Franchi AL-48
| Franchi 48 AL | |
|---|---|
| Type | Shotgun |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 5.4 to 5.7 lbs |
| Length | 42.75 to 48 inches |
| Barrel length | 24 to 28 inches |
| Caliber | 12 gauge, 20 gauge, 28 gauge |
| Action | semi-automatic |
| Feed system | 4+1 capacity tubular magazine |
The 48 AL is a semi-automatic shotgun that has been manufactured by Luigi Franchi S.p.A. since 1948.
The gun is available in 12 gauge, 20 gauge and 28 gauge. It uses a patented action that John Browning developed for the Browning Auto-5. Rounds are cycled through long recoil. Factory models are equipped with walnut stocks and forends. Franchi offers one model with a short stock, and one model with a “Prince-of-Wales” stock.
The 48 AL comes with a light but durable full aluminum receiver that is polished in black, walnut furniture, and a golden trigger.