Elevate Your Upland Hunt: The Unmatched Performance of Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead Ammunition

For the dedicated upland hunter, every shot tells a story. It's a blend of skill, instinct, and, critically, the performance of your ammunition. Imagine the thrill of a pheasant flush, the sudden burst of speed from a grouse, or the elusive dart of a quail – in these moments, there's no room for compromise. This is precisely why discerning hunters turn to Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead 12 Gauge 2.75" 1 3/8 oz 4 Shot. It's not just a shotgun shell; it's a meticulously engineered tool designed to transform challenging shots into confident retrieves, ensuring you make the most of every opportunity in the field.

What makes Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead the preferred choice for those who demand excellence from their gear? It starts with an unwavering commitment to quality and a deep understanding of what it takes to consistently bring down birds. From the moment it leaves the barrel at an impressive 1475 feet per second (fps), this ammunition delivers a devastating combination of speed, power, and precision that redefines performance for small game and wary late-season birds.

Why Ammunition is the Hunter's Edge in Upland Pursuits

Upland hunting presents a unique set of challenges. Birds often hold tight, then explode into flight, requiring quick reactions and consistent patterns. Factors like wind, brush, and varying shot distances demand ammunition that performs reliably under diverse conditions. Many hunters ask: "What is the best shotgun shell for pheasant?" or "How can I improve my success rate on fast-flying grouse?" The answer often lies not just in the shooter's ability, but in the quality and characteristics of their ammunition.

Inconsistent patterns can lead to missed opportunities, wounded birds, and frustration. Ammunition that lacks sufficient energy transfer results in less ethical kills, potentially allowing game to escape. Kent Cartridge engineers understood these critical pain points when developing the Ultimate Fast Lead series. They aimed to solve the problem of unpredictable performance, providing hunters with a tangible advantage for consistent, clean kills.

Unleashing Precision: The Core of Ultimate Fast Lead's Superiority

At the heart of the Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead's exceptional performance is its proprietary "Diamond Shot." This isn't just a marketing term; it represents a significant leap forward in lead shot technology.

• What is Diamond Shot? It refers to Kent's specially formulated, highly polished lead shot. Unlike standard lead shot, which can deform under the immense pressure of ignition and travel down the barrel, Diamond Shot is engineered to be harder and maintain its spherical shape.
• Why does shot uniformity matter? Imagine throwing a handful of perfectly round marbles versus a handful of irregularly shaped pebbles. The marbles will fly more consistently and predictably. The same principle applies to shotgun pellets. Uniformly round and hard shot creates tighter, more consistent patterns downrange. This means more pellets on target, increasing your effective killing zone and reducing gaps in your pattern.
• Increased Energy Transfer: The hardness and superior shape retention of Diamond Shot translate directly into increased energy transfer upon impact. When a pellet deforms, it loses energy. By retaining its shape, each Diamond Shot pellet delivers maximum impact on the target, ensuring a cleaner, more humane kill. This addresses a common question: "Does shot hardness really make a difference?" Absolutely, it contributes significantly to terminal ballistics.
• Consistency from Box to Box: Hunters often seek "consistent shotgun shells." Kent Cartridge's rigorous manufacturing processes and the use of premium components ensure that every round of Ultimate Fast Lead performs identically to the last. This consistency builds confidence in the field, knowing that your ammunition will deliver predictable results every time you pull the trigger.

Speed Meets Power: The 1475 FPS Advantage

The Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead boasts a blazing muzzle velocity of 1475 feet per second. But what does this high speed mean for your hunt?

• Reduced Lead: Faster ammunition means less "lead" required when swinging on a target. This can be particularly advantageous on rapidly moving birds or in crosswinds, giving you a slight but significant edge.
• Flatter Trajectory: Higher velocity also contributes to a flatter shot string, which means less pellet drop over typical upland hunting distances. This can forgive minor errors in range estimation and helps maintain pattern density further out.
• Enhanced Knockdown Power: While shot weight and hardness are crucial, velocity adds to the kinetic energy delivered to the target. This contributes to the decisive knockdown power necessary for larger upland birds like pheasants or for making ethical shots on birds at the edge of your effective range. When hunters ask, "How do I ensure cleaner kills on fast-flying birds?" a combination of excellent patterning and high velocity like that offered by Ultimate Fast Lead is a key component.

The Perfect Blend: 12 Gauge, 2.75", 1 3/8 oz, 4 Shot

Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead is offered in a popular and versatile configuration: 12 gauge, 2.75-inch shell length, loaded with 1 3/8 ounces of #4 shot.

