Beretta A400 Xtreme
Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta · Shotgun · In Production · 2012
Also known as: A400 Xtreme Plus, A400 Xtreme Unico
Overview
The Beretta A400 Xtreme is a 12-gauge gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun introduced in 2012, built around Beretta's Blink (B-Link) gas operating system and a Steelium barrel. Chambered to handle 2.75-, 3-, and 3.5-inch magnum waterfowl loads, it pairs the fast-cycling gas action with the Kick-Off hydraulic recoil-reduction system in the stock to dramatically cut felt recoil. The current Xtreme Plus model adds an enlarged loading port, extended controls for gloved use, and a Steelium Plus barrel.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3487 g (123.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1254 mm (49.37") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Short Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 23 N (5.2 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 3 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Camouflage |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety, Cartridge Cut Off
- Features: Blink Gas System, Kick Off Recoil Reduction, Steelium Barrel, Optima Bore Hp, Self Cleaning Piston, Rotating Bolt, Aqua Technology Coating
Variants
- Beretta A400 Xtreme Unico — Magnum
- Beretta A400 Xtreme Plus — Improved
Production
Production years: 2012-present
Xtreme Plus is the current production variant
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
Beretta markets the Blink action as the fastest-cycling semi-auto shotgun and the Kick-Off system as reducing felt recoil by up to 70%. Offered with black or camouflage finishes for waterfowl hunting.
Background
Beretta claims the A400 Xtreme's Blink gas system cycles 36% faster than any other semi-automatic shotgun and can fire four shots in less than one second, marketing it as the softest-shooting waterfowl gun on the market.