Fed 3rd Degree 12ga 3" 5/6/7 5/50

Federal Premium 3rd Degree 12ga 3" 5/6/7 ammunition represents a purpose-built turkey load engineered to deliver consistent, extended-range patterns through both standard and ported shotgun chokes. The three-stage payload system—combining No. 5 copper-plated lead, No. 6 FLITESTOPPER lead, and No. 7 HEAVYWEIGHT TSS shot—concentrates lethal energy at distance while maintaining pattern integrity where it matters most. This multi-shot approach addresses a fundamental accuracy challenge in turkey hunting: conventional tight-pattern loads can fail at practical distances, while 3rd Degree optimizes terminal performance by stacking different shot sizes to maximize hits on vital zones.

The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad is central to 3rd Degree's effectiveness. Unlike fixed-cup designs, this wad opens from the rear and remains in contact with the shot column longer, preventing erratic dispersion that degrades downrange patterns. The 3-inch 12-gauge hull operates at standard pressure, making it compatible with most modern shotguns in common field and tactical configurations. The combined weight of the shot charge and premium construction ensures consistent ballistics shot to shot—a critical requirement for turkey loads where margin for error is minimal and follow-up shots may be impossible in the field.

This ammunition is optimized for dedicated turkey hunters and serious upland shooters who demand extended-range reliability and tighter clusters than standard loads provide. The three-stage payload delivers superior pattern density at 40+ yards—the distance band where most missed opportunities occur. Hunters relying on ported chokes or those running standard choke tubes benefit equally from the FLITECONTROL FLEX design, eliminating the performance variables that have historically complicated turkey load selection. Field users appreciate the reduced velocity spread and predictable point-of-impact hold that multi-shot Federal Premium ammunition delivers across repeated firings.