The Winchester SXP Defender 20 Gauge is a compact pump-action shotgun with an 18-inch fixed cylinder barrel and a non-glare matte black finish (brand part no. 512252695). Winchester builds it on the SXP inertia-assisted rotary bolt, so the action cycles quickly between shots. The synthetic stock and ribbed forearm carry textured gripping surfaces, and the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases. It suits home defense and multi-gun use, and the 20 gauge chambering keeps the gun light at 6 pounds.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 20, a lighter-recoiling choice than the 12 gauge Defender for shooters who want a softer-shooting defensive pump.
• The chamber is 3 inches, hard chrome plated like the bore for wear and corrosion resistance.
• The barrel is 18 inches long, which keeps the gun short and quick to maneuver indoors.
• The choke is a fixed cylinder with no constriction, which gives wide patterns with buckshot and handles Foster-type slugs accurately.
• The tubular magazine holds five 2-3/4-inch shells, and the drop-out trigger group makes cleaning easier.
• The front sight is a traditional brass bead that gives a fast, natural sight picture.
• The safety is a crossbolt design that is easy to operate even with gloves on.
• The stock is composite with textured grip panels and a matching ribbed forearm for control when the gun is pumped quickly.
• The bolt uses a four-lug rotary design with black chrome protection, which provides strong lockup and outlasts traditional bluing.
• Weight is 6 pounds and overall length is 38-1/2 inches, so the Defender stays easy to carry and hold on target.

Frequently Asked Questions

What shells does the SXP Defender 20 gauge take? It has a 3-inch chamber and the magazine holds five 2-3/4-inch shells.

Can I mount a scope or red dot on it? The aluminum alloy receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases, so an optic can be added with the right mount.

What choke does it use? It has a fixed cylinder choke with no constriction, which suits buckshot and Foster-type slugs at defensive distances.

Buy the Winchester SXP Defender 20 Gauge Pump Shotgun

A short barrel, a light 20 gauge frame and a fast rotary-bolt pump make this Defender easy to live with as a home or truck gun. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more pump-action shotguns.