Description
Teal season moves fast, and so do these shells. Fiocchi engineered the Flyway Speed sTEAL line to match the pace of early season hunting when birds work tight over decoys and everything happens in a heartbeat. The 1415 fps velocity hits that perfect sweet spot – fast enough to maintain pattern density and energy at typical teal distances, but manageable on your shoulder when you're shooting box after box.
What Makes Flyway Speed sTEAL Different
These loads combine treated steel shot with protective wads and matched powders to deliver the pattern density that matters when birds are zigging and zagging. The plated steel shot provides better corrosion resistance and helps maintain consistency across the load, while the wad design protects your barrel from the hardness of steel. It's the kind of thoughtful engineering you notice when you're patterning these through your gun.
Why #4 Shot for Early Season
Number 4 steel is the go-to choice for early teal because it gives you more pellets in a tight pattern than larger shot sizes. That extra density forgives a slightly off-center shot on small, quick-moving ducks. At 25-30 yards (typical early season range), the pellet count matters more than individual pellet energy, and the 1-1/8 ounce load delivers exactly what you need. Many experienced teal hunters actually prefer 4s for early season decoying because they kill cleaner on smaller birds.
Designed for Your Gun and Your Season
The 2 3/4 inch shell length means these work in any standard 12 gauge. Whether you're shooting an older gun or a modern autoloader, these shells feed reliably and pattern consistently. The standard plastic hull won't give you any surprises, and the protective construction keeps your barrel in good shape through a full early season hunt.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 inches
- Shot Size: #4
- Shot Material: Plated Steel
- Shot Weight: 1 1/8 oz
- Muzzle Velocity: 1415 fps
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Manufacturer: Fiocchi
- Manufacturer Part Number: 12FST4
- UPC: 762344713151
What’s Included
- 25 rounds of Fiocchi Flyway Speed sTEAL 12 gauge ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these shells good for hunting teal?
These are specifically designed for early teal season. The #4 shot size delivers more pellets per shot than larger sizes, creating the dense patterns you need for smaller, quick-moving birds at typical close-range teal distances. The 1415 fps velocity is optimized for pattern density rather than extreme range, making it ideal when birds are working your decoys.
What's the effective range on these shells?
Number 4 steel is most effective inside 40 yards, with the sweetest performance from 20-35 yards where most teal are taken over decoys. Beyond that, larger shot sizes like #2 or #3 are better choices because they retain more energy at extended range. Pattern these through your gun at your typical shooting distance to see exactly what you're working with.
Will these work in any 12 gauge shotgun?
Yes. The 2 3/4 inch shell length is the standard that works in any 12 gauge shotgun. They'll feed reliably in pumps, semi-autos, and over-unders. The plated steel shot and protective wads are also barrel-safe, though it's always worth checking that your shotgun is rated for steel shot.
How do these compare to other Fiocchi steel loads?
Flyway Speed sTEAL is tuned specifically for the early teal season with its moderate 1415 fps velocity and #4 shot. If you hunt later in the season when larger ducks show up or you're taking longer shots, you'd want to move to a larger shot size like #2 or #3 for more energy at range. The Speed sTEAL does one job really well – tight, dense patterns on teal-sized birds.





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