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Federal Black Cloud FS Steel with Flitecontrol Flex represents a genuine evolution in waterfowl ammunition. These rounds are engineered for hunters who demand consistent patterns and reliable performance in the field, whether you're working teal early in the season or hunting late-season geese in challenging conditions.
The Flitecontrol Flex wad is the real innovation here. Unlike earlier designs that struggled with inconsistent wad deployment in ported chokes, this redesigned wad features extended rear-deploying petals and side-mounted vents that work equally well through both ported and standard waterfowl chokes. That means your barrel and choke setup won't limit you anymore. The wad separates at precisely the right moment downrange, maintaining the dense patterns you need for clean, ethical harvests.
The payload combines 40 percent Flitestopper steel pellets with 60 percent premium steel. BB shot at 1-1/4 ounces delivers approximately 90 pellets per round, giving you the energy and penetration that larger waterfowl demand. This is your go-to load for geese and long-range duck work where individual pellets need to carry their velocity and energy downrange. The larger pellet diameter means fewer misses due to pattern gaps when birds are at distance.
These shells use the Catalyst lead-free primer and a clean-burning, temperature-stable propellant. Users can expect noticeably less residue buildup in the barrel compared to older Federal loads, making cleaning after a successful day in the marsh less of a chore. You'll still need to maintain your gun properly, but the difference is meaningful enough that many waterfowlers appreciate it.
BB shot maintains velocity and energy out to 40+ yards and performs well for longer shots at waterfowl. The larger pellets carry more individually, making them ideal for big ducks and geese. Pattern testing from your specific shotgun and choke combination will tell you exactly what range works best for ethical shots.
Yes, that's where the Flitecontrol Flex wad really shines. The redesigned wad deploys consistently through both ported and standard chokes, delivering tight patterns regardless of your barrel configuration. Many waterfowl chokes are ported for recoil reduction, so this is a practical advantage.
BB shot trades pellet count for individual pellet energy and range. You'll get roughly 90 pellets per round versus 150+ with smaller sizes, but each pellet hits harder and carries farther. BB is the choice for geese, long-range duck work, and birds that require more penetration. Smaller sizes give denser patterns at closer ranges.
The updated Flitecontrol Flex version uses a cleaner-burning propellant and Catalyst primer, resulting in significantly less residue than older steel loads. You'll still have some carbon buildup from shooting steel, which is normal, but cleanup is noticeably easier than with previous Black Cloud versions.
| UPC | 604544623253 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PWBX142BB |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | BB |
| Length | 3" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel Shot |
| Shipping Weight | 2.82 |
| Shot Size | #BB |
| Shot Weight | 1 1/4 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 1.60 |
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