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The Black Cloud FS Steel stands out because it actually works through both ported and standard chokes without the pattern inconsistency you'd normally expect. That's the whole point of the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad. Those rear-deploying petals and side vents do something pretty clever: they hold the shot pattern tighter longer, then release at the right moment for dense, deadly spreads. You get 187 pellets of steel per round with a mix of 40 percent FLITESTOPPER steel and 60 percent premium steel, which means the cut-contact pellets do the heavy lifting while regular steel fills out the pattern for more hit probability.
Federal addressed two things hunters complained about with older Black Cloud loads: erratic patterns and excessive barrel residue. The new propellant burns cleaner and more consistently across temperature changes, so you're not dealing with a filthy bore after a morning hunt. The Catalyst lead-free primer works with this temperature-stable powder to keep fouling down while maintaining that 1500 fps velocity.
The 3.5-inch hull gives you the shot capacity of a 1.5oz payload, making this the heavier option in the Black Cloud line. That payload of 187 steel pellets means more chances to connect, and the extra velocity from the magnum length keeps energy downrange better than 2.75 or 3-inch alternatives. The plated head resists corrosion and the sealed crimp handles harsh waterfowl hunting conditions without moisture getting inside.
The FLITECONTROL FLEX design can add 10-15 yards to your effective range by keeping pellets grouped tighter through your choke. That matters when ducks are working your decoys or geese are coming in at varying distances. The combination of hard FLITESTOPPER pellets creating larger wound channels and the dense pattern means more lethal hits on birds.
Yes. That's the main advantage of the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad. Federal tested these loads specifically through ported chokes and found they reduce pattern variation 36 percent compared to older wad designs. They work just as well through standard chokes too, so you get consistency regardless of your setup.
The 3.5-inch carries an extra 1/4 ounce of shot (187 pellets vs roughly 164 in the 3-inch), giving you more pellets downrange. That translates to better pattern density and more hit probability. The trade-off is a little more recoil, though the extra velocity helps maintain energy at distance.
FLITESTOPPER pellets are engineered to cut on contact, creating larger wound channels for quicker, more effective kills. The Black Cloud mix uses 40% FLITESTOPPER and 60% round premium steel, so you get the cutting action of the specialty pellets combined with denser pattern coverage from the standard steel.
Federal switched to a temperature-stable propellant and high-performance primer that significantly reduces barrel residue and fouling. If you ran older Black Cloud shells, you'll notice less buildup in your bore after a day of hunting, which means less cleaning and better reliability.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 1.84 |
| Grains | #4 |
| Length | 3.50" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PWBX1344 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel Shot |
| Shipping Weight | 3.36 |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Shot Weight | 1 1/2 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 604544623215 |
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