Federal Power-Shok 20 Gauge 3" #2 Buck Shotgun Ammo
Federal Power-Shok 20 gauge 3" magnum buckshot delivers 18 pellets of #2 buck per round with a Triple Plus wad system for tight patterns and reliable terminal performance. Ideal for deer hunting and home defense.
Federal Power-Shok 20 Gauge Buckshot
Federal's Power-Shok line represents a time-tested approach to shotgun ammunition for hunters and those concerned with home defense. These 20 gauge 3" magnum loads deliver 18 pellets of #2 buck at 1,100 feet per second—a sensible balance of power and controllability in a mid-bore shotgun.
What Sets Power-Shok Apart
The Triple Plus wad system is the engineering centerpiece of these rounds. It accomplishes two critical tasks:
- Better shot alignment — pellets exit the barrel in a more organized pattern
- Granulated plastic buffer — keeps shot pellets uniform in shape throughout the firing sequence
The result is a tighter, more predictable downrange pattern that translates to better hit probability on game and more reliable stopping power when it matters most.
Practical Applications
Power-Shok buckshot works equally well for:
- Deer hunting — the classic application where pattern density and energy retention are paramount
- Predator control — sufficient power for hogs and other medium game
- Home defense — reliable performance in defensive shotguns, including semi-automatics
The Bottom Line
Federal Power-Shok ammunition represents honest engineering without unnecessary complexity. These rounds have earned their reputation through consistent performance in the field and at the range. If you need buckshot that patterns tight and performs reliably, Power-Shok delivers.
Features
- #2 lead buckshot
- triple plus wad system provides better shot alignment
- granulated plastic buffer keeps pellets in uniform shape
- tight downrange patterns
- for medium-sized game
- 20 gauge
- 1,100 feet per second
- #2 buckshot
- 5 rounds per box
- 3 inch shotshell
- 20 gauge 3"
