Rio Heavy Field 28 Gauge #6 Shot Ammunition
Rio Heavy Field 28-gauge game loads deliver 1 oz of #6 shot at 1200 fps for reliable small game hunting. Box of 25 rounds.
Rio Heavy Field 28-Gauge Game Loads
The Rio Heavy Field line represents a purpose-built solution for small game hunters who demand reliable, consistent performance from sub-gauge shotguns. These 28-gauge loads are engineered to deliver the tight patterns and dependable ballistics that separate successful hunts from frustrating misses.
Key Features
- Gauge & Length: 28-gauge, 2¾" shell
- Shot Charge: 1 oz of #6 shot
- Velocity: 1200 feet per second
- Quantity: 25 rounds per box
- Purpose: Small game hunting (upland birds, rabbits, squirrels)
Performance Characteristics
These loads pack sufficient shot charge to maintain effective patterns at typical hunting distances. The #6 shot size provides the balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy—ideal for cleanly taking small game without excessive meat damage.
The 1200 fps velocity ensures consistent, predictable ballistics across a range of 28-gauge shotguns, from vintage doubles to modern semi-automatics. Rio's quality construction means you can depend on uniform performance from the first round through the last.
Why Choose Rio Heavy Field
For hunters working with 28-gauge shotguns, ammunition options are limited. Rio Heavy Field fills that gap with loads specifically designed for the sub-gauge shooter. Whether you're working over pointing dogs in an open field or hunting thick brush, these loads deliver the reliability you need when it counts.
