Federal Introduces Coyote Shotgun Load

Federal Premium has introduced a new 12 gauge shotgun load: the Heavyweight Coyote load.  Designed for varmints like coyotes, the loading features the Flitecontrol wad and Heavyweight shot.  Federal claims that the combination of these two features optimizes tight patterns and delivers more energy on target.

The 3″ shells sends 1.5 ounces of BB shot downrange at 1350 fps.  Federal states the ammunition is now shipping, so it should be on the dealer shelves soon.

First Coyote Shotshell Load from Federal Premium

For the first time ever, Federal Premium® offers a shotshell designed especially for coyotes. This new 12-gauge V-Shok™ load combines the proven FLITECONTROL® wad and super-dense HEAVYWEIGHT® shot for devastating performance.

Tight Patterns for Predators
Hardcore varmint hunters will be amazed at the patterns these new loads give them. On ignition, the HEAVYWEIGHT shot actually stays inside the FLITECONTROL wad until it is clear of the barrel. At the perfect time, the wad and shot separate. This leads to full patterns, better downrange velocity and more energy on target.

“Predator hunting is very popular across the country,” said Rick Stoeckel, brand manager. “We know a lot of hunters bring their shotguns after coyotes and other varmints. For this reason, we worked to develop a load that would extend the effective range of the shotgun. Extra-tight patterns and dense payloads translate to more success in the field.”

The use of HEAVYWEIGHT shot gives predator hunters another big advantage. Its density (15g/cc) brings coyotes down hard with excellent penetration and impressive energy levels.