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ATI Bulldog Features
- Modular bullpup configuration
- Tactical mag-fed design
- Available in 12, 20 and .410 gauge
- 18.5-inch barrel with ported shroud
- 3-inch chamber
- Includes 3-piece choke tube set
- AR-style charging handle
- Top and bottom Picatinny rails
- MLOK attachment slots
- Adjustable and removable open iron sights
- Adjustable cheek rest
- 5-round detachable box magazine with Picatinny cut out
- Intuitive push-button magazine release
- Offered in black, FDE and OD green
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American Tactical Bulldog Specifications
Note: The following specs are particularly for the ATI Bulldog with model no ATIG12BDB. Some of the specifications like caliber and color may be different on other models/variants of the shotgun.
Manufacturer | American Tactical Imports |
Model/Series | Bulldog |
Model Number | ATIG12BDB |
Action | Semi-Automatic |
Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
Magazine Capacity | 5 |
Magazines Included | One (1) |
Receiver Material | Aluminum |
Receiver Finish | Black |
Handguard/Forend Material | Polymer |
Forend Finish | Black |
Grip Type | Pistol Grip |
Stock Description | Fixed Black Synthetic |
Stock Material | Synthetic |
Stock Finish | Black |
Recoil Pad | Yes |
Safety | Internal |
Barrel Length | 18.5 in. | 46.99 cm |
Barrel Material | Steel |
Barrel Finish | Black |
Chokes Included | 3 |
Chamber Length | 3 in. | 7.62 cm |
Sights | Adjustable Open |
Sight Type | Iron Sights |
Swivel Studs | No |
Orientation/Hand | Right |
Overall Length | 26.0 in. | 66.04 cm |
Weight | 4.5 lbs. | 72 oz. |
Applications | Home Defense, Hunting, Tactical |
ATI Bulldog Description
The Bulldog bullpup shotgun is the amazing result of partnership between American Tactical Imports and Turkish firearm manufacturer PARS MFG. Brought to the shores of the U.S. in 2020, this latest ATI import flaunts a new age look and a modular design that is a perfect fit for all types of firearms enthusiasts.
Made of durable steel, the 18.5-inch barrel of this American Tactical Bulldog sports a ported shroud; the chamber is designed for 3-inch shells; and the included 3-piece choke tube set is one that will be appreciated by avid shotgunners.
Thanks to its bullpup configuration, this firearm is able to maintain its non-NFA configuration of an 18.5-inch barrel while keeping overall length down to just 26 inches. In other words, the ATI Bulldog semi auto bullpup shotgun cuts down on overall length in a way that is not possible with other shotgun configurations.
The charging handle is in the AR style for easy loading; to enable you mount your choice of compatible red-dot optics, a Picatinny rail of generous length is mounted on top of the ATI Bulldog 12 gauge; a shorter Picatinny rail is also present at the bottom, and together with the MLOK rails slots built into the forend, makes it possible to attach a greater variety of tactical accessories to the bullpup shotgun.
More features include a fixed synthetic stock with recoil pad; an adjustable cheek rest; adjustable as well as removable open iron sights for quick target acquisition with the ATI bullpup shotgun; a trigger which is more like a Mil-Spec AR trigger than a shotgun one, and which is without grit or excessive travel; as well as an easy-access quick release button that makes magazine changes fast and seamless.
The detachable, 5-round mag itself is equally unique in design. This ATI Bulldog magazine features a Picatinny cutout on the floorplate, which makes it possible to use a spare one as a foregrip by attaching it to the forward accessory rail located below the handguard.
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While many users may not have the need to actually do this, the ability to turn an extra magazine, whether full or empty, into a forward grip in seconds, makes the bullpup 12ga American Tactical Bulldog an even more versatile shotgun.
One magazine of 5-round capacity ships with the firearm, but the manufacturer also offers 10-round magazines which can be purchased separately.
Read the “Additional Information” section farther below for even more insight into the features and components of this ATI bullpup shotgun.
ATI Bulldog 12 Gauge for Sale
If what you’ve been looking for is a cheap bullpup which nonetheless performs impressively, the ATI Bulldog fits the bill quite nicely. This bullpup shotgun price – as of time of writing – ranges between $350 and $420 depending on dealer, variant, and a few other factors. This is no doubt a very reasonable price given not just the performance of the firearm, but its clever design, cool look, versatility and ease of customization.
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Remember that if it is currently not in stock at any of the preferred dealer website(s), you can either choose to backorder the bullpup 12ga shotgun, or opt in to be notified when it is back in stock.
