Federal Ammunition‘s Premium Vital-Shok TruBall line in 12 Gauge (part no. PB131RS) starts with the finest primers, subjected to more frequent inspection for dimensional tolerances and charge weight, to deliver consistent ignition every time the trigger is pulled. This 1 oz rifled slug is loaded to a full 3-inch magnum length for extra payload and energy. Stock up on these shotgun shells for serious big-game accuracy from a smooth-bore barrel.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 Gauge, Federal’s most common premium slug chambering.
• The shell length is 3-inch, a full magnum load.
• The slug weighs 1 oz, a rifled TruBall design for smooth-bore barrels.
• Primers are hand-inspected for dimensional tolerance, a Federal Premium hallmark.
• The TruBall design is engineered for true, consistent flight through smooth-bore barrels.
• Each box holds 5 rounds, a standard big-game slug count.
• This is Federal’s Premium Vital-Shok line, its top-tier slug offering.
• Cost runs near $1.67 per round, reflecting premium slug construction.
• The rifled slug body is built for smooth-bore barrels, not rifled slug barrels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TruBall accurate enough for a smooth-bore deer gun? Yes, Federal engineers TruBall specifically for tight, consistent groups from smooth-bore barrels, some capable of sub-2-inch groups at 50 yards.

Should this be used in a rifled slug barrel? No, rifled slugs like TruBall are built for smooth-bore barrels; a rifled barrel pairs better with a sabot slug.

Buy Federal TruBall 12 Gauge 1 oz Slug

When a smooth-bore gun needs to shoot like a rifle out to 50 yards, this is the slug built to do it. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.