Federal Ultra Steel 12ga 3in BB Shot – Powerful Long Range Goose Loads, 25 Rounds

Description

Federal Ultra Steel 12ga 3in BB Shot shells are part of Federal Premium’s Ultra Steel line, built to stretch the effective range of steel shot. Each 12 gauge, 3 inch shell carries 1 1/4 oz of premium zinc plated steel BB shot at about 1,450 feet per second, launched by the rear opening FLITECONTROL FLEX wad for extremely tight patterns. Large BB pellets carry the energy needed for geese at longer distances. Each box holds 25 rounds.

• Single Size BB for Dedicated Goose Hunts
• Federal Ultra Steel 12ga 3in BB Shot Specifications
• Field Notes and Waterfowl Tips

Single Size BB for Dedicated Goose Hunts

BB steel is a go to size for goose hunters. Each pellet is large enough to carry serious energy and penetration at distance, which matters on big birds with heavy feathering. A single shot size also produces a very uniform pattern, without the variation that comes from mixing pellet sizes.

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 12ga 3in BB Shot Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published Ultra Steel data for item PWUX142BB, as shown in the SportsSouth listing for UPC 604544698855.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: Ultra Steel
• Manufacturer item number: PWUX142BB
• Gauge: 12 gauge
• Shell length: 3 inch
• Payload: 1 1/4 oz zinc plated steel
• Shot size: BB steel
• Velocity: about 1,450 fps
• Wad: FLITECONTROL FLEX, rear opening
• Rounds per box: 25
• Non toxic: yes, steel shot

Field Notes and Waterfowl Tips

Use these shells for Canada geese, snow geese and specklebellies over decoys or on pass shooting. BB steel is also a solid choice for big late season ducks when birds are working high.

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 geese and want a tight patterning, hard hitting BB steel load, these Ultra Steel shells are a powerful choice. Pair them with full body decoys and a quality goose call.

Big geese demand good shot placement. With Federal Ultra Steel 12ga 3in BB Shot shells, aim for the head and neck on decoying birds and lead passing birds generously. Call your shots as a group so two hunters do not take the same bird, and keep a few extra shells handy for follow up shots on cripples.

Field hunting for geese often means long waits in a layout blind. Keep shells in a dry pocket or blind bag, and check your shotgun’s action for dirt and grass before the birds arrive.

Want a layered goose load? Compare Federal Ultra Steel 12ga 3in BB and 2, or visit Federal’s Ultra Steel product page for the full lineup.