A shotgun called "Thumper"

Published on April 4, 2011
Duration: 1:34

This video features an expert demonstration of a custom H&R 10-gauge single-shot shotgun named 'Thumper'. The demonstration highlights the firearm's significant recoil and power, particularly when using heavy 2 oz turkey loads and 10-gauge cut slugs. The analysis includes a comparison of the 10-gauge's destructive power against a 12-gauge, showcasing its superior impact on targets.

Quick Summary

The 'Thumper' is a custom H&R single-shot 10-gauge shotgun configured as an SBR with an 18.5-inch barrel. Demonstrations show its significant power using 2 oz turkey loads and a 10-gauge cut slug, which inflicted at least twice the damage on a target compared to a 12-gauge slug.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 'Thumper'
  2. 00:20Shooting Demonstrations
  3. 00:32Turkey Loads Demonstration
  4. 00:58Cut Slug Test and Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Thumper' shotgun featured in the video?

The 'Thumper' is a custom H&R single-shot 10-gauge shotgun modified to be a Short Barreled Rifle/Shotgun (SBR) with an 18.5-inch barrel and a blue Duracoated stock.

How does the 10-gauge shotgun's power compare to a 12-gauge?

During testing with a cut slug, the 10-gauge demonstrated at least twice the damage of a 12-gauge, indicating a significantly larger payload and greater energy transfer.

What types of ammunition were used to test the 'Thumper' shotgun?

The demonstration included firing 2 oz turkey loads to showcase heavy payload capacity and a 10-gauge cut slug to test terminal ballistics and destructive power.

What are the key specifications of the 'Thumper' shotgun?

The 'Thumper' is an H&R single-shot 10-gauge shotgun with an 18.5-inch barrel, making it an SBR, and features a blue Duracoated stock.

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