Description
Federal Premium Grand Slam 10 gauge 3.5 inch shells deliver what turkey hunters expect: predictable performance when it matters most. The load combines a 2-ounce payload of copper-plated lead #4 shot with an advanced buffering compound that keeps pellets from deforming inside the barrel. This means denser patterns and more reliable energy delivery downrange.
What Makes the FLITECONTROL FLEX Wad Work
The real innovation here is the rear-opening FLITECONTROL FLEX wad system. Unlike standard wads that separate immediately, this design deploys at just the right moment, allowing the shot string to stay together longer before fanning out. That translates to tighter, more consistent patterns whether you're running a standard full choke or an aftermarket ported tube. Federal engineered the wad with reinforced fins that open reliably regardless of the pressure environment your barrel creates.
10 Gauge Ballistics in a Proven Package
Loaded to 1200 feet per second, these shells leverage the 10 gauge's natural advantages without pushing pressures into unsafe territory. The #4 shot size sits in that sweet spot for medium to longer-range turkey work, offering enough pellet count for pattern density while maintaining the energy to stop birds decisively. Each box contains 10 rounds, giving you plenty to pattern-test your specific gun and choke combination before season.
Getting the Best from Your Setup
Since every barrel vibrates differently, spending time at the range to understand how these shells pattern in your shotgun isn't optional, it's essential. The investment pays off when you're at full draw with a gobbler closing in. Federal's component quality and manufacturing controls ensure consistent ignition and shot-to-shot performance, so the variables that matter become the ones you can control.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 10 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3.5 inches
- Shot Size: #4
- Shot Weight: 2 oz
- Shot Type: Copper-Plated Lead
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 fps
- Wad System: FLITECONTROL FLEX
- Rounds per Box: 10
- Manufacturer: Federal Ammunition
- Model Number: PFCX101F4
- UPC: 604544628258
- Application: Turkey Hunting
What’s Included
- 10 rounds of Federal Grand Slam 10 gauge 3.5 inch shotshells
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these Federal Grand Slam shells work with my ported turkey choke?
Yes, the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad is specifically engineered for use in both standard and ported turkey chokes. It deploys from the rear and holds together longer, so gas pressure from ported chokes doesn't affect pattern consistency the way it would with older wad designs. You'll get the same reliable patterns regardless of which choke you're running.
How does the #4 shot size compare for turkey hunting?
#4 shot offers a good balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy. You get enough pellets per shot to pattern dense in a turkey's vital zone at extended range, while each pellet carries enough weight to penetrate effectively. The copper-plating and buffering in these Federal loads help the pellets stay round and hard, maximizing both density and penetration.
Should I pattern test these shells before hunting?
Absolutely. Every shotgun barrel has different harmonics and bore dimensions, so how these shells pattern in your specific gun matters more than any manufacturer spec. Spend time at the range with your intended choke to see exactly where you're hitting and how tight your pattern is. That knowledge is worth more than any assumption going into the field.
What's the purpose of the buffering compound in Federal Grand Slam ammunition?
The buffer material surrounds and cushions the lead pellets as they travel down the barrel, preventing them from deforming when they contact the barrel walls or each other. Rounder pellets pattern tighter and fly more consistently to distance, so the buffering directly translates to denser patterns and more reliable long-range performance.








Reviews
There are no reviews yet.