FEDERAL 12 GA - 2.75" - 1 1/4 OZ - #5 - 25 RDS/BOX
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FEDERAL 12 GA - 2.75" - 1 1/4 OZ - #5 - 25 RDS/BOX
Federal Premium Prairie Storm FS Lead delivers devastating downrange performance for upland hunters, combining the legendary FlightControl wad with a revolutionary mixed-payload system that produces tight, consistent patterns on fast-flushing birds.
- FlightControl wad system delays wad separation for superior pattern control
- Mixed payload: 70% copper-plated lead and 30% FlightStopper lead pellets
- FlightStopper pellets create larger wound channels for cleaner, ethical kills
- Edge-to-edge pattern consistency reduces gaps and increases hit probability
- Excellent retained velocity and energy minimize crippled or lost birds
- 2.75" shell with 1-1/4 oz payload in #5 shot — proven upland versatility
Who This Is For
Federal Prairie Storm FS Lead is purpose-built for upland hunters pursuing pheasant, grouse, and other hard-flying birds. Whether you're working dogs through thick cover or hunting open prairie where birds have time to build speed, this load's superior pattern density and deep-penetrating FlightStopper pellets give you the edge you need to put more birds in the bag. It's equally at home in semi-automatic and pump-action 12-gauge shotguns with improved or modified choke tubes.
Specifications
| Brand | Federal Premium |
|---|---|
| Series | Prairie Storm FS Lead |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2.75" (2-3/4") |
| Shot Size | #5 |
| Payload Weight | 1-1/4 oz |
| Payload Composition | 70% Copper-Plated Lead / 30% FlightStopper Lead |
| Wad System | FlightControl |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Recommended Use | Pheasant, Upland Game Birds |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Federal Prairie Storm different from standard field loads?
Unlike conventional shotshells that use a uniform payload of a single pellet type, Federal Prairie Storm combines two distinct pellet designs in one shell. The FlightControl wad holds the pattern together longer than a standard wad, while the mixed payload of copper-plated lead and FlightStopper pellets — which feature a scored, petal design — ensures both even pattern distribution and larger wound channels on impact. The result is noticeably more consistent patterns and improved terminal performance compared to standard field or hunting loads.
What choke tube is recommended for Federal Prairie Storm FS Lead?
Federal recommends using an Improved Cylinder or Modified choke with Prairie Storm loads when used with the FlightControl wad. Because the FlightControl wad delays separation and controls the pattern more aggressively than standard wads, using a tight Full choke can actually constrict the pattern too severely. Most hunters find that Modified choke delivers the best balance of pattern density and spread at typical upland hunting distances of 20–40 yards.
Is Federal Prairie Storm FS Lead suitable for semi-automatic shotguns?
Yes. Federal Prairie Storm FS Lead is loaded to standard 2.75" chamber specifications and generates sufficient velocity and pressure to reliably cycle most gas-operated and inertia-driven semi-automatic shotguns. Always consult your firearm's owner manual to confirm it is rated for 1-1/4 oz loads, as some lightweight or youth semi-auto models may be tuned for lighter target loads. Pump-action shotguns will cycle this ammunition without issue.
- Caliber:
- 12 GA
- Shell Length:
- 2.75"
- Shot Size:
- 1 1/4 oz
- Bullet Weight:
- #5
- Type:
- Shotgun Ammunition
- Box Quantity:
- 25
- Case Quantity:
- 250
- Lead Free:
- No
