Weatherby Element
Weatherby, Inc. · Shotgun · In Production · 2015
Overview
The Weatherby Element is a semi-automatic hunting shotgun built around an inertia-operated action, offered chiefly in 12 and 20 gauge with a 3-inch chamber. The recoil-driven inertia system keeps the gun light and clean-running with few moving parts, and it ships with interchangeable choke tubes and a 4+1 capacity.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3062 g (108.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1187 mm (46.73") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Inertia Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
- 20 Gauge — also known as 20 Bore, 20ga
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety
- Features: Inertia Driven Action, Choke Tubes, Recoil Pad, Vent Rib Barrel
Production
Production years: 2015-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Inertia-operated rather than gas-operated; later superseded and complemented by the Element II line. The 28-gauge configuration uses a 2.75-inch chamber and 3+1 capacity.
Background
Weatherby, long famous for high-velocity magnum rifle cartridges, introduced the Element as its first inertia-driven autoloading shotgun, bringing the clean simplicity of recoil operation to its hunting-shotgun lineup.