
Availability: In Stock
The Thompson Center Encore ProHunter XT Turkey Shotgun in 20-gauge is a versatile single-shot platform built for serious upland and turkey hunters who value accuracy and multi-season capability. Built on the proven Encore receiver with a 26-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber, and synthetic black stock, this 20-gauge delivers the shot placement precision and reliability you need when the stakes are high. The true advantage of the Encore platform lies in its modular design: swap barrels between shotgun, rifle, and muzzleloader configurations on the same receiver, turning one gun into a year-round hunting machine.
Thompson Center engineered this shotgun with hunting-grade features that matter in the field. The overmolded grip panels give you secure purchase in wet brush and unpredictable weather, while the Flex Tech stock paired with a LimbSaver AirTech recoil pad absorbs the snap of 20-gauge turkey loads. The swing hammer spur adjusts for left or right hand operation, accommodating both southpaws and right-handers without compromise. Internally, a nitride-coated trigger and sear stand up to thousands of shots and harsh conditions. The chamber is CNC precision-machined and brush-honed for consistent performance and reliability.
The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting, giving you the option to upgrade to optics for longer-range turkey work or to pair it with a slug barrel for deer season. At 7 pounds, the weight sits in the sweet spot for all-day carries through timber and fields. With no choke tubes to manage and a straightforward single-shot action, the Encore XT keeps you focused on the hunt, not the gun.
| Gauge | 20 |
| Chamber Length | 3 inches |
| Barrel Length | 26 inches |
| Action Type | Single Shot |
| Capacity | 1 round |
| Overall Length | 36 inches |
| Weight | 7 pounds |
| Stock Material | Synthetic |
| Stock Color | Black |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Finish | Stainless |
| Hand | Ambidextrous |
| Sights | None (drilled and tapped for scope) |
| Safety | Half Cock |
Yes—the Encore platform is built on interchangeable barrel technology. Any Encore barrel, including this 20-gauge shotgun barrel, will fit on any standard Encore receiver, allowing you to mix and match based on your hunting plans.
The Thompson Center Encore ProHunter XT Turkey Shotgun in 20-gauge is purpose-built for turkey hunting. The 3-inch chamber accepts modern turkey loads, and the 26-inch barrel is a proven length for upland work. Pairing it with the optional scope mounting (receiver is drilled and tapped) can extend your effective range for field setups.
Yes. The receiver comes drilled and tapped for scope rings, so you can install optics to match your hunting style and distance preferences.
The Encore receiver accepts swappable barrels for shotgun, rifle, and muzzleloader use. You own one receiver and can purchase additional barrels in different gauges and calibers, letting you hunt different game and seasons with minimal gear duplication. Simply unscrew the current barrel and install a new one—no gunsmithing required.

SKU: 198467094





Availability: In Stock
The Thompson Center Encore ProHunter XT Turkey Shotgun in 20-gauge is a versatile single-shot platform built for serious upland and turkey hunters who value accuracy and multi-season capability. Built on the proven Encore receiver with a 26-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber, and synthetic black stock, this 20-gauge delivers the shot placement precision and reliability you need when the stakes are high. The true advantage of the Encore platform lies in its modular design: swap barrels between shotgun, rifle, and muzzleloader configurations on the same receiver, turning one gun into a year-round hunting machine.
Thompson Center engineered this shotgun with hunting-grade features that matter in the field. The overmolded grip panels give you secure purchase in wet brush and unpredictable weather, while the Flex Tech stock paired with a LimbSaver AirTech recoil pad absorbs the snap of 20-gauge turkey loads. The swing hammer spur adjusts for left or right hand operation, accommodating both southpaws and right-handers without compromise. Internally, a nitride-coated trigger and sear stand up to thousands of shots and harsh conditions. The chamber is CNC precision-machined and brush-honed for consistent performance and reliability.
The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting, giving you the option to upgrade to optics for longer-range turkey work or to pair it with a slug barrel for deer season. At 7 pounds, the weight sits in the sweet spot for all-day carries through timber and fields. With no choke tubes to manage and a straightforward single-shot action, the Encore XT keeps you focused on the hunt, not the gun.
| Gauge | 20 |
| Chamber Length | 3 inches |
| Barrel Length | 26 inches |
| Action Type | Single Shot |
| Capacity | 1 round |
| Overall Length | 36 inches |
| Weight | 7 pounds |
| Stock Material | Synthetic |
| Stock Color | Black |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Finish | Stainless |
| Hand | Ambidextrous |
| Sights | None (drilled and tapped for scope) |
| Safety | Half Cock |
Yes—the Encore platform is built on interchangeable barrel technology. Any Encore barrel, including this 20-gauge shotgun barrel, will fit on any standard Encore receiver, allowing you to mix and match based on your hunting plans.
The Thompson Center Encore ProHunter XT Turkey Shotgun in 20-gauge is purpose-built for turkey hunting. The 3-inch chamber accepts modern turkey loads, and the 26-inch barrel is a proven length for upland work. Pairing it with the optional scope mounting (receiver is drilled and tapped) can extend your effective range for field setups.
Yes. The receiver comes drilled and tapped for scope rings, so you can install optics to match your hunting style and distance preferences.
The Encore receiver accepts swappable barrels for shotgun, rifle, and muzzleloader use. You own one receiver and can purchase additional barrels in different gauges and calibers, letting you hunt different game and seasons with minimal gear duplication. Simply unscrew the current barrel and install a new one—no gunsmithing required.
SKU: 198467094
