Rio Royal BlueSteel Magnum 12 Gauge 3-Inch #2 Shot Shells, 25-Round Box

Rio Royal BlueSteel Magnum 12 gauge 3-inch shotgun shells (brand part no. RBSM362) load a 1 1/4 ounce payload of number 2 steel shot for hunters who need magnum knockdown power in a steel-shot load. Rio Ammunition builds the Royal BlueSteel line around powders and wads engineered specifically for steel shot, launching perfectly spherical pellets at a rated 1400 fps for dense, consistent patterns. The 3-inch magnum hull and number 2 shot size make this a strong choice for waterfowl and larger upland birds where steel shot is required or preferred. Sold in a 25-round box, with a full case running 10 boxes, it is a dependable way to stock up before the season opens.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12, the most common and versatile shotgun bore for waterfowl and upland hunting.
• The shell length is 3 inches, a magnum hull that carries a heavier payload than a standard 2-3/4 inch shell.
• The payload weighs 1 1/4 ounce, a substantial charge of shot for a 3-inch 12 gauge load.
• The shot size is #2, sized for larger waterfowl and bigger upland birds.
• The shot is made of steel, engineered with powders and wads built specifically for steel shot performance.
• Muzzle velocity is rated at 1400 fps, driving dense, consistent patterns at typical hunting ranges.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, enough to cover a solid day in the blind.
• Cost works out to about 0.81 dollars per round, competitive for a magnum steel shot load.
• Rio packages 10 boxes to a case, totaling 250 rounds for hunters who buy ahead of the season.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this a magnum 12 gauge load? The 3-inch hull carries a heavier 1 1/4 ounce payload than a standard 2-3/4 inch shell, adding pellet count and energy.

Is steel shot required for this load? This shell is already loaded with steel shot, which meets steel-shot-only requirements in many waterfowl hunting areas; always confirm local regulations.

How many rounds come in a case? A full case includes 10 boxes of 25 rounds each, totaling 250 rounds.

Buy Rio Royal BlueSteel Magnum 12 Gauge Shells

Waterfowl season punishes cheap patterns, and Royal BlueSteel is built around wads and powders made specifically to keep steel shot performing at its best. Pattern a box before opening day and see how the load performs through your choke. Browse more shotgun shells that ship fast from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.