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Federal didn't treat buckshot as an afterthought when they engineered the Vital-Shok line. These shells get the same precision loading and attention to detail as their other premium ammo.
The standout feature is Federal's patented spiral stacking process combined with a plastic shot cup and buffering system. This method keeps pellets uniform and prevents deformation, which translates to denser, tighter downrange patterns. Each shell carries 18 pellets of copper-plated #2 buckshot in a 1-1/4 ounce payload, delivering that payload at 1100 feet per second from a 3-inch shell.
Copper plating serves a purpose here. It protects each pellet from deformation as it travels down the barrel and through the air, meaning you get more uniform patterns and better penetration on target. The buffering system reinforces this by keeping pellets positioned consistently within the load.
This is a magnum-class 20-gauge load designed for medium to large game at hunting distances. The combination of 18 larger pellets in a full ounce-plus payload gives you the hitting power you need for deer-sized game. Recoil remains reasonable compared to 12-gauge equivalents, making follow-up shots manageable while still delivering serious ballistic performance. Five rounds per box makes these convenient for field carry or seasonal hunting trips.
Both deliver 18 pellets of #2 buckshot at 1100 fps in a 3-inch shell, but Vital-Shok uses Federal's patented spiral stacking process with buffering for slightly denser patterns, while Power-Shok uses the Triple Plus wad system. The choice comes down to pattern preference and availability. Many shooters find the difference negligible in the field.
The Vital-Shok 20 gauge magnum load works for both applications. It delivers excellent stopping power on medium to large game like deer, and the 3-inch payload makes it capable at defensive ranges, though recoil can be noticeable in lighter shotguns. This is fundamentally a hunting load that can serve defensively, not the reverse.
A 20 gauge magnum load is considerably lighter on recoil while still delivering solid performance at typical engagement distances. You get fewer pellets than most 12 gauge loads, but #2 buckshot pellets are larger, and the 1100 fps velocity keeps energy respectable downrange. The 20 gauge is a practical choice if recoil is a concern.
Yes, as long as your shotgun is chambered for 3-inch shells. Check your barrel marking or manual to confirm it says 3 inch. Loading 3-inch rounds into a 2-3/4-inch-only shotgun will cause feeding problems.
| UPC | 029465017958 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P2582B |
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Grains | 2 Buck |
| Length | 3" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Buckshot |
| Shipping Weight | 0.5313 |
| Shot Size | #2 Buck |
| Shot Weight | 1 1/4 oz |
| Units per Box | 5 |
| Cost per Round | 3.00 |
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