Zoli Z-Sport
Antonio Zoli S.p.A. · Shotgun · In Production · 2012
Also known as: Z-Sport, Z-Gun Z-Sport
Overview
The Zoli Z-Sport is a Boss-type over/under competition shotgun built by Italian gunmaker Antonio Zoli in Gardone Val Trompia. Part of the Z-Gun series, it is aimed at clay-target disciplines such as sporting clays and trap. It pairs a monolithic forged-steel receiver with a Boss-style locking bolt and silver-soldered barrels, and uses a detachable trigger group with titanium-coated components and self-lubricating springs. The gun is offered in flat-, medium- and high-rib configurations with a wide range of barrel lengths, interchangeable chokes and adjustable Turkish-walnut stocks.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3840 g (135.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1245 mm (49.02") |
| Barrel Length | 813 mm (32.01") |
| 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) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 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, Monobloc Forged Receiver, Boss Style Locking Bolt, Detachable Trigger Group, Interchangeable Chokes, Adjustable Comb Stock, Ventilated Rib, Single Inertial Trigger
Variants
- Zoli Z-Sport HR — High Rib
- Zoli Z-Sport MR — Medium Rib
Production
Production years: 2012-present
Built to order in multiple rib, barrel and stock configurations
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Designer: Antonio Zoli
Notes
Chambered for 76mm (3 inch) shells; also offered in 20, 28 gauge and .410 bore. Barrel lengths range from 28 to 34 inches. Weight varies by configuration; a 34 inch model weighs roughly 3.84 kg.
Background
Antonio Zoli traces its gunmaking roots in the Gardone Val Trompia valley back to 1945, and the Z-Sport is the company's flagship modern clay-target over/under, employing the Boss-pattern action long favoured by British best-gun makers.