The Stoeger M3000 is a semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 12 gauge with an 18.5-inch barrel. It holds 4 rounds and ships with a pistol grip stock in a black finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Stoeger 
• Model: M3000 
• Caliber: 12 GA 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 4 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inch 
• Color/Finish: Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• 18.5-inch barrel length 
• 4-round capacity 
• Pistol grip stock configuration 
• Black finish throughout 
• Semi-automatic operation in 12 gauge

Owners of the M3000 in the 18.5-inch pistol grip configuration often choose it for home defense, and most report reliable cycling with standard promotional loads. A recurring comment is that the pistol grip without a stock takes some practice to manage comfortably, particularly for new shotgun users.

Build quality on the M3000 is generally well regarded for its price tier. Fit and finish on some units gets mixed marks, with occasional reports of rough edges on controls, but function is rarely an issue over extended use.

The 4-round capacity is modest by comparison to tube-fed alternatives, and a portion of owners eventually add a magazine extension. Recoil with the pistol grip configuration draws honest feedback that it is more noticeable than with a full stock, which users tend to either accept or work around with a recoil-reducing buffer.