DAEWOO USAS-12 for Sale

Quick Look

The Daewoo USAS-12 was developed in South Korea in the late 1980s as a military and law enforcement combat shotgun. Built for high-volume fire and rugged reliability, it uses a gas-operated, selective-fire system. Though rare in the civilian market due to import restrictions, it holds a cult status among collectors and enthusiasts seeking unique tactical shotguns.

Why It's a Top Choice

• Fully-automatic combat shotgun design for military roles
• Detachable 10-round magazine or optional 20-round drum
• Gas-operated system reduces felt recoil
• Built for reliability under extreme conditions
• Highly collectible due to import bans

Key Variants

USAS-12 Semi Auto

Designed for civilian use, this semi-automatic version retains the same combat roots without full-auto capability.

USAS-12 Full Auto

Originally intended for military/law enforcement, it's extremely rare and NFA-regulated in the U.S.

USAS-12 Factory Drum

An OEM 20-round drum magazine configuration, boosting capacity for sustained fire roles.

Competitor Comparison

Best Use Cases

• Tactical collection
• NFA-regulated full-auto setups
• Close-quarters combat training (military/law)
• Rare-use range sessions
• High-value firearms investment

FAQs

Can I legally own a Daewoo USAS-12 in the U.S.?

Some units are transferable as NFA items; most are import-restricted or strictly for LE/military use.

What is the magazine capacity of the USAS-12?

The USAS-12 typically uses 10-round box magazines or optional 20-round drum magazines.

How does the Daewoo USAS-12 compare to the Saiga-12?

The USAS-12 offers select-fire capability and more mass, while the Saiga is semi-auto and lighter.