Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot – Powerful Rob Roberts 20 Gauge Duck Loads, 25 Rounds

Description

Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot shells bring Federal and Rob Roberts’ pattern focused design to the 20 gauge. Each 3 inch shell carries 1 ounce of #2 steel, about 125 pellets, at roughly 1,400 feet per second. The load is tuned to work with Rob Roberts Raptor Series chokes for efficient, consistent patterns from a lighter gun. Each box holds 25 rounds.

• Getting More From a 20 Gauge Duck Gun
• Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot Specifications
• Field Notes and 20 Gauge Waterfowl Tips

Getting More From a 20 Gauge Duck Gun

A 20 gauge is lighter to carry and easier on the shoulder, but it holds less shot than a 12 gauge. That makes pattern efficiency important. Federal and Rob Roberts built this load to keep pellets together and put more of them on target, so a 20 gauge can perform well on ducks within sensible distances.

#2 steel gives each pellet enough energy for mallards and other big ducks while still providing a reasonable pellet count in a 1 ounce payload. The velocity was chosen to match that payload for the best balance of energy and pattern quality.

Reliable Federal primers and clean burning propellant help semi-automatic 20 gauge shotguns cycle smoothly in cold, wet conditions, so you can focus on the birds instead of your gun.

Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published data for item RRS209 2, which matches the SportsSouth listing for UPC 604544709698.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: Rob Roberts Raptor Steel
• Manufacturer item number: RRS2092
• Gauge: 20 gauge
• Shell length: 3 inch
• Payload: 1 oz steel
• Shot size: #2 (about 125 pellets)
• Velocity: about 1,400 fps
• Optimized for: Rob Roberts Raptor Series chokes
• Rounds per box: 25

Field Notes and 20 Gauge Waterfowl Tips

Use Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot shells for ducks over decoys, keeping shots inside about 35 yards for the best results from a 20 gauge. Mallards, gadwall, pintail and wigeon are all good matches for this load.

For best patterns, pair these shells with a Rob Roberts Raptor 20 gauge choke. If you use other chokes, make sure they are rated for steel and pattern your gun before the season.

Confirm your 20 gauge is chambered for 3 inch shells. Never mix 20 gauge and 12 gauge shells in the same blind bag, since a 20 gauge shell can lodge in a 12 gauge barrel.

Keep shells dry and wipe down your gun after each hunt to protect it from rust in wet conditions.

If you hunt ducks with a 20 gauge and want a pattern focused steel load, Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot shells are a powerful, proven choice. Pair them with a Raptor choke and realistic decoys for the best results.

Many waterfowlers carry a 20 gauge for early season teal, youth hunts or simply the pleasure of a lighter gun. With Federal Raptor Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot shells, that lighter gun becomes a capable duck gun when paired with good decoy placement and disciplined shot selection. Let birds commit fully, and you will be surprised how effective a well patterned 20 gauge can be.

Practice on clays with your 20 gauge before the season so your swing and timing are sharp when the first birds arrive.

Youth hunters often start waterfowling with a 20 gauge, and a well designed load helps build early success and confidence. Pair a young hunter with a mentor, keep shots close, and celebrate good gun handling as much as birds in hand.

Comparing 20 gauge steel loads? See Federal Ultra Steel 20ga 3in 2 Shot, or read Federal’s Rob Roberts Raptor Steel 20 gauge page for full specs.