Federal Debuts NEW Power-Shok 1 Buck Home Defense/Field Load

   10.31.23

Federal Debuts NEW Power-Shok 1 Buck Home Defense/Field Load

We recently reported that Federal Ammunition had announced a new Premium copper-plated #1 buck home defense/hunting/field load, and now they are giving us a new offering via their Power-Shok line-up. This new ammunition selection is Power-Shok 1 Buck that can be used for hunting or home defense purposes as well.

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The new Federal Premium Power-Shok 1 Buck touts 16 pellets in a 2 ¾” magnum load. It is moving along at 1,325 FPS (Feet per Second) for a scintillating speed. These shotgun shells offer quality lead, come in 5-count boxes, and have an MSRP of $9.99 making them very affordable. The rest of the specifications for the Power-Shok 1 Buck can be read below as presented by Federal Premium ammunition:

  • Gauge: 12
  • Shot Size: 1 Buck (Lead)
  • Muzzle Velocity: 1,325 FPS (Feet per Second)
  • Shotshell Length: 2 ¾”
  • Payload: 16 Pellets
  • Triple Plus® wad system provides better shot alignment
  • Granulated plastic buffer keeps pellets uniform in shape
  • Tight downrange patterns

Anoka, Minnesota – October 30th, 2023 – Federal Ammunition adds size No. 1 to its popular Power-Shok buckshot product line. Hunters will now have a great option for hogs, predators and more with the new Power-Shok No. 1 buck offering. The load provides the patterns and terminal performance needed, thanks to the Triple Plus wad system, quality lead pellets and granulated plastic buffer that minimizes shot deformation.

“No. 1 Buck has really grown in popularity over the past several years and we wanted to deliver on what hunters and shooters are looking for,” said Federal Shotshell Product Director Dan Compton. “These new loads produce good patterns with lots of pellets on target.”

It is always good to see more offerings of ammunition be announced by stalwart companies like Federal Premium. More options is always better when it comes to recreationally shooting, hunting, and even home defense. As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Federal Premium ammunition in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.

Federal Debuts NEW Power-Shok 1 Buck Home Defense/Field Load

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