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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
Marlin Model 55
Category
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1954–1996
Quantity
55
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
COMBAT SHOTGUNS · EARLY COLD WAR
9
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
◎General1MOD.1
- Weight (Empty)3.629 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre1MOD.1
- Cartridge20, 16, 12 and 10 Gauge
▣Operation5MOD.5
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire Modessingle-shot
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity2
- Safety Typethumb safety
◇Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length36 mm
- Rifling Twistcylinder bore (no rifling)
- Sight TypeBrass bead front, rear U-grove notch
- Iron SightsYes
- Threaded BarrelNo
◆Construction1MOD.1
- Overall Length56 mm
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1954Production started
- 1996Production ended
72
years in service
42
years in production
55
units produced
1
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
COMBAT SHOTGUNS RANKING Combat Shotguns · Early Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
99COMBAT SHOTGUNS9EARLY COLD WAR · COMBAT SHOTGUNS2057UNITED STATES · ALL WEAPONS39PERFORMANCE/PRICE · COMBAT SHOTGUNS
ⓘ Rankings are within theCombat Shotgunscategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
A bolt action is a type of firearm action that requires the user to manually cycle the bolt to load and eject cartridges. It is uncommon in pistols.
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.
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