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Federal Speed-Shok 3-inch shells are built for waterfowl hunters who want faster reloads and cleaner shooting. The redesigned Speed-Shok line uses a Catalyst lead-free primer and optimized powder charge to cut barrel fouling significantly, so you spend more time hunting and less time cleaning your shotgun. At 1450 fps with a 1-1/4 ounce payload of #2 steel, these shells deliver the velocity and pellet count that work well for ducks and geese at moderate to longer ranges.
The Catalyst primer technology provides uniform, complete combustion that minimizes shot-to-shot velocity variation. This consistency means tighter patterns and more predictable performance on birds that matter. The fast-burning powder formula leaves drastically less residue in your barrel and action compared to conventional waterfowl loads, making field maintenance easier and extending the life of your shotgun.
#2 steel shot delivers a good balance of penetration and pellet count for effective waterfowl shooting. With 156 pellets per round, this load patterns effectively out to extended distances while maintaining knockdown power. The steel pellets are manufactured to be extremely round, which promotes flight consistency and tighter shot patterns. These shells work particularly well for hunters targeting ducks and geese at medium-to-long range.
Each box contains 25 rounds in practical plastic hulls, sized for quick reloading during active shooting. The 3-inch shell length is a standard in the waterfowl hunting world, providing ample shot charge without requiring a magnum-length chamber on your shotgun.
#2 steel shot is effective for waterfowl hunting out to approximately 40 yards. The larger pellets retain good energy at distance compared to smaller shot sizes, making this load a solid choice for ducks and geese at medium to longer ranges. Always verify your shotgun's choke and pattern to confirm point-of-impact at your intended shooting distance.
The Catalyst lead-free primer and fast-burning powder formula creates more complete and cleaner combustion. This dramatically reduces the residue deposits inside your barrel and action, meaning less cleanup between shooting sessions. The design helps keep your shotgun cleaner in the field and extends maintenance intervals.
#2 is versatile for both, though it's particularly popular with goose hunters due to its pellet count and pattern density. The larger pellets carry good knockdown power at extended distances. For ducks specifically, some hunters prefer #3 or #4 for tighter patterns at closer ranges, but #2 works well across a range of waterfowl hunting scenarios, especially when birds are beyond 35 yards.
Federal Speed-Shok shells come in plastic hulls that are boxer-primed and can be reloaded if you have the equipment and knowledge to do so. Always inspect hulls for damage before reloading, and follow proper reloading procedures and safety practices.
| UPC | 604544627695 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WF1422 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | #2 |
| Length | 3 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel |
| Shipping Weight | 2.735 |
| Shot Size | #2 |
| Shot Weight | 1 1/4 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 0.96 |
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