The Federal Black Cloud TSS combines steel and tungsten super shot pellets to deliver devastating terminal performance on waterfowl at extended ranges. This hybrid load maximizes pellet count while maintaining the knockdown power needed for large ducks and geese in challenging conditions.
What Makes This Different
Unlike traditional steel-only loads, Black Cloud TSS incorporates both steel BB pellets and tungsten super shot #7 pellets in a single shell. The steel BBs provide immediate knockdown power on impact, while the dense tungsten pellets maintain velocity and energy at longer distances. This dual-pellet system delivers 40% more pellets on target compared to standard steel loads of equivalent weight.
Key Features
- Hybrid steel BB and tungsten super shot #7 pellet combination
- 1-1/4 ounce payload generates maximum pellet density
- 3-inch magnum shell delivers 1,635 fps muzzle velocity
- FliteControl Flex wad system tightens patterns by 25%
- Catalyst lead-free primer ensures reliable ignition
- Premium brass-plated steel head for consistent extraction
- Optimized for modified and improved cylinder chokes
Field testing demonstrates consistent 40-yard effective range on mallards and Canada geese. The tungsten pellets retain 95% of their energy at 50 yards, while the steel BBs deliver immediate stopping power on close-range shots. Pattern density averages 85% in a 30-inch circle at 40 yards through improved cylinder chokes. The load performs reliably in temperatures from -20°F to 120°F without velocity degradation.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12 gauge, 3-inch chamber required
- Shot weight: 1-1/4 ounces total payload
- Pellet types: Steel BB and tungsten super shot #7
- Muzzle velocity: 1,635 feet per second
- Wad system: FliteControl Flex technology
- Primer: Catalyst lead-free
- Case: High-strength polymer hull
- Packaging: 10 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Country of origin: United States
This ammunition represents Federal's most advanced waterfowl load for hunters demanding maximum effectiveness on tough birds. The limited production run and premium tungsten content make this a sought-after choice for serious waterfowlers.