The Rock Island Armory VRPA40 12 gauge pump-action shotgun brings a manual action to the VR family of magazine-fed shotguns (Rock Island Armory part no. VRPA40). Rock Island Armory builds it from 7075 T6 aluminum with a heat shield and a 20-inch barrel, with a 5+1 capacity of 2-3/4-inch and 3-inch shells and a 40-inch overall length. The magazine is interchangeable with other VR-series shotguns, and a fiber optic front sight speeds up target acquisition. It is aimed at home defense and recreational shooting.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, with a chamber for 2-3/4-inch and 3-inch shells.
• The action is pump, a manually cycled design that tolerates a wide range of loads.
• Capacity is 5+1, five in the magazine plus one in the chamber.
• The barrel is 20 inches, a handy length for home defense.
• The receiver is 7075 T6 aluminum, a strong yet light alloy.
• A heat shield protects the support hand during sustained firing.
• The front sight is a fiber optic, bright and fast to pick up.
• The finish is marine black anodized, for corrosion resistance.
• The magazine is interchangeable with other VR-series shotguns, which simplifies spare magazines.
• Weight is 6.9 pounds, and the grips are polymer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the VRPA40 a pump or a semi-auto? The VRPA40 is the pump-action member of the VR family; Rock Island describes it as bringing the pump action to the VR family of shotguns.

Does it take the same magazines as other VR shotguns? Yes. Rock Island states that the magazine is interchangeable with other RIA VR Series shotguns.

What shells can it fire? It takes 2-3/4-inch and 3-inch 12 gauge shells, with a 5+1 capacity.

Buy the Rock Island Armory VRPA40 12 Gauge Pump-Action Shotgun, 20-Inch Barrel, 5+1

With a magazine-fed pump action and an aluminum receiver, the VRPA40 offers a modern take on the home defense shotgun. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see our other pump-action shotguns while you are here.