Federal Ammunition Black Cloud FS shotshells in 12 Gauge (brand part no. PWBX1423) are built for waterfowl hunters who need dependable performance over decoys. Federal Ammunition manufactures this load to consistent tolerances, so every box performs the same as the last. Loaded in 12 Gauge, this shell is sized for the game and range this load is built to cover. In our shotgun shells lineup, this is the Federal Ammunition load built for that job.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 Gauge, pairing with the most common shotguns on the rack today.
• The shell length is 3-inch, confirming which chambers this shell is safe and rated to run through.
• The payload weighs 1 1/4 oz, giving the shot column enough mass for consistent, dense coverage on target.
• The shot size is #3, sized to the birds and range this shell is meant to cover.
• The shot material is Steel Shot, a choice that shapes pattern density, downrange energy, and choke wear.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, a practical quantity for a solid range session without restocking mid-way.
• Cases ship 10 boxes to a case, letting range regulars order in volume without repeat checkout.
• Cost works out to about $1.51 per round, a reasonable cost for this level of quality.
• The box ships at approximately 2.79 lbs, useful for budgeting freight if you’re ordering by the case.
• Black Cloud FS shells use Federal’s FLITECONTROL FLEX wad, which deploys later than a standard wad, separating from the steel shot for denser, more consistent patterns through both ported and standard waterfowl chokes.
• The payload blends FLITESTOPPER pellets with standard steel shot, engineered to create a wider wound channel and put more birds in the bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is #3 shot best suited for? Shot size #3 balances pellet count and energy for the game and range this load is built around, matched to 12 Gauge.

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 25 rounds of 12 Gauge.

Can I order this by the case? Yes, this load ships 10 boxes to a case for shooters who want to order in bulk.

Buy the Federal Ammunition Black Cloud FS 12 Gauge 3-Inch 1 1/4 oz No. 3 Shot, 25-Round Box

Whether it’s a weekend at the range or opening morning, this is the load that shows up and does its job. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.