Fed Third Degree 12ga 3.5" 5/6/7 5/50

Federal Premium Third Degree 12ga 3.5" 5/6/7 shotshell ammunition delivers superior turkey hunting performance through a tri-payload design that redefines shot distribution and lethality. The three-stage payload system combines No. 5 copper-plated lead, No. 6 FLITESTOPPER lead, and No. 7 HEAVYWEIGHT TSS shot in a single load, engineering a broader effective pattern than conventional turkey loads while maintaining devastating energy at distance.

The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad system operates from the rear, remaining in contact with the shot column longer than traditional designs and ensuring consistent, full patterns from both standard and ported turkey chokes. The 3.5-inch magnum case capacity delivers premium shot volume without requiring oversized bore dimensions or specialty loading. The hybrid composition of lead and tungsten-alloy pellets creates layered energy transfer—the softer lead initiates trauma while the denser TSS maintains velocity and penetration on long-range targets. This ammunition weighs 0.94 lbs per box, confirming standard Federal Premium production quality and consistency.

This load is purpose-built for serious turkey hunters who demand both pattern density and effective range, particularly those shooting ported chokes where conventional shells often produce erratic results. Federal's three-shot approach directly addresses the ballistic weakness of single-pellet-size loads—the multi-stage payload closes the gap between dense medium-range patterns and reliable long-range retained velocity. Operators and hunters seeking to maximize terminal performance from a 12-gauge platform will find the proven FLITECONTROL system and enhanced payload combination addresses the real-world limitation of conventional turkey ammunition.