The Fiocchi 28 Gauge #5 Shot (part no. 283HV5) loads 1 ounce of #5 shot in a 28 gauge hull, 3 inches long, built for hunters and shooters who need dependable field performance. Fiocchi has manufactured ammunition in Italy since 1876 and now runs a Missouri plant as well, pairing old-world shotshell experience with domestic rifle and pistol production. In shotgun shells for upland and field hunters, this is a load built for exactly that job.
Key Specifications
- The gauge is 28 Gauge, a light, low-recoil gauge that has surged in popularity for upland hunting.
- Shell length is 3 inches, a 3-inch magnum hull, giving room for a heavier payload than a standard 2-3/4-inch hull.
- The payload weighs 1 ounce, a full magnum-length charge.
- The shot size is #5, a versatile mid-size pellet balancing pattern density and per-pellet energy for typical waterfowl and upland ranges.
- Muzzle velocity is rated at 1300 fps, carrying consistent energy out to normal shotgun ranges.
- Each box holds 25 rounds, a practical count for a day in the field or blind.
- Cost runs about $1.06 per round, affordable enough to shoot by the case for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 3-inch hull length good for? A 3-inch hull is a 3-inch magnum hull, giving room for a heavier payload than a standard 2-3/4-inch hull.
Does the box count affect the price per round? Yes, buying the full 25-round box keeps the per-round cost down compared to buying loose shells.
Why choose 28 Gauge? 28 Gauge is a light, low-recoil gauge that has surged in popularity for upland hunting, which is exactly why this load is offered in that gauge.
Buy the Fiocchi 28 Gauge #5 Shot
A full case of Fiocchi 28 Gauge #5 Shot means one less thing to think about before opening day. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.
