Luigi Franchi S.p.A. · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1979
| Weight (empty) | 4400 g (155.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1041 mm (40.98") |
| Barrel Length | 546 mm (21.50") |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Dual Mode |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 12 Gauge
The Franchi SPAS-12 (Special Purpose Automatic Shotgun, later renamed Sporting Purpose Automatic Shotgun) is a combat shotgun manufactured by Italian firearms company Luigi Franchi S.p.A. from 1979 to 2000. Designed by Piero Torosani as an evolution of the Model 11 prototype based on the Sistema 500, the SPAS-12 is unique for its dual-mode operation system that allows the operator to switch between semi-automatic and pump-action modes via a selector button near the foregrip. This dual-mode capab...
Country of Origin: Italy
Designer: Piero Torosani