Description
The Rock Island Armory Pak-Out Long 12ga is an American-made pump shotgun that folds in half. The PK-12 Pak-Out from the RIA-USA line has an 18.5 inch barrel, a 4+1 tube magazine and 3 inch chambering, and it closes up to 26 inches for a pack, a truck box or a closet shelf.
Rock Island Armory Pak-Out Long 12ga Overview
Rock Island lists the Pak-Out Long at 37.25 inches overall, 26 inches folded and 6.7 pounds. The anodized aluminum receiver hinges at the front so the gun folds in two, and the stock folds to the side. It uses a spring-assisted pump, a fixed polymer pistol grip with a built-in shell holder, a blade front sight with a silver rod and a rear notch on the takedown latch. Rock Island lists the trigger at 5 to 8 pounds and MSRP at $650.
How the Folding Design Works
Most short shotguns get compact by shortening the barrel, which brings NFA paperwork. The Pak-Out instead folds at the receiver, so it keeps a legal 18.5 inch barrel while packing down to a 26 inch bundle. Rock Island says the spring keeps the action closed when folded, and the gun can be folded with shells in the tube. Practice opening it from the folded position until it is quick and automatic.
Spring-Assisted Pump
The pump is spring assisted, which helps the forend return smoothly and reduces short-stroking under stress. You still need to run it firmly and completely. Pumps are not ammunition-sensitive the way gas guns are, so the Pak-Out will cycle light target loads, buckshot and slugs alike.
Sights, Chokes and Patterns
The silver rod front blade and rear notch are basic but usable for slugs at modest distance. American Rifleman reports the barrel is threaded for Remington-pattern choke tubes, so you can tune patterns; check the box for what is included. Pattern your chosen buckshot at home-defense distances before relying on it.
Recoil and Handling
At 6.7 pounds with a pistol grip, a 12 gauge pump kicks more than a full-stocked field gun, especially with 3 inch magnum loads. Reduced-recoil buckshot is a sensible choice for defense and practice. The stock offers adjustable length of pull, which helps smaller shooters keep a solid mount.
Where It Fits
This is a utility gun for camping, boats, trucks, ranch work and home defense, not a target or bird gun. Keep it lightly oiled, especially the hinge, and inspect the latch periodically. Rock Island backs its products with a limited lifetime warranty.
State Laws and Ownership
With its 18.5 inch barrel the Pak-Out Long is sold as a standard shotgun, but never shorten the barrel below 18 inches; that would make it an NFA short-barreled shotgun. A few states regulate shotguns with folding stocks, pistol grips or magazine capacity, and some localities require permits for any long gun. Pennsylvania buyers clear the PICS check at the dealer. Check your state and local law before ordering.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Rock Island Armory (RIA-USA), made in USA
- Model: PK-12 Pak-Out Long
- UPC: 850071011098
- Gauge: 12, 3 in. shells
- Action: Spring-assisted pump
- Capacity: 4+1
- Barrel: 18.5 in.
- Overall length: 37.25 in. open, 26 in. folded
- Weight: 6.7 lb
- Receiver: Anodized aluminum, folding
- Grip: Fixed polymer pistol grip with shell holder
- Sights: Blade front with silver rod, rear notch on takedown
- Trigger: 5 to 8 lb
- Chokes: Remington-pattern threads (per American Rifleman)
Before You Buy
Federal law requires shotgun buyers to be at least 18 years old to purchase from a licensed dealer, and this shotgun ships to your chosen FFL, where you complete the ATF Form 4473 and background check before pickup.
Who It Is For
The Rock Island Armory Pak-Out Long 12ga is a great fit for campers, boaters, ranchers and anyone who wants a full-power 12 gauge that stores in a small space without NFA paperwork.
Buy the Rock Island Armory Pak-Out Long 12ga at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Rock Island Armory Pak-Out Long 12ga online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more shotguns. For factory details, visit Rock Island Armory.
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