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SKU: FEPTSSX259F9
UPC: 604544647488
Federal Heavyweight TSS 20 Gauge 3-Inch #9 shot delivers extreme-range performance for turkey hunters demanding superior pellet density and energy retention. Built with Heavyweight Tungsten Super Shot, this ammunition achieves double the pellet count of comparable lead loads while maintaining significantly higher velocity at extended distances. The 18 g/cc tungsten-alloy material is 22 percent denser than standard tungsten and 56 percent denser than lead, translating to flatter trajectories and denser downrange patterns that carry lethal energy well beyond conventional shotgun ranges.
The rear-braking FLITECONTROL FLEX wad is engineered to perform reliably through both ported and standard turkey barrels, ensuring consistent shot placement regardless of choke selection. At 3 inches, this magnum length ammunition maximizes payload capacity while fitting standard 20-gauge shotgun chambers. The combination of high pellet count, superior density, and controlled wad performance creates the ballistic foundation for consistent, clean takes at ranges where standard tungsten or lead loads typically lose effectiveness.
This load is purpose-built for serious turkey hunters using 20-gauge platforms who refuse to compromise on range capability. Whether running a dedicated turkey gun with extended choke tubes or a versatile field shotgun, the #9 shot size and Heavyweight formulation provide the pattern density and energy density required for ethical, decisive harvests at 40+ yards. Field users report that the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad design minimizes flyers and maintains tight shot strings, critical factors when hunting wary birds in open terrain where follow-up opportunities are limited.
Federal's Heavyweight TSS ammunition has become the standard for advanced turkey hunters seeking every advantage in extreme-range scenarios. The 20-gauge format offers recoil management compared to 12-gauge magnum loads while delivering ballistic performance that rivals larger bore diameters—a crucial advantage during long spring or fall hunts where shooter fatigue and barrel wear accumulate.
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