The Key Master Under-Barrel Shotgun (No Lock Is Safe!)

Published on August 26, 2024
Duration: 16:42

This review of the TX-12 under-barrel shotgun highlights its lightweight titanium construction and 12-gauge capacity for door breaching. Testing revealed significant recoil issues, causing plastic rails to fail, necessitating a switch to metal mounting systems. The shotgun demonstrated devastating effectiveness with various rounds against organic targets and a ballistic dummy, though extreme recoil eventually damaged the host firearm's muzzle brake.

Quick Summary

The TX-12 is a lightweight, titanium 12-gauge under-barrel shotgun designed for door breaching. Testing revealed significant recoil issues with plastic rails, requiring a switch to metal mounting. It proved effective against organic targets and for breaching, though extreme recoil eventually damaged the host firearm's muzzle brake.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introducing the TX-12 Under-Barrel Shotgun
  2. 01:05Loading Mechanism and Host Firearm
  3. 01:46Door Breaching Setup and Rounds
  4. 03:09Plastic Rail Failure Under Recoil
  5. 06:02Switching to Metal Rails for Stability
  6. 08:14Testing Less-Lethal Ammunition
  7. 10:37Organic Target Destruction Test
  8. 14:04Final Slug Test and Muzzle Brake Failure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TX-12 under-barrel shotgun designed for?

The TX-12 is a lightweight, titanium 12-gauge under-barrel shotgun primarily designed for door breaching applications, inspired by video game concepts.

What challenges were encountered during the TX-12 testing?

Significant recoil from the 12-gauge rounds caused plastic Picatinny rails to fail. This necessitated switching to a more robust metal mounting system for stability.

What types of ammunition were tested with the TX-12?

The testing included specialized breaching rounds, birdshot, buckshot, a 1oz slug, and less-lethal options like rubber ducks and rubber slugs.

How effective is the TX-12 for breaching and close-range targets?

The TX-12 demonstrated devastating effectiveness against organic targets like melons and cauliflower, and successfully breached doors, highlighting its close-range power.

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