Data Quality85%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the combat shotguns category.
01 / Overview
MTs 20-01
Category
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1979–
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
COMBAT SHOTGUNS · COLD WAR
32
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
76
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
◎General4MOD.4
- First Production Year1979
- DesignerYu. I. Berezin
- Weight (Empty)2.85 kg
- Notable UsersUSSR, Belarus, Moldova, Russian Federation
◈Cartridge & Calibre2MOD.2
- Cartridge20, 28 and 32 gauge
- Calibre Class20 gauge (20/70 mm R)
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity4
◇Barrel & Sights3MOD.3
- Barrel Length635 mm
- Sight Typeiron sights
- Iron SightsYes
◆Construction1MOD.1
- Furniture Materialbirch stock and fore-end
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1979Production started
47
years in service
2
countries operating
ⓘ 1 countries retired it.
05 / MASS Score
COMBAT SHOTGUNS RANKING Combat Shotguns · Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
91COMBAT SHOTGUNS32COLD WAR · COMBAT SHOTGUNS850RUSSIA · ALL WEAPONS77PERFORMANCE/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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