The TriStar Compact Tactical 12 Gauge is a gas-operated semi-auto shotgun with a fixed pistol grip, flip-up sights and a 30-inch overall length (TriStar part no. 25122). TriStar chambers it for up to 3-inch shells and runs everything from standard field loads to 1 1/8-ounce slugs interchangeably. It comes with two five-round magazines, sling mounts and a rubber recoil pad. A removable Mobil-style choke system takes an extended, ported cylinder-bore tube. The short package is easy to maneuver around a home or truck and fun at the range.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, which offers the widest choice of loads for home defense and range use.
• The chamber accepts up to 3-inch shells, so it handles standard field loads and 1 1/8-ounce slugs interchangeably.
• The action is gas-operated semi-automatic, which spreads recoil and speeds up follow-up shots.
• Overall length is 30 inches, a compact size that is easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
• The stock is a fixed pistol grip design, a compact layout for close-quarters handling.
• The sights are flip-up front and rear sights, which fold down when not needed.
• It ships with two five-round magazines made from a polymer shell, baseplate and follower with a steel spring.
• The muzzle takes a Beretta/Benelli Mobil-style choke tube, and one extended, ported cylinder-bore tube is included.
• The safety is located on the right side of the gun just under the ejection port, with the bolt lock right beneath it.
• Average weight is 8.6 pounds with sling mounts and a rubber recoil pad to help with carry and recoil.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds does the Compact Tactical hold? TriStar lists two five-round magazines with the gun, each holding five shells.

What shells can it fire? The chamber takes up to 3-inch shells, and TriStar describes it as shooting standard field loads to 1 1/8-ounce slugs interchangeably.

Does it have a ported choke? Yes. The choke included is an extended, ported cylinder-bore tube that uses Beretta/Benelli Mobil-style threads.

Buy the TriStar Compact Tactical 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, Pistol Grip, Flip-Up Sights

The Compact Tactical is a short, gas-operated 12 gauge with a pistol grip and flip-up sights for people who want a maneuverable semi-auto. It is a hardworking option for range days and home use. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more semi-auto shotguns while you are here.