Description
The Federal Premium Prairie Storm FS Lead gives you the kind of predictable patterning that makes upland hunting less about luck and more about execution. These 12 gauge 3-inch shells carry a 1-5/8 oz payload loaded at 1350 fps, built specifically for field work where shot placement matters.
What Makes the Prairie Storm FS Lead Stand Out
The real advantage here comes from the wad design. Federal's FLITECONTROL FLEX wad deploys from the rear and stays that way, which means you get even edge-to-edge patterns whether you're using a ported choke, a standard choke, or anything in between. That versatility cuts down on the trial-and-error that can waste time in the field.
Payload Design for Real-World Performance
Federal mixed the payload to be 70 percent standard copper-plated lead and 30 percent FLITESTOPPER lead. That split gives you more consistent ballistics downrange and helps maintain velocity so birds that should drop actually do. The number 5 shot size fits the bill for pheasants and other upland game where you want enough pellets in your pattern without losing effective range.
Built for Upland Chokes
These shells came together with upland shooting in mind. The combination of the wad design and payload mix delivers tight patterns that work through the chokes most bird hunters have sitting in their gun racks. You get brass bases, reliable ignition, and the kind of consistency that comes from Federal's long track record in shotshell design.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Size: #5
- Shot Weight: 1-5/8 oz
- Shot Type: FS Lead (Flitestopper Lead)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1350 fps
- Wad System: FLITECONTROL FLEX
- Payload Mix: 70% copper-plated lead, 30% FLITESTOPPER lead
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Manufacturer: Federal Ammunition
- Manufacturer Part Number: PFX129FS5
- UPC: 604544626483
What’s Included
- 25 rounds of Federal Premium Prairie Storm FS Lead shotgun shells
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these Prairie Storm shells work through my ported choke?
Yes. The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad design allows these to perform well through both ported and standard upland chokes without pattern degradation. That's one of the main advantages of the Flex design over older wad systems.
What birds are #5 shot best suited for?
Number 5 shot is ideal for pheasants at typical upland ranges, along with chukars and other medium-sized upland game. It's a solid balance between pattern density and effective pellet count for distance performance.
How do the FLITESTOPPER pellets in the payload work?
FLITESTOPPER pellets feature a cutting ring that helps create larger wound channels on impact. Mixing them with standard lead pellets gives you both good pattern density and increased lethal effect downrange.
Can I shoot these Prairie Storm shells in any 12 gauge shotgun?
These are 3-inch shells, so your shotgun must be rated for 3-inch ammunition. Check your barrel or owner's manual to confirm your gun's chamber length, and never force a shell into the chamber if it doesn't seat fully.





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