Browning A5 Lightning 12GA 3" 28" Ventilated Rib

$1,740.00 Out of stock

Browning's legendary A5 semi-auto shotgun with Kinematic Drive System, Lightning-style stock, and 28" ventilated rib barrel. Includes three chokes and wrench.

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The Browning A5 Lightning: Recoil-Operated Excellence

The Browning A5 represents a modern evolution of shotgun engineering, combining proven recoil-operated mechanics with contemporary design. This 12-gauge 3-inch magnum delivers reliable performance across a wide range of hunting and sport shooting applications.

Kinematic Drive System

At the heart of the A5 lies the Kinematic Drive System—a short recoil-operated mechanism that harnesses recoil energy and converts it into the mechanical motion needed to cycle the action. This approach maximizes efficiency and reduces felt recoil, making extended shooting sessions more comfortable.

Lightning-Style Stock Design

The Lightning configuration features a semi-pistol grip with a distinctive rounded knob at the bottom. This relaxed grip angle provides:

  • Quick, instinctive grasp and gun mounting
  • Easy reach to the trigger
  • Ideal ergonomics for fast-flushing upland bird hunting
  • Responsive handling in dynamic shooting situations

Sighting Advantage

The humpback receiver profile and extended sighting plane deliver the same sighting advantages that made the original Auto 5 legendary. This long sight radius enhances target acquisition and precision.

Specifications and Included Accessories

  • Gauge: 12
  • Chamber: 3 inches
  • Barrel: 28 inches with ventilated rib
  • Finish: Blued barrel and receiver with walnut furniture
  • Includes: Three interchangeable chokes and T-wrench for easy maintenance

Whether you're pursuing upland game or enjoying clay target sports, the Browning A5 Lightning delivers the reliability and handling characteristics that have made this platform a favorite among American shooters for generations.

Features

  • length of pull 14.25"
  • inflex ii recoil pad

Attributes

Action: Semi-Automatic
Adjustable Objective: N/A
Barrel Description: Vent Rib
Barrel Length: 28"
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Capacity: 4 (2.75" Shells)
Capacity: 4+1
Chamber: 3"
Choke Configuration: Invector-DS Flush
Chokes: 3 Chokes: Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder
Chokes Included: Full/Modified/Improved Cylinder
Drilled And Tapped: No
Finish: Blued
Finish: Gloss Black
Gauge: 12 Gauge
Grips: Glossy Turkish Walnut
Included Accessories: Hard Case
Included Accessories: None
Model: a5 lightning
Model Series: A5
NFA Item: No
Overall Length: 49.625"
Overall Length: 49.63"
Receiver Description: Aluminum
Safety: Crossbolt
Sights: Fiber Optic Front
Sights: Fiber Optic Front/Ivory Mid Bead Rear
Sights: Fixed Sights
Sights: None
Stock Description: Fixed with Pistol Grip
Stock Description: Turkish Walnut
Stock Finish: Brown
Weight: 6.13 lbs