Sentry 12 Combat Shotgun

Published on September 8, 2021
Duration: 18:43

The Iron Horse Sentry 12 is a 12 Gauge, magazine-fed, pump-action tactical shotgun featuring AR-style controls and a polymer lower with an aluminum upper. Testing showed good buckshot patterns at 10 yards and acceptable slug accuracy at 50 yards, with minor reliability issues attributed to ammunition. Field stripping is straightforward, involving removal of a barrel nut and a single takedown pin.

Quick Summary

The Iron Horse Sentry 12 is a 12 Gauge, magazine-fed, pump-action tactical shotgun with AR-style controls. It features a polymer lower and aluminum upper, with a short 12-inch LOP for body armor use. Testing showed good buckshot patterns and slug accuracy, with minor reliability issues attributed to ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Design
  2. 01:22Historical Context and Tactical Specs
  3. 03:19Buckshot Pattern Testing
  4. 05:41Manual of Arms
  5. 06:59Slug Testing and Reliability
  6. 09:02Mixed Ammo Reliability Test
  7. 09:58Field Stripping and Maintenance
  8. 11:34Manufacturer Support and Ergonomics

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Iron Horse Sentry 12 combat shotgun?

The Sentry 12 is a 12 Gauge, magazine-fed, pump-action shotgun. It features a polymer lower with an integral pistol grip and an aluminum extrusion upper, along with AR-style controls like an ambidextrous safety and bolt release. It has a short 12-inch length of pull for use with body armor.

How does the Iron Horse Sentry 12 perform in reliability tests?

During testing, the Sentry 12 showed good reliability with various loads, though one failure to extract occurred with Federal shells due to rim swelling. Another unit experienced magazine feeding issues, which Iron Horse repaired quickly.

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the Sentry 12 shotgun?

The Sentry 12 produced approximately 8-inch buckshot patterns at 10 yards, considered good for a cylinder bore. Slug testing with 1oz slugs at 50 yards also showed good accuracy, making it suitable for practical distances.

Is the Iron Horse Sentry 12 easy to maintain and disassemble?

Yes, field stripping the Sentry 12 is straightforward. It involves unscrewing the barrel nut, removing the barrel, pulling one rear takedown pin, and then sliding out the fire control group and bolt/forend assembly.

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