Federal Premium Heavyweight TSS 20 Gauge 3″ 1 1/2 oz 9 Shot – Ultimate Turkey Hunting Ammo
The Federal Premium Heavyweight TSS 20 Gauge 3″ 1 1/2 oz 9 Shot is a top-tier turkey hunting shell featuring Tungsten Super Shot (TSS). This ultra-dense tungsten shot delivers maximum downrange energy, tighter patterns, and improved range, allowing hunters to take down turkeys with pinpoint accuracy. Its 40% denser than lead design ensures more pellets on target at longer distances. Ideal for turkey hunting, this shell offers performance, precision, and power to ensure a clean, ethical harvest.
Key Features:
- Gauge: 20
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Payload: 1 1/2 oz (ounces)
- Shot Size: 9 (small but dense for higher pellet counts)
- Shot Type: Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) – 40% denser than lead
- Box Count: Typically 5 rounds per box (premium turkey loads are sold in smaller quantities)
- Purpose: Turkey Hunting – Known for delivering dense patterns, deeper penetration, and effective knockdown power.
Specifications:
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,200 FPS (optimal speed for turkey hunting)
- Shot Composition: Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) – 18g/cc density for maximum energy transfer
- Pellet Count: Higher pellet count due to smaller shot size (9) and denser material (TSS)
- Clean-Burning Powder: Reduces residue, keeping the firearm cleaner after each shot
- Packaging: Typically sold in boxes of 5 shells, as each shot is crafted for high precision and power
Benefits:
- Superior Range: The high-density TSS shot retains energy better than lead, allowing for effective kills at 60+ yards.
- Tighter Patterns: Denser shot placement ensures a higher percentage of pellets hit the target, increasing the chance of a clean kill.
- Small Shot, Big Power: Shot size 9 may seem small, but with the extreme density of TSS, it hits harder than traditional larger shot sizes.
- High Pellet Count: A 1 1/2 oz payload of size 9 shot means significantly more pellets in each shell, leading to better chances of hitting the vital zones.
- Ethical Harvest: The precision and knockdown power of TSS reduce the chance of wounding an animal, ensuring cleaner kills.
Applications:
- Turkey Hunting: Specifically engineered for wild turkeys, the high density and small shot size allow hunters to aim for the head and neck for clean, ethical kills.
- Small Game Hunting: While not as common, TSS can be used for small game and varmints where precise pellet placement is essential.
FAQs:
1. What makes TSS better than lead for turkey hunting?
TSS (Tungsten Super Shot) is 40% denser than lead, which means the shot is smaller but hits with more energy. This allows for tighter shot patterns, more pellets on target, and effective knockdown at longer distances. Unlike lead, TSS maintains its energy and velocity over longer ranges, making it ideal for long-range turkey hunting.
2. Can I shoot TSS through my current shotgun choke?
Yes, but for the best results, you’ll want to use a turkey-specific choke. TSS pairs best with extra-full or turkey chokes that optimize the pattern density for head and neck shots. Be sure to check your choke’s compatibility with TSS shot.
3. How far can I effectively hunt turkeys with this shell?
With the Federal Premium Heavyweight TSS 20 Gauge 3″ 1 1/2 oz 9 Shot, hunters have reported effective kills up to 60+ yards. The dense patterns and high energy retention of TSS allow for successful shots at extended ranges.
4. Why is shot size 9 better for turkey hunting?
At first, shot size 9 may seem small. However, with the increased density of TSS, it hits harder than a traditional size 5 lead shot. The small shot size also allows for more pellets per shell, meaning you have more opportunities to hit the turkey’s vital head and neck areas.
5. How many rounds are in a box?
This premium hunting load is typically sold in boxes of 5 rounds, as these shells are purpose-built for precision turkey hunting rather than bulk target shooting.
Why Choose Federal Premium Heavyweight TSS 20 Gauge 3″ 1 1/2 oz 9 Shot?
If you’re a turkey hunter looking for the best long-range performance, this shell is for you. The combination of Tungsten Super Shot (TSS), a high 1 1/2 oz payload, and the tightest possible shot patterns make this one of the most effective turkey loads on the market. Whether you’re shooting at 20 yards or stretching out to 60+ yards, you can count on this load to get the job done.
