Looking to diversify your defensive tools? Pay close attention—the TriStar KRX Tactical is an AR-15-inspired, self-loading shotgun that offers an efficient platform in defensive scenarios. This scattergun ships with a five-round, detachable box magazine, removable chokes and is outfitted with ample sections of Picatinny rail to accommodate a wide variety of accessories. We removed the factory carry handle with integral sights in favor of an economically priced red-dot from Lucid. As a gas-operated shotgun, the KRX Tactical works well. If you're looking to run subsonic ammunition in the KRX Tactical, you're better off sticking with standard loads, which function flawlessly. Watch the video as American Rifleman's Kelly Young gets closer look.
To find out more information about this shotgun, visit tristararms.com.
Manufacturer: KRAL (Turkey)
Importer: TriStar Arms, Inc.
Action Type: gas-operated, semi-automatic shotgun
Gauge: 12, 3” chamber
Magazine: five-round detachable box
Sights: removable polymer; non-adjustable front with four sighting options; windage- and elevation-adjustable rear with four sighting options integral to carry handle
Stock: polymer
Weight: 7 lbs., 6 ozs.
Metal Finish: blued steel barrel; black anodized aluminum receiver
MSRP: $595
NRA Gun of the Week: TriStar KRX Tactical Shotgun
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