Federal 12 ga 1-1/8oz BB HV Black Cloud – Powerful 12 Gauge Waterfowl Loads, 1635 fps, 25 Rounds

Description

The Federal 12 ga 1-1/8oz BB HV Black Cloud load is built for hunters who want dependable patterns on ducks and geese. Federal loads 1 1/8 oz of BB FliteStopper steel shot to a rated 1635 feet per second in a 3 in 12 Gauge shell. Federal Black Cloud FS Steel loads combine standard steel pellets with FliteStopper steel, whose cutting ring creates larger wound channels on ducks and geese. The FliteControl wad uses rear-deploying brakes to separate cleanly from the payload, keeping patterns dense and consistent at typical waterfowl ranges.

Why Choose the Federal 12 ga 1-1/8oz BB HV Black Cloud

• 1 1/8 oz of BB FliteStopper steel shot
• Rated 1635 fps muzzle velocity
• 3 in 12 Gauge hull
• FliteControl wad with rear-deploying brakes
• 25 rounds per box, item PWBXH143BB

Built for Waterfowl

• Blend of FliteStopper and standard steel shot
• FliteControl wad for tight, consistent patterns
• Non-toxic and legal for waterfowl hunting
• Works with standard and ported choke tubes

Patterning your shotgun with a new load is the best way to know how it performs. Shoot a few rounds at a large sheet of paper at 25 to 35 yards with the choke you plan to hunt with, and check that the densest part of the pattern lines up with your point of aim. Trying a tighter or more open choke can make a real difference on fast, close birds.

Store shotshells in a cool, dry place in their original box, and keep loads with different shot sizes separated so you always grab the right shell in the field. Buying enough from the same lot for the whole season keeps velocity and pattern consistent from one hunt to the next, so your practice carries over to the field.

Waterfowl hunters have been required to use non-toxic shot in the United States since 1991, and steel has become the most common choice because it is affordable and widely available. Because steel is lighter than lead, hunters often choose a shot size one or two steps larger than they would with lead and rely on high velocity to maintain pellet energy at decoying distances.

Specifications

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product Line: Black Cloud High Velocity
• Gauge: 12 Gauge
• Shell Length: 3 in
• Shot Charge: 1 1/8 oz
• Shot Size: BB
• Shot Type: FliteStopper steel
• Muzzle Velocity: 1635 fps
• Quantity: 25 rounds
• Item Number: PWBXH143BB
• UPC: 604544623383

Why Choose Federal 12 Gauge Shotshells

Geese and late-season ducks often flare at the edge of range, and a faster load shortens the lead and delivers more pellet energy at distance. This Black Cloud High Velocity load drives 1 1/8 ounces of BB steel at 1635 fps from a 3 inch 12 gauge hull.

The FliteControl wad keeps the payload together for dense patterns, and the FliteStopper pellets cut a larger wound channel than round steel for cleaner kills.

Federal Premium has made ammunition in Anoka, Minnesota since 1922 and is one of the leading names in waterfowl ammunition. Its Black Cloud line set a new standard for steel shot performance, and federal 12 ga ammo from this line is chosen by duck and goose hunters who want dense patterns and hard-hitting pellets.

Black Cloud High Velocity 12 gauge BB loads suit goose hunters and pass shooters who want maximum speed and pellet energy from a standard 3 inch 12 gauge. Always confirm your shotgun is chambered for 3 in 12 Gauge shells, wear eye and ear protection, and follow all federal, state and local hunting laws.

Browse more ammunition at Mag 5 Firearms, or visit Federal Premium for more about their full line of loads.

Choosing 12 Ga Goose Loads

When comparing 12 ga goose loads, waterfowlers look for heavy pellets, dense patterns and reliable cycling in cold, wet conditions. The 12 ga black cloud line combines FliteStopper steel with the FliteControl wad to deliver hard-hitting, consistent patterns on ducks and geese.