Fed 3rd Degree 20ga 3" 5/6/7 5/50

The Federal 3rd Degree 20-gauge 3-inch shotgun ammunition delivers a multi-stage payload engineered for turkey hunting performance. This load combines No. 5 copper-plated lead shot, No. 6 Flightstopper lead shot, and heavy tungsten supershot (TSS) No. 7 pellets in a three-tiered design that expands effective range without sacrificing close-range pattern consistency. The 5/50 packaging provides 5 rounds per box, delivering repeatable performance across multiple shots in the field.

The payload strategy addresses a fundamental challenge in turkey loads: conventional patterns often clump tightly or open too drastically depending on distance. Federal's segmented approach uses the larger No. 5 shot for initial pattern density at 20–30 yards, the No. 6 shot for medium-range fill, and the denser, harder No. 7 TSS for extended range and deeper penetration on dense target areas. This configuration is paired with Federal's Flightcontrol Flex wad system, which manages the three shot sizes through the barrel to optimize separation and pattern geometry. The 3-inch hull provides adequate capacity for the full payload while remaining compatible with standard 20-gauge shotgun chambers.

This ammunition is purpose-built for hunters who demand forgiving patterns at practical hunting distances while maintaining the penetration needed for clean, ethical kills on larger birds at extended range. The multi-shot construction appeals to serious turkey hunters, including those pursuing difficult terrain or challenging weather conditions where pattern reliability is critical. The 20-gauge platform offers reduced recoil compared to 12-gauge equivalents, enabling sustained accuracy over multiple shots during a day in the field.