Also, be sure to check out the “Variants” section further below for different versions of the firearm to consider.
Note: While on the product page, look out for any shipping restrictions or NFA rules which may apply before you purchase the ATI Bulldog.
ATI Bullpup Shotgun Additional Information
Bullpup Design
Perhaps the simplest description for bullpups is that they are firearms on which the action is located behind the trigger. In an AR-15 for example, the action is placed above the trigger in the lower receiver.
The advantage of this bullpup configuration of the American Tactical Bulldog is that overall length is decreased without barrel length being affected; as a result, you can have a longer barrel in a shorter platform.
With overall length reduced, a bullpup shotgun or rifle becomes more maneuverable in close quarters.
The idea behind designing it in the bullpup pattern with its action at the rear is to make the ATI Bulldog a more tactical mag-fed shotgun which, though it is smaller than most shotguns on the market, packs a heavy punch because it is able to retain a longer barrel for greater velocity even with a shorter stock.
Sights
Open and adjustable, the iron sights factory-installed on this ATI bullpup shotgun work accurately out to 50 to 75 yards approximately, depending on the target. As they are open sights, they also offer the additional benefit of a broader field of vision which can be quite advantageous in CQC (close-quarters combat) scenarios.
The adjustable comb pad at its rear allows users of the American Tactical Bulldog to find a comfortable fit that provides an easy sight picture regardless of optic configuration.
Recoil
Depending on the load in use, 12 gauge shotguns tend to produce more recoil than 20 gauge ones. Due to its shorter stock, this firearm does not come with an elaborate recoil pad, and so the ATI Bulldog may deliver more felt recoil than other shotguns of similar caliber with a longer stock and fuller recoil pad. This is, however, not a problem or anything to be worried about.
Applications
This bullpup 12ga can be used for multiple purposes, including hunting small to medium game like waterfowl and whitetail deer respectively; sporting clays; home defense; and tactical or special operations. Its maneuverability and ease of customization with accessories make it especially suitable for the last two applications.
The ATI Bulldog 12 gauge can as well be used to train at the range, or just as a truck gun.
Recommended Ammunition
- Migra Custom Waterfowl Ammo: 12 gauge and 20 gauge
- Fiocchi Golden Waterfowl Ammo: 12 gauge
- Hornady Critical Defense 00 Buck Ammo: 12 gauge
- Winchester Super-X 00 Buck Ammo: 12 gauge 3 inches or 2.75 inches
- Federal Power-Shok Rifled Slug: 12 gauge or 20 gauge
Consider the loads above for use with your new ATI Bulldog. They cover a range of applications, including medium and small game hunting, home defense, target shooting, etc.
User Manual
If you’re interested in learning how to load, unload, assemble, disassemble, and maintain this bullpup shotgun even before you buy it, download the user manual.
Warranty
ATI offers a Limited Lifetime Warranty for all their products which are currently available. For more information regarding this, access this page.
ATI Bulldog Reviews
The ATI bullpup shotgun is the choice of many, not just because it’s a cheap bullpup, but also because its quality and performance meets and even surpasses expectations. Below are some corroborating reviews of the firearm available on the web:
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“Great shotgun. Well built and shoots great”
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“Great buy. Really a great balance and easy to put on target. Love it”
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“Good runner. Be sure to only run heavy loads (buck or better) or it won’t cycle all the time. It loves 00 buck for sure. Kicks like a shouldered barrel should, and is deadly accurate with the UTG irons I put on it. Don’t bother with a drum mag, it’s just too heavy. You can get 3 10rd mags cheaper, and it’s still wieldy that way. Bought mine from a local shop, but PSA hasn’t let me down on anything else I’ve ordered.”
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“This shotgun is a great weapon for hone defense. Def need to buy the ten round mag for at home use. Also make a twenty round drum that work well for some outdoor fun. Weapon is well built put a reflex sightbon it and your good to go. Great product I would recommend to everyone that want a shotgun for the house.”
More ATI Bulldog bullpup shotgun reviews follow:
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“Finley got the time to shoot this and I love it. I was fretting about the kick because of two shoulder surgeries and I didn’t trash it again. My worries were unfounded fired 50 rounds 3″ slugs and kick was not much more than my AR15. Fired without any hiccups and was real fun to shoot.”
