
Availability: In Stock
Federal Premium Vital-Shok 12 gauge 3" #4 buckshot is purpose-built ammunition for hunters and tactical shooters who demand consistent, hard-hitting performance. These copper-plated buckshot rounds combine Federal's engineering precision with field-proven stopping power, making them a trusted choice for predator control, hog hunting, and deer pursuits where pattern consistency and energy retention matter.
The copper plating on each pellet serves dual purposes: it minimizes deformation as the shot column travels down the barrel and through the choke, resulting in denser, more uniform patterns downrange. That consistency translates to more effective on-target hits and reliable energy delivery at hunting distances. Federal's buffering system works in concert with the plating to protect pellet integrity, ensuring the tight grouping serious hunters expect from premium ammunition.
Available in convenient 5-round boxes or bulk 250-round cases, this is the kind of ammunition worth stocking for regular range work, pattern testing, or serious hunting season preparation. Whether you're fine-tuning a turkey gun, patterning a dedicated hog setup, or building a predator load, Federal Premium Vital-Shok buckshot delivers the ballistic consistency and stopping authority that separates premium ammunition from commodity loads.
| Gauge | 12 |
| Shell Length | 3" |
| Shot Size | #4 Buckshot |
| Rounds per Box | 5 |
| Rounds per Case | 250 |
| Shot Material | Copper-plated lead |
| Brand | Federal Premium |
#4 buckshot offers a balance of pellet count and individual pellet energy, making it effective for medium-sized game and predators. The specific pellet count and spacing in #4 loads like this Federal Premium round support dense patterns without excessive shot string separation.
Yes. Federal Premium Vital-Shok #4 buckshot is engineered for deer hunting applications, with the copper plating and buffering system designed to deliver consistent, effective patterns and stopping power at hunting distances.
The 3" (three-inch) designation refers to the shell length when fully loaded. This is a magnum load, which typically contains more shot and propellant than standard 2.75" loads, extending effective range and energy retention.
Yes. Federal Premium Vital-Shok is available in 5-round boxes for individual purchases or 250-round cases for shooters and hunters who want to stock up.


SKU: 119714840 • Width: 2.8in • Height: 1in • Depth: 4.2in • Weight: 0.81oz





Availability: In Stock
Federal Premium Vital-Shok 12 gauge 3" #4 buckshot is purpose-built ammunition for hunters and tactical shooters who demand consistent, hard-hitting performance. These copper-plated buckshot rounds combine Federal's engineering precision with field-proven stopping power, making them a trusted choice for predator control, hog hunting, and deer pursuits where pattern consistency and energy retention matter.
The copper plating on each pellet serves dual purposes: it minimizes deformation as the shot column travels down the barrel and through the choke, resulting in denser, more uniform patterns downrange. That consistency translates to more effective on-target hits and reliable energy delivery at hunting distances. Federal's buffering system works in concert with the plating to protect pellet integrity, ensuring the tight grouping serious hunters expect from premium ammunition.
Available in convenient 5-round boxes or bulk 250-round cases, this is the kind of ammunition worth stocking for regular range work, pattern testing, or serious hunting season preparation. Whether you're fine-tuning a turkey gun, patterning a dedicated hog setup, or building a predator load, Federal Premium Vital-Shok buckshot delivers the ballistic consistency and stopping authority that separates premium ammunition from commodity loads.
| Gauge | 12 |
| Shell Length | 3" |
| Shot Size | #4 Buckshot |
| Rounds per Box | 5 |
| Rounds per Case | 250 |
| Shot Material | Copper-plated lead |
| Brand | Federal Premium |
#4 buckshot offers a balance of pellet count and individual pellet energy, making it effective for medium-sized game and predators. The specific pellet count and spacing in #4 loads like this Federal Premium round support dense patterns without excessive shot string separation.
Yes. Federal Premium Vital-Shok #4 buckshot is engineered for deer hunting applications, with the copper plating and buffering system designed to deliver consistent, effective patterns and stopping power at hunting distances.
The 3" (three-inch) designation refers to the shell length when fully loaded. This is a magnum load, which typically contains more shot and propellant than standard 2.75" loads, extending effective range and energy retention.
Yes. Federal Premium Vital-Shok is available in 5-round boxes for individual purchases or 250-round cases for shooters and hunters who want to stock up.
SKU: 119714840 • Width: 2.8in • Height: 1in • Depth: 4.2in • Weight: 0.81oz

