Overview
Federal Heavy Field Game Loads are engineered for consistent performance across various upland hunting scenarios. This ammunition integrates proven components to deliver reliable shot patterns and terminal effectiveness on small to medium game. KFF Defense assesses this load as a robust, utilitarian option for hunters requiring dependable operation and effective pellet distribution in the field.
Key Features
Optimized Load Design
Each Federal Heavy Field Game round is meticulously loaded to ensure uniform velocities and consistent patterning, critical for effective engagement of fast-moving upland birds and small game. The 20-gauge platform, combined with #8 shot, provides a balanced combination of pellet count and kinetic energy for a broad range of applications, mitigating issues related to erratic shot dispersion.
Component Consistency
Utilizing Federal’s established manufacturing protocols, these shells feature reliable primers for consistent ignition, carefully metered propellants for uniform burn rates, and robust hull construction designed to withstand varied field conditions. This precision in component selection and assembly significantly reduces performance variability.
Versatile Application
Specifically configured for upland game, this load demonstrates effectiveness across diverse environments, from dense woods to open fields. The #8 shot size offers an optimal balance for species such as quail, dove, and smaller pheasants, providing dense patterns without excessive penetration, thereby optimizing target impact for ethical harvest.
Technical Specifications
Ammunition Details
- **Gauge:** 20 Gauge
- **Shell Length:** 2 3/4 inches
- **Shot Size:** #8
- **Rounds Per Box:** 25
- **Packaging:** 250 Rounds Per Case
Construction
- **Hull Material:** Durable polymer construction for reliable feeding and extraction.
- **Primer Type:** Consistent ignition primer, engineered for reliable strike.
- **Propellant:** Clean-burning powder, optimized for consistent velocity and pressure within the 20-gauge system.
- **Shot Material:** Standard lead shot composition, formulated for consistent pellet integrity and pattern density.
