It’s An AK-47...But BIGGER!!!

Published on October 18, 2021
Duration: 8:10

This review of the Kalashnikov USA KS-12 shotgun, built on the AK-47 platform, highlights its impressive performance and reliability. The shotgun handles both 2.75-inch and 3-inch shells, demonstrating powerful impact on various targets from pumpkins to steel. Testing from a moving vehicle showcased its ease of use and consistent cycling. The primary critique involves a slightly difficult magazine insertion when the bolt is closed.

Quick Summary

The Kalashnikov USA KS-12 is a 12-gauge shotgun built on the AK-47 platform, firing 2.75-inch and 3-inch shells. It demonstrated high reliability, cycling effectively with various ammunition types including birdshot, buckshot, and slugs, even from a moving platform.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the KS-12 Shotgun
  2. 01:07Steel Target Testing with Birdshot
  3. 01:52Pumpkin Destruction with Buckshot
  4. 03:09Shooting from a Mobile Platform
  5. 03:51Watermelon Destruction Test
  6. 04:46Slug Test on Food Cans
  7. 06:32Final Review and Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kalashnikov USA KS-12?

The Kalashnikov USA KS-12 is a 12-gauge shotgun built on the AK-47 platform. It is a semi-automatic firearm designed to handle both 2.75-inch and 3-inch shells, offering significant firepower.

How reliable is the KS-12 shotgun?

Based on testing, the KS-12 is highly reliable and did not experience any jams during the review. It performed consistently even when fired from a moving vehicle.

What types of ammunition can the KS-12 fire?

The KS-12 can fire various 12-gauge ammunition types, including #8 birdshot, high-brass 00 buckshot, and slugs. It is compatible with both 2.75-inch and 3-inch shells.

What is the main criticism of the KS-12?

The primary criticism mentioned is that inserting a fully loaded magazine can be difficult unless the bolt is locked back first. Otherwise, the shotgun is noted for its reliability.

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