Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen 16 Gauge Shotgun
- 12-Gauge 28in 3.5in Mossy Oak Bottomland $1,928.24
- 12-Gauge Realtree Legacy Camo $1,928.24
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- 12GA 3.5" 26" Realtree Legacy $1,992.51
- 12GA 3.5" 28" Mossy Oak Shadow Grass $1,970.61
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- Browning A5 16-Gauge 26" Ventilated Rib Auric Camo $2,199.99
- Browning A5 16-Gauge 26" Ventilated Rib Auric Camo $1,999.99
- 16-Gauge 28" Auric Camo $2,199.99
- 20-Gauge, 26" Barrel $1,929.99
- 20-Gauge, 26" Barrel, Mossy Oak $2,032.22
- 20-Gauge, 28" Barrel $1,951.76
Classic Browning A5 in 16 gauge with 26" barrel, 2.75" chamber, and 4-round capacity. Features polished black receiver, Turkish walnut stock, and Invector-DS choke system for versatile hunting performance.
The Gentleman's Gauge Returns
The Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen represents a modern interpretation of a shotgun legend. The 16 gauge has long been celebrated as the ideal balance—lighter than a 12 gauge, more powerful than a 20 gauge, and perfectly suited for the hunter who values both performance and handling.
Design and Handling
Browning engineered the A5 on a smaller, lighter receiver that reduces overall weight while maintaining the distinctive humpback profile that has defined this shotgun family for generations. This profile extends your sight plane, promoting natural sight alignment and faster target acquisition in the field.
The Kinematic Drive System
At the heart of the A5 lies Browning's short-recoil-operated Kinematic Drive System. Rather than fighting recoil, this design harnesses kinetic energy and converts it into the mechanical motion needed to cycle the action. The result is reliable function across a wide variety of loads—from light target rounds to full-power hunting ammunition.
Specifications and Features
- Barrel: 26" high-gloss steel with ventilated rib
- Chamber: 2.75"
- Capacity: 4-round magazine plus one in chamber
- Receiver: Polished black aluminum alloy
- Stock: Grade I Turkish walnut with gloss finish
- Length of Pull: 14.25"
- Overall Length: 47.25"
- Choke System: Invector-DS flush tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder included)
- Sights: Fiber optic front sight
- Recoil Pad: Inflex 2 (large)
Performance and Reliability
The A5 benefits from Browning's Total Barrel Dynamics technology, which optimizes shot patterns and velocity. The chrome-plated chamber and brushed nickel bolt slide ensure years of reliable service. Browning backs this shotgun with a 5-year, 100,000-round guarantee.
Whether you're hunting upland game, waterfowl, or clay targets, the A5 Sweet Sixteen delivers the balance of power, handling, and reliability that made the original Auto-5 a legend.
Features
- length of pull 14.25"
- inflexii technology recoil pad
