The Mossberg 500 Turkey is a pump-action 12-gauge shotgun with a 20-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber, and a 6-round capacity (5+1). It weighs 7.3 lbs. and measures 36.5 inches overall. The stock is a six-position adjustable synthetic in Mossy Oak Obsession camo. The front sight is an adjustable fiber optic. An X-Factor ported choke is included. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Mossberg 
• Model: 500 Turkey 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds (5+1) 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Chamber Size: 3 inches 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs (116 oz) 
• Overall Length: 36.5 inches 
• Sights: Adjustable Fiber Optic Front Sight 
• Stock Type: 6-position adjustable synthetic in Mossy Oak Obsession camo finish 
   

Detailed Features 

The pump action cycles reliably with turkey loads across a 3-inch chamber. The six-position adjustable synthetic stock accommodates different shooter sizes and lengths of pull. The adjustable fiber optic front sight helps with target acquisition at dawn and dusk. The Mossy Oak Obsession pattern blends well in spring turkey timber environments. The X-Factor ported choke tightens shot patterns for turkey distances while the porting helps manage felt recoil.

Mossberg 500 Turkey Hunter feedback comes primarily from turkey hunters, and the picture is largely positive.

The adjustable camo stock draws consistent praise. Hunters appreciate being able to dial in the fit for different shooting positions, and the Mossy Oak Obsession pattern is well-regarded for spring turkey environments.

The light weight at 7.3 lbs. and reliable pump action are mentioned repeatedly as practical advantages during long sits or while navigating terrain to set up a blind.

Accuracy with appropriate turkey loads and the X-Factor choke is generally described as solid. Pairing the right ammunition with the choke is the key variable most owners discuss.

The fiber optic front sight gets positive marks for low-light use during early morning and late afternoon hunts.

Recoil management comes up as a concern for some users, particularly newer shotgun shooters or those running heavier magnum turkey loads. A few discussions mention considering a softer recoil pad as an early upgrade.

Some hunters suggest adding aftermarket optic mounts for turkey-specific scopes or red dots, finding the factory fiber optic adequate but not ideal for precise shots at longer ranges.