Tokarev TBP-12
The Tokarev TBP-12 is a magazine-fed bullpup 12 gauge shotgun built to be one of the most affordable entries into the compact bullpup category. Moving the action behind the grip trims overall length while keeping a full 18.5” barrel, and the TBP-12 backs that up with flip-up sights, three interchangeable chokes, and a Picatinny top rail — real features at a price that undercuts most of the bullpup competition.
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What Is the Tokarev TBP-12?
The TBP-12 is Tokarev USA’s bullpup shotgun — a 12 gauge, magazine-fed semi-auto that relocates the action behind the trigger group to shorten the overall length without sacrificing barrel length. It’s built in Turkey and imported by Tokarev USA as an entry-level alternative to pricier bullpup shotguns on the market.
TBP-12 Specs: Barrel, Capacity, and Sights
The TBP-12 ships with an 18.5” barrel and a 3” chamber, feeding from a detachable box magazine with 5+1 capacity. Flip-up front and rear sights come standard, along with three interchangeable choke tubes for adjusting pattern to the application. A top Picatinny rail allows an optic to be added for faster target transitions. The TBP-12 is available in black, FDE, and OD Green finishes, with some variants adding a cheek-riser-compatible stock for a more consistent sight picture with an optic mounted.
TBP-12 vs. Rock Island VRBP100: Comparing Budget Bullpup Shotguns
The TBP-12 competes directly with the Rock Island VRBP100 in the budget bullpup 12 gauge space. Both are magazine-fed bullpups with similar barrel lengths and mission — maximum compactness without giving up a full-length barrel. Buyers choosing between them are largely comparing fit, finish, and price point rather than any major functional difference; both follow the same basic bullpup formula.
Is the TBP-12 a Good Value?
For buyers who want a genuinely compact 12 gauge and are comfortable with a budget-tier shotgun’s fit and finish, the TBP-12 delivers real features — multiple chokes, flip-up sights, an optics rail — that some competitors charge considerably more for. It’s not trying to compete with premium bullpup shotguns on build quality, but as a functional, compact 12 gauge at an accessible price, it covers the basics well.
Frequently Asked Questions: Tokarev TBP-12
What gauge is the Tokarev TBP-12?
The TBP-12 is a 12 gauge shotgun with a 3” chamber.
How many rounds does the TBP-12 hold?
The TBP-12 feeds from a detachable box magazine with a 5+1 capacity.
What’s the difference between the Tokarev TBP-12 and the Rock Island VRBP100?
Both are budget-friendly magazine-fed bullpup 12 gauge shotguns with similar barrel lengths and capacities. The choice mostly comes down to fit, finish, and price rather than a major functional difference. See our Rock Island VRBP100 page for a direct comparison.
Does the TBP-12 accept optics?
Yes. It has a top Picatinny rail for mounting a red dot or other optic, in addition to its standard flip-up sights.
See Also: Tokarev USA • Rock Island VRBP100 • Semi-Auto Shotguns
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