For upland bird hunting, the Federal Prairie Storm FS 12 Gauge 3-Inch 1 5/8 oz #6 Shot, 25-Round Box (brand part no. PFX129FS6) gives Federal Ammunition shooters a 12 Gauge option that is built to fold flushing birds without shredding a limit of meat. It throws a 1 5/8 oz payload, #6 shot, the 3-inch hull, and each box holds 25 shells ready for the field or the blind. This is a straightforward choice for shooters who want upland bird hunting covered without guesswork.
Key Specifications
- The gauge is 12, a classic upland gauge that carries light through a long day afield.
- The shell length is 3 inches, sized to the chamber it is built for so it cycles and seals correctly.
- The payload weighs 1 5/8 oz, a heavier charge for more pellets on target.
- The shot size is #6, sized to give solid pattern density on pheasant, quail, and similar birds without over-shredding meat.
- The shot material is Lead, lead delivers dense, consistent patterns for field and target work.
- Lead remains the densest common shot material, which helps hold tighter patterns at a given payload weight.
- Each box holds 25 shells, covering a full weekend of hunting without running dry.
- Cost per shell runs about $1.38, useful for budgeting a full day afield or a case order.
- The box ships at about 3.375 lb, handy for estimating flat-rate shipping on a bulk order.
- A case holds 10 boxes (250 shells total), letting you order in bulk without repeat checkouts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Federal Prairie Storm FS 12 Gauge 3-Inch Shells best suited for? Upland bird hunting. The #6 shot size and 1 5/8 oz payload are built to fold pheasant, quail, and similar birds cleanly without shredding the meat.
Can I shoot this through any choke? Yes, lead shot is safe through any factory choke, including a fixed full choke.
How many shells come in a box? Each box holds 25 shells, shipping at about 3.375 lb.
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