Rock Island VR70 12-Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun
AR-style 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun with 20-inch barrel, gas-operated action, and 5-round magazine capacity. Features 7075 T6 aluminum upper, polymer lower, flip-up sights, and accepts both 2¾ and 3-inch shells.
Rock Island VR70: Modern Shotgun Ergonomics
The VR70 represents a thoughtful approach to shotgun design, bringing AR-15 ergonomics and controls to a 12-gauge platform. This gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun delivers reliability and familiarity for shooters accustomed to modern rifle handling.
Construction & Design
Upper and Lower Assembly
- Upper receiver: 7075 T6 aluminum for strength and durability
- Lower receiver and forend: Durable polymer construction
- Finished in black for a professional appearance
Ergonomics & Controls
- AR-15 style controls and charging handle
- Flip-up iron sights for quick target acquisition
- Fixed polymer grip with adjustable cheek pad for proper sight alignment
- Intuitive safety and selector placement familiar to AR shooters
Specifications
- Gauge: 12
- Barrel Length: 20 inches
- Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds
- Shell Compatibility: Accepts both 2¾-inch and 3-inch shells
- Overall Length: 44.5 inches
- Weight: 6.4 pounds
- Action: Gas-operated semi-automatic
Why the VR70
This shotgun bridges the gap between affordability and capability. Whether you're interested in sport shooting, home defense, or tactical training, the VR70 delivers the modern ergonomics and reliability you expect without premium pricing. The ability to run both standard and magnum loads from a single magazine makes it genuinely versatile for real-world use.
Features
- caliber: 12 gauge
- action: semi-automatic
- barrel length: 20 inches
- overall length: 44.5 inches
- overall width: 3 inches
- overall height: 9.5 inches
- weight: 6.4 pounds
- capacity: 5+1 (accepts 2-3/4 and 3-inch shells)
- upper: 7075 t6 aluminum
- front sight: flip-up
- grips: fixed polymer with adjustable cheek pad
- ar-15 style ergonomics
- gas-operated system
- full, modified, improved choke
- 7075 aluminum
