Description
Federal Premium High Over All shotshells represent purpose-built ammunition for the clay target shooter. These loads feature hard, high-antimony lead pellets that resist deformation when fired, maintaining pattern integrity downrange where it matters most. Each round delivers 1 ounce of #8.5 shot at 1290 feet per second with solid brass heads that extract cleanly from tight competition gun chambers.
The Podium Wad Advantage
The exclusive Podium wad sets these shells apart from standard competition loads. Its crush-zone design cushions the payload at ignition to minimize pellet deformation, equalizes pressures for better pattern efficiency, and reduces felt recoil during long shooting days. The result is the kind of consistent, dense patterns that break clays cleanly and reliably round after round.
Built for Reloaders
The tapered, one-piece hull and solid brass head open up serious reloading potential. These aren't designed for single use. The brass construction enables easier resizing compared to brass-plated steel, and the tapered hull accepts a wide selection of wads, giving reloaders options to customize loads. You'll consistently get more reloads per hull than standard shotshells. With the integral base wad, you're working with a platform that rewards attention to detail.
Eight-Segment Crimp
Every shell features an eight-segment crimp that ensures consistent performance and reliable feeding. The combination of tapered hull, brass head, and premium components makes High Over All the setup that top competitive clay shooters trust when championships are on the line.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2-3/4 inches
- Shot Payload: 1 ounce
- Shot Size: #8.5
- Muzzle Velocity: 1290 fps
- Pellet Count: 497 pellets per shell
- Shot Material: Hard high-antimony lead
- Wad Type: Podium one-piece wad
- Shell Head: Solid brass
- Hull Type: Tapered one-piece plastic
- Crimp Style: Eight-segment
- Rounds Per Box: 25
- Manufacturer Part Number: HOA12HC185
- UPC: 604544680263
What’s Included
- 25 Federal Premium High Over All shotshells (12 gauge 2-3/4 inches 1oz #8.5 shot)
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Federal High Over All shells reloadable?
Yes, these shells are specifically designed for reloading. The solid brass head and tapered one-piece plastic hull allow you to reload these shells multiple times, and they accommodate a wider selection of wads than standard competition loads. The integral base wad simplifies the reloading process.
What makes the Podium wad different from standard wads?
The Podium wad features an exclusive crush-zone design that cushions the shot payload at ignition, protecting pellets from deformation for more consistent patterns. This design also equalizes pressures inside the shell and reduces felt recoil, making High Over All shells noticeably softer shooting than many competing loads.
What's the pellet count in these #8.5 shells?
Each Federal High Over All 1 ounce #8.5 shell contains 497 pellets. The hard antimony composition means those pellets stay round through ignition and maintain their energy downrange, contributing to the tight, dense patterns these shells are known for.
Can I use High Over All shells for hunting?
These shells are engineered specifically for clay target shooting—trap, skeet, and sporting clays. While #8.5 shot is occasionally used for small game like dove or quail, High Over All shells are optimized for competition performance and pattern consistency rather than hunting applications.





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