Fabarm XLR Chesapeake
FABARM (Fabbrica Bresciana Armi) · Shotgun · In Production · 2025
Also known as: XLR5 Chesapeake
Overview
The Fabarm XLR Chesapeake is a gas-operated semi-automatic waterfowl shotgun chambered for 3-inch 12 gauge. It uses Fabarm's Pulse Piston gas system and TRIBORE HP barrel with a 6mm rib, and ships with a Cerakote Midnight Bronze receiver, a True Timber Strata camouflage All-Terrain Composite stock, and a set of INNER HP flush-fitting chokes plus one extended choke. Offered with 28-inch and 30-inch barrels in right- and left-handed configurations, it is aimed at wetland and blind hunting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3118 g (110.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1232 mm (48.50") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Cerakote Midnight Bronze Receiver; True Timber Strata Camouflage Soft-Touch Stock |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge 3 Inch Magnum · primary — also known as 12 ga 3", 12 ga Magnum, 12 bore 76mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety
- Features: Pulse Piston Gas System, Tribore Hp Barrel, 6mm Rib, Inner Hp Flush Chokes, Extended Choke, All Terrain Composite Stock, Left Hand Option, Hard Case Included
Service history
Operators
- Civilian hunters and sport shooters
Production
Production years: 2025-present
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
MSRP around $2,595 (right-hand) / $2,845 (left-hand). Part of Fabarm's XLR5 semi-automatic family; magazine capacity not published by the manufacturer on the product listing.
Background
The Chesapeake takes its name from the Chesapeake Bay, one of North America's premier waterfowling regions, and wears True Timber Strata camo tuned for tidal-marsh duck and goose blinds.