Mossberg Releases NEW 990 Aftershock Semi-Auto "Other" Firearm

Daniel Y
by Daniel Y

Mossberg’s latest offering is a new semiautomatic “other” firearm, the 990 Aftershock. This 12-gauge gas-operated firearm offers a five-round magazine tube without any NFA tax stamp. It also includes a strap on the front end to make sure the support hand stays where it is supposed to be during firing.


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Mossberg incorporates many popular upgrades on the 990 Aftershock, like the extended bolt handle, safety, and bolt release button. The loading port is also expanded and beveled for easy access. The birdshead-style pistol grip includes a QD sling cup for alternate carrying methods. Mossberg also incorporates an MLOK slot on the barrel clamp for easy flashlight mounting.


At launch, Mossberg is offering three 990 Aftershock models. Those include a 14.75-inch barrel model, an 18.5-inch barrel model, and a 14.75-inch version with an integrated Crimson Trace Lasersaddle on the receiver. And who knows, we may see additional chamberings in the future as well.


Keep an eye out for the 990 Aftershock coming soon!

From the manufacturer:


The All-New 990 AfterShock.
Small Size, Big Tactical Performance.
Ultra-compact and easy to manuever, it delivers 5+1 semi-auto convenience paired with a host of functional tactical features.
Inside, the 990’s durable gas system and a host of corrosion-resistant internal parts/finishing (nickel boron-coated gas piston, magazine tube, hammer and sear), plus an enlarged/beveled loading port, elongated elevator, and anodized follower combine for smooth operation.
Outside, there’s the ergonomically-designed AfterShock grip with rubberized palm pad, a streamlined forend with Mossberg signature texturing, and an embossed strap for a solid hold; plus a magazine tube extension with M-LOK® mounting slots on the sides and bottom for easy accessory flexibility.



All images from Mossberg.

Daniel Y
Daniel Y

AKA @fromtheguncounter on Instagram. Gun nerd, reloader, attorney, and mediocre hunter.

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  • Jak138596224 Jak138596224 4 days ago

    Still have the scar from the safety slamming back into my hand while shooting a heavy load with the shockwave. From 5+ years ago. I noticed they smoothed out the selector on this model. Even so, unless they relocate the safety in the future there’s no way I’d run a Mossberg shotty with a stock like that.

  • AIRB0RNE6176 AIRB0RNE6176 19 hours ago

    The 990 Aftershock and the 940 Pro Tactical have different gas systems due to their designs. As good as the 990 is with it's receiver-housed gas system, the V3 setup of the TAC-13 runs a bit smoother.


    Also, the 990 makes an excellent SBS as it can utilize any 590/500 stock once the Form 1 is paid for & approved. The TactaLoad "Flash 5" provides a great LoP and balances perfectly for the front-heavy 990. Same stock works great for SBS'd 590s as well...

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