#5 Shot

Hunting

#5 shot (.12" diameter) bridges the gap between dense #6 patterns and harder-hitting #4. Excellent for pheasant and other upland birds at moderate ranges, offering a good balance of pellet count and individual pellet energy.

Use Type

Pheasant

Upland Game

Specifications

Pellet Diameter: .12"
Shot Weight: 1 - 1-1/4 oz
Pellet Count: 170-213
Muzzle Velocity: 1,250-1,350 fps
Shot Material: Lead / Steel
Effective Range: 30-40 yards
Shell Lengths: 2¾", 3"
Recommended Choke: Modified

Comparison

Size	Diameter	Pellets/oz
#6	.11"	225
#5	.12"	170
#4	.13"	135

FAQ

#5 vs #6 for pheasant?

#5 offers better penetration for late-season birds with thick plumage. #6 works well early season when patterns matter more than penetration.

You may be interested in these ammo products with a #5 shot bullet:

20 ga - 2-3/4" - 1 oz #5 - High Velocity - Fiocchi - 25 Rounds

$18.25

Quantity - 25
Manufacturer - Fiocchi
Bullets - #5 Shot
Cost Per Round - 73¢ per round

20 Gauge - 2-3/4" 1 oz. #5 Shot - Fiocchi Golden Pheasant - 25 Rounds

$26.00

1 Review

Quantity - 25
Manufacturer - Fiocchi
Bullets - #5 Shot
Cost Per Round - $1.04 per round

20 Gauge - 2-3/4" 1 oz #5 Shot - Winchester Super Pheasant - 25 Rounds

$25.00

1 Review

Quantity - 25
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #5 Shot
Cost Per Round - $1 per round

20 Ga - 2-3/4" High Brass Game Load - 1 oz #5 - Winchester - 25

$20.00

1 Review

Quantity - 25
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #5 Shot
Cost Per Round - 80¢ per round

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