ANOKA, Minnesota – August 14, 2026 – Federal Ammunition recently released two new 20-gauge loads in its Master Class shotshell product line. This competition-level sporting clay load features a customized Podium wad that extracts peak performance from using Federal’s straight-wall hull, reliable primers, high-antimony lead shot, and select propellant. Federal’s new Master Class 20-gauge loads are currently being delivered to retailers nationwide.
Find it at: Master Class | Federal Ammunition.
“Master Class gives shooters competitively priced loads with top-quality internal components needed to break the most challenging targets in sporting clays and FITASC, and it’s now available in 20-gauge,” said Federal’s Shotshell Product Line Manager Sam Oftdahl. “From the unique and attractive looks to a new shot sorting process used in its loading, this new product line is built to exceed the expectations of all Sporting Clay shooters.”
Master Class features two top-tier components, a one-piece Podium wad and high-antimony lead shot that balances hardness and density. It’s constructed with a straight-wall hull, inserted plastic base wad, and striated tube for optimum performance. The new product line offers a much better option than standard target loads for those who compete in Sporting Clays. It also features high-quality components in an ultra-reliable two-piece straight-wall hull design.
Master Class is offered in the most popular payloads and velocities for modern Sporting Clays competitions. These loads are packaged in 25-count boxes and are loaded in eight total options.
PART NO. / DESCRIPTION / MSRP
MC224 7.5 / 20 gauge, 7.5 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 7/8-ounce, 1,250 fps / $16.99
MC224 8 / 20 gauge, 8 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 7/8-ounce, 1,250 fps / $16.99
MC12H1 7.5 / 12 gauge, 7.5 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 1-ounce, 3-dram, 1,250 fps / $16.99
MC12H1 8 / 12 gauge, 8 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 1-ounce, 3-dram, 1,250 fps / $16.99
MC12HC 7.5 / 12 gauge, 7.5 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 1-1/8 ounce, HDCP, 1,235 fps / $16.99
MC12HC 8 / 12 gauge, 8 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 1-1/8 ounce, HDCP, 1,235 fps / $16.99
MC12HC1 7.5 / 12 gauge, 7.5 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 1-ounce, 3-1/4-dram, 1,300 fps / $16.99
MC12HC1 8 / 12 gauge, 8 shot, 2-3/4 inch, 1-ounce, 3-1/4-dram, 1,300 fps / $16.99
Federal Ammunition products are available at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on all Federal products and to sign up for notifications about new product availability, rebate promotions, and other brand news via email, visit www.federalpremium.com.
About Federal Ammunition
Federal, headquartered in Anoka, MN, is an ammunition brand of The Kinetic Group, owned by CSG, a globally diversified industrial group based in Prague, Czech Republic. Since 1922, Federal has been a leader in ammunition innovation, delivering high-quality sporting and hunting products to shooters worldwide. With a commitment to conservation and the outdoor community, Federal continues to manufacture industry-leading ammunition that enhances the shooting experience while supporting outdoor traditions.
