Bushmeister "BA-X12" Tactical 12g Shotgun (full review)

Published on November 3, 2022
Duration: 15:39

The Bushmeister BA-X12 Tactical 12g shotgun offers a durable build with a 7012 T6 aluminum receiver and 4140 steel components. It excels with heavier hunting loads (32g and 36g) and demonstrates impressive slug accuracy at 50 yards, making it suitable for large game. While it struggles with very light target loads, its fast follow-up shots and value proposition are highlighted.

Quick Summary

The Bushmeister BA-X12 Tactical 12g shotgun features a durable aluminum receiver and 4140 steel components. It excels with heavier hunting loads and shows impressive slug accuracy at 50 yards, though it requires a minimum load of 28g at 1250 fps to cycle reliably.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Montage
  2. 01:02Overview of the BA-X12
  3. 02:05Unboxing & Accessories
  4. 03:08Finish & Variations
  5. 03:45Barrel & Sights
  6. 04:23Build Quality & Materials
  7. 05:21Technical Specifications
  8. 06:10Action & Inertia System
  9. 07:25Origin & Pricing
  10. 07:49Reliability Testing
  11. 09:18Slug Accuracy Test
  12. 11:03Pattern Testing
  13. 13:26Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Bushmeister BA-X12 Tactical shotgun?

The Bushmeister BA-X12 Tactical 12g shotgun features a 20-inch barrel with a muzzle brake, Hi-Viz sights, a Cerakote FDE finish, and a durable aluminum receiver. It uses an inertia-driven lever-release system and comes with five chokes.

How does the Bushmeister BA-X12 perform with different types of ammunition?

The BA-X12 performs reliably with heavier hunting loads like 32g and 36g. It may struggle to cycle very light 28g target loads due to its inertia system requiring a minimum load of 28g at 1250 fps.

What is the accuracy like for the Bushmeister BA-X12 shotgun?

The shotgun demonstrated impressive accuracy with Federal TruBall 1oz slugs at 50 yards using its open sights, making it suitable for hunting large game. Pattern testing with buckshot also yielded good results.

What is the build quality and price of the Bushmeister BA-X12?

Constructed with a 7012 T6 aluminum receiver and 4140 steel components, the BA-X12 is built for durability. It is manufactured in Turkey and retails for approximately $1049 AUD, offering good value.

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