Description
The Escort BullTac takes a familiar pump-action 12 gauge and wraps it in a bullpup layout, putting the action and magazine behind the trigger. That design keeps the overall length down to just 27.75 inches while still running a full 18-inch barrel, so you get real shotgun performance in a package that's a lot shorter and handier than a traditional pump. At right around 7 pounds, it stays easy to move and swing in tight spaces.
The barrel is chrome-plated steel, proof-tested at the factory, and runs a fixed cylinder choke. That open choke is a smart match for defensive work since it handles both buckshot and slugs without you ever needing to swap tubes. The 3-inch chamber feeds 2 3/4-inch and 3-inch shells, and the tubular magazine holds 5 rounds for a 5+1 total. A shell deflector kicks spent hulls downward and out of your line of sight.
What Sets the BullTac Apart
Up top you get a detachable carry handle with an adjustable rear sight and a fixed front, plus a removable Picatinny optics rail if you'd rather run a red dot. Side accessory rails on the carry handle give you room to add a light or other gear, and a quick-disconnect sling mount makes carry simple. A removable vented muzzle brake and a muzzle cap both come in the box.
Build and Handling of the Escort BullTac
The build pairs a durable alloy upper receiver with a lighter synthetic lower, which keeps the weight manageable without feeling cheap. The all-weather synthetic bullpup stock has an integrated pistol grip and a rubber recoil pad to soak up some of that 12 gauge thump. A manual cross-button safety rounds it out. This FDE finish gives it a clean tan look that stands apart from the usual black. For anyone wanting a compact, no-nonsense pump for home defense or truck-gun duty, the BullTac covers a lot of ground.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hatsan USA / Escort Shotguns
- Model: BullTac
- MPN: HEBP121801F1
- UPC: 817461019379
- Action: Pump Action
- Platform: Bullpup
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Chamber: 3" (accepts 2 3/4" and 3" shells)
- Capacity: 5+1
- Barrel Length: 18"
- Barrel: Chrome-Plated Steel, Proof-Tested
- Choke: Fixed Cylinder
- Overall Length: 27.75"
- Sights: Fixed Front, Adjustable Rear on Detachable Carry Handle
- Safety: Manual Cross-Button
- Finish: FDE
- Weight: 7 lbs
What’s Included
- Escort BullTac pump-action shotgun
- Detachable carry handle with adjustable rear sight
- Removable Picatinny optics rail
- Removable vented muzzle brake
- Muzzle cap
- Quick-disconnect sling mount
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Escort BullTac a pump action or semi-auto?
This BullTac model (MPN HEBP121801F1) is a pump action. Escort also builds a separate semi-automatic version of the BullTac, but this exact SKU cycles manually with a forend pump. It runs a tubular magazine for a 5+1 capacity.
What ammo does the Escort BullTac 12 gauge take?
It has a 3-inch chamber, so it feeds both 2 3/4-inch and 3-inch 12 gauge shells. The fixed cylinder choke is set up to run buckshot and slugs equally well, which makes it a flexible option for defense. There's no need to swap choke tubes for different loads.
Can I mount a red dot or optic on the BullTac?
Yes. The shotgun comes with a removable Picatinny optics rail, so you can mount a red dot or other sight in place of the carry handle. If you prefer irons, the detachable carry handle already has an adjustable rear sight and a built-in fixed front.
How compact is the Escort BullTac compared to a standard pump?
The bullpup layout places the action behind the trigger, which shortens it to just 27.75 inches overall while keeping the full 18-inch barrel. That's noticeably shorter than a traditional pump with the same barrel length. It makes the BullTac easier to maneuver in tight hallways and other close quarters.





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