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Federal reefined sub-gauge waterfowl hunting when they developed Black Cloud, and the 28-gauge version keeps that tradition alive. Built specifically for hunters who value a lighter gun and softer recoil without sacrificing performance, these shells deliver what sub-gauge waterfowlers actually need: dense, predictable patterns and the energy to get the job done inside 35 yards.
The real differentiator here is the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad design. Rear-deploying petals and side-mounted vents keep the payload together longer as it travels downrange, meaning the shot pellets separate at exactly the right moment for tight, consistent patterns. This wad tech works equally well through ported or standard waterfowl chokes, so you're not locked into one setup. At 1400 fps, the muzzle velocity pushes energy far enough to be effective without pushing the boundaries of what a 3/4 ounce payload can deliver.
Federal engineered the pellet mix here with waterfowl in mind. You get 40 percent FLITESTOPPER steel pellets mixed with 60 percent premium steel, creating larger wound channels while maintaining pattern density. The #4 shot size works well for ducks at typical decoy ranges and holds up better than smaller shot sizes when you need reliable penetration. The high-performance primer ignites cleanly and consistently, while the temperature-stable powder keeps performance constant whether you're hunting early season or late season.
Black Cloud shells have a black nickel plated head that resists corrosion, and the sealed crimp keeps moisture out even during extended time in the marsh. You get 25 rounds per box, so you have plenty for a season of practice patterning and field hunting without needing to buy in massive quantity.
Yes, the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad is designed to deliver consistent patterns through both ported and standard waterfowl chokes. The rear-deploying design keeps the shot payload together longer than conventional wads, so you'll see tighter, more predictable patterns at typical waterfowl distances. Your best results come from patterning them first to see where they shoot in your specific gun and choke combination.
The 28 gauge works well for waterfowl within about 35 yards, which covers most decoy hunting situations where birds are coming to the spread. The #4 steel shot and densely patterned loads from Black Cloud give you enough energy and penetration for ducks and small geese at those ranges. Success depends on good marksmanship, proper choke selection, and keeping your shots within reasonable distance.
The wad's rear-deploying petals and side-mounted vents release the shot pellets at the ideal moment for dense patterns. The pellets stay grouped together longer downrange compared to conventional wads, which means you get tighter, more reliable patterns. This gives you better lethal coverage at varying distances and works through different choke types without requiring special tuning.
Yes, Federal makes these shells with boxer primers and high-quality brass hulls, so they are reloadable. If you reload, always use published load data for steel shot and follow safe reloading practices since steel shot requires different powders and wad considerations than lead shot.
| UPC | 604544687163 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PWBX2854 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 28 Gauge |
| Length | 3" |
| Product Type | Federal Premium |
| Shipping Weight | 1.785 |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 1.48 |
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