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We are in the middle of many waterfowl seasons throughout the US so Federal Premium has perfect timing to announce that they are expanding out their Black Cloud line of ammunition to include 28 Gauge. These Black Cloud 28 Gauge loads will come in 3″ shells with a ¾ Ounce payload of #3 or #4 shot.
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Federal Black Cloud has been a fan-favorite for hunters for over a decade because of its FLITECONTROL FLEX wad that delivers accurate, heavy hits on target. The MSRP for Black Cloud 28 Gauge FS Steel #4 and Black Cloud 28 Gauge FS Steel #3 are $40.99 per box of 25 shells. All of the specs you may want to know are listed below as presented by Federal Premium:
- Rear-opening FLITECONTROL FLEX wad provides the tightest patterns possible through both ported and standard chokes
- Payload of 40 percent FLITESTOPPER® steel pellets and 60 percent Premium® steel for dense patterns and larger wound channels
- High-performance primer and clean-burning, temperature-stable propellant drastically reduce residue
- Plated head inhibits corrosion
- Sealed crimp defeats moisture in extreme conditions
Anoka, Minnesota – September, 2023 –“When first approached for developing a 28-gauge, 3-inch waterfowl load, Black Cloud was the obvious first choice out of all our product lines,” said Federal Shotshell Product Director Dan Compton. “Black Cloud’s technology blend of FLITESTOPPER Steel, zinc plated Premium steel and FLITECONTROL FLEX wad really shines in these smaller but highly effective loads. They pattern very tight and hit hard. We are extremely happy with the results.”
“Our FLITESTOPPER steel pellets make up a full 40 percent of the payload, and really help the terminal performance of any sub-gauge,” said Compton. “A raised cutting ridge encircling the exterior gives the pellets an unparalleled ability to slice through feathers and flesh. These specialized pellets create significantly larger wound channels than standard round pellets or other designs, devastating game on impact.”
Waterfowl season is upon us and Federal once again has impeccable timing with the release of these new sub-gauge offerings of Black Cloud 28 Gauge for ducks and geese. Are you one of the less common folks heading out into the field with a 28 Gauge this fall? As always, let us know all of your thoughts in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.
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