The Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen delivers the legendary reliability of the original Auto-5 design with modern manufacturing precision. This 16-gauge semi-automatic shotgun combines reduced weight with full-power performance, making it an exceptional choice for upland hunting and sporting applications. The kinetic drive system cycles reliably with a wide range of loads while maintaining the smooth operation Browning shotguns are known for.
What Makes This Different
The Sweet Sixteen variant reduces overall weight by nearly a pound compared to 12-gauge models while maintaining the same robust action and reliability. The kinetic drive system operates without gas ports or pistons, creating a cleaner-running shotgun that requires less maintenance. This design delivers consistent cycling with light target loads through heavy waterfowl shells, adapting automatically to different shell pressures.
Key Features
- Kinetic drive system for reliable cycling with all load types
- 26-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber capacity for versatile ammunition options
- Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades camouflage pattern for field concealment
- Lightweight aluminum alloy receiver reduces carry weight
- Speed Load Plus system for faster reloading in the field
- Fiber optic front sight for quick target acquisition
- Inflex Technology recoil pad reduces felt recoil by up to 50%
Field performance centers on the shotgun's ability to handle diverse hunting scenarios from dove fields to duck marshes. The 16-gauge chambering provides excellent knockdown power with reduced recoil compared to 12-gauge alternatives, allowing for faster follow-up shots and extended shooting sessions. The Mossy Oak camouflage pattern breaks up the gun's outline in natural environments, while the 26-inch barrel length balances swing characteristics for both upland birds and waterfowl.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 16-gauge with 3-inch chamber
- Barrel Length: 26 inches
- Overall Length: 46.75 inches
- Weight: Approximately 6.6 pounds
- Receiver: Lightweight aluminum alloy
- Finish: Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades camouflage
- Choke System: Invector-DS interchangeable tubes
- Safety: Cross-bolt safety behind trigger guard
This configuration represents optimal balance between power and handling characteristics for serious hunters who demand reliable performance. The combination of proven Browning engineering with modern materials creates a shotgun built for decades of field use.