RC CAMOUFLAGE HP TECHNOSTEEL 34G HP 12/70

The RC Camouflage Technosteel T4 HP is a 12-gauge high-performance steel-shot cartridge intended primarily for waterfowl and suitable small-game hunting. Its 70 mm case, 34 g steel-shot load and stated muzzle velocity of 428 m/s provide a fast hunting load for wetlands and other areas where the use of lead shot is prohibited or restricted.

This cartridge must only be used in a shotgun approved for high-performance steel ammunition. Compatibility should be confirmed from the proof marks on the barrels and the firearm manufacturer’s instructions.

Suitable for use

• Waterfowl hunting

• Duck hunting

• Suitable small-game hunting

• Wetlands and other lead-shot-restricted areas

• Approved 12/70 shotguns

• Approved 12/76 shotguns capable of firing HP steel ammunition

• Hunters wanting a fast 34 g steel-shot load

• Use with a choke approved for steel shot and the selected pellet diameter

Why choose the RC Camouflage Technosteel T4 HP?

• 34 g steel-shot load

• Stated muzzle velocity of 428 m/s

• High Performance classification

• 70 mm case

• Available with 3.05 or 3.30 mm pellets

• Plastic wad

• Seller-listed C.I.P. approval

• Designed primarily for waterfowl hunting

• No lead pellets in the shot load

• 25 cartridges per box

Technical specifications

• Product type: Shotgun hunting cartridge

• Gauge: 12

• Case length: 70 mm

• Metal-head height: 20 mm

• Performance class: High Performance / HP

• Shot weight: 34 g

• Shot material: Steel

• Available pellet diameters: 3.05 mm and 3.30 mm

• Stated muzzle velocity: 428 m/s

• Wad: Plastic

• C.I.P. approval: Yes, according to the retailer

• Cartridges per box: 25

• Cartridges per outer case: 250

• Primary application: Waterfowl and suitable small-game hunting

• Lead shot: No

Frequently asked questions

What does HP mean?

HP means High Performance. A cartridge in this class may only be used in a shotgun proofed and approved for high-performance steel ammunition. Check the firearm’s steel-shot or fleur-de-lis proof mark and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Can this cartridge be used in every 12/70 shotgun?

No. Chamber length alone does not confirm compatibility. The shotgun must be approved for high-performance steel shot, and its choke must be suitable for both steel pellets and the selected pellet diameter.

Can a 12/70 cartridge be fired from a 12/76 chamber?

In general, a 70 mm cartridge can be used in a shotgun with a 76 mm chamber of the same gauge. However, the firearm must still be approved for HP steel ammunition. A longer chamber does not automatically mean that the barrels and choke are suitable for high-performance steel shot.

Which pellet diameter should I choose?

The 3.05 mm version contains more pellets for the same total shot weight and may produce a denser pattern. The 3.30 mm version contains fewer pellets, but each pellet generally retains more energy. The appropriate choice depends on the quarry, range, local regulations and the pattern produced by your shotgun.

Is the cartridge lead-free?

Its shot load consists of steel pellets and contains no lead shot. The Technosteel name alone should not be interpreted as confirmation that every other cartridge component is completely lead-free.

Is this the same product as the 12/76 Camouflage Hyperfast Technosteel?

No. The Technosteel T4 HP 12/70 is a separate 70 mm cartridge with a 34 g load and 25 cartridges per box. The Camouflage Hyperfast Technosteel 12/76 is a longer magnum variant with different packaging and potentially different ballistic specifications.

Why should I pattern this ammunition before hunting?

Pattern density and point of impact can vary between shotguns, chokes and pellet sizes. Testing the cartridge on a patterning target helps identify a suitable choke and establish a responsible practical range.

When is the RC Camouflage Technosteel T4 HP the right choice?

This cartridge is well suited to hunters who need a fast 12/70 steel load with a substantial 34 g payload, particularly for waterfowl hunting. It is also a practical option for wetlands and other areas where the use of lead shot is restricted.

Choose a lower-performance steel load if your shotgun is not approved for HP steel ammunition. The separate 12/76 Hyperfast version may be more appropriate when a longer magnum cartridge is required and the firearm is specifically designed for it.

Expert recommendation

Before purchasing the ammunition, inspect the chamber and barrel markings on your shotgun. The firearm must carry the appropriate approval for HP steel ammunition, and the choke manufacturer must permit steel pellets of the selected diameter. Do not determine compatibility from the 70 or 76 mm chamber length alone.

Pattern both available pellet diameters using the choke you intend to take hunting. Compare the centre, density and evenness of the pattern. A fast 34 g load can also produce more recoil than a lighter cartridge, making correct stock fit and a stable shooting position particularly important.

Fast HP steel performance for waterfowl hunting

The RC Camouflage Technosteel T4 HP combines a 34 g steel-shot load, a 70 mm case and a stated muzzle velocity of 428 m/s. When paired with an approved shotgun and suitable choke, it is a practical hunting cartridge for waterfowl and lead-shot-restricted environments.