Remington V3

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Remington V3
Type Semi-automatic shotgun
Place of originUnited States
Production history
Manufacturer Remington Arms
Unit cost MSRP: $995 at introduction
Produced2015–present
VariantsField Sport, Pro, Tactical
Specifications
Mass7.25 pounds (3.29 kg) (28")
Length47 or 49 in (119 or 124 cm) (26" or 28")
Barrel  length26 or 28 in (66 or 71 cm); 18.5 or 22 in (47 or 56 cm) on Tactical models

Cartridge 12 gauge (up to 3" length)
Action Semi-automatic gas-operated
Feed system Tube magazine 3+1 rounds; 6+1 or 8+1 on Tactical models
SightsFront and middle beads
References [1] [2] [3]

The Remington V3 is a gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun introduced by Remington Arms in 2015. It is chambered to use 12 gauge shells of 2+34 inches (7.0 cm) or 3 inches (7.6 cm) in length. [3] It was recognized as an editor's choice by Sports Afield in 2015. [1]

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Design

The V3 uses Remington's patented gas-operated reloading system found in the Versa Max. [3] The chamber that holds a shell when it is fired has a series of holes that regulate gas flow; shorter shells expose more of the holes than longer shells. [1] While their designs are similar, the V3 and the Versa Max share no internal parts. [3] Compared to the Versa Max, the V3 is lighter in weight and is priced lower. [4]

Offerings

Remington offers various V3 models, some marketed as Field Sport and others as Pro. [1] As of June 2020, Remington lists eight versions on their website: [1]

There are additionally two tactical offerings, the Tactical and Competition Tactical. [5]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "The Model V3". remington.com. Retrieved June 6, 2020.
  2. "Owner's Manual / Instruction Book for: Remington V3 Autoloading Shotguns" (PDF). remington.com. Retrieved June 6, 2020.
  3. 1 2 3 4 Hendricks, Bryan. "Hits and Misses of the Remington V3 Semi-Auto". shotgunlife.com. Retrieved June 6, 2020.
  4. Zent, John (August 29, 2016). "Remington V3 Shotgun Review". American Rifleman . Retrieved June 6, 2020.
  5. "Remington Tactical Shotguns". remington.com. Retrieved June 6, 2020.

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