Fed Ult Stl 20ga 3" 1oz #3/#5 25/250

Federal Premium Ultra Steel 20ga 3" 1oz #3/#5 shotgun ammunition is purpose-built for waterfowl hunters and tactical shooters who demand tight patterns and reliable performance in the field. This 25-round box delivers the ballistic consistency and lethal pattern density that professionals expect when working in demanding environments where every shot counts. Whether you're hunting ducks and geese or training for precision shotgun work, Federal's reputation for quality ammunition backs every round in this box.

The Federal Premium Ultra Steel load combines zinc-plated steel shot with the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad system, a rear-opening design that stabilizes the shot column during flight and tightens patterns significantly downrange. The 1-ounce payload of #3/#5 mixed shot sizes creates a denser pattern than standard waterfowl loads, extending effective range and increasing hit probability on fast-moving targets. Steel construction meets waterfowl regulations in all fifty states, while the premium hull and primer ensure consistent ignition and reliable feeding in semi-automatic and pump shotguns alike.

This ammunition performs best in shotguns rated for 3-inch magnum loads and is ideal for open-water hunting scenarios where distance and wind are factors. The mixed #3/#5 shot profile—combining larger #3 pellets for energy retention with smaller #5 pellets for pattern density—gives hunters and shooters the versatility to engage birds at varying ranges with a single load. Reliable cycling in modern inertia-driven and gas-operated shotguns is standard; verify your firearm's steel-shot compatibility before use. A 2.19-pound box delivers 25 rounds ready for immediate deployment.