The shotgun has long been a trusted tool in law enforcement. While many agencies shifted toward patrol rifles, the need for a controlled, effective, and less-lethal shotgun has never been greater. The T4E TX68 Shotgun delivers exactly that—modern ergonomics, reliable .68-caliber power, and mission-ready versatility for today’s policing and security challenges.
Whether you’re managing a force-on-force training scenario, volatile subject, conducting crowd control, or seeking a safer alternative to lethal force, the TX68 gives officers and security teams a purpose-built platform designed for real-world decision-making.
What Is the T4E TX68 Shotgun?
The T4E TX 68 Shotgun is a high-performance, semiautomatic .68-caliber launcher engineered for less-lethal force, training, and tactical applications. It delivers strong kinetic energy, predictable accuracy, and compatibility with T4E’s full munitions lineup, including:
- Pepper rounds (.68-cal chemical irritant)
- Impact rounds for pain compliance
- Inert practice rounds for training and scenario drills
- Specialty defense rounds (as authorized)
This makes the TX68 shotgun one of the most flexible less-lethal systems available for law enforcement, corrections, security teams, and emergency response units.
Why Agencies Still Need a Less-Lethal Shotgun
Modern policing demands tools that reduce risk, improve control, and expand officer options. Many encounters fall into a gray area where verbal commands aren’t enough—but deadly force is not justified.
The TX68 shotgun fills that gap with:
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Controlled Impact Energy
Enough stopping power to gain compliance while reducing the chance of severe injury.
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High Accuracy Under Stress
.68-caliber rounds deliver consistent flight paths and predictable target impact.
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Reduced Penetration Risk
A safer alternative compared to beanbag rounds or baton munitions from traditional 12-gauge shotguns.
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Increased Confidence for Officers
Minimal recoil and semiauto operation make the TX68 easy to train, easy to handle, and easy to deploy.
TX68 Shotgun for Crowd Management and Non-Lethal Engagements
Crowd-control environments require reliable, measured tools. The TX68 shotgun supports graduated, scalable force, including:
- Area denial using inert or pepper projectiles
- Targeted incapacitation of aggressive individuals
- Compliance enhancement without resorting to lethal force
- Barricaded or emotionally disturbed subject (EDS) management
Compared to 12-gauge impact or OC rounds, .68-cal projectiles offer more predictable spread, safer effect windows, and reduced likelihood of unintended injury.
Ergonomics, Fit, and Handling: Designed for Every Officer
One limitation of traditional shotguns was inconsistent fit and heavy recoil. The TX68 solves these issues with:
- Semiautomatic firing for faster follow-up shots
- Low recoil to increase hit ratio and officer confidence
- Modern tactical ergonomics including accessory rails
- Intuitive controls similar to modern rifle platforms
These features allow officers of all sizes and experience levels to operate the platform effectively.
Training With the TX68 Shotgun: The Foundation of Safe Deployment
Effective less-lethal deployment starts with consistent and realistic training. Agencies can use:
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Inert .68 Training Rounds
For scenario-based decision-making, active-shooter drills, and force-on-force training.
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Pepper and Impact Rubber Rounds
For exposure training and confidence building.
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Semiautomatic Manual of Arms
Which mirrors common patrol-rifle workflows, shortening the training curve.
Reduced Recoil = More Reps
Officers can train longer with less fatigue, sharpening judgment and accuracy. Training programs should reinforce:
- Minimum safe engagement distances
- Proper shot placement
- De-escalation decision trees
- Clear transition rules to lethal force
- Muzzle discipline in dynamic environments
With proper shotgun training, the TX68 becomes a tool that expands options, not complexity.
Best Practices: Policy, Deployment, and Real-World Use
Departments integrating the TX68 shotgun into their force continuum should define:
- Authorized ammunition types
- Scenario-specific deployment (crowds, EDS, corrections, etc.)
- Minimum engagement distances
- Medical protocols after exposure
- Report and documentation requirements
How Agencies Deploy the TX68 Shotgun Today
- Less-lethal alternative housed alongside patrol rifles
- CQB Training exercises
- Crowd-control and civil unrest teams
- Corrections cell-extraction units
- Security teams in hospitals, stadiums, airports, and campuses
Its lightweight form, reliable operation, and controllable energy make the TX68 a top choice for close-range encounters where safety and compliance matter most.
Bottom Line: The T4E TX68 Shotgun Is a Smarter, Safer Less-Lethal Solution
The T4E TX68 Shotgun represents the next evolution of less-lethal tools—designed for modern policing, adaptable to multiple environments, and built to reduce risk while maintaining officer effectiveness.
With:
- Consistent .68-caliber performance
- Semiautomatic reliability
- Training-friendly ergonomics
- Full compatibility with T4E less-lethal munitions
- Mission-focused flexibility
…the TX68 shotgun remains one of the most important additions agencies can make to their less-lethal arsenal.
The shotgun isn’t outdated — it’s evolving. And with the TX 68, it’s finally built for the mission.