The Beretta A400 Xcel Multitarget delivers consistent cycling and reduced felt recoil for competitive clay shooting disciplines. This 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun features Beretta's proven Blink gas operating system and Kick-Off recoil reduction technology for faster follow-up shots.
What Makes This Different
The A400 Xcel Multitarget incorporates Beretta's Blink gas system that cycles 36% faster than previous models, enabling split times under 0.28 seconds between shots. The Kick-Off stock system reduces felt recoil by up to 40% compared to fixed stocks through hydraulic dampeners and stock geometry adjustments. The adjustable comb allows precise sight alignment across different shooting disciplines without gunsmithing.
Key Features
- Kick-Off recoil reduction system with hydraulic dampeners
- Adjustable comb for customized sight picture alignment
- 30-inch blued barrel optimized for sporting clays and trap
- Oiled walnut stock with checkered grip surfaces
- Silver anodized receiver with enhanced corrosion resistance
- 4+1 capacity with 3-inch chamber capability
- MicroCore recoil pad for additional shock absorption
Field testing shows the A400 Xcel cycles reliably with loads from 2¾-inch target shells to 3-inch magnums without adjustment. The 30-inch barrel provides extended sight radius for precise target acquisition in sporting clays, trap, and skeet competitions. Corrosion-resistant finishes maintain function in humid conditions and coastal environments.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12 gauge, 3-inch chamber
- Barrel Length: 30 inches, blued finish
- Capacity: 4+1 rounds
- Overall Length: 50.8 inches
- Weight: 7.3 pounds
- Stock: Oiled walnut with adjustable comb
- Action: Semi-automatic, gas-operated
- Choke: Optima-Choke HP system
- Country of Origin: Italy
Competitive shooters choose the A400 Xcel Multitarget for its proven reliability across multiple clay disciplines and reduced recoil characteristics that maintain accuracy during extended shooting sessions. The combination of Italian craftsmanship and modern engineering delivers consistent performance when scores matter most.