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Speed counts when waterfowl are working your decoys, and the Federal Speed-Shok line has been built from the ground up to deliver reliability where it matters most. These 3-inch 12-gauge rounds carry 1 1/8 ounce of #2 steel shot engineered to fly true and retain energy all the way to your target.
The redesigned Speed-Shok formula centers on cleanliness without sacrificing performance. A faster-burning powder reduces residue buildup in your barrel and action, which means less time cleaning between hunts and more time preparing for the next morning. The high-performance primer ignites consistently even in cold, wet conditions that often catch other loads off guard. You get reliable ballistics when conditions are anything but ideal.
With #2 shot, this load hits the sweet spot for medium to long-range waterfowl hunting. The pellet size delivers knockdown power on larger ducks and geese while maintaining tight patterns that put your shot where it counts. At 1550 feet per second, the velocity compensates for steel's lower density compared to traditional shot, extending your effective range. The high-density plastic wad features a gas-sealing flange that improves efficiency and consistency from shot to shot.
Federal engineered these shells to handle the punishment of a real waterfowl season. High-output primers ensure consistent ignition through multiple trips to the blind, and the quality construction means fewer misfeeds or broken cases. These shells come packaged 25 per box for convenient transport and storage.
#2 shot is versatile for most waterfowl hunting situations. It delivers effective patterns on medium to large ducks like mallards and pintails, plus geese at medium to long ranges. Guides typically recommend #2 or #3 for most duck hunts because the pellet size carries energy well while the quantity still keeps your pattern reasonably dense.
The faster-burning powder in Speed-Shok significantly reduces residue buildup in your barrel and action. During a long duck season, this means less fouling between hunts, faster cleaning when you do get home, and fewer malfunctions from carbon buildup. Cold-weather waterfowl hunting puts real stress on firearms, and cleaner-burning ammunition helps keep things running when temperatures drop.
Speed-Shok has a solid reputation for consistent, tight patterns. The uniform steel pellets hold their round shape better than deformed lead shot, which helps them fly true downrange. The wad design with a gas-sealing flange improves efficiency and pattern consistency. Like any ammunition, patterning your specific shotgun and choke combination at 30 and 40 yards gives you the best picture of performance.
Yes. Speed-Shok sits in the middle ground between budget steel loads and premium waterfowl ammunition. You get quality components, clean-burning powder, and reliable performance at a price point that makes running a full season practical. Many serious waterfowlers rely on it specifically because the balance of affordability and performance allows them to shoot enough to get comfortable with their load.
| UPC | 029465023881 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WF143 2 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | #2 |
| Length | 3" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel Shot |
| Shipping Weight | 2.643 |
| Shot Size | 2 |
| Shot Weight | 1 1/8 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 0.92 |
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