Federal Prairie Storm FS #4 12ga 2.75in 1-1/4oz Lead Shot

Description

Federal Prairie Storm FS Lead shells are built around a straightforward philosophy: give you the tools to take birds cleanly across varying distances without fumbling with different chokes or loads. These 2.75" 12-gauge shells pack 1 1/4 ounces of #4 lead shot at 1500 fps, which means they carry enough velocity to reach out when you need it, but the payload mix keeps things practical at closer ranges too.

What Makes Prairie Storm FS Different

The real difference shows up in the payload itself. Each shell contains 70% standard copper-plated lead pellets and 30% FLITESTOPPER lead, which are those distinctive shaped pellets that create larger wound channels. This combination produces even edge-to-edge patterns rather than thin, open circles that miss birds. The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad sits at the heart of the system, with its rear-opening design that deploys wings to separate the payload at just the right moment downrange. Unlike conventional wads, this keeps shot together longer for denser patterns at distance while still opening up naturally for closer flushes.

Built on Federal's Quality Foundation

Federal doesn't cut corners with the basics. Every Prairie Storm shell starts with inspected primers that go through more frequent checks than standard ammunition to ensure reliable ignition. The propellants are specially formulated clean-burning powders that reduce residue and maintain consistent performance across temperature changes. You also get buffered shot inside these shells, which protects pellets from deforming as they accelerate down your barrel, leading to rounder pellets and better patterns through your chokes.

Performance Across Real Upland Hunting

These shells are designed to work through whatever upland choke is already in your gun. Whether you run improved cylinder, modified, or full chokes, the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad delivers consistent performance without the tight patterns that make close-range work difficult. The 1500 fps velocity holds energy well out to 40+ yards while maintaining the spread characteristics you need when birds flush nearby. Real-world patterning shows approximately 75% of the shot landing in a 30-inch circle at 40 yards with a modified choke, giving you confidence at both typical and longer upland distances.