Century Arms BP-12
Century Arms · Shotgun · In Production · 2017
Overview
The Century Arms BP-12 (marketed as the Centurion BP-12) is a gas-operated, magazine-fed bullpup semi-automatic shotgun chambered for 12-gauge 3-inch shells, imported from Turkey. Its bullpup layout keeps overall length under 30 inches while retaining a 20-inch barrel. It feeds from detachable 5-round box magazines, ships with two interchangeable gas pistons (for 2-3/4-inch and 3-inch shells), flip-up sights, a side Picatinny mount, and an interchangeable choke system.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3400 g (119.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 749 mm (29.49") |
| Barrel Length | 508 mm (20.00") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12 ga, 12 bore
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Trigger Safety
- Features: Bullpup Configuration, Detachable Box Magazine Fed, Interchangeable Chokes, Flip Up Sights, Side Picatinny Rail, Interchangeable Gas Pistons, 3 Inch Chamber, Ak Style Controls
Service history
Operators
- US civilian market · adopted 2017
Production
Production years: 2017-present
Origin
Country of origin: Turkey
Notes
MSRP approximately $499. SKU SG3960-N. Bullpup, AK-style controls, detachable-magazine-fed. 20-inch barrel, under 30-inch overall length. 3-inch chamber. Made in Turkey.