Federal Top Gun Sporting 12 Gauge shotshells deliver the consistent, hard-hitting performance competitive clay shooters demand, purpose-built for sporting clays and skeet with high-velocity payloads and reduced felt recoil.
- Specifically engineered for sporting clays and skeet shooting disciplines
- High-velocity loads shorten leads for faster, more confident target breaks
- Reduced felt recoil allows quicker, more comfortable follow-up shots
- Hard #8 pellets deliver tight, consistent patterns shot after shot
- 1 oz payload in a 2.75" hull suits a wide range of 12 gauge shotguns
- Trusted Federal quality backed by decades of competitive shooting performance
Who This Is For
Federal Top Gun Sporting is ideal for clay target enthusiasts—from weekend recreational shooters to seasoned competitive athletes—who need a reliable, affordable target load that performs consistently across a full round of sporting clays, skeet, or trap. If you shoot high volumes and refuse to sacrifice pattern quality or recoil comfort, this is your go-to range ammunition.
Specifications
| Brand | Federal |
|---|---|
| Series | Top Gun Sporting |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2.75" (70mm) |
| Shot Size | #8 |
| Payload Weight | 1 oz |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1,200 fps (approx.) |
| Rounds Per Box | 25 |
| Application | Sporting Clays, Skeet, Trap |
| Hull Type | Plastic Target Hull |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is #8 shot the right size for sporting clays and skeet?
#8 shot is one of the most popular choices for both sporting clays and skeet due to its high pellet count, which creates dense patterns ideal for breaking clay targets at typical engagement distances. For closer stations or skeet, #8 or even #9 is preferred, while #7.5 may be chosen for longer crossers. For most sporting clays courses, #8 is an excellent all-around selection.
Will these shells cycle reliably in semi-automatic shotguns?
Federal Top Gun Sporting loads are designed to function reliably in the majority of gas-operated and inertia-driven semi-automatic shotguns chambered for 2.75" shells. However, very light target loads can occasionally fail to cycle in some tightly tuned competition guns. It is always recommended to verify function with your specific firearm before using a new load in competition.
How does the reduced recoil benefit high-volume shooters?
Reduced felt recoil means less muzzle rise and fatigue over the course of a full round or a long practice session—sometimes hundreds of shells in a single day. Less recoil also helps you reacquire your sight picture faster for quick doubles, which is a significant advantage in sporting clays where two-target presentations are common.
- Caliber:
- 12 GA
- Shell Length:
- 2.75"
- Shot Size:
- #8
- Bullet Weight:
- 1 oz
- Purpose:
- Upland & Small Game
- Type:
- Shotgun Ammunition
- Box Quantity:
- 25
- Case Quantity:
- 250
- Lead Free:
- No