Description
Anyone who has spent time behind an AR will feel right at home on the Citadel BOSS-25. Imported by Legacy Sports International, this mag-fed 12 gauge puts the safety, mag release, and pistol grip right where your hands expect them, so there's no relearning muscle memory when you swap from your rifle. The Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish gives it a clean, purposeful look that stands apart from the usual sea of black tactical shotguns.
Why the BOSS-25 Runs Different
The biggest advantage here is the detachable box magazine. Instead of thumbing shells into a tube one at a time, you drop the empty 5-rounder and slap in a fresh one. Two 5-round mags come in the box, and 10-round magazines are available if you want more on tap. The 3-inch chamber handles both 2-3/4 and 3-inch shells, and the chrome-lined 18.75-inch barrel comes threaded with a muzzle brake already installed to keep the muzzle flat during fast follow-up shots.
Set Up the BOSS-25 Your Way
A full-length Picatinny rail up top makes mounting a red dot dead simple, and the adjustable folding front and rear sights fold out of the way when you do. The cheek riser on the synthetic stock adjusts to get your eye lined up behind raised optics, and the railed forend gives you real estate for a light or forward grip. Five choke tubes are included, so you can tighten or open your pattern depending on whether you're running buckshot, birdshot, or slugs.
A Do-It-All 12 Gauge Without the Fuss
At 8 pounds with a 37.75-inch overall length, the BOSS-25 balances well and soaks up recoil better than lighter scatterguns, helped along by the rubber recoil pad and that brake. Feed it quality full-power loads through the first few boxes to break it in and it settles into a reliable rhythm, whether that's busting clays, running drills, or sitting ready by the nightstand. For the money, it's tough to find a mag-fed semi-auto 12 gauge that shows up this complete out of the box.
Key Specifications
- Model: BOSS-25
- Manufacturer Part Number: CBOSS2512-FDE
- UPC: 682146831986
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Chamber: 3" (accepts 2-3/4" and 3" shells)
- Action: Semi-Automatic, Magazine Fed
- Barrel: 18.75" Chrome-Lined, Threaded with Muzzle Brake
- Overall Length: 37.75"
- Weight: 8.0 lbs
- Capacity: 5+1
- Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote
- Stock: Synthetic with Adjustable Cheek Riser
- Sights: Adjustable Folding Front and Rear
- Receiver: Upper Picatinny Rail
- Length of Pull: 14"
- Butt Plate: Rubber Recoil Pad
What’s Included
- Citadel BOSS-25 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun (FDE)
- Two 5-Round Detachable Magazines
- Five Choke Tubes
- Choke Wrench
- Muzzle Brake (installed)
- Adjustable Folding Front and Rear Sights
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Citadel BOSS-25 shoot both 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch shells?
Yes. The BOSS-25 has a 3 inch chamber that handles both 2-3/4 and 3 inch shells. Like most gas-operated shotguns, it cycles most reliably with full-power loads, so stick with quality ammo during the break-in period before running lighter target loads.
Are higher capacity magazines available for the BOSS-25?
They are. The shotgun ships with two 5-round detachable box magazines, and 10-round magazines are sold separately if you want more capacity for the range. Swapping mags is quick and works just like an AR, which is a big part of this platform's appeal.
Can I mount a red dot on the Citadel BOSS-25?
Absolutely, and it's one of the best upgrades you can make. The full-length Picatinny rail on the upper receiver takes optics without any gunsmithing, and the included flip-up sights fold down out of the way. The adjustable cheek riser on the stock lets you raise your eye line to match a taller optic.
What choke tubes come with the BOSS-25?
It includes five chokes total: flush-fit Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full tubes, plus an extended Modified choke. That covers everything from wide defensive buckshot patterns to tighter spreads for clays or birds, and a choke wrench is included for easy swaps.





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