The Molot VEPR 12 is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun built on the RPK receiver platform, functioning on a long-stroke gas piston system. The VEPR 12 is considered the most reliable high-capacity semi-automatic shotgun available and became the dominant competition 3-gun shotgun before 2014 import sanctions ended US availability. Type: Shotgun Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 12 Gauge Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2004, Russia Weight: 9.7 oz Overall length: 40" Status: Discontinued Intended use: competition 3-gun, home defense, collecting