The Browning Citori Gran Lightning is an over/under shotgun chambered in 16 GA with a 26-inch barrel and 2.75-inch chamber. The polished blue receiver carries engraving, the stock is lightning-style satin walnut, and the trigger is single selective. Capacity is 2 rounds and overall length is 44 inches, weight 8 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: Citori Gran Lightning 
• Type: Over Under Shotgun 
• Caliber: 16 GA 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Chamber: 2.75 inches 
• Choke Configuration: Invector-Plus (Includes F, IC, M) 
• Weight: 8 lbs 
• Overall Length (OAL): 44 inches 
• Receiver Finish: Polished Blue with Engraving 
• Stock Description: Lightning Style Satin Walnut 
• Trigger Type: Single Selective 
   

Detailed Features 

The vent rib barrel helps with sighting alignment and sheds heat during extended range sessions. Invector-Plus chokes let you swap shot patterns to match the game or course, full for longer shots, improved cylinder when targets are close. The engraved polished blue receiver is a traditional touch that also holds up well against wear. The satin walnut lightning-style stock gives a secure grip without feeling rough after a long day of hunting, and the single selective trigger lets you choose which barrel fires first depending on the situation.

The Citori Gran Lightning 16 GA draws a consistent mix of admiration and practical scrutiny. Most owners point to the materials and fit and finish as highlights. Browning's attention to detail on the walnut and receiver work is hard to argue with. The aesthetics get mentioned often, though usually alongside performance notes rather than instead of them.

On the range or in the field, the smooth action is frequently cited. The 16-gauge is appreciated for sitting between the authority of a 12 and the lightness of a 20. Recoil stays manageable while still doing the job on upland birds. The 26-inch barrel gets specific praise for quick handling in brushy cover and tight sporting clays stations.

Weight and price come up regularly on the other side of the ledger. Some owners find it heavier than they expected for an all-day carry gun. Price is the more common sticking point. This is a premium-tier shotgun and not everyone feels the budget stretches that far, though most who own one consider it a long-term investment rather than a one-season tool.