Federal Ammunition Black Cloud FS shotshells in 16 Gauge (brand part no. PWBX167 4) 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 16 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 16 Gauge, pairing with quick-handling upland guns that carry easily through a full day’s hunt.
• The payload weighs 7/8 oz, giving the shot column enough mass for consistent, dense coverage on target.
• Muzzle velocity is rated at approximately 1450 fps, keeping the load fast enough for dependable terminal performance.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, a practical quantity for a solid range session without restocking mid-way.
• The box ships at approximately 2.12 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

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 25 rounds of 16 Gauge.

What platform does this 16 Gauge load run in? This is standard 16 Gauge ammunition, built to run in any firearm chambered for the cartridge.

How fast does this 16 Gauge load run? It’s rated at approximately 1450 fps at the muzzle, giving a sense of the energy and trajectory to expect.

Buy the Federal Ammunition Black Cloud FS 16 Gauge 7/8 oz, 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.