Range Day at SHOT Show 2026 is where weird ideas either flop or quietly impress. At the Rock Island Armory bay, the new PK-12 “Pak-Out” landed firmly in the second camp.
This is a 12-gauge pump gun built around one idea: shrink it down without turning it into a gimmick.
Unfolded, the Pak-Out measures 37.25 inches. Folded, it collapses to roughly 18.5 inches. Small enough to stash in a backpack without feeling like you’re hauling plumbing. The trick is a clever folding system that locks at the rear sight, then swings the stock over cleanly. No awkward muzzle gymnastics, no circus act.
Once it’s open, it’s a straightforward pump shotgun with a pistol grip, adjustable stock, and onboard shell storage. Capacity is 4+1, feeding 3-inch shells through an 18.5-inch barrel.
The real curveball? The action.
This is a spring-assisted pump, meaning once you pull it rearward and release, the forend drives itself forward and chambers the next round. It’s not semi-auto, but it’s noticeably smoother and faster than your average pump, especially under stress or rapid cycling.
At 6.7 pounds, the Pak-Out stays manageable, and the overall setup feels aimed at personal protection, truck-gun duty, or compact storage rather than turning heads on a clay field. It’s not flashy. It’s just different, and different in a way that makes sense.
We see a lot of “innovation” at SHOT. This one earns the label.
Key Specs of Rock Island Armory Pak-Out
- Caliber: 12 Gauge
- Action: Spring-Assisted Pump
- Capacity: 4+1
- Barrel: 18.5″
- Overall Length: 37.25″ (18.5″ folded)
- Weight: 6.7 lbs
- Chamber: Up to 3″ shells
- Purpose: Personal protection, recreational shooting, hunting
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