The KS-12 by Kalashnikov USA is 100% American-made and largely based on the Russia’s renowned Saiga shotgun. It comes equipped with Mikhail Kalashnikov’s legendary AK-type long stroke gas system, giving the KS-12 outstanding reliability in virtually any condition. The gas system is adjustable, allowing the KS-12 to accept a massive assortment of ammunition from light 2 ¾” low-brass cartridges to 3” high-brass magnum shells. Unlike the vast majority of semiautomatic shotguns that utilize a fixed, tubular magazine, the KS-12 is outfitted with a detachable box magazine, similar to that of an AK-pattern rifle. This gives the KS-12 a massive advantage over traditional tube-fed designs: the ability to swap magazines instead of loading individual shells makes reloading significantly faster, and allows the user to quickly and easily exchange ammunition types. The included 5-round box magazine can be upgraded with larger 10-round box magazines as well as Saiga-type drum magazines, giving the user a substantial amount of firepower. The weapon’s extreme reliability, combined with its quick-change detachable magazines makes KS-12 ideal for virtually any application from hunting, to competition, to personal/home defense.
Other features of the KS-12 include an extensive list of customization options. The majority of Saiga aftermarket parts are compatible with the shotgun, but Kalashnikov USA offers an entire line of accessories specifically designed to enhance the KS-12’s performance. These include chokes, muzzle brakes, fore-grips, sling studs, and optics mounts, allowing the KS-12 to be adapted to any role or situation.
Features of the Kalashnikov USA KS-12 Shotgun:
- Utilizes Mikhail Kalashnikov’s AK-type gas system
- Adjustable gas system compatible with various ammunition types
- Detachable box magazine, compatible with extended magazines and drum magazines
- Accepts majority of Saiga aftermarket parts
- KS-12 specific accessories available from Kalashnikov USA