The Browning A5 Ultimate Sweet Sixteen delivers classic semi-automatic performance with modern reliability enhancements. This 16-gauge shotgun combines the legendary A5 action with premium Turkish walnut and polished black metal finishes for both field performance and aesthetic appeal.
What Makes This Different
The Ultimate Sweet Sixteen features Browning's Kinematic Drive system, which replaces traditional gas operation with a more reliable inertia-driven mechanism. This system reduces fouling buildup by 50% compared to gas-operated alternatives while maintaining consistent cycling with both light and heavy loads. The 16-gauge chambering provides 25% less recoil than 12-gauge while delivering superior ballistics compared to 20-gauge options.
Key Features
- Kinematic Drive inertia system for reliable cycling with 2.75" shells
- 28" high-gloss black barrel with ventilated rib and fiber optic front sight
- Grade III Turkish walnut stock with 14.25" length of pull
- Polished black receiver with intricate engraving patterns
- 4+1 capacity with oversized bolt handle and release
- Invector-DS choke tube system with three included tubes
- Speed Load Plus magazine cutoff for quick shell changes
Field testing demonstrates consistent 3-inch groups at 40 yards with premium waterfowl loads. The balanced 28" barrel configuration provides optimal swing dynamics for upland birds while maintaining sufficient velocity for waterfowl hunting. Weather-sealed action components resist moisture intrusion during extended outdoor use.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 16-gauge, 2.75" chamber
- Barrel Length: 28" with ventilated rib
- Overall Length: 48.25"
- Weight: 6 lbs 12 oz
- Stock: Grade III Turkish walnut with gloss finish
- Action: Semi-automatic inertia operated
- Chokes: Invector-DS system (F, M, IC included)
- Safety: Cross-bolt trigger guard safety
- Hand: Right-hand configuration
- Country of Origin: Belgium
This configuration represents the pinnacle of Browning's Sweet Sixteen legacy, combining proven mechanical reliability with premium materials. The limited production Ultimate designation ensures exclusivity while maintaining the performance standards expected from professional-grade semi-automatic shotguns.