Last reviewed: 2026-04-19 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, lifelong hunter.
For turkey hunters demanding maximum pattern density in a lighter-recoiling platform, 20 gauge turkey loads chambered with tungsten super shot deliver pellet counts and energy traditionally reserved for 12 gauge. The Remington Premier TSS Turkey 20 Gauge loads 1-1/2 oz of #9 tungsten at 1100 fps in a 3-inch shell — 18 g/cc density produces tighter core patterns and deeper penetration through feathers and bone than any lead shot. You get more hits in the kill zone at 40+ yards, with recoil manageable enough for all-day spring hunts and youth shooters.
Built for the Box
Remington machines each tungsten pellet to uniform diameter, then loads it into a reloadable hull with Boxer primer and 8-point star crimp. The high-density alloy (18 g/cc versus 11.3 for lead) means each #9 pellet carries more energy downrange and resists deformation on impact, preserving pattern integrity through brush and foliage. Non-toxic formulation meets all federal waterfowl and upland requirements, and the non-corrosive primer extends barrel life when you clean promptly after sessions. The 3-inch shell fits any standard 20 gauge chamber rated for magnum pressures.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Shell length | 3″ |
| Shot type | Tungsten Alloy Shot |
| Shot weight | 1-1/2 oz |
| Shot size | #9 |
| Velocity | 1100 fps |
| Rounds/box | 5 |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Crimp | 8-Point Star |
| Intended use | Turkey |
| Manufacturer | Remington |
The 1-1/2 oz payload at 1100 fps balances striking energy with manageable recoil — ideal for lightweight over/unders and pump guns. Pattern this load at 20, 30, and 40 yards with your preferred choke to map your effective range before the season. More shooters are discovering that 20 gauge turkey loads with tungsten match or exceed the lethality of traditional 12 gauge lead while cutting felt recoil by a third.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Treat every firearm as loaded; keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times. Review the four rules of firearms safety before handling any ammunition.
- Verify that your firearm is rated for 3-inch magnum pressures before chambering this load. Consult your owner’s manual or contact the manufacturer if barrel markings are unclear.
- This product contains lead and other materials known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Review California Proposition 65 warnings.
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