The Rock Island VR70 delivers AR-15 ergonomics in a reliable 12-gauge platform designed for tactical applications and competitive shooting. This semi-automatic shotgun combines familiar controls with proven box magazine feeding for rapid target engagement.
What Makes This Different
Unlike traditional tube-fed shotguns, the VR70 utilizes detachable box magazines that enable faster reloads and consistent feeding. The AR-style controls and ambidextrous safety provide intuitive operation for shooters already familiar with modern sporting rifles. The 20-inch barrel length optimizes velocity while maintaining maneuverability in confined spaces.
Key Features
- AR-15 style controls with familiar manual of arms
- Detachable 5-round box magazine with rapid reload capability
- 20-inch barrel with fixed cylinder bore choke
- Picatinny rail system for optics and accessories
- Synthetic stock and handguard for weather resistance
- Ambidextrous safety selector for left and right-handed shooters
- Compatible with 2¾-inch and 3-inch 12-gauge shells
The VR70 excels in 3-gun competition where speed and reliability matter most. Law enforcement agencies appreciate the familiar controls that reduce training time, while hunters find the magazine system advantageous for quick follow-up shots on moving game. The gas-operated action cycles reliably with both light target loads and heavy buckshot.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12-gauge, 3-inch chamber
- Capacity: 5+1 rounds with included magazine
- Barrel Length: 20 inches, fixed cylinder choke
- Overall Length: 40 inches
- Weight: Approximately 7.5 pounds
- Stock: Synthetic with adjustable length of pull
- Action: Semi-automatic, gas-operated
- Safety: Ambidextrous cross-bolt type
- Rail: Full-length Picatinny top rail
- Finish: Matte black synthetic and steel
The VR70 represents practical engineering focused on performance rather than gimmicks. Shooters who need reliable magazine-fed operation in a 12-gauge platform will find this shotgun delivers consistent results. The proven gas system and quality construction ensure dependable function across various ammunition types.