Description
Federal Buckshot 20ga P2563B shotshells are Federal Premium Premium Buckshot loads. Each 2-3/4 inch 20 gauge shell carries 20 pellets of number 3 buckshot at a published muzzle velocity of about 1175 feet per second. Each box holds 5 rounds.
Copper-Plated, Buffered Buckshot
Federal Premium Buckshot uses copper-plated pellets to produce tight patterns and strong downrange energy. Plating helps the pellets resist deformation when the shell fires.
Federal buffers the payload, which prevents pellet deformation and helps deliver dense, uniform patterns. That combination puts more hits on target for deer, hogs and predators.
Federal Buckshot 20ga P2563B Specifications
These figures follow Federal’s published data for item P256 3B. Federal’s product page lists UPC 029465017941, which matches this listing.
- Brand: Federal
- Product line: Premium Buckshot
- Manufacturer item number: P256 3B
- Gauge: 20 gauge
- Shell length: 2-3/4 inch
- Shot size: number 3 buck
- Pellet count: 20
- Shot type: Copper Plated Lead
- Muzzle velocity: about 1175 fps
- Rounds per box: 5
Buckshot Tips
Use Federal Buckshot 20ga P2563B shells only in shotguns chambered for 2-3/4 inch 20 gauge shells or longer.
Pattern buckshot at the distance you expect to shoot, and keep shots inside the range where most pellets stay on a vital-sized target.
Know what is beyond your target, since buckshot pellets can travel a long way.
Check your state regulations, since some areas restrict buckshot for deer hunting.
Federal Buckshot 20ga P2563B ammo is a dependable choice for hunters after deer, hogs and predators at close range.
Why pattern testing matters
Every shotgun and choke combination patterns buckshot a little differently. Shoot a few rounds at a large paper target at 15, 25 and 35 yards and count the hits. This shows you how far you can trust the load in your gun.
Choosing a choke for buckshot
Many shooters find that modified or improved cylinder chokes pattern buckshot well. Very tight turkey chokes can sometimes open buckshot patterns instead of tightening them, so test before you hunt.
Storage and care
Store Federal Buckshot 20ga P2563B shells in a cool, dry place in their original box. Clean your shotgun after each outing, especially after hunting in rain or snow, so it is ready the next time you need it.
Choosing a buckshot size
Larger pellets such as 000 and 00 buck carry more energy per pellet, while smaller sizes such as 3 and 4 buck put more pellets into the pattern. Match the size to the animal and the distance, and confirm what your state allows for the game you are hunting.
Reading the box
The box lists the gauge, shell length, payload, shot size and muzzle velocity. Always match the gauge and shell length to your shotgun’s chamber, which is usually stamped on the barrel. Never fire a shell that is longer than the chamber.
About the Premium Buckshot line
Federal Buckshot 20ga P2563B is part of Federal’s Premium Buckshot family, which covers several shot sizes and payloads so you can match the load to your gun and the job at hand. Federal publishes the specifications for each load, so you can compare options before you buy.
Buying the right amount
When you find a load that performs well in your shotgun, buy enough for practice and the full season at the same time. Shells from the same lot tend to perform the same, which keeps your results consistent from the first shot to the last.
Read more on Federal’s Premium Buckshot 20 gauge page, or pair it with the Shooters Choice 20 gauge cleaning kit.
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