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The Federal Premium Vital-Shok P15800 loads 15 copper-plated 00 buckshot pellets into a 3-inch magnum shell, delivering a full 1 7/8 ounce payload that separates itself from standard 2 3/4-inch loads. The extra pellet count gives you more opportunities to score solid hits when it matters, especially compared to typical 3-inch magnums that max out around 12 pellets.
The copper plating on these pellets isn't just window dressing. During the firing sequence, standard lead pellets deform under extreme pressure, losing their spherical shape and scattering erratically downrange. Copper-plated pellets maintain their uniform shape, which translates directly to denser, more predictable shot patterns at distance. For hunters, that means more pellets connecting where you aim them, and tighter groups that increase your odds on game.
Federal's patented spiral stacking process works with the plastic shot cup and buffering material to keep the pellets organized from ignition through the barrel. The result is a shell that patterns reliably, shot after shot. These aren't stripped-down bargain rounds, either. Federal Premium loads use quality primers and consistent powders engineered to deliver the same ballistics every time you pull the trigger.
This 3-inch load runs 1100 feet per second, which is conservative enough to manage recoil while still delivering the downrange energy you need for clean, ethical kills on whitetail, hogs, and other medium game. The compact 5-round box makes it easy to carry in the field or keep on hand for when season opens.
The 15-pellet load is on the high end for a 3-inch magnum. Many factory 3-inch shells top out at 10 to 12 pellets, so this gives you more projectiles downrange to increase your hit probability. That extra firepower is especially valuable at medium distances where pattern density matters for clean, ethical harvests on game.
Copper plating keeps pellets from deforming under the extreme pressures of firing and traveling through the shotgun's choke. Round, uniform pellets fly straighter and group tighter than deformed ones, which means your pattern stays concentrated at distance instead of spreading erratically. This directly translates to better accuracy and more consistent, lethal results.
This Vital-Shok load is designed for hunting medium-sized game like whitetail deer, feral hogs, and similar-sized game in the 50 to 300-pound range. The 15-pellet payload and copper-plated construction provide reliable penetration and stopping power at typical hunting distances. Always check your local hunting regulations to confirm buckshot is legal for your intended game.
Yes, these cartridges feature plastic hulls, boxer primers, and are non-corrosive, making them reloadable for shooters who reload their own ammunition. This can help reduce your long-term shooting costs if you reload regularly.
| UPC | 029465001216 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P15800 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | 00 Buck |
| Length | 3" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Buckshot |
| Shipping Weight | 0.7875 |
| Shot Size | #00 Buck |
| Units per Box | 5 |
| Cost per Round | 2.80 |
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