Description
The Mossberg 510 Mini Super Bantam .410 Gauge 18.5 in is a compact pump-action shotgun built for smaller shooters, youth, or anyone who wants a light-recoiling .410 for field and range use. It features an 18.5-inch vent-rib barrel, adjustable length of pull, and dual bead sights for quick target acquisition. Per Mossberg specs, this model uses a 2+1 capacity and a top-mounted tang safety that works for right- and left-handed shooters alike.
| Manufacturer | Mossberg |
|---|---|
| Model | 510 Mini Super Bantam |
| Material | Synthetic stock and forend (per manufacturer specs) |
| Compatibility | .410 bore 2.5-inch and 3-inch shells |
| Finish | Blued barrel, matte black synthetic furniture |
| Weight | Approximately 4.5 lbs (per manufacturer specs) |
| Condition | New |
Key Features
- Adjustable Length of Pull — This shotgun ships with spacers that let you grow the stock from 11 inches to 12.5 inches, so it fits a young shooter as they get bigger without buying a new gun.
- 18.5-Inch Vent-Rib Barrel — The short barrel keeps the gun nimble in tight cover or a duck blind, while the vent rib reduces mirage on warm days and gives a clear sight plane.
- Dual Bead Sights — A brass front bead and a mid-bead give you a consistent cheek weld and quick reference for swing-through shooting on moving targets.
- Top-Mounted Tang Safety — Located right under your thumb on the top of the receiver, this safety is simple to reach and works the same for lefties and righties without any switch or modification.
- Light Recoil .410 Gauge — The .410 bore produces noticeably less kick than a 20 or 12 gauge, making it ideal for new shooters learning fundamentals or for small-frame users who want a reliable scattergun.
Who It’s For
The Mossberg 510 Mini Super Bantam is for youth shooters, small-stature adults, and anyone looking for a lightweight .410 for casual plinking, small-game hunting, or introducing new shooters to shotguns. It’s also a solid choice for a truck gun or camp shotgun where weight and compact size matter.
Pros and Cons
- Pro: Adjustable stock grows with the shooter, extending the gun’s useful life.
- Pro: Ambidextrous tang safety is intuitive and easy to manipulate under stress.
- Pro: Light recoil and light weight make it a forgiving training platform.
- Con: The 2+1 capacity is limiting for home defense or competition use, but that’s typical for youth .410 pumps in this class.
Comparison
| Feature | Mossberg 510 Mini Super Bantam .410 | Mossberg 500 .410 Youth | H&R Pardner Pump .410 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrel Length | 18.5 in | 20 in | 18.5 in |
| Stock Adjustability | Yes (spacers included) | No (fixed youth stock) | No (fixed stock) |
| Weight | ~4.5 lbs | ~5.5 lbs | ~5.0 lbs |
| Capacity | 2+1 | 2+1 | 2+1 |
| Safety | Tang (ambidextrous) | Tang (ambidextrous) | Cross-bolt |
| Price | $502.77 | ~$420 | ~$200 |
The Mossberg 510 beats the fixed-stock Mossberg 500 Youth with its adjustable LOP, and it costs more than the H&R Pardner Pump but offers better ergonomics and the Mossberg reliability reputation.
FAQ
Can this shotgun shoot 3-inch .410 shells?
Yes, per Mossberg specs the 510 Mini Super Bantam .410 gauge 18.5 in accepts both 2.5-inch and 3-inch .410 shells, giving you flexibility for different loads from light target rounds to heavier hunting loads.
Is the stock truly adjustable without tools?
Yes, the stock uses included spacers that you can swap with a simple screwdriver. The adjustment changes length of pull from 11 inches to 12.5 inches, so it fits a wide range of shooter sizes.
What is the overall length of this shotgun?
With the stock at its shortest setting, overall length is approximately 32 inches. At the longest setting, it’s about 33.5 inches, making it compact enough for small shooters and easy storage.
Is this shotgun suitable for left-handed shooters?
Yes, the top-mounted tang safety is ambidextrous, and the pump action works the same for either hand. The dual bead sights also don’t favor one eye over the other.
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Browse more pump-action shotguns in our Shotguns category, or check out Youth Shotguns and .410 Shotguns for similar options.
Last updated: April 2026
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