Browning Auto-5

Name: Browning Auto-5
Brand: Browning Arms Company

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Quick Overview

Manufacturer

Browning Arms Company

Origin

Belgium

Production

1902 - 1998

Calibers

12 Gauge,16 Gauge,20 Gauge

Overview

A legendary semi-automatic shotgun featuring a long-recoil system. The Auto-5 was one of the first successful semi-automatic shotguns and remained in production for nearly a century.

Calibers & Ammunition

12 Gauge 16 Gauge 20 Gauge

Dimensions

Overall Length

1270 mm

Barrel Length

660 mm

Weight

3.9 kg (8.7 lb)

Mechanical

Action Type

Semi-automatic (long recoil)

Trigger Type

Single-stage

Sights Type

Fixed bead

Magazine Capacity

5+1 rounds

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