NRA Gun of the Week: Legacy Sports Citadel RSS1

Published on February 26, 2021
Duration: 3:19

This NRA Gun of the Week review covers the Legacy Sports Citadel RSS1, a Turkish-made, AK-style 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun. It's designed to emulate the Russian Molot Vepr, offering AK-style controls and a piston-driven system. The review highlights its budget-friendly price point, reliable performance with various loads, and ergonomic features like a thumbhole stock and compatibility with Beretta Mobile chokes. The speaker, with high authority due to official NRA publication content, details its mechanical aspects and range performance.

Quick Summary

The Legacy Sports Citadel RSS1 is a Turkish-made, 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun styled after the Russian Molot Vepr. It utilizes a piston-driven system for reliability across various loads and features AK-style controls, a magwell, and a Picatinny rail. Its ergonomic thumbhole stock aids in managing recoil, making it a reliable budget option.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Origins
  2. 00:51Action and Controls
  3. 01:21Features and Enhancements
  4. 02:02Ergonomics and Furniture
  5. 02:48Range Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Legacy Sports Citadel RSS1 styled after?

The Citadel RSS1 is styled after the Russian Molot Vepr shotgun. It's a Turkish-made, AK-style 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun imported by Legacy Sports to meet American demand.

What type of operating system does the Citadel RSS1 use?

The Citadel RSS1 features a piston-driven operating system, similar to AK-pattern rifles. This system is designed to reliably cycle a wide range of 12-gauge loads, from standard field rounds to 3-inch magnums.

What are some key features of the Citadel RSS1 shotgun?

Key features include AK-style controls, a magwell for straight-in magazine insertion, a hinged dust cover with a Picatinny rail, a last-round bolt hold-open, and compatibility with Beretta Mobile choke tubes.

How does the Citadel RSS1 perform in terms of reliability and recoil?

Testing indicated the RSS1 is a reliable budget semi-automatic. Recoil was manageable, even with heavy loads, thanks to its piston system and ergonomic thumbhole stock with a recoil pad.

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