The Federal All-American 12-Gauge 2.75-inch 1oz #8-Shot 25-round box is high-performance competition light target shotshell ammunition engineered specifically for trap, skeet, and sporting clays disciplines. A primary challenge during extended multi-stage target events is managing recoil fatigue without compromising downrange pattern density or target-shattering performance. Federal solves these competitive requirements by pairing a 2.75 Dram equivalent powder charge and high-antimony lead shot with their specialized one-piece Podium wad, delivering 1,200 FPS speeds, consistent pellet distribution, and ultra-soft, cushioned recoil absorption.
The core technical advantage relies on Federal's specialized one-piece Podium wad engineered explicitly for straight-wall hulls. Featuring a built-in compression zone, the wad absorbs initial propellant ignition pressure to reduce felt recoil and prevent setting deformation across the 1oz payload of hard lead pellets. Formulated with a high-antimony alloy for increased rigidity, the #8 pellets resist crushing inside the barrel and under air resistance, ensuring dense downrange shot strings, true flight trajectories, and uniform pattern consistency without stray flyers.
Engineered for demanding tournament marksmen seeking reduced physical fatigue, this 2.75 Dram load delivers a balanced 1,200 FPS velocity profile for smooth follow-up shots and lightning-fast target acquisition. Assembled in reloadable straight-wall hulls with clean-burning propellants and ultra-responsive non-corrosive primers, the cartridge guarantees uniform chamber pressures, low barrel fouling, and reliable cycling across over-under, side-by-side, and semi-automatic competition shotguns.
Key Benefits
- Soft-Recoil Light Target Load: 2.75 Dram charge and 1oz payload minimize shoulder fatigue during high-volume shooting sessions.
- One-Piece Podium Wad Compression: Custom ignition cushion absorbs shock to soften felt recoil and protect pellet sphericity.
- Hardened High-Antimony Lead: Precision-formed #8 pellets resist deformation under setback forces for tight, uniform downrange patterns.
- Clean-Burning Ignition System: Premium powders and primers minimize fouling across extended tournament rounds.
Technical Specification
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2-3/4" (2.75 in)
- Ballistics: 1,200 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 2.75 Dram Equivalent
- Payload: 1 oz | #8 High-Antimony Lead Shot
- Wad System: One-Piece Podium Wad
- Hull/Primer: Reloadable Straight-Wall Hull | Clean-Burning Powder | Non-Corrosive Primer
- Logistics: 25 Rounds Per Box | Federal All-American Competition Series
- Dimensions: Standard 12-Gauge SAAMI Geometry | Manufacturer: Federal Ammunition
- Application: Competitive Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Target Practice
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Federal Ammunition Quality Control Standards
When you are stepping up to the line on tournament day, having shotshells that deliver tight patterns and soft-shooting performance is essential to staying on top of the leaderboard. Crush clays with absolute confidence and maintain flawless pattern density with Federal All-American 12Ga 2.75in 1oz #8-Shot target ammunition—backed by trusted service and available now at SMKW.
