JTS EGX402 AR12 Style 12 Gauge Shotgun First Shots Range Day! No Ammo Shortage Is Gonna Stop My Fun!

Published on March 30, 2021
Duration: 15:04

This video provides a comprehensive range test of the JTS EGX402 AR-12 style 12 gauge shotgun. The presenter fires various ammunition types, including buckshot, birdshot, turkey loads, slugs, and steel shot, to evaluate the shotgun's reliability and performance. Initial testing with different magazines and ammunition velocities is detailed, highlighting the shotgun's ability to cycle a wide range of loads. The video demonstrates the shotgun's effectiveness on various targets, from paper and steel to more unconventional targets like watermelons and pineapples.

Quick Summary

The JTS EGX402 AR-12 style 12 gauge shotgun demonstrated reliable performance across a wide range of ammunition, including buckshot, birdshot, turkey loads, slugs, and steel shot. While a 10-round Panzer magazine had initial feeding issues, the shotgun cycled most loads without problems. It achieved two hits out of three with slugs at 75 yards, showcasing decent accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Range Setup
  2. 00:24Introducing the JTS EGX402
  3. 00:51Ammunition Variety
  4. 01:46First Shots: Double Up Buck
  5. 03:4210-Round Magazine Test (Panzer Mag)
  6. 07:57Switching to Birdshot (Estate & Federal)
  7. 09:15Testing 3-Inch Turkey Loads
  8. 10:38Testing High-Velocity Slugs
  9. 12:02Testing Steel Shot on Soft Targets
  10. 14:11Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of ammunition did the JTS EGX402 shotgun fire?

The JTS EGX402 successfully fired a wide variety of ammunition, including Wolf 2.75-inch 00 buckshot, Estate and Federal 7.5 shot birdshot, 3-inch #6 turkey loads, Remington 1-ounce slugs, and #7 steel shot. This demonstrates its versatility across different shell types and velocities.

Did the JTS EGX402 shotgun experience any feeding issues?

The shotgun experienced a minor hiccup with a 10-round Panzer magazine initially, which was attributed to the magazine's design. However, after this initial issue, the magazine seemed to function correctly, and the shotgun reliably cycled all other tested ammunition types.

How did the JTS EGX402 perform with slugs at a distance?

When testing Remington 1-ounce slugs at 75 yards, the JTS EGX402 achieved two hits out of three shots while freestanding. This indicates a respectable level of accuracy for a shotgun at this range, especially with high-velocity slugs.

What are the key specifications of the JTS EGX402 shotgun?

The JTS EGX402 is an AR-12 style, semi-automatic 12 gauge shotgun. It features an 18.5-inch barrel and is designed to handle a broad spectrum of 12 gauge ammunition, making it a versatile platform for various shooting applications.

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