Fed Prm Vshok 20ga 3" #2 Bck 5/250

Federal Premium Vital-Shok 20 gauge 3-inch #2 buckshot delivers precision-engineered performance in a shotshell platform traditionally dismissed for lack of consistency. This ammunition combines copper-plated pellets with Federal's proven buffering technology to produce tight shot patterns and reliable downrange energy. The result is a load that performs with the same engineering rigor applied to Federal's centerfire hunting ammunition, providing operators and hunters with a serious buckshot option rather than commodity-grade substitute.

The copper plating on each pellet prevents deformation during acceleration and in the barrel, which directly translates to tighter patterns downrange—a critical factor when terminal performance depends on shot placement density. The buffering system protects pellets from setback and deformation caused by recoil, maintaining consistent velocity and trajectory across the string. The 3-inch hull in 20 gauge offers a balance between magazine capacity in semi-automatic shotguns and reduced recoil compared to full 12 gauge loads, making follow-up shots faster and more controllable during extended shooting sessions.

#2 buckshot is optimized for medium-range effectiveness on medium-sized game, predators, and hogs where penetration and stopping power matter equally. The 5-round pack format (250 rounds total per box) supports both training cycles and deployed inventory management. Federal Premium Vital-Shok buckshot is recognized across law enforcement and civilian sporting use for consistency that eliminates the guesswork in shotshell selection—when precision matters, engineered ammunition performs where generic loads fall short.