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It looks like Remington V3 shotgun—but it's not. Legally defined as a firearm, V3 Tac-13 features a 13" barrel and a bird's head grip, chambers 2 3/4" and 3" shells, and is the first in its class of semi-automatic firearms of this nature. Many more details are available in this video hosted byAmerican Rifleman's Mark Keefe, who was offered an early look at the firearm. Check out this 2019 SHOT Show primer to learn more.
Despite the incredible array of polymer-frame, striker-fired, semi-automatic handguns on the market, the classic revolver not only refuses to die, it has seen something of a resurgence in recent years.
For 2026, the semi-automatic shotgun market has seen even more growth, with some manufacturers expanding their current offerings and other makers entering the marketplace with novel designs.
For the past 100 years, the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) has established the standards that ensure our safety when using modern shotshells, cartridges, firearms and more.