Browning Gold
Browning Arms Company · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1994
Also known as: Gold Hunter
Overview
The Browning Gold is a gas-operated semi-automatic 12 gauge shotgun introduced in 1994. Its self-regulating gas system bleeds high-pressure gas through two barrel ports into a gas cylinder, driving a piston and rod that cycle the action, allowing reliable functioning across a wide range of 2.75-inch and 3-inch loads. The Gold was offered in numerous hunting and field configurations before being succeeded by the Browning Maxus.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3175 g (112.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1245 mm (49.02") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Short Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Muzzle Velocity | 457 m/s (1499 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3340 J (2463 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12 ga, 12 bore
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety
- Features: Self Regulating Gas System, Twin Gas Ports, Interchangeable Choke Tubes, Speed Loading, Vent Rib Barrel
Variants
- Browning Gold Hunter — Hunting
- Browning Gold Evolve — Hunting
- Browning Gold Fusion — Hunting
Production
Production years: 1994-2009
Discontinued and replaced by the Browning Maxus; some Gold-pattern guns also marketed as Winchester Super X2
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 2009
Notes
A popular gas semi-auto hunting platform through the 1990s and 2000s; succeeded by the Browning Maxus line.
Background
The Browning Gold's gas action was shared with the Winchester Super X2, the two sister shotguns rolling off related production under the FN/Browning/Winchester umbrella, making the Gold and the SX2 mechanical twins wearing different badges.