Zoli Kronos
Antonio Zoli S.p.A. · Shotgun · In Production · 2014
Also known as: Zoli Z-Gun Kronos
Overview
The Zoli Kronos is an Italian over-and-under competition shotgun chambered in 12 gauge with 3-inch (76mm) chambers. Built by Antonio Zoli of Gardone Val Trompia, it is part of the company's Z-Gun family of clay-target guns and is offered for skeet, trap and sporting clays. It uses a boxlock action with a detachable, inertia-operated selective single trigger, an adjustable trigger blade for length of pull, a Turkish walnut stock with optional adjustable comb, and five interchangeable multi-chokes. Barrels are offered in 28, 30 and 32 inch lengths.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3650 g (128.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1190 mm (46.85") |
| Barrel Length | 760 mm (29.92") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Selective |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 250 m (273 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Double Barrel
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Barrel Selector
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Detachable Trigger Unit, Inertia Single Trigger, Adjustable Trigger Blade, Interchangeable Chokes, Ventilated Rib, Adjustable Comb
Variants
- Zoli Kronos 20 - Gauge
Production
Production years: 2014-present
Civilian competition shotgun produced in limited annual numbers by Antonio Zoli
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Designer: Antonio Zoli
Notes
The review-tested 30-inch model carried barrels weighing 1,480 g with an 11mm flat parallel sighting rib and 18.5mm (.728") bores. The receiver is available in coin-finish silver or hot-blued black.
Background
Antonio Zoli is one of the oldest gunmakers in Gardone Val Trompia, with roots traced to the 16th century and the modern company founded in 1945; the Kronos sits within its Z-Gun line of clay-target over-and-unders.