Beretta A400 L Field
Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta · Shotgun · In Production · 2023
Also known as: A400 L, A400 Lusso Field
Overview
The Beretta A400 L Field is a premium 12-gauge gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun for upland and field hunting, built on Beretta's A400 platform with the fast-cycling B-Link gas operating system. It uses a Steelium Plus barrel with an elongated triple forcing cone (about 320 mm) for a smoother shot pattern, and pairs a lightweight aluminum-alloy receiver, nickel-plated and finely engraved with scroll and floral motifs, with a select walnut stock featuring an enlarged checkering area and an ambidextrous palm swell. The 'L' line is the dressed-up, higher-grade version of the field A400, aimed at hunters wanting the platform's soft-shooting, quick-cycling action in a more refined package.
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Short Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 3 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Nickel Plated |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety
- Features: B Link Gas System, Steelium Plus Barrel, Triple Forcing Cone, Nickel Plated Engraved Receiver, Walnut Stock, Ambidextrous Palm Swell, Optima Choke Hp Tubes, Kick Off Recoil Reduction
Variants
- Beretta A400 L Sporting - Sporting
Production
Production years: 2023-present
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
The A400 L (Lusso/Luxury) line launched alongside an A400 L Sporting variant. Distinguished from the standard A400 Xplor/Upland by its nickel-plated engraved receiver, upgraded walnut, and Steelium Plus barrel with a longer triple forcing cone. Beretta USA SKU FA0286; typically offered with a 28-inch barrel.
Background
Beretta markets the A400 series' B-Link gas system as one of the fastest-cycling semi-automatic shotgun actions ever made, and the 'L' (Lusso, Italian for luxury) line takes that soft-shooting field gun and dresses it up with a hand-engraved, nickel-plated receiver aimed at hunters who want performance and heirloom looks in one package.