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Some shotguns try to do everything and end up complicated. The TriStar Raptor II keeps it simple: a gas-operated 20 gauge semi-auto that cycles reliably, points naturally, and holds up to real hunting seasons. This second-generation Raptor got a full round of upgrades over the original, including a redesigned stock and forearm, an oversized charging handle and bolt release you can run with cold hands or gloves, a softer recoil pad, and a fiber optic front sight that stands out in flat morning light. TriStar builds these in Turkey, where a lot of quality shotgun manufacturing happens these days, and the value here is hard to argue with.
The 26 inch vent rib barrel is a sweet spot for a 20 gauge. It swings smooth on crossing birds but stays quick in tight cover, and the chrome-lined bore adds durability and easier cleanup. The 3 inch chamber handles everything from light target loads up to heavier hunting shells, and the gas system takes the edge off recoil, which is one of the reasons 20 gauge autoloaders like this one make such good gateway guns for newer wingshooters and smaller-framed hunters. Capacity is 5+1, a shot plug is included for migratory bird work, and the bolt locks open on the last round so you always know where you stand.
You get three screw-in choke tubes in the box, and the barrel is threaded for the common Beretta/Benelli Mobil pattern, so finding aftermarket tubes is about as easy as it gets. A crossbolt safety sits right where your trigger finger expects it, and a magazine cutoff near the trigger guard lets you swap the chambered shell without emptying the tube, a handy trick when a different bird flushes than the one you loaded for.
The matte black synthetic furniture is the workhorse of the lineup. Rain, briars, boat rides, dusty truck beds, none of it matters much. If you want one 20 gauge autoloader that can chase quail in October, break clays in July, and not make you wince when it picks up a scratch, this is a smart place to land.
It runs on a gas-operated system that bleeds gas from ports in the barrel to drive an internal piston and cycle the action. Gas guns like this tend to soak up more felt recoil than inertia designs, which makes the 20 gauge Raptor II noticeably soft to shoot. That is a big plus for high-volume clay days or introducing someone new to wingshooting.
The barrel is threaded for Beretta/Benelli Mobil style choke tubes, one of the most widely available patterns out there. Three tubes and a choke wrench come with the gun, so you are covered for skeet distances out to tighter patterns for late-season birds right out of the box. If you ever want something specialized like a turkey choke, aftermarket options are plentiful.
TriStar redesigned the stock and forearm, added an oversized charging handle and bolt release, fit a softer recoil pad, and topped the rib with a fiber optic front sight. The larger controls are the standout change since they are much easier to run with gloves or in a hurry. Overall it is a more refined gun than the first-generation Raptor while staying in the same budget-friendly territory.
Yes, it has a 3 inch chamber and will also run standard 2 3/4 inch shells. That range covers everything from light target loads for clays up to stouter 3 inch hunting loads. As with most gas autoloaders, very light promotional loads may cycle less consistently, so it is worth patterning a few different shells to find what your gun likes.
| UPC | 713780202242 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 20224 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Shotgun |
| Barrel Length | 26" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Chokes Included | Cylinder/Full/Modified |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 37.1500 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 3.0 |
| Package Width | 7.5 |
| Product Type | Shotgun |
| Safety | Crossbolt |
| Shipping Weight | 7.95 |
| Sights | Fiber Optic Front Sight |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
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