The Browning Citori Gran Lightning is a 12 gauge over/under with a 26" barrel, polished blue receiver with engraving, and a Lightning-style satin walnut stock. The single selective trigger lets the shooter choose barrel order, and Invector-Plus chokes (Full, Improved Cylinder, Modified included) provide flexibility across different shooting disciplines. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: Citori Gran Lightning 
• Type: Over Under Shotgun 
• Caliber: 12 GA 
• Action: Break Open 
• Capacity: 2 RD 
• Chamber: 3" 
• Barrel Length: 26" 
• Overall Length (OAL): 44" 
• Weight: 8 lbs 
• Sights: Ivory Bead Front & Mid Bead Rear 
• Stock Description: Lightning Style Satin Walnut 
• Trigger Type: Single Selective 
• Finish Color: Polished Blue with Engraving (Receiver) / Brown (Finish) 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The polished blue receiver carries engraving that gives the Gran Lightning its distinctive appearance. The Lightning-style straight grip walnut stock sits in gloss oil finish. The tang safety is positioned for thumb access without repositioning the hand. At 8 lbs with a 26" barrel, the Gran Lightning is on the heavier side for a field gun but carries well and mounts consistently. The Invector-Plus choke system is widely supported in the aftermarket. 
 

Target Audience 

 
Sport shooters and upland hunters who want the Citori platform in a classic configuration. The 26" barrel suits quick-mounting upland work and sporting clays alike. Collectors who appreciate the engraved polished blue receiver will also find this a meaningful piece. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Trap and skeet shooting where the over/under's balance and selective trigger are advantages. 
• Upland game bird hunting (pheasant, quail) where the 26" barrel mounts fast. 
• Collecting and display, where the engraving and polished receiver finish warrant it.

The Citori Gran Lightning is consistently praised for its construction and aesthetics. The engraved polished blue receiver and satin walnut stock combination draws genuine appreciation from owners who care about how a gun looks and how it's built. The fit and finish are regarded as among the best in the Citori line.

Performance matches the presentation. Users report reliable cycling and consistent patterns in clay shooting and hunting scenarios. The action is smooth, and recoil management is described as good for an 8 lb gun. The 26" barrel is cited as a practical choice for field use where a longer barrel would be cumbersome.

Weight comes up. 8 lbs is heavier than many comparable O/U field guns, and some hunters feel it after a long day. Price is the other common discussion point. The Gran Lightning sits at the upper end of the Citori range, and buyers weigh that carefully. Most who own one consider it justified given the longevity and performance of the platform. Novice shooters also find the gun approachable, which speaks to the balance of the design.