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All Mossberg Models & Their Popularity Explained

Established in 1919, Mossberg can be considered one of the relatively young firearm manufacturers in the USA. Officially known as O. F. Mossberg & Sons, the company is headquartered in Connecticut, but serves all of the world.

From many points of view, Mossberg has remained a family business, with relatives of the original owners still considered key people in the company. Overtime, it has specialized in Mossberg shotgun models, rifles, pistols, and accessories.

Pistols

Mossberg has only produced three pistols throughout its history.

  • Brownie was made between 1919 and 1932 and was chambered for .22 Short and .22 LR cartridges. The pistol was similar to a derringer due to its compact size. It had a double action trigger. Many guns of those times were based on it.
  • MC1sc is a semi-automatic unit. It's been in continuous production since 2019, and it features a subcompact frame. The pistol relies on the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge. It's the first pistol from Mossberg after about 100 years when the Brownie was first released.
  • MC2c is similar to MC1 sc. It was also introduced in 2019 and has the same subcompact style. It uses the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge, and from many points of view, it's often considered a variant of the original MC1sc.

Rifles

Mossberg has introduced quite a few rifles to the market, some of them known for their reliability and accuracy.

  • 100ATR is a bolt-action design suitable for all terrains. It uses more cartridges, including .308 Winchester or 7mm-08 Remington. It has a few variants, too, such as ATR Night Train or 4×4.
  • Model 464 is a lever action unit in production since 2008. It’s available in two calibers, .22 Long Rifle and .30-30 Winchester. It has a few variants as well including the .
  • 702 Plinkster uses the .22 Long Rifle cartridge. Over half a million units have been produced since 2003. Variants include 715T, 801, and 802.
  • 715T is a semi-automatic rifle. It was made by O. F. Slime & Sons, yet it’s considered a variant of 702 Plinkster. The production ceased in 2015.

Other Mossberg models worth being noted include the Modern Rifle (MMR) and 802 Plinkster.

Shotguns

If there’s one thing that made this firearm manufacturer famous, that’s the collection of Mossberg shotguns models.

  • 183 was made between 1947 and 1971. Variants included 183D and 183K, among others. The shotgun came with a couple of choke tubs and a special wrench for them.
  • 185 is among the popular Mossberg 20 gauge models. Made between 1947 and 1964, it came with numerous variants.
  • 500 is among the leading Mossberg pump shotgun models. Made since 1987, the shotgun has been used in many wars, including the recent war between Russia and Ukraine. Mossberg 500 models and variants can use the 12 gauge, 20 gauge, or .410 bore calibers.
  • 590 is among the Mossberg 12 gauge pump models that can take 12 gauge or .410 bore calibers, too. It's been in continuous production since 1961, with more than 11 million units made. Mossberg 590 models represent the military version of 500.
  • Shockwave represents a pump action shotgun based on the 590 unit. It has a unique bird’s head grip. In 2020, Mossberg Shockwave models were the best selling shotguns in the USA. Given its barrel size, it’s illegal in some states.
  • 930 is a 12 gauge unit with a lightweight profile and a decent firing range. It’s mostly aimed at hunters, as well as skeet shooters.
  • 9200 was made as a 12 gauge shotgun until 2001. There are more variants in this series, and all of them feature an autoloading mechanism.
  • Maverick, also known as Maverick 88, is nearly identical to the 500 model. The pump action shotgun is cheaper, though. Many parts can be used interchangeably between the two firearms.
  • Haven 600 and its variants were made between 1977 and 1998. Many of these shotguns were made for department stores and branded accordingly. Variants include 600AT, 600AST, 600BT, 600CT and 600ET. 600ET is one of the most popular Mossberg 410 models ever made.

Other notable shotguns and variants include 190, 590S, 590A1, and 940 JM Pro.

Bottom line, shotguns helped Mossberg become a reputable player in the firearm market. While the brand did try its luck in other segments, too, and it did a fairly good job, its production is mainly focused on shotguns.