The Stoeger P3000 is a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun with a 28-inch barrel and Realtree Max-5 camo finish on stock and forend. It holds 4 rounds, weighs 6.9 lbs, and measures 49.5 inches overall. Ships with a modified choke. Sights are a red-bar front only. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: P3000 
• UPC: 037084318141 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 4 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Weight: 6.9 lbs. 
• Finish/Stock: Camo (Realtree Max-5) 
• Overall Length: 49.5 inches 
• Chokes: Modified (M) 
• Type of Sights: Red-bar front sight 
• Length of Pull: 14-1/8 inches 
• Drop at Heel: 2-1/2 inches 
• Drop at Comb: 1-1/2 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 28-inch barrel gives a longer sighting plane suited for upland and waterfowl hunting where longer shots are common. The modified choke covers a broad range of hunting applications without needing to swap tubes constantly. Realtree Max-5 is a waterfowl-oriented pattern that breaks up the outline well in marsh and blind environments. 
 
The pump action is straightforward and cycles reliably across standard and heavy loads. Stock dimensions (14-1/8 inch LOP, 1-1/2 drop at comb, 2-1/2 drop at heel) fit an average shooter without alteration. At 6.9 lbs the gun is in the typical range for a field-length pump, not particularly heavy or light.

The P3000 in Realtree Max-5 gets mostly favorable feedback from hunters and entry-level buyers, with some realistic limitations acknowledged.

Value is the consistent theme. At its price point it cycles reliably, handles a variety of 12-gauge loads, and wears the Realtree Max-5 pattern well for the intended waterfowl and upland use. Recoil management is generally rated as acceptable for hunting use. It's not a soft-shooting gun, but nothing unusual for a 6.9 lb field pump either.

Build quality comparisons to higher-end pumps come up frequently. Finish and fit are adequate for a field gun in this price tier but don't match what you get from Mossberg 500 or Remington 870 offerings at similar price points. Some owners note this; others are satisfied given the cost difference. Weight is occasionally mentioned as feeling slightly heavier than expected for extended carry.

Bottom line: a practical, affordable pump shotgun that performs reliably for hunting. If you need a duty-grade gun for heavy daily use, the comparison to more established platforms is worth doing, but for seasonal hunting the P3000 holds its own.