The Fiocchi Golden Turkey Nickel Plated 12 Gauge 3in #4 shotshell (part no. 123TRKC4) is Fiocchi’s reinvigorated keystone turkey load, built around perfected nickel-plated lead shot for turkey hunters who won’t settle for a marginal pattern. Fiocchi pairs the hardened nickel-plated pellets with clean-burning powder and an improved wad, tightening the pattern where it matters most on a bird known for surviving thin shot strings. It’s earned a reputation as the gold standard for serious turkey hunters. This shotgun shells gives hunters the heaviest common 12-gauge payload for maximum pattern density at range.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, the most widely used shotgun bore, with the broadest choke and barrel compatibility.
• Shell length is 3 inches, a magnum-length hull that carries a heavier payload than a standard 2-3/4 inch shell.
• Shot size is #4, a standard turkey pellet size that balances pattern density with per-pellet energy.
• The payload weighs 1-3/4 ounces, a heavy charge that maximizes pellet count for a dense turkey pattern.
• The pellets are nickel-plated lead, hardened for tighter, more consistent patterns than standard soft shot.
• Muzzle velocity is rated at 1200 fps, a brisk speed for reliable terminal performance on turkey.
• Each box holds 10 rounds, a practical count for a turkey season.
• Cost runs about $1.41 per round, in line with other premium hardened-shot turkey loads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes nickel-plated shot better for turkey hunting? Nickel plating hardens the pellets so they resist deforming in the barrel, holding a tighter, more consistent pattern than standard soft lead shot.

Is #4 shot a good choice for turkey hunting? Yes, #4 is one of the most popular turkey shot sizes, giving a strong balance of pattern density and per-pellet energy for head-and-neck shots.

Buy Fiocchi Golden Turkey Nickel Plated 12 Gauge

A missed or wounded turkey usually comes down to a thin pattern, and Golden Turkey has built a reputation as the load that closes that gap. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.