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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the combat shotguns category.
01 / Overview
Heckler & Koch HK CAWS
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
COMBAT SHOTGUNS
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PERFORMANCE/PRICE
78
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the combat shotguns category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General3MOD.3
- DesignerHeckler & Koch, Olin Industries (Winchester Group)
- Weight (Empty)3.7 kg
- Weight (Loaded)4.3 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre4MOD.4
- CartridgeBelted, straight (18.5×76 mmB) ; 12 Gauge
- Calibre18.5 mm
- Case Length76 mm
- Bullet Weight3.1 g
▣Operation5MOD.5
- Action TypeRecoil-Operated
- Fire Modessemi-auto and full-auto
- Select FireYes
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
◇Ballistics1MOD.1
- Effective Range (point)150 m
◆Barrel & Sights4MOD.4
- Barrel Length457 mm
- Sight TypeIron sights ; Integrated optical sight
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsYes
▤Construction3MOD.3
- Receiver Materialhigh impact plastic
- Bullpup LayoutYes
- Ambidextrous ControlsYes
03 / History
05 / MASS Score
COMBAT SHOTGUNS RANKING Combat Shotguns
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
ⓘ Rankings are within theCombat Shotgunscategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE7terms
Firearm configuration where the action and magazine are located behind the trigger, reducing overall length while maintaining barrel length.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
Firearm action type where the energy from firing a cartridge cycles the action via rearward movement of the barrel or slide.
Select fire is a fire selector mechanism on a firearm that lets the shooter choose the firing mode, such as semi‑automatic, burst, or fully automatic.
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