The Citadel Boss-25 12 Gauge in flat dark earth (FDE) is an AR-style semi-automatic 12 gauge from Citadel (brand part no. CBOSS2512-FDE), built around an 18.75-inch barrel, a pistol grip and a five-round detachable magazine. This version is the flat dark earth (FDE) Boss-25. Citadel pairs the platform with adjustable folding tactical sights, Picatinny rail space on the receiver and forend, and a muzzle brake that doubles as a modified choke. It is a home-defense and 3-gun style shotgun for shooters who want the handling of an AR in a 12 gauge.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, the standard home-defense and tactical shotgun bore.
• The barrel measures 18.75 inches, a short length that keeps the shotgun maneuverable indoors.
• Capacity is 5+1, with the magazine feeding a semi-automatic action for quick follow-up shots.
• Two 5-round detachable magazines are included, so a spare is ready out of the box.
• The muzzle device is listed as a muzzle brake (modified choke), which helps tame recoil on rapid strings.
• Five choke tubes are included, so the pattern can be matched to the load and the distance.
• The sights are adjustable folding raised tactical sights, which fold out of the way when an optic goes on.
• Picatinny rail sections sit on top of the receiver and on the lower forend for optics, lights and lasers.
• The stock is a synthetic stock with an adjustable comb and a rubber recoil pad, which lets the cheek weld fit the shooter.
• The color is flat dark earth (FDE), one of the Boss-25 colors Citadel offers beside black and the flag editions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many magazines does the Citadel Boss-25 12 Gauge FDE come with? It comes with two 5-round detachable magazines. Citadel also lists 10-round magazines as available separately.

What is the muzzle brake on this Boss-25? Citadel lists the muzzle device as a muzzle brake that also serves as a modified choke, and five choke tubes are included with the shotgun.

Can I mount an optic on it? Yes. The receiver has a Picatinny rail on top and the forend has one underneath, and the folding sights stay out of the way when you add an optic.

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