Federal’s Black Cloud FS line in 12 gauge (brand part no. PWBX1342) loads a full 3.5-inch magnum shell with 1-1/2 ounces of #2 FlightStopper Steel, giving waterfowl hunters a versatile, mid-sized pellet in Federal’s heaviest magnum hull. Federal starts every Premium load with finely inspected primers and clean-burning propellants formulated to its own stringent specifications, then pairs the FlightStopper Steel payload with the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad to deliver dense, consistent patterns at extended waterfowl range. The #2 shot size suits a mixed bag of ducks and geese, splitting the difference between an all-around pellet and the largest goose-class sizes. For 12 gauge waterfowl hunters who want maximum payload and a versatile pellet size, this shotgun shell is built for the blind.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12, the standard waterfowl shotgun bore.
• The shell length is 3.5 inches, the largest common 12 gauge magnum length.
• The payload weighs 1-1/2 ounces, a heavy magnum charge for waterfowl.
• The shot size is #2, a versatile mid-sized pellet for mixed-bag waterfowl.
• The shot type is Steel Shot, part of Federal’s dedicated FlightStopper waterfowl line.
• The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad delivers dense, consistent patterns at extended waterfowl range.
• Cost runs about $1.82 per round, in line with premium magnum waterfowl loads.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, covering a solid morning in the blind.
• Shipping weight per box runs 3.42 pounds, reflecting the heavy magnum payload.

Frequently Asked Questions

What waterfowl is #2 shot suited for? It suits a mixed bag of ducks and geese, a versatile size between an all-around pellet and the largest goose-class shot.

What does the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad do? It delivers dense, consistent patterns from Federal’s steel waterfowl loads at extended range.

Buy Federal Black Cloud FS 12 Gauge 3.5in #2 Shot

A mixed decoy spread calls for a pellet that handles both ducks and geese, and this 3.5-inch #2 loading is built for exactly that morning. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.