The Mossberg 500 Slugster is a pump-action slug shotgun configured for slug shooting, hunting, and range use. It pairs a fully rifled 24-inch barrel with adjustable rifle sights to support more precise single-projectile performance. The design emphasizes durability and simple, serviceable controls for field and range environments.
Key Specifications
- The action is a pump-action design engineered for reliable manual cycling and simple field maintenance.
- The barrel measures 24 inches and features a fully rifled bore intended to improve slug accuracy.
- The chamber accepts a maximum cartridge length of 3 inches.
- The magazine plus chamber is listed with a total capacity of 5+1.
- The barrel and receiver finish is listed as matte blue.
- The stock is a fixed field-style black synthetic with checkering and an included recoil pad.
- Sighting is provided by adjustable rifle sights for precision sight-in with slugs.
- The overall length is listed as 43.5 inches and the manufacturer’s listed weight is 7 pounds.
- The barrel’s stated twist rate is 1-in-36″.
With a rifled 24-inch barrel and adjustable rifle sights, the 500 Slugster is intended to deliver improved single-projectile accuracy for hunters and range shooters using slugs. The proven 500-series pump platform provides straightforward controls and robust mechanical simplicity for reliable service in field conditions. Its synthetic stock and matte finish favor low maintenance and practical use in outdoor environments.





