Description
Federal Ultra Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot shells are part of Federal Premium’s Ultra Steel line, built to stretch the effective range of steel shot. Each 20 gauge, 3 inch shell carries 1 oz of premium zinc plated steel #2 shot at about 1,400 feet per second, launched by the rear opening FLITECONTROL FLEX wad for extremely tight patterns. It gives 20 gauge waterfowlers a light recoiling load that still reaches out on ducks. Each box holds 25 rounds.
- Big Gun Performance From a 20 Gauge
- Federal Ultra Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot Specifications
- Field Notes and Waterfowl Tips
Big Gun Performance From a 20 Gauge
Many hunters prefer a 20 gauge in the duck blind for its lighter weight and softer recoil. The challenge has always been getting enough pattern density and reach from the smaller payload. Ultra Steel helps close that gap with a tight patterning wad and premium steel, so a 20 gauge can work effectively on ducks over decoys.
Ultra Steel pairs that payload with Federal’s FLITECONTROL FLEX wad. The wad opens from the rear, holding the shot column together a little longer after it leaves the muzzle. That produces tighter, more consistent patterns through a wide range of chokes, including ported and non ported designs, so more pellets reach the bird at longer distances.
Federal uses premium zinc plated steel that resists corrosion and flows smoothly through the bore. A reliable primer and clean burning propellant help semi-automatic shotguns cycle dependably in cold, wet conditions, which is when waterfowl hunting is often at its best.
Federal Ultra Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot Specifications
These figures follow Federal’s published Ultra Steel data for item PWUX209 2, which matches the SportsSouth listing for UPC 604544698886.
- Brand: Federal Premium
- Product line: Ultra Steel
- Manufacturer item number: PWUX209 2
- Gauge: 20 gauge
- Shell length: 3 inch
- Payload: 1 oz zinc plated steel
- Shot size: #2 steel
- Velocity: about 1,400 fps
- Wad: FLITECONTROL FLEX, rear opening
- Rounds per box: 25
- Non toxic: yes, steel shot
Field Notes and Waterfowl Tips
Use these shells for ducks over decoys, especially mallards, gadwall, wigeon and teal inside about 35 yards. They are a great fit for youth hunters, smaller framed shooters and anyone who enjoys a lighter shotgun in the marsh.
Steel patterns tighter than lead of the same size, and FLITECONTROL FLEX wads tighten patterns further. Many hunters use one step more open choke than they would with standard steel, such as improved cylinder over decoys. Pattern your shotgun at 30 and 40 yards to confirm your choice, and use only steel rated chokes.
Confirm your shotgun is chambered for 3 inch shells, plug it to three rounds for migratory birds, and follow federal and state regulations. Carry your federal duck stamp and state license on every hunt.
Keep shells dry in a waterproof bag or blind box, and wipe them down after wet hunts. Moisture can rust steel shot and affect feeding in semi-autos.
If you hunt ducks with a 20 gauge and want tight patterns from a 3 inch steel load, these Ultra Steel shells are a superb choice. Pair them with a good call and decoys to bring birds into range.
Hunting ducks with a 20 gauge rewards good setups. Place decoys so birds land within 25 to 30 yards of the blind, and wait for them to commit before calling the shot. With Federal Ultra Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot shells, those close, well placed shots produce clean kills with less recoil than a 12 gauge magnum.
Make sure your 20 gauge is chambered for 3 inch shells and uses steel rated chokes. Never carry 20 gauge and 12 gauge shells together in the same bag, since a mix up can cause a dangerous barrel obstruction.
Comparing 20 gauge steel loads? See Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot, or read Federal’s Ultra Steel 20 gauge product page for full specs.
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