Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Federal Power-Shok 12 gauge buckshot puts 9 pellets of buffered 00 buck downrange at 1325 fps from a 2-3/4″ hull — a proven big-game and home-defense load for smoothbore shotguns. Federal’s Triple Plus wad system cushions the shot column through the barrel, reducing pellet deformation and tightening patterns at typical buckshot distances. The load uses a Boxer primer in a reloadable brass-plated steel case, a 6-point star crimp for reliable feeding, and buffered lead shot to maintain pellet geometry under acceleration. Federal Power-Shok combines clean ignition, consistent patterning, and hard-hitting terminal performance in a traditional buckshot recipe that runs in pump-action, break-action, and autoloading platforms.
Performance at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell length | 2-3/4″ |
| Shot type | Lead Shot |
| Shot size | #00 Buck |
| Number of pellets | 9 |
| Buffered | Yes |
| Velocity | 1325 fps |
| Crimp | 6-Point Star |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Barrel type | Smooth Bore |
| Rounds/box | 5 |
| Intended use | Big Game |
| Manufacturer | Federal |
The buffered shot column reduces pellet-on-pellet contact during setback, preserving the spherical profile that governs downrange accuracy. Federal manufactures this ammunition in the United States to SAAMI specifications for smooth-bore shotguns chambered in 12 gauge with 2-3/4″ or longer chambers. Find more defensive and hunting options in our 12 Gauge Buckshot Ammo collection.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Follow the four rules of gun safety during handling and loading.
- Verify current state and local ammunition laws before purchase — some jurisdictions restrict buckshot possession or use.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm under Proposition 65.
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