Federal Adds Black Cloud 28 Gauge to Round Out Waterfowl Loads
Adam Scepaniak 09.26.23
Federal Ammunition has expanded their line of Black Cloud waterfowl loads to now include 28 Gauge as well. These Black Cloud 28 Gauge loads will come in 3″ shells with a ¾ Ounce payload of #3 or #4 shot. For over a decade Federal has been satisfying waterfowl hunters’ needs with Black Cloud, and now that lineup is fleshed out even further with 28 Gauge steel offerings for that sub-gauge category of hunters.
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Like all Black Cloud loads, the new 28-gauge loads use the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad which delivers better pattern density and consistency through both ported and standard waterfowl chokes. The MSRP for Black Cloud 28 Gauge FS Steel #4 and Black Cloud 28 Gauge FS Steel #3 are $40.99 per box of 25 shells. All of the specs you may want to know are listed below as presented by Federal Premium:
Anoka, Minnesota – September, 2023 –“When first approached for developing a 28-gauge, 3-inch waterfowl load, Black Cloud was the obvious first choice out of all our product lines,” said Federal Shotshell Product Director Dan Compton. “Black Cloud’s technology blend of FLITESTOPPER Steel, zinc plated Premium steel and FLITECONTROL FLEX wad really shines in these smaller but highly effective loads. They pattern very tight and hit hard. We are extremely happy with the results.”
“Our FLITESTOPPER steel pellets make up a full 40 percent of the payload, and really help the terminal performance of any sub-gauge,” said Compton. “A raised cutting ridge encircling the exterior gives the pellets an unparalleled ability to slice through feathers and flesh. These specialized pellets create significantly larger wound channels than standard round pellets or other designs, devastating game on impact.”
Waterfowl season is upon us and Federal once again has impeccable timing with the release of these new sub-gauge offerings of Black Cloud 28 Gauge for ducks and geese. Are you one of the less common folks heading out into the field with a 28 Gauge this fall? As always, let us know all of your thoughts in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.
