Estate Cartridge Ammunition

About Estate Cartridge

Estate Cartridge has established itself as a reliable manufacturer of quality shotshell ammunition for clay target sports and hunting applications.

The company operates under Vista Outdoor Inc., which was formed in February 2015 as a spin-off from Alliant Techsystems (ATK).

In November 2024, Estate Cartridge became part of The Kinetic Group following Vista Outdoor's business separation, creating a more focused company dedicated to shooting products and ammunition.

Based in Anoka, Minnesota, Estate Cartridge has built a reputation for producing affordable, high-performance shotshells that compete effectively with premium brands.

The company remains committed to enabling shooters to achieve excellence in their chosen outdoor activities through innovative and reliable ammunition products.

Popular Estate Cartridge Features

Extra-Hard Lead Shot

• Features 3.55% antimony content in Super Sport loads for superior hardness and reduced pellet deformation.

Biaxially-Oriented Plastic Hulls

• Engineered for strength and reloadability, typically good for 3-4 reloads depending on use.

Progressive Burning Powder

• Fine progressive burning powder delivers consistent velocities and clean combustion for reliable performance.

Specially Designed Wads

• Perforated wads optimize shot patterns and ensure consistent target breaks across all shooting disciplines.

Multi-Screened Shot

• Magnum grade shot is multi-screened to ensure uniform pellet size and consistent pattern density.

Brass-Plated Metal Head

• Provides reliable extraction and consistent performance in both semi-automatic and break-action shotguns.

Best-Selling Estate Cartridge Products

Super Sport Competition Target Loads

• Most popular product line featuring 12, 20, 28 gauge, and .410 bore options with velocities from 1,145 to 1,290 fps.

12 Gauge 1 1/8 oz #7.5 Shot

• Premium target load delivering consistent performance for trap and sporting clays at competitive prices.

20 Gauge 7/8 oz #8 Shot

• Popular choice for skeet shooting and youth competitors seeking reduced recoil with reliable target breaks.

Game and Target Loads

• Affordable multipurpose ammunition offering excellent value for recreational shooters and training applications.

Steel Shot Hunting Loads

• Non-toxic waterfowl ammunition complying with federal requirements while maintaining effective performance.

28 Gauge and .410 Bore Target Loads

• Specialty loads for smaller gauge competition shooting and youth training programs.

Field Hunting Loads

• Versatile hunting ammunition designed for upland game birds and small game applications.

Popular Uses for Estate Cartridge

Clay Target Sports

• Ideal for trap, skeet, and sporting clays with consistent break patterns suitable for all skill levels.

Competitive Shooting

• Popular choice for youth and high school trap teams seeking reliable performance at budget-friendly prices.

Hunting Applications

• Effective for upland bird hunting, waterfowl hunting, and small game with appropriate load selections.

Training and Education

• Excellent choice for firearms training courses, hunter education programs, and shooting sports instruction.

Recreational Shooting

• Perfect for casual range shooting and practice sessions where consistent performance meets affordability.

Estate Cartridge FAQs

QUESTION: Are Estate Cartridge shotshells good for competition shooting?
ANSWER: Yes, Estate Super Sport Competition Target Loads deliver consistent performance suitable for competitive clay target sports at affordable prices.

QUESTION: Can Estate shotshell hulls be reloaded?
ANSWER: Estate hulls are reloadable using Federal shotshell data and typically good for 3-4 reloads depending on use.

QUESTION: What shot sizes are available in Estate ammunition?
ANSWER: Estate offers shot sizes ranging from #9 to #BB across their target and hunting load product lines.

QUESTION: Does Estate make steel shot ammunition for waterfowl hunting?
ANSWER: Yes, Estate produces non-toxic steel shot loads that comply with federal waterfowl hunting requirements.

QUESTION: Are Estate shotshells reliable in semi-automatic shotguns?
ANSWER: Estate ammunition cycles reliably in semi-automatic shotguns thanks to consistent powder charges and quality construction.

QUESTION: What gauges does Estate Cartridge manufacture?
ANSWER: Estate produces shotshells in 10, 12, 16, 20, 28 gauge, and .410 bore configurations.

QUESTION: How does Estate ammo compare to premium target loads?
ANSWER: Estate delivers competitive performance with premium brands while offering 20-30% cost savings for budget-conscious shooters.

QUESTION: What is the antimony content in Estate Super Sport loads?
ANSWER: Estate Super Sport loads feature extra-hard lead shot with 3.55% antimony content for superior pellet hardness.