KS-23 Shotgun Ammo for Sale
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Winchester Ammunition Super-X 125 gr Silvertip Jacketed Hollow Point 9x23mm Win Ammo, 50/box - X923W
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Silvertip Jacketed Hollow Point
Caliber:
9x23mm WIN
Grains:
125 grain
Rounds:
50
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Win Usa 9x23win 124gr Jsp 50/box
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
JACKETED SOFT POINT (JSP)
Caliber:
9x23mm WIN
Grains:
124 grain
Rounds:
50
From:
$50.29
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Frequently Asked Questions
KS-23 Shotgun Ammo for Sale
Does the KS-23 shoot 4 gauge?
Yes, the KS-23 fires 4 gauge ammunition, equivalent to 23mm. It is the world's largest bore shotgun, developed in the Soviet Union for military and riot control use.
Is it legal to own a KS-23?
KS-23 ownership legality varies by country. In the United States, its 23mm bore exceeds the legal smoothbore limit, classifying it as a destructive device under the National Firearms Act, making civilian ownership effectively prohibited. Russian export restrictions and U.S. import bans further limit availability elsewhere.
How many shells can a KS-23 hold?
The KS-23 holds three shells in its tubular magazine, plus one in the chamber, for a total capacity of four rounds.
What makes the KS-23 shotgun unique?
Soviet pump-action shotgun firing 23mm rounds, giving it the largest bore of any production shotgun. Built from rejected aircraft cannon barrels, it was developed for military and riot control use and remains in production at Tulsky Oruzheiny Zavod.
Is the KS-23 used by military or police?
Russian police forces adopted the KS-23 in 1985 for riot control and internal security operations. Both military and law enforcement agencies use it. Russia officially designates it as a carbine, not a shotgun. It is produced by a Russian military and internal security firearms manufacturer.
Is the KS-23 in Tarkov?
Yes, the KS-23 is in Escape from Tarkov. It is a pump-action carbine that fires 23x75mm shells and is one of the largest shotguns in the game.
What does KS-23 stand for?
KS stands for Karabin Spetsialniy, Russian for "Special Carbine." The 23 refers to its 23mm caliber. This Russian pump-action shotgun fires the largest bore rounds of any production shotgun and was designed for military and riot control use.