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Federal Upland Steel brings proven performance to non-lead hunting. These 12-gauge loads pack 1 ounce of #7.5 steel shot moving at 1400 fps, giving you the velocity needed to maintain energy downrange while producing the dense patterns that fast, high-flying birds demand.
Small upland birds like doves and quail need shot that groups tightly and arrives with enough impact to count. The #7.5 pellet size keeps pattern density high while staying within acceptable ranges for most upland scenarios under 40 yards. Steel's hardness means the pellets stay round through the barrel and into the pattern, unlike deformed lead that can scatter unpredictably.
These shells are built for high-volume hunting days. The one-piece wad resists the stress that steel's hardness creates, and the primers and powders deliver load-to-load consistency so you can trust your second and twentieth shot the same way you trust your first. Pack a case and plan to use it.
If you're hunting in areas that require non-toxic shot, Upland Steel lets you stop compromising on performance. The velocity and pellet count make these genuinely effective rather than settling for something barely adequate. You get to hunt normally, just in a different material.
These work in any modern 12-gauge shotgun chambered for 2-3/4" shells. Steel shot requires a barrel rated for steel (most modern shotguns are), so check your manual or contact the manufacturer if you're uncertain. Older or vintage shotguns should not use steel shot.
Effective range depends on your shotgun's choke and your shooting skill, but plan for shots within 40 yards for best results. Steel loses energy faster than lead, so keep your shots closer than you would with lead ammunition. Proper choke selection and shot placement matter more with steel.
The hulls are reloadable, but steel shot requires specific components and loads designed for steel. Don't mix steel-specific data with lead data, and never use lead shot reloading techniques with steel. Use steel components and verified steel shot data if you reload.
The #7.5 pellet keeps pattern density high on small birds like doves, which is important for consistent kills at typical hunting ranges. It also allows for more pellets per ounce compared to larger shot sizes, creating denser patterns that are especially useful on fast-moving targets.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 0.64 |
| Grains | #7.5 |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | USH12275 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Steel Shot |
| Shipping Weight | 2.2 |
| Shot Size | #7.5 |
| Shot Weight | 1 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 604544672497 |
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