition delivers outstanding performance for any hunter who wants to shoot steel shot from small gauges. The wad is thicker for better barrel protection. High-performance shotshell for steel shoot proofed guns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 28/70 | .410/76 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 18 | S* 11 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 400 | 427 |
| PELLET SIZE | 6 7 | 6 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 |
Steel 36
HEAVY LOAD
The heavy steel load shotshell is designed for long-range shots against larger waterfowl. As with all WINCHESTER® steel shotshells, the cup wad is reinforced for optimum barrel protection. This Magnum shell is firmly secured by the 20mm head. High-performance cartridge for steel-shot proofed shotguns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 12/76 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 36 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 415 |
| PELLET SIZE | 3 5 |
| BOX OF | 25 |
Steel 36
HEAVY LOAD
The heavy steel load shotshell is designed for long-range shots against larger waterfowl. As with all WINCHESTER® steel shotshells, the cup wad is reinforced for optimum barrel protection. This Magnum shell is firmly secured by the 20mm head. High-performance cartridge for steel-shot proofed shotguns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 12/76 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 36 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 415 |
| PELLET SIZE | 3 5 |
| BOX OF | 25 |
Drylok
OPTIMAL PROTECTION FOR WETLAND HUNTS
The Drylok range is specially designed to resist oxidation and moisture. The shot is treated against corrosion and protected by a welded centre star crimp. The primer is varnished to provide a perfect seal. High-performance cartridge for steel shot proofed shotguns.
- Special steel-shot cup wad
| CALIBRE | 12/70 | 12/76 | 12/89 | 20/76 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 35 | S* 35 | S* 44 | S* 28 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 410 | 425 | 400 | 405 |
| PELLET SIZE | 2 4 | 3 4 | 1 2 3 | 3 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Deer Season Copper Impact
STOPPING POWER
The Deer Season Copper Impact has been specially designed for heavy game. Its copper bullet has a very wide impact diameter that delivers greater trauma effect and energy transfer.
- Heavy game at medium to long range
- For use in rifled barrels only
| CALIBRE | 12/70 | 20/70 |
| LOAD (g) | Cu* 28 | Cu* 21 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 487 | – |
| BOX OF | 5 | 5 |
Deer Season Copper Impact
STOPPING POWER
The Deer Season Copper Impact has been specially designed for heavy game. Its copper bullet has a very wide impact diameter that delivers greater trauma effect and energy transfer.
- Heavy game at medium to long range
- For use in rifled barrels only
| CALIBRE | 12/70 | 20/70 |
| LOAD (g) | Cu* 28 | Cu* 21 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 487 | – |
| BOX OF | 5 | 5 |
Super-X® Lead Free
VELOCITY AND ACCURACY
The Super-X slug Lead-Free brings you a high-velocity shot with an accurate, flat trajectory. The secret is in the design, with a concave rear to shift the centre of gravity forwards. The slightly hollow point provides faster expansion and maximum energy transfer.
- Light and medium game at medium range
- Designed for smoothbore barrels only
| CALIBRE | 12/70 |
| LOAD (g) | Zn* 21 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 442 |
| BOX OF | 5 |
* S: Steel, Cu: Solid copper, Zn: Zinc
Standard Pressure shotshells
Steel 28
STANDARD PRESSURE STEEL SHOTSHELL
- Standard pressure steel shotshell for shotguns proofed to at least 930 BAR. (1)
- Special steel-shot protector wad
(1) If in doubt, ask your dealer.
| CALIBRE | 12/70 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 28 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 420 |
| PELLET SIZE | 5 6 |
| BOX OF | 25 |
Bismuth
EXTREME LETHALITY AT VERY LONG RANGE
The bismuth shot is tin coated and loaded with a fine buffer powder to keep the shot perfectly spherical. The result is more impacts on target and maximum lethal effect up to 50 metres. The varnished primer and special wad ensure the shell retains its seal for perfect operation in any conditions. Bismuth is a more elastic material than steel, and can be fired from any shotgun, regardless of its proof.
- Cup wad + buffer powder
| CALIBRE | 12/76 | 20/76 |
| LOAD (g) | B* 39 | B* 28 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 440 | 440 |
| PELLET SIZE | 4 | 4 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 |
Bismuth
EXTREME LETHALITY AT VERY LONG RANGE
The bismuth shot is tin coated and loaded with a fine buffer powder to keep the shot perfectly spherical. The result is more impacts on target and maximum lethal effect up to 50 metres. The varnished primer and special wad ensure the shell retains its seal for perfect operation in any conditions. Bismuth is a more elastic material than steel, and can be fired from any shotgun, regardless of its proof.
- Cup wad + buffer powder
| CALIBRE | 12/76 | 20/76 |
| LOAD (g) | B* 39 | B* 28 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 440 | 440 |
| PELLET SIZE | 4 | 4 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 |
X2 Steel (Shooting)
TOTAL CONSISTENCY
For decades, the WINCHESTER® X2 has been recognised as one of the highest quality shooting shells ever made. The X2 Steel is loaded with the best materials and powders in its category, and offers the key features sought by the greatest shooters: shot perfection and consistency.
| CALIBRE | 12/70 | 12/70 | 12/70 |
| LOAD (g) | S* 21 | S* 24 | S* 28 |
| VELOCITY (m/s) | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| PELLET SIZE | 7 | 6 7 9 | 6 7 |
| BOX OF | 25 | 25 | 25 |
* S: Steel, B: bismuth
Popular resources
CIP Standards
The C.I.P. lays down common rules and regulations for the proof of weapons and their ammunition in order to ensure the mutual recognition of Proof Marks by its member states. Fourteen countries are C.I.P. Member States.
Winchester website
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