Baikal MP-155
Baikal (Izhevsk Mechanical Plant) · Shotgun · In Production · 2011
Also known as: MP-155, MR-155, IzhMekh MP-155
Overview
The Baikal MP-155 is a Russian gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 12 gauge, produced by the Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (part of the Kalashnikov Concern) since 2011. A successor to the MP-153, it uses an annular gas piston around the magazine tube with a self-adjusting gas system that cycles reliably with everything from light sporting loads to heavy 3-inch Magnum cartridges. It feeds from a tubular magazine, accepts interchangeable choke tubes, and is offered with a range of barrel lengths for hunting and clay-target use.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3250 g (114.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1290 mm (50.79") |
| Barrel Length | 750 mm (29.53") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tubular |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety
- Features: Self Adjusting Gas System, Interchangeable Choke Tubes, Magnum Capable, Tubular Magazine, Chrome Lined Barrel
Variants
- Baikal MP-155K — Tactical
Service history
Operators
- Civilian hunters and sport shooters
Production
Production years: 2011-present
In continuous production at the Izhevsk Mechanical Plant; widely exported as a hunting and sporting shotgun.
Origin
Country of origin: Russia
Notes
Marketed in some export markets simply as the MP-155. The MP-155K is a tactical, box-magazine-fed variant with a Picatinny rail and pistol-grip stock.
Background
The MP-155 was developed as a refinement of the MP-153, lightening the action and adding a self-regulating gas system so the same gun could cycle light target loads and heavy Magnum hunting cartridges without manual adjustment.