Federal Ammunition builds the Federal Prairie Storm FS 16 Gauge 2.75-Inch 1 1/8 oz #5 Shot, 25-Round Box (brand part no. PFX164FS5) around a 16 Gauge platform, built to fold flushing birds without shredding a limit of meat. It throws a 1 1/8 oz payload, #5 shot, the 2.75-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 16, a classic upland gauge that carries light through a long day afield.
• The shell length is 2.75 inches, sized to the chamber it is built for so it cycles and seals correctly.
• The payload weighs 1 1/8 oz, a heavier charge for more pellets on target.
• The shot size is #5, sized to give solid pattern density on pheasant, quail, and similar birds without over-shredding meat.
• Each box holds 25 shells, covering a full weekend of hunting without running dry.
• Cost per shell runs about $1.39, useful for budgeting a full day afield or a case order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Federal Prairie Storm FS 16 Gauge 2.75-Inch Shells best suited for? Upland bird hunting. The #5 shot size and 1 1/8 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 2.58 lb.

Buy the Federal Prairie Storm FS 16 Gauge 2.75-Inch Shells

Pattern a box before opening weekend and see what this load does on real birds. Browse more shotgun shells while you shop, or add this load to your cart now. Order from our Lubbock, TX gun shop and it ships fast to your door.