Remington Express 12 Gauge 2.75-inch #5 shot shells (Remington part no. 20147) are a dependable, no-frills field load built for hunters who want consistent performance without a premium price tag. Remington has produced the Express line for decades as its standard field and target shotshell, trusted by generations of upland and small-game hunters. The 1-1/4 ounce payload of #5 lead shot leaves the muzzle at 1,330 feet per second, giving a versatile pellet count and range suited to a wide range of upland game and clay targets.
Key Specifications
- The gauge is 12 gauge, the most versatile and widely available shotshell bore.
- The hull length is 2.75 inches, the standard field length for general-purpose loads.
- Shot size is #5, a versatile middle-ground size for mixed-bag upland hunting.
- Shot material is lead, giving dense, effective patterns.
- Shot weight is 1-1/4 ounces, a solid payload for reliable pattern density.
- Muzzle velocity is rated at 1,330 feet per second, giving good range and knockdown energy.
- Each box holds 25 shells, packaged 10 boxes to a case.
- Shipping weight is about 2.7 pounds per box.
- At roughly $1.07 per round, this is an affordable, dependable field load.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Remington Express best used for? It is a general-purpose field load suited to upland hunting, small game, and casual clays.
What birds is #5 shot suited for? It is a versatile choice for pheasant, quail, and mixed-bag upland hunting.
Is this shell reliable in older shotguns? Standard-pressure 2.75-inch 12 gauge field loads like this one run reliably in the vast majority of shotguns, old and new.
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