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Federal Premium Upland 12 Gauge Ammo 2 3/4" 1 3/8 oz #5 Copper-Plated Lead Shot - P138 5
Be the First to Review this Federal Premium Upland load, a 12 Gauge hunting shotshell built around premium Copper-Plated Lead shot and a high-velocity 1500 fps load. Designed for upland bird hunting, this federal 12 gauge option is made to deliver tight, consistent patterns and hard-hitting field performance for pheasants, quail, grouse, and other upland birds.
If you want federal ammo with traditional lead-shot performance, the P138 5 load is a focused choice.
Why Shooters Choose Federal 12 Gauge
- Upland-focused performance: Built as an upland bird hunting load for pheasants, quail, grouse, and similar field birds.
- High-velocity load: The 1500 fps muzzle velocity supports the fast, hard-hitting performance Federal specifies for this shotshell.
- Copper-Plated Lead shot: Premium Copper-Plated Lead is the stated projectile material, giving hunters a traditional lead-shot option with a plated exterior.
- Consistent patterns: Federal states this load is designed to produce tight, consistent patterns for upland hunting.
- Brass-plated heads: Brass-plated heads are part of the manufacturer-stated construction for this Federal Premium Upland shotshell.
- Shotgun-specific components: This load uses a Shotgun Casing and Shotgun Primer, matching its role as 12 gauge ammo.
- Box or case packaging: Available as a Box of 25 or Case of 250 for shoppers planning a hunt, range check, or seasonal supply.
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What is the muzzle velocity of Federal 12 Gauge grain Copper-Plated Lead?
The muzzle velocity is 1500 fps. Because this is 12 gauge ammo, the more useful projectile detail is Copper-Plated Lead shot rather than a rifle-style grain listing.
What is this Federal Premium Upland load intended for?
It is designed as an upland bird hunting load. Federal specifically positions it for pheasants, quail, grouse, and other upland birds.
What type of shot does this 12 gauge ammo use?
This load uses premium Copper-Plated Lead shot. That makes it a traditional lead-shot hunting option with a copper-plated construction.
Does this federal 12 gauge load focus on pattern performance?
Yes. Federal states that this load is designed to deliver tight, consistent patterns for upland hunting.
What are the case and primer specs?
The verified specs list a Shotgun Casing and Shotgun Primer. Those components match the load’s role as a 12 Gauge shotshell.
What packaging options are available?
The verified packaging is Box of 25 or Case of 250. The case option is useful for hunters who want more of the same Federal Premium Upland load on hand.
About Federal 12 Gauge
Federal Premium Upland is built for hunters who want a dedicated field load rather than a general-purpose target shell. This P138 5 shotshell uses premium Copper-Plated Lead shot, brass-plated heads, a Shotgun Casing, and a Shotgun Primer in a 12 Gauge platform.
Copper-Plated Lead shot is a common hunting-shotshell construction, pairing traditional lead-shot performance with a plated exterior. In this load, Federal pairs that shot with a high-velocity design and states that it is made for tight, consistent patterns on upland birds.
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For hunters comparing the 12 Gauge category, this Federal lineup option offers Copper-Plated Lead shot, high-velocity performance, and an upland-focused design. Choose a box for a focused need or consider the case option when you want bulk ammo for the season.
| Field | Details |
|---|
| MPN | P138 5 |
| UPC | 029465021658 |
| Manufacturer | Federal |
| Platform | Shotgun |
| Ammo Application | Hunting |
| Ammo Type | Copper-Plated Lead |
| Caliber | 12 Gauge |
| Grain Weight | Not Provided |
| Shotgun Weight | 1 3/8 oz |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 25 / Case of 250 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1500 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | Not Provided |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | Not Provided |
| Case Type | Shotgun Casing |
| Primer Type | Shotgun Primer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | No |
| Staked Primer | No |
| Country of Origin | USA |
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