The Rock Island Armory VRF14 in 12 gauge with a 14-inch barrel and black/synthetic finish is a short-barreled shotgun regulated under the National Firearms Act — its 14-inch barrel falls below the 18-inch minimum for a standard shotgun, so purchase and transfer require NFA compliance, including a tax stamp and additional processing time beyond a standard FFL transfer. Armscor/Rock Island Armory accepts a 3-inch chamber, feeds a 5-round capacity magazine, and equips it with flip-up front and rear sights for a fast, low-profile sight picture. Overall length runs just 26 inches. Among short-barreled semi-auto shotguns, this model favors buyers already prepared for the NFA transfer process who want maximum compactness.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 12 gauge.
• Accepts a 3-inch chamber.
• Classified as an NFA short-barreled shotgun due to its 14-inch barrel.
• Operates as a semi-automatic shotgun.
• Feeds a 5-round capacity magazine.
• Equipped with flip-up front and rear sights.
• Finished in black over a synthetic stock.
• Overall length is just 26 inches.
• Ships at approximately 11.4 pounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this shotgun require special paperwork? Yes, its 14-inch barrel classifies it as an NFA short-barreled shotgun, requiring a tax stamp and NFA-compliant transfer in addition to a standard FFL transfer.

How compact is this shotgun? Just 26 inches overall, thanks to its short barrel.

Buy the Rock Island Armory 14-Inch Shotgun (NFA Item)

Maximum compactness for buyers already prepared for the NFA process is exactly what this model delivers. Contact our Lubbock, Texas gun shop to confirm current NFA transfer requirements and timelines before ordering.