#8 Shot

Target

#8 shot (.09" diameter) is a staple for skeet shooting and works well for close-range trap. The high pellet count creates dense, forgiving patterns ideal for fast-moving targets at moderate distances.

Use Type

Target Loads

Match Shooting

Specifications

Pellet Diameter: .09"
Shot Weight: 7/8 - 1-1/8 oz
Pellet Count: 410-461
Muzzle Velocity: 1,145-1,235 fps
Shot Material: Lead
Effective Range: 20-30 yards
Shell Lengths: 2¾"
Recommended Choke: Skeet / IC

Comparison

Size	Diameter	Pellets/oz
#9	.08"	585
#8	.09"	410
#7.5	.095"	350

FAQ

Is #8 shot good for skeet?

Excellent. #8 is the standard for skeet shooting - dense patterns break targets reliably at skeet's closer ranges (3-27 yards).

You may be interested in these ammo products with a #8 shot bullet:

12 ga - 2-3/4" Lead Shot Target Load - 1-1/8 oz - #8 - Winchester Super Target - 250 Rounds

$100.00

4 Reviews

Quantity - 250
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #8 Shot
Cost Per Round - 40¢ per round

12 ga - 2-3/4" Lead Shot Heavy Target Load - 1-1/8 oz - #8 - Winchester AA - 250 Rounds

$125.00

1 Review

Quantity - 250
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #8 Shot
Cost Per Round - 50¢ per round

12 ga - 2-3/4" Lead Shot Low Recoil Target Load - 7/8 oz - #8 - Winchester AA - 250 Rounds

$135.00

2 Reviews

Quantity - 250
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #8 Shot
Cost Per Round - 54¢ per round

12 ga - 2-3/4" Lead Shot Target Load - 1 oz - #8 - Federal Top Gun - 25 Rounds

$11.00

3 Reviews

Quantity - 25
Manufacturer - Federal
Bullets - #8 Shot
Cost Per Round - 44¢ per round

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