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For duck and goose hunting, pattern density matters as much as pellet count. Federal Premium Black Cloud shells tackle this with a purpose-built design that combines two types of steel into one efficient load. You get a 40-60 split of FLITESTOPPER and Premium steel pellets, creating both a tight center pattern and the cutting edges needed for clean, lethal hits on waterfowl.
The star of these shells is Federal's FliteControl Flex wad, which uses rear-deploying fins and side vents to hold the payload together longer before releasing it at the ideal distance from the muzzle. This works through both ported and standard waterfowl chokes without requiring special equipment or compromises. The wad travels about two-thirds the distance to your target before separating, which means you get that dense core where it counts while avoiding the pattern collapse that happens with some other steel loads.
Each shell carries 1 ounce of mixed steel shot, loaded to 1350 feet per second. The FLITESTOPPER pellets have a cutting band designed to create larger wound channels, while the round Premium steel handles the bulk of your pattern spread. This combination has built Black Cloud's reputation among waterfowlers who want consistent performance without paying for premium alternatives like tungsten loads. The sealed crimp keeps moisture out during hours in the blind, and the black nickel head fights corrosion in wet conditions.
The 20 gauge version steps down shot size appropriately for smaller frame waterfowl like teal and some puddlers. Number 3 shot gives you better pellet count than larger sizes while still carrying the energy needed to reliably harvest at typical hunting ranges. Federal loaded these 25 per box to give you a solid day's worth of shells without overcommitting to a single load choice.
Yes. The FliteControl Flex wad was redesigned specifically to function through both ported and standard waterfowl chokes. The rear-deploying fins hold their position regardless of gas pressure, so you get consistent patterns whether your barrel is vented or not. This is one of the key improvements Federal made to the original Black Cloud line.
FLITESTOPPER pellets feature a cutting ring around the circumference that creates larger wound channels on impact, while Premium steel pellets are round for standard ballistic performance. By mixing both types, Black Cloud gives you the lethal cutting effect where it counts most while maintaining pattern density with the round pellets. This combination keeps the load affordable compared to all-premium alternatives.
Federal recommends keeping shots to around 40 yards with modern steel loads. This distance assumes you're using an appropriate choke (no tighter than Modified) and that you've patterned your specific gun with this load beforehand. Your actual effective range depends on your shotgun and choke combination, so time at the patterning board is always worth it.
Twenty gauge can take geese, but shot size and range matter. The number 3 shot in this load works best on smaller geese and lighter birds. For larger geese, many hunters step up to 12 gauge or larger shot sizes. Always know what you're hunting and pattern your gun to understand what your load is really doing at your intended shooting distance.
| UPC | 604544625318 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PWBX2093 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Length | 3" |
| Product Type | Black Cloud |
| Shipping Weight | 2.19 |
| Shot Size | 3 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 1.40 |
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