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Federal developed this load specifically in collaboration with Rob Roberts and his team at Rob Roberts Custom Gunworks. The result is a waterfowl shell designed to work best when fired through Raptor Series choke tubes, which have internal geometry tuned to optimize pellet distribution from this particular load.
The 1 3/8 ounce payload is on the heavier side for a 3-inch magnum load in this gauge. Federal pushes it downrange at 1400 feet per second, a speed that was chosen to balance pellet energy with pattern density rather than just chasing velocity numbers. The #4 steel shot works well for ducks at typical hunting ranges while maintaining enough energy to be effective on larger birds when the pattern is tight.
The whole point of this load is pattern efficiency. Federal engineers and Rob Roberts spent time dialing in velocities and payloads so pellets cluster effectively through the Raptor choke design. This isn't a load intended as a compromise for other chokes, though modern shotguns with different tubes will still function reliably. The magic happens when you match it with chokes designed for this shell.
Federal handles the primer and propellant combination to minimize residue buildup, which matters when you're running dozens of shells through a barrel during a hunt. The high-performance primers are built to fire reliably in damp conditions that come with early season waterfowl hunting. You get 25 rounds per box, which gives you enough for a solid day at the marsh without breaking into multiple boxes.
Yes, these shells will function in any modern 12 gauge shotgun chambered for 3-inch shells. However, they were specifically engineered to deliver optimal patterns through Rob Roberts Raptor Series choke tubes. You'll get reliable performance with standard chokes, but the tight, efficient patterns Federal designed these for really come through with matching Raptor chokes.
The heavier payload puts more pellets on target at distance, which translates to denser patterns and more consistent energy delivery on birds. Federal paired this weight with 1400 fps velocity to hit the sweet spot between pattern efficiency and knockdown power rather than just running the fastest possible speed.
The #4 steel shot is well-suited for ducks at normal hunting ranges. Geese can be taken with #4, though many hunters prefer larger shot like #2 for geese at distance. Consider your typical shooting distances and what you're targeting most to decide if this is the right choice for your hunting situation.
This velocity was selected as an optimal balance rather than being the fastest available. Federal's thinking is that the right speed for a given payload produces better patterns and more consistent energy on target than just maximizing velocity. Many quality waterfowl loads run in this general speed range.
| UPC | 604544709254 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | RRS1384 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | #4 |
| Length | 3" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel Shot |
| Shipping Weight | 2.95 |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Shot Weight | 1 3/8 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 1.00 |
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