Description
Turkey hunting rewards guns that are compact, quiet to move, and quick to point, and that is exactly what Mossberg built here. The 500 Tactical Turkey takes the proven 500 pump action and dresses it for the spring woods with head-to-toe Mossy Oak Obsession camo, a 20 inch vent rib barrel with a 3 inch chamber, and an X-Factor ported turkey choke tube already in the box. The adjustable red fiber optic front sight glows in that gray first light when a longbeard is working his way to your setup, and the ported choke helps tame muzzle rise while throwing the dense patterns you want at turkey distances.
Why the 500 Tactical Turkey Fits Just About Anybody
The standout feature on this model is the 6-position adjustable synthetic stock with a pistol grip and built-in shell holder. Length of pull runs from 10.75 inches out to roughly 14.6 inches, which means the same gun works whether you are layered up in cold-weather gear, tucked into a ground blind, or handing it to a smaller-framed hunter. Collapsed, the whole gun measures about 36.5 inches and weighs around 7.25 pounds, so it carries easily on long walks between ridges and maneuvers well in tight cover.
Proven Mossberg 500 Guts Underneath
Under the camo, this is the same workhorse action found in millions of Mossberg 500s. Dual extractors, twin action bars, positive steel-to-steel lockup, and an anti-jam elevator keep it cycling smoothly through heavy turkey loads, and the short pump stroke makes follow-up shots fast when a bird does not go down clean. The tang-mounted safety sits right under your thumb and works the same from either shoulder, a real plus for lefties. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so adding a red dot for precise pattern placement is a simple weekend project. Spend an afternoon patterning it with your favorite turkey load, dial in the sight, and this gun is ready to spend a lot of springs in the woods with you.
Key Specifications
- Model: 500 Tactical Turkey
- Manufacturer Part Number: 53265
- UPC: 015813532655
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Chamber: 3"
- Action: Pump Action
- Barrel Length: 20" Vent Rib
- Capacity: 5+1
- Choke: X-Factor Ported Turkey Tube
- Sights: Adjustable Fiber Optic Front
- Stock: 6-Position Adjustable Synthetic with Pistol Grip and Shell Holder
- Length of Pull: 10.75" – 14.625"
- Overall Length: 36.5"
- Weight: 7.25 lbs
- Finish: Mossy Oak Obsession Camo
- Safety: Ambidextrous Tang-Mounted
What’s Included
- Mossberg 500 Tactical Turkey shotgun
- X-Factor ported turkey choke tube
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a red dot optic on the Mossberg 500 Tactical Turkey?
Yes. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so you can add a rail or optic mount and run a micro red dot. A lot of turkey hunters go that route since a dot makes precise pattern placement on a gobbler's head much easier, especially with tight chokes.
How adjustable is the stock on the 500 Tactical Turkey?
The synthetic stock offers six length-of-pull positions ranging from about 10.75 inches up to roughly 14.6 inches, which covers close to four inches of adjustment. That makes it easy to shorten up for a smaller hunter or heavy winter clothing, then stretch it back out for a full-size fit. It also has a built-in shell holder so spare rounds stay within reach.
Can I shoot slugs through this shotgun?
Not with the included X-Factor turkey choke installed, since it is an extra-full constriction that is too tight for slugs. Swap in a cylinder or improved cylinder choke tube and you are good to go. The barrel accepts standard Win-Choke style Accu-Set tubes, which are widely available.
What shells does the Mossberg 500 Tactical Turkey handle?
It has a 3 inch chamber, so it runs both 2.75 inch and 3 inch 12 gauge shells. That gives you plenty of options, from magnum turkey loads for spring season to lighter field loads for practice and patterning. Capacity is 5+1 with standard shells.




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