Hatsan Escort SDX12 VTS 12 Gauge Gas-Operated Semi-Auto Shotgun, 18-Inch Barrel, 5+1 Capacity
The Hatsan Escort SDX12 VTS is a gas-operated, magazine-fed 12 gauge semi-auto built around a rail-forward, sight-equipped layout. This example is marked "ESCORT" and "VTS" on the receiver, with the SDX12 marking visible through the ejection port. It includes both the detachable carry-handle rear sight assembly mounted on the top rail and a flip-up sight set, plus screw-in choke tubes in Improved Cylinder and Full.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. There are some minor scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 2x 5-round detachable box magazines
- 1x 2-round detachable box magazine
- Screw-in choke tubes: Improved Cylinder and Full
- Choke wrench
- Carry-handle rear sight assembly (installed)
- Flip-up sight set (front/rear)
Chambered in 12 gauge and configured with an 18-inch barrel, this Escort SDX12 VTS is set up with a stated maximum capacity of 5+1. It feeds from detachable box magazines, and this sale includes a mix of long and short magazines for flexibility in configuration.
The receiver is a two-material layout with an alloy upper and a synthetic/polymer lower. The handguard is synthetic/polymer with a ventilated, holed design and molded panels, and it is marked "THERMO DEFEND." Multiple Picatinny-style rail sections on the handguard provide additional mounting space, and a top rail supports the installed carry-handle rear sight assembly.
Sight equipment includes iron sights with a front sight mounted near the front end of the handguard/top rail, plus a rear sight integrated into the detachable carry handle. A flip-up sight set (front/rear) is also included. Safety is a manual safety with S/F selector markings.
Furniture includes a fixed stock with a pistol grip, along with a buttstock storage cavity. Length of pull is 14.0. The muzzle is fitted with a ventilated/ported cylindrical muzzle device or muzzle cover.

