Federal PTDX139567 Premium 3rd Degree 12 Gauge 3.50" 2 oz 1250 fps Lead Tungsten 5/6/7 Shot 5 Bx/50 Cs

The Federal Premium 3rd Degree 12 Gauge 3.5" shotshell brings a genuinely different approach to turkey hunting. Instead of chasing one-size-fits-all patterns, this load stacks three different shot sizes in a single shell — each engineered for a specific distance band. That means you get forgiving patterns at close range, lethal performance in the mid-zone, and the dense, high-velocity punch you need at 40-plus yards. It's built for turkeys that don't always cooperate with your game plan.

The three-stage payload divides the 2-ounce charge across No. 5 copper-plated lead, No. 6 FLITESTOPPER lead, and No. 7 HEAVYWEIGHT TSS (18 g/cc tungsten). Federal engineered the mix so each pellet type contributes where it matters most: 20 percent No. 6 for tighter, more forgiving close patterns; 40 percent No. 5 for reliable mid-range authority; and 40 percent premium TSS for the extreme-range density that separates lethal from wounded. The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad plays a critical role, managing the flight of all three shot types while working reliably in standard and ported turkey chokes.

If you're serious about turkey hunting and want the flexibility to handle birds at any reasonable distance in one load, 3rd Degree pulls you out of the compromise game. Velocity runs 1250 fps, and each box contains 5 rounds — enough to pattern, scout, and hunt. As a bonus, Federal donates a portion of proceeds to the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Key Features

• Three-stage payload (No. 5, No. 6, No. 7 TSS) optimized for close, mid, and long-range effectiveness
• FLITECONTROL FLEX wad works in standard and ported turkey chokes
• No. 7 HEAVYWEIGHT TSS shot delivers extra-dense, high-energy patterns beyond 40 yards
• 1250 fps muzzle velocity
• 3.5" magnum shell for maximum payload capacity

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will 3rd Degree work in my turkey choke?

Yes. The FLITECONTROL FLEX wad is designed to work in all standard and ported turkey chokes, so you don't need to buy new tubes to use this load.

What makes 3rd Degree different from a standard turkey load?

Most turkey loads use a single shot size throughout. 3rd Degree divides the payload into three different shot sizes — No. 5, No. 6, and No. 7 TSS — each optimized for a specific distance. This gives you forgiving patterns close in, good mid-range performance, and dense, high-energy patterns at extended range, all in one shell.

Is this load suitable for long-range turkey hunting?

Yes. The load includes 40 percent No. 7 HEAVYWEIGHT TSS shot (18 g/cc tungsten), which creates extra-dense, high-velocity patterns effective at 40-plus yards.

How many rounds come in a box?

Each box contains 5 rounds.