FEDERAL 12 GA - 2.75" - #8 - 1 1/8 OZ - 25 RDS/BOX - RPLFEHOA12H8
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FEDERAL 12 GA - 2.75" - #8 - 1 1/8 OZ - 25 RDS/BOX - RPLFEHOA12H8
The Federal Premium High Over All (HOA) 12 Gauge shotgun shells are purpose-built for serious competition shooters who demand the absolute best in consistency, pattern density, and hull longevity on the trap, skeet, and sporting clays range.
- Hard, high-antimony lead pellets resist deformation for more retained energy downrange
- Exclusive Podium wad technology delivers tighter, more consistent shot patterns
- Solid brass head and tapered single-piece hull engineered for multiple reloads
- Eight-segment crimp ensures reliable, uniform shell closure every time
- Integral base wad adds structural integrity for superior reloading performance
- 2.75" shell, 1-1/8 oz #8 shot — ideal for clay target disciplines
Who This Is For
The Federal Premium High Over All load is designed for competitive clay target shooters — from serious amateurs chasing their first HOA trophy to seasoned professionals on the national circuit. If you shoot high volumes, reload your hulls, and refuse to settle for anything less than match-winning consistency, this is your shell. It's equally at home on a busy sporting clays course or a quiet trap field where every target counts.
Specifications
| SKU | RPLFEHOA12H8 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Federal Premium |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2.75" |
| Shot Size | #8 |
| Payload Weight | 1-1/8 oz |
| Shot Material | Hard, High-Antimony Lead |
| Wad | Federal Podium One-Piece Wad |
| Hull | Tapered Single-Piece Plastic |
| Head | Solid Brass |
| Crimp | Eight-Segment |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Intended Use | Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is #8 shot recommended for trap, skeet, and sporting clays?
#8 shot offers a high pellet count per ounce, which translates to denser patterns at typical clay target distances (15–50 yards). More pellets in the air means a higher probability of breaking targets cleanly, making it the preferred choice for most clay-target disciplines. The Federal HOA's high-antimony lead formulation keeps those small pellets round and consistent from the moment they leave the barrel.
How many times can the Federal HOA hull be reloaded?
Federal designed the High Over All hull specifically with reloading in mind. The solid brass head, integral base wad, and tapered single-piece plastic hull are engineered to withstand multiple reloading cycles — many competitive shooters report 5–8 or more reloads per hull under proper reloading practices. Results will vary based on your reloading equipment, powder charges, and storage conditions.
How does the Podium wad improve shot patterns compared to standard wads?
Federal's exclusive Podium wad is a one-piece design that maintains payload integrity during the acceleration phase inside the barrel, reducing pellet deformation at the moment of greatest stress. This results in more uniform pellet flight and tighter, more consistent patterns at the target. For competition shooters where a single broken target can decide a match, that added pattern consistency can make a measurable difference in scores.
- Caliber:
- 12 GA
- Shell Length:
- 2.75"
- Shot Size:
- #8
- Bullet Weight:
- 1 1/8 oz
- Purpose:
- Upland & Small Game
- Type:
- Shotgun Ammunition
- Box Quantity:
- 25
- Case Quantity:
- 250
- Lead Free:
- No
