The Browning Citori Lightning is a 20 GA over-under shotgun built on a break-open action with a 2-round capacity. The 28-inch barrel brings the overall length to 45 inches, and the gun weighs 6.56 lbs (105 oz). The 3-inch chamber handles standard and magnum field loads. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• SKU: 1794003756 
• UPC: 023614067870 
• Brand: Browning 
• Model Name: Citori Lightning 
• Action Type: Break Open (Over Under) 
• Gauge: 20 GA 
• Chamber Size: 3" 
• Capacity: 2 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28" 
• Total Length: 45" 
• Weight: 6.56 lbs (105 oz) 
• Sights: Ivory Bead Front Sight 
• Stock Material/Finish: Walnut / Gloss Oil Finish 
• Receiver Material/Finish: Steel / Polished Blued Finish 
• Trigger Type: Single Selective 
• Safety Feature: Top Tang Safety 
   

Detailed Features: 

The Lightning-style rounded pistol grip is shorter than the standard Citori grip, which shifts the hand position for faster barrel movement on crossing targets. Vector Pro lengthened forcing cones reduce gas turbulence and improve pattern consistency. Three Invector Plus choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) are included for versatility across game and clay disciplines. 
 
The polished blued receiver and gloss walnut stock are finished to a high standard. The ivory bead front sight is easy to acquire in varied light. At 6.56 lbs, the gun carries comfortably through upland cover without inducing fatigue on longer hunts. 
 

Usage Scenarios: 

• Upland hunting for quail and pheasant where the 20-gauge keeps recoil manageable 
• Clay shooting, including sporting clays where quick target acquisition matters 
• General field use where lighter weight is a priority over raw payload

The Citori Lightning 20 GA draws consistent praise for its balance and the feel of the rounded grip, which many shooters prefer for swing-through shooting. Owners frequently note the walnut finish quality and how the polished blued steel holds up in the field.

On performance, the gun patterns reliably and the action stays smooth through high round counts. Recoil is light for a field gun, though a few shooters loading heavier 3-inch shells note it is more noticeable than they expected from the 20-gauge designation.

Price discussions are common. Most buyers see the Citori Lightning as a long-term purchase that justifies its cost through durability and resale value. Those on a tighter budget sometimes weigh it against imported alternatives that undercut it substantially on price.