Rio Royal Blue Steel 20 Gauge 3" #2 Shot 1400 fps
High-velocity steel shot waterfowl loads from Rio deliver reliable nontoxic performance in adverse conditions. 1 oz #2 shot at 1400 fps in 20 gauge 3" shells.
Rio Royal Blue Steel Waterfowl Loads
The Royal Blue Steel line represents Rio's commitment to delivering effective nontoxic ammunition for waterfowl hunting. These loads are engineered specifically for the demands of modern waterfowl seasons.
Performance Characteristics
- Gauge: 20 gauge
- Shell Length: 3" maximum
- Shot Size: #2 steel
- Shot Weight: 1 oz
- Velocity: 1400 feet per second
- Count: 25 shells per box
Design and Construction
Rio loads these shells with perfectly round steel shot that maintains consistent ballistics downrange. The high velocity ensures adequate energy transfer to game at typical waterfowl hunting distances. The steel shot composition meets nontoxic ammunition requirements for all waterfowl hunting applications.
Reliability in the Field
These loads are designed to perform reliably in adverse weather conditions—rain, wind, and cold—that characterize waterfowl seasons. The consistent quality of Rio's manufacturing ensures dependable ignition and pattern performance from shot to shot.
Best Applications
Royal Blue Steel loads work well in 20 gauge shotguns used for duck and goose hunting where nontoxic ammunition is required or preferred. The 1 oz payload and #2 shot size provide effective range and pattern density for typical waterfowl hunting scenarios.
