The Maverick 88 is Mossberg's budget-tier pump-action, manufactured with a cross-bolt safety instead of the 500's tang safety and with fewer parts interchangeable with the 500. It delivers reliable pump-action function at the lowest price point in the Mossberg lineup. Type: Shotgun Action: Pump-Action Caliber: 12 Gauge Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1989, USA Weight: 208 oz Overall length: 47.5" Status: Active Intended use: Home Defense, Hunting, Budget