Last reviewed: 2026-04-19 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For upland hunters running 16 gauge game load rounds, the Winchester Super X Game Load delivers field-tested reliability in a 2-3/4″ hull. Loaded with 1 oz of #6 lead shot at 1165 fps, this shell puts consistent patterns on dove, quail, and small game at flush ranges. The Super X line has anchored upland birds since 1922 — a century of manufacturing refinement shows in the crimp, powder charge, and primer pocket tolerances that matter when you’re burning through a box in an afternoon. Winchester builds this ammunition using boxer-primed brass cases, making empties reloadable for handloaders who want to tailor their loads. The 6-point star crimp holds shot columns in place during magazine feed and chamber cycles, preventing pellet migration and maintaining pattern integrity.
Load Profile
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 16 Gauge |
| Shell length | 2-3/4″ |
| Shot type | Lead Shot |
| Shot weight | 1 Ounce |
| Shot size | #6 |
| Velocity | 1165 fps |
| Buffered | No |
| Crimp | 6-Point Star |
| Rounds/box | 25 |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Barrel type | Smooth Bore |
| Intended use | Upland, Dove & Small Game |
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
The 1165 fps muzzle velocity keeps this load in the sweet spot for upland work — fast enough for clean kills on crossing birds inside 35 yards, mild enough for all-day shooting comfort in lightweight 16 gauge doubles and pumps. The #6 shot size carries approximately 225 pellets per load, offering denser patterns than #7.5 with better retained energy on larger-bodied birds like pheasants and young roosters. Browse our full selection of 16 gauge shotgun ammo for additional load options.
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.
- Follow the four universal rules of firearm safety — treat every gun as loaded, never point at anything you’re not willing to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, and be certain of your target and what lies beyond it. Review the NSSF firearms safety rules.
- Verify that your firearm is chambered for 16 gauge and has a chamber length of at least 2-3/4″ before loading. Never force ammunition into a chamber or magazine.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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