NeoStead 2000
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The NeoStead 2000 is a combat shotgun
developed by Truvelo Armoury
of South Africa.
The NS2000 has been used in trial runs for a few years by special forces like the British SAS
and there are hopes at NeoStead that larger weapons manufacturers will license the production rights. Production of the shotgun began in 2001 and the first models were made available in October of that year. It is notable due to its unusual forward pump action.
The firearm includes a 22.5-inch (572mm) barrel despite the overall weapon length of just 27 inches (686mm). The short length makes the weapon easier to handle in close-quarters situations; however, unlike most firearms of this type, it can still remain accurate at relatively long ranges. The long barrel length is achieved by using a bullpup
configuration, with a rear-fed tubular magazine.
Another aspect of the NS2000 is its dual six-round magazines. The selector switch can be set to left, right, or alternating. In riot conditions, for example, less-lethal flexible baton round
s can be used with standard rounds in reserve.
A possible production variant of the NS2000 has an 18-inch barrel in a weapon with an overall length of 22 inches. The shorter length reduced the magazine capacity to 5+5 rounds and makes the weapon easier to import or license in many countries.
Its pump mechanism operates in a forward-back motion due to its moving-barrel mechanism, instead of the traditional moving-action. This method of operation is quite rare, being used only by a select few shotguns.
The NS2000 has been available for civilian purchase since 2003, with the majority of sales being in Europe. The NS2000 is classed as a non-restricted firearm in Canada. However, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
in the USA does not yet allow imports of the weapon.
Combat shotgun
A combat shotgun is a shotgun that is intended for use in an offensive role, typically by a military force. The earliest shotguns specifically designed for combat were the trench guns or trench shotguns issued in World War I...
developed by Truvelo Armoury
Truvelo Armoury
Truvelo Armoury is a South African firearms manufacturer. It is a division of Truvelo Manufacturers Ltd and was established in 1994. The company produces a range of rifles and other small arms for military, law enforcement and civilian users.-Products:...
of South Africa.
The NS2000 has been used in trial runs for a few years by special forces like the British SAS
Special Air Service
Special Air Service or SAS is a corps of the British Army constituted on 31 May 1950. They are part of the United Kingdom Special Forces and have served as a model for the special forces of many other countries all over the world...
and there are hopes at NeoStead that larger weapons manufacturers will license the production rights. Production of the shotgun began in 2001 and the first models were made available in October of that year. It is notable due to its unusual forward pump action.
Design and production
The NS2000 is a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun weighing in at just over 3 kg, designed primarily for security and civil disturbance situations.The firearm includes a 22.5-inch (572mm) barrel despite the overall weapon length of just 27 inches (686mm). The short length makes the weapon easier to handle in close-quarters situations; however, unlike most firearms of this type, it can still remain accurate at relatively long ranges. The long barrel length is achieved by using a bullpup
Bullpup
Bullpups are firearm configurations in which the action is located behind the trigger group and alongside the shooter's face, so there is no wasted space for the buttstock as in conventional designs. This permits a shorter firearm length for the same barrel length for improved maneuverability, and...
configuration, with a rear-fed tubular magazine.
Another aspect of the NS2000 is its dual six-round magazines. The selector switch can be set to left, right, or alternating. In riot conditions, for example, less-lethal flexible baton round
Flexible baton round
A bean bag round, also known by its trademarked name flexible baton round, is a baton round fired as a shotgun shell used for less lethal apprehension of suspects.-Description:...
s can be used with standard rounds in reserve.
A possible production variant of the NS2000 has an 18-inch barrel in a weapon with an overall length of 22 inches. The shorter length reduced the magazine capacity to 5+5 rounds and makes the weapon easier to import or license in many countries.
Its pump mechanism operates in a forward-back motion due to its moving-barrel mechanism, instead of the traditional moving-action. This method of operation is quite rare, being used only by a select few shotguns.
The NS2000 has been available for civilian purchase since 2003, with the majority of sales being in Europe. The NS2000 is classed as a non-restricted firearm in Canada. However, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is a federal law enforcement organization within the United States Department of Justice...
in the USA does not yet allow imports of the weapon.