Federal Premium HEVI-Bismuth 12GA 2.75" 1.25oz #5 Shot 25rd

The Federal Premium HEVI-Bismuth PHBX1445 delivers superior waterfowl performance with bismuth shot that hits 22% harder than steel at typical hunting ranges. This 12-gauge load combines Federal's precision manufacturing with HEVI-Shot's advanced bismuth technology for consistent patterns and clean kills on ducks and geese.

What Makes This Different

Bismuth shot provides the density advantage of lead without the toxicity concerns, making it legal in all waterfowl hunting areas. The 1.25-ounce payload of #5 bismuth shot generates 1,450 fps muzzle velocity, delivering devastating energy transfer on impact. Unlike steel shot that can bounce off birds, bismuth's superior density ensures deep penetration and quick, ethical harvests.

Key Features

• HEVI-Shot bismuth pellets deliver 22% more knockdown power than steel shot
• 1.25-ounce payload of #5 shot optimized for medium to large waterfowl
• 1,450 fps muzzle velocity provides flat trajectory and extended range
• Federal's proven hull and primer system ensures reliable ignition
• Non-toxic composition legal for all waterfowl hunting nationwide
• Tight, consistent patterns through modified and full chokes
• Temperature-stable performance in cold weather conditions

Field testing demonstrates this load's effectiveness on mallards, pintails, and Canada geese out to 50 yards. The bismuth shot retains energy better than steel while providing softer impact on gun barrels compared to tungsten alternatives. Hunters report clean kills with minimal crippling loss, even on late-season birds with thick plumage. The 2.75-inch shell length cycles reliably in all 12-gauge semi-automatics and provides comfortable recoil for extended shooting sessions.

Technical Specs

• Gauge: 12
• Shell length: 2.75 inches
• Shot weight: 1.25 ounces
• Shot size: #5 bismuth
• Muzzle velocity: 1,450 fps
• Quantity: 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
• Hull: Federal plastic with brass head
• Primer: Federal 209A
• Country of origin: USA

This premium bismuth load represents the pinnacle of non-toxic waterfowl ammunition technology. Serious waterfowlers choose Federal Premium HEVI-Bismuth for its proven terminal performance and pattern consistency. Limited production runs make this ammunition a valuable addition to any waterfowl hunter's arsenal.