Mossberg Maverick 88 Bantam Compact Pump-Action Shotgun 20 Gauge 22″ Barrel

The Mossberg Maverick 88 Bantam Compact is a purpose-built youth and compact-frame pump-action shotgun chambered in 20 gauge. With a scaled-down stock geometry and a 22-inch barrel, it delivers a shorter length of pull and reduced overall length that make it genuinely manageable for younger or smaller-framed shooters without sacrificing reliability. It’s a proven platform for introducing new hunters and shooters to the field while remaining a capable tool for upland bird hunting and small game.

Key Specifications

• The action is a pump-action design built on the proven Maverick 88 platform.
• This shotgun is chambered in 20 gauge, an ideal choice for youth and new shooters.
• The barrel measures 22 inches in length for a compact, field-ready profile.
• Overall length is 36.4 inches, making it easy to handle in the field.
• The barrel features a classic blued finish for a traditional look and corrosion resistance.
• Magazine capacity is 5 rounds for ample firepower in the field.
• A Modified choke tube is included, offering versatile patterning for most hunting applications.
• Sighting is handled by a simple, fast-acquisition bead sight.
• The safety is a crossbolt design, conveniently located behind the trigger guard.
• This is a youth/bantam-configured shotgun, purpose-built for smaller-framed shooters.

The Maverick 88 Bantam is one of the most dependable ways to put a new hunter in the field with a shotgun that actually fits. Built on Mossberg’s battle-tested Maverick 88 action, this compact 20 gauge handles everything from early-season dove to pheasant and small game with confidence. The included Modified choke and bead sight keep things simple, and the crossbolt safety is intuitive for developing shooters. Whether it’s opening day or range day, the Maverick 88 Bantam delivers rock-solid performance in a package sized to grow lifelong hunters.