The Federal Ultra Clay & Field 12 Gauge 2-3/4 inch #8 Shot 250-round bulk case is a high-performance centerfire shotshell system meticulously engineered for high-volume trap, skeet, sporting clays, and small upland game hunting. A primary frustration during extended shooting sessions or competitive weekend leagues is cumulative shooter fatigue. The heavy, punishing recoil of standard field loads quickly takes a toll on your shoulder, leading to a bruised pocket, compromised mounting form, and sluggish target reacquisition. Federal eliminates this physical bottleneck by matching a streamlined 1-ounce payload with a moderate 2.75 Dram equivalent powder charge, drastically cutting down felt recoil without sacrificing target-shattering downrange energy.
The technical advantage focuses on balancing raw pellet count and structural integrity rather than simply packing in excessive payload mass. Inside each hull sits approximately 410 hard, exceptionally uniform #8 lead pellets. Lower-quality chilled shots often deform and flatten under peak ignition pressures, turning spheres into erratic, unpredictable flyers that punch holes right through your pattern. Because these premium pellets retain their perfect spherical roundness during bore transit, they squeeze tightly through standard choke constrictions to deliver an ultra-dense, mathematically uniform grid that leaves zero escape windows for fast-moving targets.
Launching its clay-crushing payload at a highly consistent muzzle velocity of 1,180 FPS, this load produces a flat, predictable tracking profile and clean breaks at maximum field distances. Built to run flawlessly through long competitive strings with minimal maintenance, each shell is constructed with a high-grade plastic hull and a low-brass head. This precise geometric tolerance guarantees slick, stick-free chambering and positive mechanical extraction. Ignited by crisp, non-corrosive primers and clean-burning propellants, this 250-round case ensures uniform pressure curves and reliable cycling across semi-automatic, pump-action, and traditional break-open shotguns alike.
Key Benefits
- 250-Round Wholesale Bulk Case: Packaged in a heavy-duty master case containing 10 individual 25-round retail boxes, perfect for full tournament weekends or active fields.
- Low-Fatigue 2.75 DE Formula: Meticulously tuned to deliver soft, shoulder-friendly recoil, preserving your shooting form and keeping you clear-headed all day long.
- Deformation-Resistant #8 Shot: Hard lead construction prevents pellet crushing upon ignition, resulting in an ultra-dense 410-pellet pattern with fewer erratic flyers.
- Universal Action Compatibility: High-grade low-brass hulls ensure smooth, reliable feeding and lightning-fast extraction in gas, inertia, pump, and over/under platforms.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: 12 Gauge | 2-3/4 Inch Shell Length (70 mm) | 1,180 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 2.75 Dram Equivalent (DE)
- Payload: 1 oz. | #8 Lead Shot | Hard Uniform Spherical Composition | ~410 Pellets Per Shell
- Hull/Primer: High-Grade Plastic Hull | Low-Brass Head | Non-Corrosive Primer | Clean-Burning Target Propellant
- Logistics: 250 Rounds Per Case | 10 Boxes of 25 Rounds | Ultra Clay & Field Series
- Dimensions: 12 Gauge | Standard Bulk Configuration | SKU: UC121SI 8
- Application: Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, League Shooting, and Early-Season Upland Hunting (Dove, Quail, Grouse)
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Factory Precision Target Quality Benchmarks
When volume, consistency, and repeatable shotgun performance matter, choose Federal Ultra Clay & Field from SMKW—the trusted source for ammunition and shooting gear backed by dependable inventory and expertise.