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“The shotgun itself is great and functions flawlessly. The fit is good and the finish is ok. I plan to put upgraded optics on it. Bang for the buck, this SGA is awesome! PSA customer service is great as usual.:
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“Absolutely love this! Great right out of the box without any issues. Looking forward to including the drum and adding some extra razzle dazzle to it. My dad even wants one and can’t stop smiling after shooting it. It takes home defense to a whole new level. I mean the traditional shot gun is nice but home intruders won’t know what the heck happened after getting hit with this. I mean rapid fire from an AR style shotgun? Whoa.”
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“A little heavier than I imagined, but that’s OK. I was worried about so many reviews and complaints about FTFs and FTEs from similar Bullpups but>>> OUT OF THE BOX fired 50 rounds without a single issue. This is the one to buy!”
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ATI Bulldog 12 Gauge Variants
As mentioned earlier, the ATI bullpup shotgun is offered in 12 gauge, 20 gauge and .410 gauge. Three colors are also available, including black, flat dark earth (FDE), and OD green.
Here is the 20-gauge variant (ATIG20BDB) of our focus bullpup 12ga black shotgun (ATIG12BDB). Other variants are highlighted below:
ATI Bulldog 18.5in 5rd Tan Semi-Automatic Shotgun: 12 gauge (ATIG12BDT) and 20 gauge (ATIG20BDT)
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ATI Bulldog 18.5in 5rd Green Semi-Automatic Shotgun: 12 gauge (ATIG12BDG) and 20 gauge (ATIG20BDG)
![ATI Bulldog OD Green](https://armsintel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ATIG12BDG-1024x374.jpg)
ATI Bulldog .410Ga 18.5in 5rd Black Semi-Automatic Shotgun (ATIG410BDB)
![ATI Bulldog .410 Gauge](https://armsintel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ATIG410BDB.jpg)
ATI Bulldog Accessories
This weapon is built to be customized with aftermarket upgrades which enable better performance and make your shooting more enjoyable. Check out the following American Tactical 12 gauge Bulldog accessories. Most of them are, of course, also compatible with other calibers of the bullpup shotgun, but where that is not the case, the caliber-specific variants of the item are also linked.
ATI Bulldog Magazine
Magazines are as important as the firearms they are meant for, and having spares is never a bad idea. The factory ATI Bulldog 12 gauge magazine is available, and you can buy as many as you wish in either 5-round or 10-round capacities.
If you purchased any of the 20 gauge or .410 gauge variants, spare or replacement 5 and 10-round ATI bullpup shotgun mags, which of course look just like the ones above, are also available for your preferred caliber.
For the 20 gauge bullpup, you can buy the 5-round mag, 10-round mag, or both of course. Same goes for the .410 gauge which is also offered in 5-round and 10-round capacities.
Bear in mind that the ATI Bulldog magazine which features the Picatinny cutout at its base, and which you can convert to a foregrip as a result, is the 5-round variant.
Other ATI Bulldog Accessories
SureFire MasterFire XH30 Ultra High Dual Output LED Weapon Light
Especially for home defense and tactical uses of the ATI Bulldog, a weapon-mounted light can be indispensable. The experts at Surefire are proud to offer the MasterFire weapon-mounted light which features include 1000 lumens of LED light output; Total Internal Reflection (TIR) lens that creates far-reaching, high intensity beam with ample surround light; integral ambidextrous momentary- and constant-on switching; and more.
This American Tactical Bulldog upgrade is also O-ring and gasket sealed, providing weatherproof performance, and is designed to attach securely to both Universal and Picatinny accessory rails.
Vortex Crossfire II 1×22 mm 2 MOA Reflex Red Dot Sight
When your AR-15, shotgun, or rimfire needs a simple point of aim and none of the frills, the Crossfire II is your best bet. Compatible with the ATI Bulldog 12 gauge and other calibers, it will serve your hunting, tactical, and outdoor needs, day or night, as it features 11 brightness setting levels for use in low-light, twilight, and less-than-ideal conditions.
This no-nonsense sight with a 50,000-hour battery life offers a 2 MOA dot that is quick to acquire in close-quarters, while remaining fine enough to promote pin-point accuracy at extended range.
Leapers UTG Instant Target Aiming BullDot Green Laser
An expanded laser dot with an 8″ diameter, this ATI Bulldog bullpup shotgun upgrade provides instant target placement at 50 yards. Though compact, it provides rapid target acquisition in high stress situations and includes a remote pressure switch. It is also extremely durable thanks to its high quality aircraft grade aluminum construction and hard coat finish.
Click on any of the above ATI Bulldog accessories to access its product page where you can view more details, and make a purchase.