FEDERAL VSHOK - 12 GA - 2.75" - #00 BUCK - 12 PEL - 5 RDS/BOX
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FEDERAL VSHOK - 12 GA - 2.75" - #00 BUCK - 12 PEL - 5 RDS/BOX
The Federal Premium V-Shok 12 Gauge 00 Buckshot delivers precision-engineered stopping power in a proven 2.75" shotshell, loaded with 12 copper-plated pellets designed for tight, devastating patterns on big game and dangerous predators.
- 12 copper-plated 00 buck pellets for consistent, hard-hitting downrange performance
- Buffered payload prevents pellet deformation and promotes dense, uniform patterns
- Copper plating reduces friction and maintains pellet roundness through the bore
- Engineered for maximum stopping power on deer, hogs, and predators
- 2.75" shell length fits a wide range of standard 12-gauge shotguns
- Sold in a convenient 5-round box — ideal for sampling or topping off your supply
Who This Is For
Federal V-Shok 00 Buckshot is purpose-built for hunters pursuing deer, feral hogs, or large predators who demand reliable patterns and serious terminal performance. It's equally at home as a serious home-defense load for shooters who trust Federal's reputation for consistency and quality in every shell they chamber.
Specifications
| Brand | Federal Premium |
|---|---|
| Series | Vital-Shok (V-Shok) |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2.75" |
| Shot Size | #00 Buckshot |
| Pellet Count | 12 Pellets |
| Shot Material | Copper-Plated Lead |
| Buffered | Yes |
| Rounds per Box | 5 |
| Intended Use | Hunting, Home Defense |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Federal V-Shok 00 Buck better than standard buckshot loads?
Federal V-Shok uses copper-plated pellets combined with a buffered payload to minimize deformation as the shot travels through the barrel. This results in rounder, more uniform pellets exiting the muzzle, which translates directly into tighter, more consistent patterns at hunting distances — a meaningful advantage over cheaper, unbuffered buckshot loads.
Is this load suitable for deer hunting, and at what ranges?
Yes — Federal V-Shok 12-pellet 00 Buckshot is an excellent deer hunting load. The tight patterning and retained energy make it effective out to approximately 40–50 yards in most shotguns. Patterning your specific firearm before the season is always recommended to confirm effective range and pattern density with your choke setup.
Will this ammunition cycle reliably in semi-automatic shotguns?
Federal V-Shok buckshot is loaded to standard 12-gauge pressure specifications and is designed to cycle reliably in pump-action and most semi-automatic shotguns. As with any ammunition, it's a good practice to test a few rounds in your specific firearm to confirm reliable feeding and ejection before depending on it in the field.
- Caliber:
- 12 GA
- Shell Length:
- 2.75"
- Shot Size:
- #00 BUCK
- Bullet Weight:
- 12 PEL
- Purpose:
- Large Game
- Type:
- Shotgun Ammunition
- Box Quantity:
- 5
- Case Quantity:
- 250
- Lead Free:
- No
