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The Vepr 12 semi-auto shotgun is imported in its original configuration directly from the Molot factory in Russia. The Vepr 12 is a semi-automatic shotgun designed for self-defense, hunting, and 3-gun competitions. Based on the RPK standard, the Vepr 12 shares the same legendary characteristics of extreme reliability in harsh conditions as the RPK.
The fire control group allows for semi-automatic shooting. The Vepr 12 features an ambidextrous safety. Additional features include:
- The ability to insert magazines straight into the magazine well (AR style) without the need to cant the magazine (AK style)
- RPK-style windage-adjustable rear sights
- Windage- and elevation-adjustable front sights integrated to the gas block
- Picatinny rail incorporated into the hinged dust cover (allows optics mounting)
- Chrome-lined chamber, barrel, gas block, and bolt carrier operation rod for increased corrosion and wear resistance
Factory-Manufactured Parts
Polymer pistol grip, polymer lower handguard and upper handguard, fixed, NATO-length polymer stock, competition magazine well, 5-round magazine, RPK-style windage adjustable rear sight, original ambidextrous safety, chrome-lined (barrel, chamber, receiver shaft, and gas chamber), last-round bolt hold open, threaded barrel, machined bolt assembly, and gas blocks.
Specifications
- Caliber: 12 gauge
- Chamber: 3 inch / 76mm
- Total length: 38.6 in / 980mm
- Barrel length: 19 in / 483mm
- Weight without magazine: 9.7 lbs / 4.4 kg
- Magazine: Removable, box, 5 rounds