do i have to put the charging handle myself or is it installed already

Robert, charging handle is factory pre-installed. Cheers and stay safe!

Robert, the charging handle comes installed on the gun. This gun also includes a pistol grip, not pictured, but can be seen here >>> https://atlanticfirearms.com/sds-semi-auto-ar-t02-12-shotgun .....Have a great day!

Robert, no need to install it. The charging handle will come installed already. Hope this helps

Does this shotgun operate by means of Gas or Inertia blowback? I will be running low brass bird shot, and need to know if it will function just as well with light loads, and the heavier 3" buckshot loads. Thank you.

Ashley, it is gas operated. It comes with a light load piston installed, but also includes a heavy load piston, as seen in this video at about 00:47. >>> youtube.com/watch?v=U2mnBbWUmPw .....You should be good with birdshot or buckshot. Have a great day!

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SDS Imports AR-T02 12 Gauge Shotgun - 18.5" Barrel, 5+1 Rounds, Synthetic, Black Synthetic Stock

Name: SDS Imports AR-T02 12 Gauge Shotgun
Brand: SDS Imports
SKU: 137748
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.80 (5 reviews)

5 Reviews| 2 Questions & Answers

Model: ART02

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 137748

UPC: 713135219048

MFG: SDS Imports

Questions & Answers (2) Reviews 4.8 out of 5

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SDS AR-T02 12GA AUTO PG 18.5 5+1

Product Information

Action

Pump

Gauge

12 GA / 20 GA

Barrel Length

16.125

Capacity

Stock Material

Stock Color

Black/Brown Laminate

Product Information

Action

Semi-Auto

Gauge

12 Gauge

Barrel Length

18.5

Capacity

5+1

Stock Material

Synthetic

Stock Color

Black Synthetic

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SDS Imports AR-T02 12 Gauge Shotgun

Model ART02	Condition Factory New
Bud's Item # 137748	UPC 713135219048
Manufacturer SDS Imports

SDS AR-T02 12GA AUTO PG 18.5 5+1

5 Reviews. 4.8 out of 5 Stars!

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Alford M on 04/24/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Product just as expected and works fine. Very fast shipping and service from Bud's.

William H on 04/03/2023

Rating: 4 of 5 Stars!

So far impressed, smooth action make sure you use the correct piston for the ammo you shoot.

Pedro C on 03/28/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

This shotgun is awesome straight dollar box work like a charm perfect Home defense shotgun… For being a 12 gauge semi automatic and for the price you can’t beat it awesome shotgun I highly recommend it… My brother, and a great friend of mine bought one after they saw mine.. Thumbs up on this product will buy again…

Donald J on 03/28/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

great products and great service

Vincent J on 03/28/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I’ve just picked up the AK-T02 Shotgun yesterday afternoon and I had a heck of a time installing the firing bolt latch. Eventually, I fully assembled the firearm and works like a charm.

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