Beretta A400 Xplor Action J40AK18 | 12 Gauge | 28-inch

The Beretta A400 Xplor Action is a semi-automatic 12 gauge built around a gas piston system and designed for fast, reliable cycling. This configuration pairs a 28-inch vent-rib barrel with a walnut Kick-Off stock and a bronze-toned aluminum receiver. The A400’s features emphasize swing balance, reduced recoil and intuitive field stripping for maintenance.

Common applications for this shotgun include upland bird hunting and clay-target competition, where fast follow-up shots and controllable recoil are valuable. Its fiber optic front sight and Optima-style chokes make it suited to field and sporting uses.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Beretta.
• The model is A400 Xplor Action.
• The manufacturer’s part number is J40AK18.
• The UPC is 082442707716.
• The action is a Semi-Auto gas piston system.
• The gauge is 12 Gauge.
• The barrel measures 28 inches with a vent-rib profile.
• The chamber accepts 3-inch shells.
• The capacity is 4+1.
• The stock is walnut with a fixed Kick-Off recoil system.
• The receiver is bronze-toned aluminum.
• The choke system is Optima-Choke HP and includes C, F, M tubes.
• The sighting is a fiber optic front sight.
• The trigger is a chrome-plated trigger.
• The forend features checkering with Beretta logo for secure handling.

The A400 Xplor Action combines Beretta’s Blink cycling with the Kick-Off stock to reduce felt recoil and maintain quick follow-up capability. Its vent-rib barrel and Optima choke set provide a balance of patterning options for fieldwork and sporting clays, while the walnut furniture and bronze receiver deliver a traditional appearance with modern features.

Owners commonly praise its fast Blink cycling and the effectiveness of the Kick-Off recoil reduction, and reviewers frequently note the shotgun’s solid build quality and balanced handling.

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