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Federal built the Black Cloud FS specifically for 28 gauge waterfowl hunting, taking the lightweight efficiency of a sub-gauge and giving it real stopping power. The 3/4 oz steel payload travels at 1400 fps, delivering energy and penetration that punches beyond what most expect from a 28. This matters when you're trying to ethically harvest ducks and light geese.
The secret to Black Cloud's effectiveness is the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad. Instead of a standard wad that opens up immediately, this rear-deploying design keeps the pellets grouped much longer downrange. Those redesigned petals and side-mounted vents work together to separate the payload at the ideal moment for dense, predictable patterns. Whether your gun has ported chokes or standard ones, this wad works through both, which is a real advantage over older designs that sometimes struggled with certain choke combinations.
Federal mixed 40 percent FLITESTOPPER steel pellets with 60 percent premium steel to create a payload that fills out patterns better and creates larger wound channels than standard steel loads. The pellet mix matters more than most realize at extended range. You get better coverage of the vital area and more consistent knockdown power, especially on birds past 35 yards.
The high-performance Catalyst lead-free primer and clean-burning, temperature-stable propellant minimize residue buildup in your barrel and maintain reliable ignition even when the marsh is cold and wet. The black nickel plated head resists corrosion while the sealed crimp keeps moisture out during extended hunts. These aren't small details when you're sitting in flooded timber or coastal marshes for hours.
The #3 shot size works best on dabbling ducks and teal when shot placement is good over decoys at reasonable distances. For larger ducks like mallards or diving ducks, the denser patterns from the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad and mixed steel payload help, but understand 28 gauge steel performs best within 35-40 yards. Smaller ducks like woodies and teal are where this load truly shines.
Yes, that's one of the main advantages of the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad design. It delivers consistent, tight patterns through both ported chokes and standard waterfowl chokes, so you don't have to worry about pattern degradation regardless of what chokes your gun has.
The rear-deploying petals and side-mounted vents keep the pellets together longer as they travel downrange, then release at the ideal moment. This creates denser, more predictable patterns than standard wads, especially at extended distances. It's one reason this load performs better than basic steel at distance.
No, the clean-burning, temperature-stable propellant and high-performance primer significantly reduce residue compared to older steel loads. The sealed crimp also prevents moisture from compromising the shell, so your gun stays cleaner in wet hunting conditions and ignition stays reliable across temperature changes.
| UPC | 604544687149 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PWBX285 3 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 28 Gauge |
| Grains | #3 |
| Length | 3" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel Shot |
| Shipping Weight | 1.775 |
| Shot Size | 3 |
| Shot Weight | 3/4 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 1.52 |
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