The Federal Game-Shok .410 Bore 2.5-inch 1/2 oz #6 Shot High Brass ammunition delivers high-velocity performance tailored specifically for upland game, rabbit, and squirrel hunting with small-bore shotguns. A primary challenge with the slim .410 platform is its limited payload capacity, which can lead to sparse pattern density and insufficient downrange energy when targeting fast-moving game. Federal directly solves this constraint by utilizing a high-brass shell head design paired with a heavy powder charge, boosting muzzle velocity to ensure every shot delivers maximum striking force and effective pattern coverage.
The primary technical edge stems from payload preservation and engineered shot protection. The load features extra-hardened #6 lead shot designed to resist crushing and flat-spotting under extreme ignition pressures. A specialized internal plastic wad cup encloses the payload during barrel travel, completely isolating the lead pellets from bore friction to prevent scrubbing and deformation. By maintaining round, aerodynamic pellet geometry, this shotshell dramatically reduces stray flyers, producing tight, predictable patterns and maximizing terminal kinetic energy delivery upon target impact.
Driving its 1/2 oz lead payload at 1,200 FPS, this high-brass .410 load balances brisk speed with manageable, low-recoil control, making it ideal for young hunters, light field shotguns, and long days pursuing game. High-grade hull construction and precision non-corrosive primers guarantee uniform ignition, clean burning, and smooth extraction across break-action, pump, and semi-automatic platforms. Whether hunting dense thickets or open upland fields, Federal Game-Shok provides the velocity and pattern cohesion required for clean, ethical harvests.
Key Benefits
- High-Brass Head Design: Accommodates maximum powder charges to boost muzzle velocity and extend effective shooting ranges.
- Extra-Hardened #6 Lead Shot: Prevents pellet deformation under pressure, maintaining spherical integrity for dense, lethal patterns.
- Protective Wad Cup: Shields the shot column from bore friction, eliminating erratic flyers for tight downrange spreads.
- Light-Recoil 1,200 FPS Velocity: Sustains high kinetic energy transfer while keeping shoulder recoil comfortable for quick follow-up shots.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .410 Bore | 2.5-Inch Shell Length | 1,200 FPS Muzzle Velocity
- Payload: 1/2 oz Charge | #6 Hardened Lead Shot | High-Brass Heavy Game Load
- Components: High-Grade Plastic Hull | Specially Engineered Shot Cup Wad | Non-Corrosive Primers
- Logistics: 25 Rounds Per Box | Federal Game-Shok Series
- Dimensions: Standard 2.5" Chambering | Compatible with .410 Bore Shotguns | SKU: H4126
- Application: Upland Bird Hunting, Squirrel, Rabbit, Small Game, and Target Practice
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Federal Factory Quality Assurance
Secure consistent small-bore performance with Federal Game-Shok .410 Bore ammunition from SMKW, a trusted source for field-proven hunting loads and dependable supply.
