TOZ-34E
Tula Arms Plant · Shotgun · In Production · 1969
Also known as: TOZ-34 E, TOZ-34-E
Overview
The TOZ-34E is the selective-ejector variant of the Tula Arms Plant TOZ-34, a Soviet and Russian over/under double-barreled hunting shotgun. It retains the base gun's vertically stacked pair of chrome-lined smoothbore barrels, lightweight break-action receiver, double triggers and manual safety, but adds an ejector mechanism that automatically throws spent cases clear of the chambers when the action is opened while merely lifting unfired cartridges for extraction. Chambered most commonly in 12 gauge with a 70 mm chamber, it is prized by hunters for its balance, chrome-lined bores and quick reloading.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3300 g (116.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1160 mm (45.67") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Trigger |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Chrome Lined Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Trigger Block
- Features: Selective Ejectors, Over Under Barrels, Chrome Lined Bores, Fixed Chokes, Removable Forend, Pistol Grip Stock
Base model
Production
Production years: 1969-present
Produced as one of several TOZ-34 grades; the TOZ-34 family exceeds one million units across all versions.
Origin
Country of origin: Russia
Designer: N. I. Korovyakov
Notes
The 'E' suffix (from the Russian ejektor) denotes the selective automatic ejector; the base TOZ-34 uses simple extraction. Further sub-grades include the ornamented TOZ-34EP and rubber-recoil-pad TOZ-34ER.
Background
The single letter 'E' on a TOZ-34 marks the coveted ejector version: pop the action after a double and the empties leap out on their own, a small luxury that made it the reload-fast favorite of Soviet driven-hunt shooters.