The Beretta 690 Ultraleggero is a groundbreaking 12-gauge over-and-under shotgun that combines innovative design and engineering to deliver the lightest steel receiver shotgun on the market, without sacrificing the strength and reliability Beretta is known for. It's specifically designed for hunters who seek fast-handling, lightweight shotguns for quick target acquisition and optimal performance.
Key Features:
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Weight & Design: Weighing just 2.8 kg, the Ultraleggero features a skeletonized steel receiver with internal relief cuts, significantly reducing weight while maintaining structural integrity. The aluminum forend iron system and aluminum trigger guard further enhance the lightweight feel without compromising strength.
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Barrel & Choke: The shotgun features OptimaBore HP barrels with no side ribs, crafted from Beretta’s Steelium tri-alloy steel for strength, durability, and precise shot patterns. The barrels come in multiple lengths (61 cm, 66 cm, 71 cm, 76 cm) and are optimized for steel shot. It uses OptimaChoke HP chokes, perfect for steel shots and designed to reduce recoil and muzzle rise.
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Stock & Grip: The stock is made of 2.5-grade walnut with an oiled finish, chosen for its lighter weight and density to ensure perfect balance, particularly in the 28" barrel configuration. The pistol grip stock provides a secure, comfortable hold, while the increased stock cavity saves 129 grams compared to other shotguns, contributing to the overall weight reduction.
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Extralight® Recoil Pad: The Extralight® recoil pad is 30% lighter than standard pads and offers excellent recoil absorption, making it more comfortable to shoot. It’s also more resistant to abrasion, aging, and weather, thanks to its closed-cell structure.
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Innovative Floral Motif: The receiver features techno-polymer inserts with a cutting-edge floral motif. The design is achieved using advanced technology to create a unique, reflective visual effect that changes depending on the angle of light. This aesthetic feature, combined with the matte black burnishing and glossy black hinge pins, gives the Ultraleggero a distinctive and elegant appearance.
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3" Chamber: The 3" chamber allows the use of magnum cartridges and is compatible with lead, steel, and high-performance (HP) steel shots. This makes the Ultraleggero versatile, ideal for a variety of hunting conditions.
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Trigger Options: The single-selective trigger is positioned inside the safety catch, allowing you to select which barrel will fire first. Alternatively, an optional double single-selective trigger configuration allows you to quickly switch between barrels during a hunt, offering enhanced flexibility.
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Receiver Locking System: The 690 series receiver features an innovative locking system with trapezoid shoulders and dual conical locking lugs, ensuring exceptional durability and reliability for repeated shots, even with magnum cartridges.
Specifications:
- Model: 690 Ultraleggero
- Gauge: 12
- Barrel Length: 28" (available in other lengths)
- Chamber: 3" (76mm), compatible with lead, steel, and HP steel shot
- Choke: OptimaChoke HP
- Stock: Pistol grip, walnut with increased cavity
- Forend: Aluminum iron system (from 694 model)
- Weight: 2.8 kg
- Recoil Pad: Extralight® for superior comfort and durability
- Receiver: Skeletonized steel receiver with techno-polymer inserts
- Trigger: Single-selective (optional double single-selective trigger)
- Engraving: Floral motif with a reflective light effect
- MPN: J690UFJ8
- UPC: 082442953984
The Beretta 690 Ultraleggero sets a new standard for lightweight, high-performance shotguns, making it perfect for hunters seeking both elegance and functionality. Whether you're pursuing upland game or enjoying a day at the range, the Ultraleggero offers a fast-handling, comfortable, and reliable shooting experience.
- FFL: Yes
- Caliber: 12 Gauge