New for 2021: Armscor VR82 Tactical Shotgun

January 29, 2020 By Guns & Ammo Staff

Armscor’s new home-defense shotgun is a lighter version of one of the company’s most popular tactical 12-gauges.

The VR82 Tactical Shotgun, the "little brother" of the 12-gauge VR80, is a new AR-style 20-gauge shotgun that offers lighter weight and recoil than the VR80.

The new semiauto features the signature 7075 T6 Aluminum premium structure for long-lasting durability and performance. Different than its big brother, the VR82 has lightening cuts combined with 20GA 18" barrel for a lightweight, fast handling. VR82 attributes include Ambi controls, flip-up sights, barrel shroud and a forend that is compatible with most aftermarket accessories. Its magazine is fed with a 5+1 capacity.

In the above video, Armscor President Martin Tuason talks more VR82 details with Guns & Ammo's David Faubion as part of the 2021 SHOT Show New Product Premiere.

VR82 Tactical Shotgun Specs

20 Gauge
5+1 magazine
Semiauto
Front and rear flip-up sights
18-inch barrel
Contoured barrel
7.5 pounds (empty)
Length: 38"
Height: 7"
Width: 2"
Mobil choke and tactical stock
Thumb-hole stock
Black anodized finish
MSRP: $729

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