Description
Some shotguns are built for the duck blind, some for the clay course, and a few manage to do both without missing a beat. The Beretta A400 Xplor Action is one of those rare do-it-all guns. At its heart is Beretta's Blink gas operating system, which cycles fast enough to fire four shells in under a second and digests everything from light 2 3/4 inch target loads to full-power 3 inch hunting shells without any adjustment. Lead or steel shot, mild or wild, it just keeps running.
Kick-Off Recoil Reduction That Earns Its Keep
This version wears the walnut Kick-Off stock, which houses hydraulic dampers that soak up recoil before it ever reaches your shoulder. Combined with the Micro-Core buttpad and the gas action itself, Beretta claims up to a 70 percent reduction in felt recoil, and anyone who has run a case of shells through one in an afternoon will tell you the difference is real. Your shoulder stays fresh, your follow-up shots stay on target, and a long day of dove hunting or a 100-round sporting clays outing feels a whole lot shorter.
A400 Xplor Looks That Match the Performance
The bronze-toned aluminum receiver sits between a blued 28 inch Steelium vent rib barrel and Xtra-Grain walnut furniture, giving this gas gun the kind of looks that hold their own next to a fine over-under. Crisp checkering keeps your hands planted, a fiber optic front sight picks up fast against any background, and the whole package balances and swings the way a Beretta should. The barrel is threaded for Optima-Choke HP tubes, and the Cylinder, Modified, and Full chokes included in the box cover everything from tight quail flushes to late-season geese.
Simple to Maintain, Built to Last
Maintenance is refreshingly easy. The A400 field strips without tools into just a handful of parts, and the self-cleaning gas piston means you spend less time scrubbing and more time shooting. With a 4+1 capacity, a 3 inch chamber, and a weight of around 6.7 pounds, this is a shotgun you can carry all day and shoot all season.
Key Specifications
- Model: A400 Xplor Action KO
- Manufacturer Part Number: J40AK18
- UPC: 082442707716
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Chamber: 3"
- Barrel Length: 28" Vent Rib, Blued Steel
- Capacity: 4+1
- Action: Semi-Auto, Blink Gas Operated
- Stock: Xtra-Grain Walnut with Kick-Off Recoil Reduction
- Receiver: Bronze-Toned Aluminum Alloy
- Choke System: Optima-Choke HP
- Chokes Included: Cylinder, Modified, Full
- Front Sight: Fiber Optic
- Safety: Crossbolt
- Weight: Approx. 6.7 lbs
- Hand Orientation: Right
What’s Included
- Beretta A400 Xplor Action 12 gauge shotgun
- Three Optima-Choke HP choke tubes (Cylinder, Modified, Full)
- Choke wrench
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Beretta A400 Xplor Action cycle light target loads reliably?
Yes, that's one of the biggest strengths of the Blink gas system. It cycles everything from light 2 3/4 inch target loads up to 3 inch magnum hunting shells without any adjustment on your part. The self-compensating gas valve handles the pressure differences automatically, so you can shoot clays on Saturday and hunt ducks on Sunday with the same gun.
What does the Kick-Off system on this A400 Xplor do?
The Kick-Off system uses hydraulic shock absorbers built into the walnut stock that compress under recoil, working alongside the Micro-Core buttpad and the gas action. Together they cut felt recoil by as much as 70 percent compared to a fixed-breech gun. It makes a noticeable difference during high-volume shooting like dove season or a long sporting clays course.
Can I shoot steel shot through the A400 Xplor Action?
Yes, the 28 inch barrel and Optima-Choke HP tubes are rated for both lead and steel shot, making this a solid waterfowl option. As with any shotgun, avoid running steel through the Full choke with larger shot sizes and stick with Modified or more open constrictions for steel loads to get the best patterns.
Is the Beretta A400 Xplor easy to clean and maintain?
Very much so. It field strips without tools into just a few main components, and the gas piston is designed to be self-cleaning, scraping carbon away as it cycles. A quick wipe-down after a day in the field is usually all it takes to keep it running like new.



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