The Rio Star Team Target Low Recoil 12 Gauge 2.75-Inch 1oz #8.5 Shot load (Rio part no. STT28LT85) is built for competition shooters who need to break targets consistently over a long day without beating up their shoulder. Rio designed its Star Team line specifically for competitive clay shooting, where the choice of cartridge matters as much in practice as it does on match day. The low-recoil loading trims felt kick without sacrificing the pattern density needed to break clays cleanly, making it a smart choice for high-volume shotgun shells practice.

Key Specifications

• Built in 12 gauge, the standard chambering for competitive clay target shooting.
• Uses a 2.75-inch shell length, the standard hull for target loads.
• Carries a 1oz shot payload, a lighter weight tuned for reduced recoil.
• Rated at 1200 fps muzzle velocity, a low-recoil loading built for extended practice sessions.
• Loaded with #8.5 shot, a fine shot size suited to breaking clay targets.
• Weighs about 2.15 lbs per box shipped, useful to know when ordering a case for a match.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this a low-recoil load? It uses a lighter 1oz shot payload and reduced velocity to cut felt recoil while still patterning well on clay targets.

What is this shell built for? It is a dedicated competition target load for trap, skeet, and sporting clays practice.

Buy the Rio Star Team Target Low Recoil 12 Gauge 2.75-Inch 1oz #8.5 Shot Ammo

A long day of practice goes a lot easier on a shooter’s shoulder with a low-recoil load in the gun, and Star Team is built exactly for that. Stock up before your next league night. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.