Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load – Superb #8.5 Small Gauge Competition Shells, 25 Rounds

Description

Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load shells bring Federal’s flagship competition technology to the 28 gauge. Each 2 3/4 inch shell carries 3/4 ounce of hard, high antimony #8.5 lead, about 307 pellets, at roughly 1,250 feet per second. It is a smooth, light recoiling load for skeet and sporting clays shooters who love the challenge and feel of a 28 gauge. Each box holds 25 rounds.

• Small Gauge, Serious Performance
• Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load Specifications
• Field Notes and Small Gauge Tips

Small Gauge, Serious Performance

The 28 gauge has a devoted following among skeet and sporting clays shooters. It is light to carry, soft to shoot and surprisingly effective when loaded well. Federal’s High Over All line gives the small gauge the same attention it gives its premium 12 gauge competition loads.

#8.5 shot is a smart middle ground for the 28 gauge. It offers more pellet energy than #9 for slightly longer targets, while still providing a dense pattern from a 3/4 ounce payload. That makes it a great all around choice for sporting clays stations and longer skeet targets.

Hard, high antimony pellets resist deformation for tighter, more even patterns. A cushioning wad helps preserve round pellets at ignition and keeps recoil pleasant, while the solid brass head and reload friendly hull support competitors who reload their own shells.

Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published data for item HOA28 8.5, which matches the SportsSouth listing for UPC 604544683899.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: High Over All
• Manufacturer item number: HOA2885
• Gauge: 28 gauge
• Shell length: 2 3/4 inch
• Shot charge: 3/4 oz high antimony lead
• Shot size: #8.5 (about 307 pellets)
• Velocity: about 1,250 fps
• Hull: reloadable with solid brass head
• Rounds per box: 25

Field Notes and Small Gauge Tips

Use Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load shells for 28 gauge skeet events, sporting clays and five stand. Many small gauge competitors choose #8.5 for longer stations and #9 for close skeet targets.

A 3/4 ounce payload has fewer pellets than larger gauges, so choke selection and good technique matter. Pattern your gun to see how this load spreads through your skeet, improved cylinder and light modified chokes.

Keep 28 gauge shells separate from other gauges in your pouch and vehicle. Mixing gauges can lead to a dangerous barrel obstruction if a smaller shell lodges in a larger bore.

If you reload, save your hulls. High Over All hulls are designed for reloading and hold up well to repeated use.

If you shoot a 28 gauge for skeet or sporting clays and want Federal’s best competition load, Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load shells are a superb choice. Add a quality shell pouch to keep loads organized on the course.

Shooting a 28 gauge is also one of the best ways to sharpen your technique. Because the payload is lighter, precise gun mount and lead pictures pay off more noticeably than with a 12 gauge. Many shooters find their 12 gauge scores improve after a season of practice with a smaller gauge.

The light recoil of Federal High Over All 28ga Target Load shells also makes them ideal for longer practice sessions and for introducing newer shooters to clay sports, especially those who are sensitive to recoil.

Sporting clays courses often throw a mix of crossers, rabbits and incoming birds at varied distances. A versatile #8.5 load lets you stay with one shell for most stations, adjusting only your choke when needed. That simplicity helps you focus on reading each presentation instead of juggling ammunition.

Need denser patterns for close skeet targets? Compare Federal High Over All 28ga 9 Shot, or read Federal’s High Over All 28 gauge product page for full specs.