diff --git a/code/modules/projectiles/guns/ballistic/shotgun.dm b/code/modules/projectiles/guns/ballistic/shotgun.dm
index 54ca03f872..1488974dd7 100644
--- a/code/modules/projectiles/guns/ballistic/shotgun.dm
+++ b/code/modules/projectiles/guns/ballistic/shotgun.dm
@@ -206,7 +206,7 @@
 	desc = "A compact version of the semi automatic combat shotgun. For close encounters."
 	icon_state = "cshotgunc"
 	mag_type = /obj/item/ammo_box/magazine/internal/shot/com/compact
-	w_class = WEIGHT_CLASS_BULKY
+	w_class = WEIGHT_CLASS_NORMAL
 
 //Dual Feed Shotgun