Browning Silver
Browning Arms Company · Shotgun · In Production · 2006
Also known as: Browning Silver Field, Browning Silver Hunter
Overview
The Browning Silver is a gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 12 gauge with a 3-inch chamber. Built on a lightweight aluminum-alloy receiver with Browning's semi-humpback profile, it uses the self-regulating Active Valve gas system to cycle both light and heavy loads reliably. Aimed at hunting and sport shooting, it ships with a ventilated rib, brass front bead, satin walnut stock and a set of Invector-Plus choke tubes.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3317 g (117.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1245 mm (49.02") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tubular |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Matte |
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: Active Valve Gas System, Ventilated Rib, Invector Plus Chokes, Semi Humpback Receiver, Brass Front Bead
Variants
- Browning Silver Field — Field
- Browning Silver Hunter — Hunting
Production
Production years: 2006-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Sold in several trims including the Silver Field, Silver Hunter and Silver Rifled Deer; barrel lengths of 26 and 28 inches are offered with the 28-inch barrel reflected in the listed dimensions.
Background
The Silver line continues Browning's long heritage of gas-operated autoloaders dating back to John M. Browning's pioneering 'Auto-5' humpback design, echoed in the Silver's distinctive semi-humpback receiver.