Federal Ammunition Fed Ultra Steel 12Ga 3.5 1.5Oz 2&4 25/10

Federal Premium Ultra Steel 12-gauge ammunition is built for waterfowl hunters who need superior range and pattern density. This 3.5-inch magnum load combines a rear-opening FLITECONTROL FLEX wad with premium zinc-plated steel shot to deliver the tight patterns and extended effective range that separate clean passes from long misses in open water.

What sets Ultra Steel apart is its dual-payload design: smaller shot creates a denser, more forgiving pattern in the center, while larger pellets maintain energy and lethality at distance. Each 1.5-ounce load packs 237 pellets with a density of 7.8 g/cc, giving you the ballistics and pattern control serious waterfowl hunters demand. The reliable primer and clean-burning propellant fire consistently shot after shot, keeping your focus where it belongs—on the birds.

The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad technology is the backbone here. Its rear-opening design reduces pellet deformation during the shot column's journey down the barrel, which translates directly to tighter groupings and more lethal performance at distance. If you've been limited by standard steel loads, this ammunition will change how you approach longer shots over water.

Key Features

• Rear-opening FLITECONTROL FLEX wad for superior pattern consistency
• Premium zinc-plated steel shot for corrosion resistance and reliability
• Dual-size shot payload—smaller pellets for pattern density, larger shot for distance lethality
• 237 total pellets per load with 7.8 g/cc density
• Reliable primer and clean-burning propellant
• Extended effective range for waterfowl hunting

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Federal Ultra Steel 12-gauge ammo for waterfowl hunting?

Yes. Federal designed this load specifically for waterfowl, and the combination of tight patterns, extended range, and dual-payload shot composition makes it well-suited to that purpose.

What's the advantage of the mixed shot sizes in Ultra Steel?

The smaller pellets in the load create a denser, fuller pattern, while the larger shot retains more energy and delivers better terminal performance at distance. This gives you the best of both—reliable hits and lethal energy downrange.

Will this 3.5-inch magnum load fit my 12-gauge shotgun?

This ammunition is 3.5 inches long. Your shotgun must be chambered for 3.5-inch shells. If your gun is chambered only for 2.75-inch or 3-inch shells, this load will not fit. Always check your shotgun's chamber marking before loading.

What comes in each box?

Each package contains 25 rounds of Federal Premium Ultra Steel ammunition.