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Federal Premium Personal Defense loads were engineered specifically for home defense scenarios where tight patterns and controlled recoil matter most. Each round contains nine copper-plated 00 buckshot pellets traveling at 1145 feet per second, balancing terminal performance with shootability in critical moments.
The real difference between this round and standard buckshot is the FLITECONTROL wad design. This rear-braking wad keeps the shot column together longer downrange compared to conventional designs, tightening your pattern significantly. The pellets tend to stay grouped until roughly 10 feet after leaving the barrel, which means better accuracy at typical home defense distances and less chance of missing when seconds count. Federal invested considerable time testing these loads in various barrel configurations to ensure reliable patterns across different shotgun models.
The reduced-recoil construction makes a tangible difference, especially for follow-up shots. This isn't a magnum load; it's optimized for control and consistency rather than maximum velocity. The copper plating on the pellets helps with consistent patterning and smooth extraction, a detail that matters when you're relying on your shotgun for protection.
These rounds have earned respect from users across different shotgun platforms. The combination of nine pellets with controlled spread gives you both stopping power and confidence in your aim. Federal conducted extensive testing in ballistic gelatin and wallboard to ensure penetration profiles appropriate for residential defense. Users report tight groupings and reliable cycling through various semi-automatic and pump shotgun models.
The 2.75 inch hull paired with the managed recoil load makes this accessible for different shooter sizes and recoil sensitivities. Whether you're running a tactical shotgun or a home defense model from any major manufacturer, this round was designed to pattern predictably after you've tested it in your specific firearm.
The FLITECONTROL wad is a rear-braking design that keeps the shot pellets grouped together longer as they travel downrange. While standard wads separate quickly from the shot, the FLITECONTROL stays with the payload until roughly 10 feet after it leaves the barrel, resulting in much tighter patterns at defensive distances. This means more predictable accuracy without requiring barrel modifications or choke tube changes.
The reduced recoil construction at 1145 feet per second makes the round more controllable for faster follow-up shots while still delivering the stopping power of nine 00 buckshot pellets. This isn't achieved by reducing pellet mass but rather through optimized powder charges. Users report the manageable recoil makes training and defensive practice less taxing without sacrificing pattern consistency.
The FLITECONTROL wad system works best in cylinder bore shotgun barrels. Highly choked barrels may not pattern this ammunition as effectively since the wad design relies on less barrel restriction. It's worth running a few test rounds at various distances before relying on any defensive load, as every shotgun barrel patterns differently. Federal tested this extensively across common defense shotgun models to ensure reliable results.
Yes, these rounds cycle reliably through both pump and semi-automatic shotguns. The brass heads and reduced recoil characteristics make for smooth extraction and functioning through various modern shotgun platforms. Many users report reliable performance through popular models like the Mossberg 500, Remington 870, and other tactical shotgun variants.
| UPC | 029465027391 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PD13200 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | 00 Buck |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Buckshot |
| Shipping Weight | 0.55 |
| Shot Size | #00 Buck |
| Units per Box | 5 |
| Cost per Round | 2.60 |
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