The TriStar Cobra III Force 12 Gauge is a pump-action shotgun with an 18.5-inch barrel, a pistol grip stock and a ghost ring sight on a receiver rail (TriStar part no. 23162). TriStar gives it a spring-loaded forearm that returns forward on its own for fast cycling, and a second Picatinny rail sits under the forearm for a light or grip. The 3-inch chamber handles light target loads up to heavy buckshot loads. A fiber optic bridge front sight and a five-round magazine tube round out the package. It suits home defense and range work as a straightforward pump gun.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, which offers the widest range of defensive and range loads.
• The chamber accepts 3-inch shells, so it handles light target loads up to heavy buckshot loads.
• The barrel is 18.5 inches long, a compact length that is easy to handle in tight spaces.
• The action is a spring-loaded pump whose forearm returns forward by itself for rapid firing, and the spring can be removed to run the gun like a traditional pump.
• The stock is a pistol grip design with soft rubber gripping for a firm hold.
• The rear sight is a ghost ring sight mounted on a Picatinny rail on top of the receiver, giving a fast, precise sight picture.
• The front sight is a raised bridge fiber optic that is easy to pick up in low light.
• A second Picatinny rail under the forearm gives you a place to mount a light or grip.
• The magazine is a five-round tubular design with a shot plug installed, and the plug can be removed by unscrewing the magazine cap.
• The choke system is removable and Mobil-style, with a Cylinder tube that TriStar lists along with a muzzle brake choke, plus a choke box and wrench.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cobra III Force chambered for 3-inch shells? Yes. TriStar lists a 3-inch chamber, so it fires 2 3/4-inch and 3-inch 12 gauge shells.

How does the spring-loaded forearm work? After you fire, pull the forearm back and release it, and the spring returns it forward to close the chamber. The spring can be removed so the gun works like a traditional pump.

Does it have rails for accessories? Yes. It has a Picatinny rail on top of the receiver with the ghost ring sight and another Picatinny rail under the forearm.

Buy the TriStar Cobra III Force 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun, 18.5-Inch, Pistol Grip, Ghost Ring Sight

The Cobra III Force combines a compact 18.5-inch barrel, a pistol grip stock, a ghost ring sight and two rails in a pump-action package that is easy to customize. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and shop our other pump-action shotguns too.