Federal Black Cloud FS 12 gauge 3-inch 1-1/4 oz #3 steel shotshells are configured for waterfowl hunting and wet-field environments. The load combines Flitestopper and Premium steel pellets to produce dense, consistent patterns through a range of chokes. The Flitecontrol Flex wad is optimized for pattern density and separation timing across both ported and standard waterfowl chokes. These cartridges include a black nickel head, sealed crimp and a lead-free primer to resist corrosion and reduce residue.
Packaging: Sold per box. Each retail box contains 25 shells. Case ordering: Available by case; a standard case contains 10 boxes, which yields 250 rounds total when the required number of boxes is ordered to achieve the case quantity.
Key Specifications
- The gauge is 12 Gauge.
- The shotshell length is 3 inches.
- The shot weight is 1-1/4 oz.
- The shot size is #3.
- The shot material is Steel (non-toxic).
- The muzzle velocity is 1450 fps.
- The wad type is Flitecontrol Flex.
- Shells per box are 25.
- Boxes per case are 10 boxes (250 rounds).
- The primer type is Catalyst lead-free primer.
Built for consistent on-target performance in waterfowl conditions, these Federal Black Cloud FS loads offer reliable patterning, corrosion-resistant components and reduced residue for efficient field use and faster maintenance cycles.
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