Description
The Fiocchi 20SD8 Shooting Dynamics 20ga shell, item 20SD8, is a 20 gauge, 2-3/4 inch target load carrying 7/8 oz of #8 lead shot at a rated 1210 fps. Fiocchi groups it with its Exacta Heavy loads, pairing a full 20 gauge payload with a standard target speed.
Fiocchi 20SD8 Shooting Dynamics 20ga Overview
A 20 gauge throws fewer pellets than a 12, so pattern density matters. Number 8 shot helps make up the difference by packing more pellets into the same 7/8 ounce charge. That makes this shell an excellent match for close and mid-range targets, and for many shooters it is the go-to 20 gauge practice load. At about 1,210 fps it also has enough energy to cycle most gas-operated 20 gauge semi-autos. Fiocchi loads Shooting Dynamics in its US plant with chilled lead shot, cushioned wads and clean-burning powder, and prices it for frequent range trips.
Shot Size and Pattern
Number 8 shot is slightly smaller than 7.5, so the same payload carries more pellets. That denser pattern is an advantage on close and mid-range targets such as skeet, five-stand and the near stations of a sporting course, though each pellet carries a little less energy at long range. Pattern your gun on paper at the distances you shoot most, and match your choke to the target: open chokes for close stations, tighter chokes for longer trap yardage.
Payload and Recoil
In a 20 gauge, 7/8 ounce is the standard full target charge. It gives a well-filled pattern from the smaller bore while keeping recoil low, which is a big part of why 20 gauge guns are so popular with youth, smaller-framed adults and anyone shooting long days. At a rated 1210 fps this is a standard target velocity. It balances pattern quality, recoil and reliable function in most semi-automatic shotguns.
Shotgun Compatibility
Fire this shell only in 20 gauge shotguns with a chamber of 2-3/4 inches or longer. It runs in break-action and pump guns without concern, and most gas-operated semi-autos cycle it reliably. Some inertia-driven and older recoil-operated designs prefer heavier loads, so test a box in your gun before match day. Never place a shell in a gun of a different gauge; a 20 gauge shell can slip past the chamber of a 12 gauge barrel and cause a dangerous obstruction.
Practice and Competition
This is a target and training load. It is well suited to skeet, five-stand and close sporting clays presentations, as well as backyard clays for newer shooters. Many hunters also use similar lead loads on doves and other small upland birds, but check your state regulations for legal shot types, and remember that lead shot is prohibited for waterfowl.
Consistency and Value
A case of one reliable load keeps practice consistent and affordable. Families often share 20 gauge guns among several shooters, so a mild, dense-patterning shell that runs in everything from a lightweight 20 gauge over-under to a pump keeps range days simple.
Storage and Care
Store shotshells in a cool, dry place in their original boxes. Heat and humidity can affect powder and primers over time, and crushed or split hulls should never be fired. Rotate older boxes forward so they get used first.
Specifications
- Brand: Fiocchi Ammunition
- Line: Shooting Dynamics
- Item number: 20SD8
- Gauge: 20
- Shell length: 2-3/4 inch
- Shot charge: 7/8 oz
- Shot size: #8 lead
- Rated velocity: 1210 fps
- Count: 25 shells per box
- UPC: 762344710846
Before You Buy
Federal law requires buyers of shotgun ammunition to be at least 18 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases or shipping, so check your local rules before you order.
Who It Is For
The Fiocchi 20SD8 Shooting Dynamics 20ga is a great fit for 20 gauge shooters who want a dense, low-recoil pattern for skeet and close clays, and for coaches working with new shooters.
Buy the Fiocchi 20SD8 Shooting Dynamics 20ga at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Fiocchi 20SD8 Shooting Dynamics 20ga online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more shotgun shells. For factory details, visit Fiocchi Ammunition.
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