• 12 Gauge Versatility: The 12 gauge is the most popular shotgun gauge for a reason – its versatility. It offers a wide range of load options and is suitable for nearly all upland game, providing a powerful platform for the Ultimate Fast Lead's capabilities.
• 2.75-inch Shell Length: This standard shell length ensures compatibility with the vast majority of 12-gauge shotguns, from classic pump-actions to modern semi-automatics. It avoids the need for 3-inch or 3.5-inch magnum chambers while still delivering magnum-like performance due to its efficient design.
• 1 3/8 Ounces of Shot: This is a substantial payload for an upland load. A heavier shot charge means more pellets in the air, directly increasing the probability of hitting your target with multiple pellets for a clean, humane kill. This is particularly beneficial for larger or tougher upland birds.
• #4 Shot Size: The choice of #4 shot is deliberate and highly effective for a wide range of upland game.
  • For pheasants, #4 shot provides excellent penetration and energy retention, crucial for these hearty birds.
  • For larger grouse species or chukar, it offers reliable performance.
  • While often considered a bit heavy for quail or doves, its consistent pattern and energy transfer make it a viable, albeit powerful, choice for those birds, especially at longer ranges or in windy conditions.
  • Many hunters wonder: "What shot size is best for upland game?" While various sizes work, #4 shot in a quality load like Ultimate Fast Lead hits a sweet spot for balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy for general upland hunting.

Beyond the Shot: A Holistic Approach to Ammunition Design

While the Diamond Shot is a star, Kent Cartridge understands that a superior shotgun shell is a sum of its parts. Every component in the Ultimate Fast Lead load contributes to its overall performance:

• Proprietary Wads: The wad separates the powder from the shot and protects the shot as it travels down the barrel, minimizing pellet deformation and ensuring a consistent launch. Kent's wads are designed to release the shot cleanly, contributing to tight patterns.
• Reliable Primers and Powders: The igniter and the propellant are critical for consistent velocity and pressure. Kent Cartridge uses only premium, clean-burning powders and reliable primers to ensure consistent ignition and burn rates, shot after shot, regardless of environmental conditions. This attention to detail reinforces the "premium components" promise.
• Quality Control: From raw materials to the final packaged product, Kent Cartridge maintains stringent quality control measures. This meticulous approach guarantees that every box of Ultimate Fast Lead meets their high standards for performance and reliability, offering hunters peace of mind.

Optimizing Your Hunt: Real-World Scenarios for Ultimate Fast Lead

When should you reach for Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead? Consider these common hunting scenarios and questions:

• "I'm hunting late-season pheasants that are wild and flush at a distance. What ammunition should I use?" The high velocity and dense patterns of #4 shot in Ultimate Fast Lead are ideal for reaching out to these wary birds, ensuring effective penetration even at extended ranges.
• "How can I improve my patterning for upland birds?" The inherent uniformity of Diamond Shot and the overall balance of the Ultimate Fast Lead load are specifically designed to produce tighter, more effective patterns. Many hunters find that simply switching to a premium load like this can significantly improve their shotgun's patterning without extensive choke changes.
• "I want to ensure ethical, clean kills. What's the most effective ammunition?" Ethical hunting demands ammunition that reliably puts game down quickly. The increased energy transfer of Diamond Shot and the robust payload of the Ultimate Fast Lead minimize the chance of wounding, leading to more humane retrieves.
• "My current ammunition feels inconsistent. I get good shots sometimes, but then unexplained misses." This often points to inconsistent ammunition. Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead's premium components and manufacturing consistency aim to eliminate these variables, giving you predictable performance with every round.

Responsible Hunting: The Role of Effective Ammunition

Ethical hunting is paramount. This means not only respecting wildlife and following regulations but also ensuring that shots taken are as effective and humane as possible. Ammunition like Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead plays a crucial role in this. By providing superior patterning, high velocity, and excellent energy transfer, it increases the likelihood of a clean, one-shot kill, minimizing suffering and maximizing the hunter's responsibility to the game. Investing in quality ammunition is an investment in ethical hunting practices.

Availability for Your Next Adventure

Ready to experience the difference Kent Cartridge Ultimate Fast Lead can make on your next upland hunt? This exceptional ammunition, identified by its UPC 656308402147, is readily available to enhance your outdoor pursuits. You can find this top-tier ammunition and a wide range of other hunting essentials at DEGuns, your trusted source for quality firearms and ammunition. Equip yourself with the best and step into the field with unparalleled confidence.

Detailed Product Specifications

The Kent Cartridge K122UFL404 Ultimate Fast Lead load represents a pinnacle in upland hunting ammunition design. Its specifications are meticulously balanced to deliver superior performance.

Attribute	Detail
Brand	Kent Cartridge
Series	Fast Lead
Model	Ultimate
Gauge	12 Gauge
Length	2.75"
Ounces	1 3/8 oz
Shot Size	4
Shot Material	Diamond
Muzzle Velocity	1475 fps
Game Type	Upland
Application	Hunting
Rounds Per Box	25
Boxes Per Case	10
SKU	117955
UPC	656308402147
MPN	K122UFL404