Federal Power-Shok 20 Gauge 2 3/4″ 328 gr Sabot Slug – Reliable Hunting Ammunition
The Federal Power-Shok 20 Gauge 2 3/4″ Sabot Slug (328 gr) is a go-to option for hunters seeking precision, power, and consistency. Built for use in rifled barrels, this sabot slug delivers hard-hitting knockdown power with reliable accuracy. Whether you’re hunting deer, hogs, or other big game, the 328-grain lead slug provides deep penetration and controlled expansion for ethical kills. This versatile load is designed for mid-range hunting, offering hunters a dependable option in the field.
Key Features:
- Gauge: 20
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 inches
- Slug Weight: 328 grains
- Slug Type: Lead Sabot Slug (designed for rifled barrels)
- Box Count: Typically 5 shells per box
- Usage: Deer, Hogs, and Big Game Hunting
Specifications:
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,600 FPS – Delivers fast, flat trajectory for improved accuracy
- Projectile Type: Sabot Slug – Designed for use with rifled barrels for maximum spin and stability
- Slug Composition: Lead – Offers controlled expansion for maximum energy transfer
- Barrel Compatibility: Rifled barrels only (not for use with smoothbore shotguns)
- Packaging: Available in boxes of 5 shells for premium hunting performance
Benefits:
- Superior Accuracy: The sabot design engages rifling in the barrel, allowing for spin stabilization, resulting in improved accuracy and consistency over traditional rifled slugs.
- Powerful Impact: The 328-grain lead slug delivers high kinetic energy on impact, ensuring clean and ethical kills on deer and other big game.
- Deep Penetration: The slug maintains velocity at longer ranges, allowing for deeper penetration on large game animals, even when hitting bone or thick hide.
- Clean Expansion: Upon impact, the lead slug expands predictably, creating larger wound channels and increasing stopping power.
- Easy to Use: Compatible with most 20-gauge rifled barrels, this slug is ready for use in modern shotguns without the need for special adapters.
Applications:
- Big Game Hunting: Deer, hogs, and other large game animals are no match for the hard-hitting, controlled expansion of this slug.
- Mid-Range Hunting: Ideal for hunters looking to shoot at distances up to 100+ yards with precision and confidence.
- Home Defense (Optional Use): While not its primary use, the Power-Shok slug can serve as a home defense option due to its raw stopping power.
FAQs:
1. What is a sabot slug, and why is it better than a rifled slug?
A sabot slug is a projectile encased in a plastic “sabot” (pronounced “say-bow”) that grips the rifling inside a rifled shotgun barrel. This design allows the slug to spin as it leaves the barrel, providing better accuracy and stability compared to traditional rifled slugs. This spin-stabilized flight mimics the flight path of a rifle bullet, increasing effective range and accuracy.
2. Can I shoot this slug through a smoothbore shotgun?
No. The Federal Power-Shok 20 Gauge Sabot Slug is specifically designed for use in rifled barrels only. Shooting this through a smoothbore shotgun will reduce accuracy and may result in poor performance. For smoothbore shotguns, you should use a rifled slug instead.
3. What is the effective range of this slug?
With a rifled barrel, this sabot slug maintains consistent accuracy at distances up to 100+ yards. The aerodynamic design and 1,600 FPS muzzle velocity contribute to a flatter trajectory compared to traditional rifled slugs.
4. How does the 328-grain weight affect hunting performance?
A heavier projectile, like the 328-grain slug, retains more momentum and kinetic energy upon impact. This makes it ideal for hunting larger game, as it provides deeper penetration and more knockdown power, even on larger animals like deer and hogs.
5. How many shells come in a box?
The Federal Power-Shok Sabot Slug is typically sold in boxes of 5 shells, as these are premium hunting loads designed for ethical hunting, not bulk target practice.
Why Choose Federal Power-Shok 20 Gauge 2 3/4″ Sabot Slug (328 gr)?
If you’re looking for a hunting load that provides long-range accuracy, deep penetration, and serious stopping power, this slug is the perfect solution. The combination of a 328-grain sabot lead slug and a muzzle velocity of 1,600 FPS ensures you’ll have the power to bring down big game at distances of up to 100 yards. It’s the perfect load for hunters using modern rifled barrel shotguns who demand precision, power, and consistency.
