Description
Federal Premium High Over All .410 bore shells set the standard for small-gauge clay shooting. Built with competition in mind, these 2 1/2-inch shells load 1/2 ounce of #8 shot that exits at 1200 feet per second. The hard, high-antimony lead pellets resist deformation and maintain their shape on impact, which means tighter patterns and more effective hits at the ranges where .410 shooting matters most.
What Makes HOA .410 Shells Stand Out
The secret to these shells' performance comes down to smart engineering. Federal's exclusive one-piece Podium wad cushions the shot column during the initial firing impulse, then separates cleanly to deliver uniform patterns downrange. The tapered, single-piece plastic hull is built for reloaders, accepting a wider selection of wads than standard straight-walled designs and delivering multiple reloads per hull. A solid brass head ensures durability and consistent feeding, round after round.
Built for the Challenges of .410 Shooting
The .410 demands precision from the shooter and consistency from the ammunition. These shells are engineered for shooters who understand that smaller bores require attention to detail. Whether you're working registered skeet at legal limits (1/2 ounce shot is the max) or pushing your skills on the trap field or clay course, HOA shells reward good technique with predictable results. The eight-segment crimp provides reliable cycling through your shotgun, while the combination of hard pellets and the Podium wad technology keeps shot density where it needs to be for breaking clays at moderate distances.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .410 Bore
- Shell Length: 2-1/2 inches
- Shot Size: #8
- Shot Weight: 1/2 ounce
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 feet per second
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Shot Material: High-antimony lead
- Wad Type: Podium wad (one-piece)
- Hull Type: Tapered, single-piece plastic
- Primer: Federal 209A
- Primer Head: Solid brass
- Crimp: Eight-segment
- Reloadable: Yes
- Manufacturer: Federal Ammunition
- Manufacturer Part Number: HOA4108
- UPC: 604544683974
What’s Included
- 25 .410 bore shotgun shells
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Federal HOA .410 shells good for registered skeet competition?
Yes. These shells meet the NSSA regulations for registered .410 skeet events, which limit you to 1/2 ounce of shot. The #8 pellets create good density for the shorter-range work required in skeet shooting. You'll need to shoot smoothly and quickly since smaller pellets drop faster than larger shot, but these shells provide the consistency you need.
How well do HOA .410 shells reload?
Exceptionally well. The tapered hull and solid brass head are designed with reloaders in mind. The one-piece Podium wad is engineered to cut during the loading process and work with a wider selection of wads than many competitors. Most users report getting multiple reloads from each hull before needing to retire it.
What's the practical shooting range for #8 shot in a .410?
You'll get reliable breaks on clay targets out to about 30 yards with good aim and a properly choked barrel. The .410 demands accuracy and attention to lead, so focus on target fundamentals. At longer ranges, shot density drops quickly due to the small payload, making hits much harder to achieve.
How do these compare to other .410 target loads?
Federal HOA shells use hard, high-antimony pellets that resist deformation better than softer shot, which promotes more consistent patterns. The exclusive Podium wad design and reloadable hull construction give you flexibility that many competitive loads don't offer. These are built for serious shooters who understand the .410's limitations and want maximum performance from the platform.




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