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Arsenal (Russia) Saiga 12

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Russian AK-platform semi-automatic shotgun in 12 gauge, popular for sport and competition

Type: Shotgun

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 12 Gauge

Capacity: 5

Year introduced: 1993, Russia

Weight: 8.8 oz

Overall length: 42"

Status: Active

Intended use: Sport, Home Defense, Competition