Boito Miura II
E.R. Amantino & Cia Ltda (Boito) · Shotgun · In Production
Also known as: Miura II, Espingarda Miura II
Overview
The Boito Miura II is a break-action over-under (superimposed barrel) double-barreled shotgun manufactured in Brazil by E.R. Amantino & Cia (Boito). Marketed as the first over-under shotgun produced in Brazil, it feeds two rounds in stacked barrels fired by twin triggers, and is offered in 12, 20, 28 and 36 gauge with interchangeable chokes and a hardwood stock. It is a popular and affordable hunting and sport shotgun in the Brazilian market.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3400 g (119.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1190 mm (46.85") |
| Barrel Length | 760 mm (29.92") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Internal Hammer |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Oxidized |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
- 20 Gauge — also known as 20 ga, 20 bore
- 28 Gauge — also known as 28 ga, 28 bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Top Tang Safety
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Double Trigger, Interchangeable Chokes, Recoil Pad, Hardwood Stock
Variants
- Boito Miura II Luxo - Deluxe
- Boito Miura II Super Luxo - Engraved
Production
Long-running civilian sporting/hunting model in the Brazilian market
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
Barrel lengths vary by gauge (508-760 mm). The 12, 20 and 36 gauge models use a 76 mm (3 inch) chamber, while the 28 gauge uses a 70 mm chamber. Offered in standard oxidized, Luxo (nickeled receiver) and Super Luxo (nickeled and engraved) finishes; 12 gauge is also available with synthetic black or camouflage stocks.
Background
The Miura II earned its place in Brazilian gun lore as the country's first domestically manufactured over-under shotgun, a milestone for Boito, one of Brazil's oldest firearms makers founded in 1955.