Remington Model 11-87 Special Purpose 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 26-inch Vent-Rib, Rem Choke, Walnut-Finished Stock
This Remington Model 11-87 Special Purpose is a 12 gauge, gas-operated semi-automatic built with a pressure-compensated system and a 26-inch vent-rib barrel. It is threaded for Rem Choke tubes, with an Improved Cylinder choke installed. The barrel code reads "XJ," which dates the barrel to December 1989. It features a matte finish, a walnut-finished hardwood stock, and a vent rib with a clip-on green fiber-optic front sight and a small white mid-bead.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. There are scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 11-87 instruction book
- Remington Rem Choke Turkey X-Full tube (lead shot only)
- Remington Rem Choke Full tube
- Modified choke
- Rem Choke wrench
- Remington Rem Choke soft pouch
- Remington factory hang tag
- Clip-on green fiber-optic front sight (installed)
The Special Purpose variant is marked "Remington 11-87" on the right side of the receiver and "SPECIAL PURPOSE" on the left. It carries a matte finish over the receiver and barrel, paired with a walnut-finished hardwood stock. The stock is configured with pressed checkering, a recoil pad, and sling swivel studs at the butt and the magazine cap.
The 26-inch vent-rib barrel uses longitudinal slots along the rib and is threaded for the Rem Choke system. An Improved Cylinder choke is installed, and additional tubes are included to tailor constriction as needed. The barrel code reads "XJ," indicating a December 1989 date for the barrel.
Sighting is fast and simple with the vent rib, clip-on green fiber-optic front sight, and a small white mid-bead. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches, providing a solid fit for a full-size configuration.
Chambered for both 2 3/4-inch and 3-inch shells, this 12 gauge uses Remington’s pressure-compensated gas system for smooth cycling. The shotgun is currently configured at 2+1 capacity with a removable magazine plug; the included factory hang tag indicates a total capacity of 5 (4+1) when configured accordingly.