Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon vs Remington 870

1988–present

1950–present

Over 11,000,000

1168 mm

978-1320mm (38.5-52 in) (varies by model)

711 mm

457-762mm (18-30 in) (varies by model)

3.2 kg (7.1 lb)

3.2-3.6 kg (7-8 lb) (varies by model)

2 rounds

4+1 to 7+1 rounds (varies by model)

Break-action (O/U)

Pump action

Single/Double-action

Single-stage

Fixed bead

Bead sight, rifle sights, or ghost ring sights (varies by model)