Mossberg 930 vs TriStar KRX - Semi Auto 12 Gauge Shotguns - TheFireArmGuy

Published on December 30, 2016
Duration: 7:56

This video compares the Mossberg 930 and TriStar KRX semi-auto 12 gauge shotguns. The reviewer highlights their gas-operated systems, recoil characteristics, and feeding mechanisms. While both perform well with various loads, the KRX is favored for its lighter weight, AR-style controls, and magazine-fed system, offering quicker reloads and easier jam clearing.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg 930 and TriStar KRX are both gas-operated 12 gauge semi-auto shotguns. Key differences include the 930's tubular magazine versus the KRX's magazine-fed system and AR-style controls. Both offer good recoil management and reliability with various loads, but the KRX is preferred for its lighter weight and tactical features.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shotgun Overview
  2. 00:03Mossberg 930 Features and Modifications
  3. 00:54TriStar KRX Features and Design
  4. 01:36Key Differences: Feeding and Controls
  5. 02:21Ammunition and Recoil Test Setup
  6. 02:50Mossberg 930 Recoil Test
  7. 03:16TriStar KRX Recoil Test
  8. 03:42Recoil and Handling Comparison
  9. 04:12AR-Style Controls on KRX
  10. 04:15Light Load Reliability Test
  11. 05:14Mossberg 930 Light Load Test Results
  12. 05:19TriStar KRX Light Load Test Results
  13. 05:33Overall Performance and Quality
  14. 05:53Weight and Magazine Capacity Discussion
  15. 06:13Mossberg 930 vs. KRX: Feeding Preference
  16. 06:27Choosing Between the Two Shotguns
  17. 06:53Mossberg 930 Limitations (Chokes)
  18. 07:13Price and Action Comparison
  19. 07:32Preferred Platform and Conclusion
  20. 07:47Outro and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the Mossberg 930 and TriStar KRX shotguns?

The Mossberg 930 is a tubular-fed shotgun, while the TriStar KRX is magazine-fed and features AR-style controls. Both are gas-operated 12 gauge semi-autos, but the KRX is lighter and offers quicker magazine changes and easier malfunction clearing.

How do the Mossberg 930 and TriStar KRX handle recoil?

Both shotguns feature heavy rubber butt pads that effectively manage recoil. The reviewer found both shotguns to have manageable recoil, with the lighter KRX potentially offering a slightly different feel, though both performed well.

Are both the Mossberg 930 and TriStar KRX reliable with different types of ammunition?

Yes, both shotguns demonstrated excellent reliability in feeding, firing, and ejecting a variety of ammunition, including 2.75-inch buckshot and cheaper target loads, according to the reviewer's tests.

Which shotgun is better for tactical use, the Mossberg 930 or TriStar KRX?

The TriStar KRX is favored for tactical use due to its lighter weight, AR-style controls, full-length Picatinny rail for accessories, and the advantage of magazine feeding for faster reloads and easier clearing of jams.

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