Number 8 on our list of top 10 tactical shotguns is the FN Herstal SLP MK I Tactical. The MK I accepts 3″ shells and comes stock with a Picatinny rail for accessorizing. The MK I is also the first autoloader on our list.
SLP MK I Tactical
•12-gauge 3″ magnum
•Gas-operated semi-automatic
•Active valve gas system
•Two-piece bolt
•Gas-operated action with two interchangeable gas pistons
•Interchangeable recoil pads for custom fit
Receiver
•Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy receiver
•Top-mounted cantilever weaver-pattern accessory rail
Barrel
•Hard-chromed bore and 3″ chamber
•Standard Invector™ interchangeable choke tubes
•Accessory sporting barrels are available
Stock
•Matte black synthetic
•Checkered gripping panels on forearm and grip
•Interchangeable recoil pads for individual length-of-pull fit
•Interchangeable comb inserts
•Two steel sling swivel studs
Operating Controls
•Receiver-mounted bolt release button
•Curved bolt operating handle
•Crossbolt safety button on trigger guard
Magazine
•Extended magazine tube
•Aluminum magazine tube cover
•Forward-mounted MIL-STD 1913 Tri-Rail mount
Sight
•Low-profile, adjustable folding rear blade and red fiber-optic front
Specifications
Gauge: 12-gauge with 3” chamber
Operation: Active Valve Gas System
Barrel Length: 22”
Overall Length: 43”
Weight: 7.9 lbs. empty
Ammunition Capacity: 8+1
Top 10 Tactical Shotguns
1-Mossberg 590A1 Tactical Tri-Rail
2-Remington 870 Express Tactical with Blackhawk
4-Saiga 12–a semi-automatic shotgun
6-Mossberg 930 SPX Pistol Grip
7-Winchester SXP Extreme Marine Defender
