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Military use of combat shotguns through the 20th century has created a need for ammunition maximizing the combat effectiveness of such weapons within the limitations of international law. 12-gauge has been widely accepted as an appropriate bore diameter to provide an effective number of projectiles within an acceptable recoil. Early 12-gauge ...
A 12-gauge shotgun cartridge in a transparent plastic hull, allowing the contents to be seen. From left to right: brass, propellant, over-powder wad, shot wad, #8 birdshot, over-shot wad, and crimp. A shotgun cartridge, shotshell, or shell is a type of rimmed, cylindrical (straight-walled) ammunition used specifically in shotguns.
The Remington Model SP-10 is a gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun chambered for 10 gauge 3 + 1 ⁄ 2-inch (8.9 cm) Magnum shells. It was produced by Remington Arms from 1989 to 2010. [3] The design was based on the Ithaca Mag-10. [4]
The Model 11-87 incorporates a self-compensating gas system design, which allows the gun to operate with a range of loads, from light 2 + 3 ⁄ 4-inch (7.0 cm) shells to 3-inch (7.6 cm) Magnum shells, without any adjustment by the operator. It is manufactured in 12 gauge and 20 gauge; both will cycle 2 + 3 ⁄ 4-inch and 3-inch shells.
Shotgun owners accustomed to using compressed air to blow dirt and grime from the internal parts were prone to causing similar problems and render the gun inoperable. Within a few months of its 2009 introduction, the 887 was the subject of growing frustration and suspicion on Remington discussion groups and chat boards, while other owners ...
A US Marine practices shotgun door-breaching techniques. A breaching round or slug-shot is a shotgun shell specially made for door breaching.It is typically fired at a range of 6 inches (15 cm) or less, aimed at the hinges or the area between the doorknob and lock and doorjamb, and is designed to destroy the object it hits and then disperse into a relatively harmless powder.
The 5-shell was designed for the 18" barrel. The 6-shell was designed for restriction on the standard 21.5" Sporting Purpose model. The 7-shell was designed for the 19 7 ⁄ 8" barrel. The 8-shell was designed for the 21.5 Special purpose model. Many choke types original and aftermarket exist for the SPAS-12. [2]
A map with Remington Model 870 users in blue A U.S. Coast Guard petty officer from Maritime Safety and Security Team 91106 armed with an Mk870P fitted with a Trijicon RX01 reflex sight and a Speedfeed stock The Remington 870 12-gauge shotgun loaded with pyrotechnical shells (blanks) is seen here used as a last resort to scare off unwanted birds ...