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Remington 870 Express Tactical

The most widely owned pump-action shotgun platform with the largest aftermarket ecosystem for defensive upgrades.

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Key Highlights

  • •Largest aftermarket ecosystem of any pump shotgun
  • •Proven reliability across millions of units produced
  • •Accessible entry price leaves budget for accessories

Specifications

Price
$450
Weight
7 lb 8 oz
Calibers
12 Gauge
Rail Type
picatinny
Best For
home defenserange training

Capability Profile

0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes

Compatibility Tags

family: shotgunshotgun: pump-actioncaliber: 12-gaugeinterface: picatinny-topmag-type: 12ga-shell-cardbarrel: compactmuzzle: choke

Overview

The Remington 870 is the most produced pump-action shotgun in American history, with over 11 million units manufactured. The Express Tactical variant comes with an 18.5-inch barrel, extended magazine tube, and factory Picatinny rail for optic mounting. Its massive aftermarket means nearly every component can be upgraded or replaced, making it one of the most customizable shotgun platforms available.

Key Features

  • ✓18.5-inch defensive barrel with fixed Improved Cylinder choke
  • ✓Extended magazine tube for 6+1 capacity
  • ✓Factory Picatinny top rail
  • ✓Steel receiver and dual-action-bar pump mechanism
  • ✓Largest aftermarket of any pump shotgun
  • ✓SuperCell recoil pad for reduced felt recoil

Pros

  • +Massive aftermarket allows complete customization
  • +Proven reliability across millions of units worldwide
  • +Accessible price point leaves budget for optics and lights

Cons

  • −Express finish is less refined than Police/Wingmaster models
  • −Factory 6+1 capacity trails the Mossberg 590A1

Detailed Specifications

caliber
12 Gauge
Barrel Length
18.5 inches
Overall Length
38.5 inches
weight
7.5 lbs
Stock
Synthetic tactical stock
Trigger
Single-stage shotgun trigger
msrp
$450
capacity
6+1
actionType
Pump-action

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