The Federal WF1072 Speed-Shok delivers devastating knockdown power for waterfowl hunters demanding maximum performance from 10-gauge platforms. This high-velocity load pushes 1.5 ounces of #2 steel shot at blistering speeds for extended range and superior penetration. Federal's precision-engineered steel shot maintains consistent patterns while meeting all non-toxic requirements for waterfowl hunting.
What Makes This Different
Speed-Shok technology accelerates steel shot to velocities that rival traditional lead loads while maintaining the tight, consistent patterns required for long-range waterfowl hunting. The specialized wad design cushions the steel shot during acceleration, preventing deformation that can scatter patterns and reduce effectiveness. Federal's quality control ensures each shell delivers identical performance shot after shot, eliminating the velocity variations common in budget steel loads.
Key Features
- High-velocity 1.5-ounce payload of precision #2 steel shot
- 3.5-inch magnum shell length maximizes powder capacity
- Advanced wad design protects shot integrity during firing
- Non-toxic steel shot approved for all waterfowl hunting areas
- Consistent velocities reduce point-of-impact variations
- Premium brass-plated steel head prevents extraction issues
- Factory-crimped shells ensure reliable feeding in semi-automatic shotguns
Field performance demonstrates the effectiveness of Federal's engineering approach to steel shot ammunition. The high-velocity design extends effective range beyond standard steel loads, making it suitable for pass shooting and late-season waterfowl when birds are educated and wary. The #2 shot size provides optimal balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy for medium to large waterfowl species. Reliable ignition and consistent pressures make this load compatible with both semi-automatic and single-shot 10-gauge platforms.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 10
- Shell length: 3.5 inches
- Shot weight: 1.5 ounces
- Shot size: #2 steel
- Shot material: Non-toxic steel
- Quantity: 25 rounds per box
- Case quantity: 10 boxes (250 total rounds)
- Manufacturer: Federal Premium Ammunition
Federal WF1072 Speed-Shok represents proven technology backed by decades of ammunition manufacturing expertise. The combination of high velocity, consistent quality, and reliable performance makes this load a practical choice for serious waterfowl hunters. Stock levels on premium 10-gauge ammunition fluctuate with seasonal demand.