The Browning Citori 825 Sporting (0183226003) in 20 gauge delivers competition-grade over-under performance with modern enhancements for serious sporting clays and skeet shooters who demand precision, balance, and all-day handling. Built on a low-profile receiver with a 30-inch barrel, this shotgun offers extended sight radius and smooth follow-through for sustained leads on crossing and rising targets.
Key Features
- Manufacturer Part Number: 0183226003
- Gauge: 20 gauge
- Chamber: 3 inch
- Capacity: 2 rounds
- Barrel Length: 30 inches
- Action Type: Over-under break action
- Receiver: Low-profile steel with silver nitride finish
- Stock: Grade II or III walnut with gloss oil finish
- Choke System: Invector-DS choke tubes included
- Trigger: Fire Lite 2 mechanical trigger
- Safety: Pyramid shaped top tang safety and barrel selector
- Sights: Ivory front bead and mid-bead
- Recoil Pad: Inflex II
Special Features
- Fire Lite 2 Mechanical Trigger features a higher pivot point with delay mechanism for crisp break, lighter pull, and reduced overtravel compared to the original Fire Lite
- Low-profile 825 receiver reduces overall weight and improves pointability with updated styling and curved metal-to-forend connection
- Invector-DS choke system provides extended choke tubes with full, modified, improved cylinder, and skeet included for improved pattern consistency
- Silver nitride finish on receiver resists wear and corrosion while maintaining an elegant appearance
- Sporting clays grade engraving provides enhanced aesthetics over field models
- Inflex II recoil pad directs energy back and down for improved comfort during extended shooting sessions
- Pyramid shaped safety selector switch provides more surface area for easier engagement
- Redesigned and strengthened forearm latch makes assembly and disassembly easier while providing stronger lockup
- Vector Pro forcing cones and back-bored barrels reduce shot deformation and improve pattern density
- Chrome-lined barrels for durability and corrosion resistance
- Ported barrels help reduce muzzle rise for faster target transitions
Practical Benefits
- The 30-inch barrel configuration delivers extended sight radius and smooth momentum for sustained leads on crossing targets and overhead presentations
- Low-profile receiver design makes the Citori 825 Sporting in 20 gauge comfortable for smaller-framed shooters while maintaining competitive performance
- Invector-DS choke tubes give flexibility to switch between patterns for different sporting clays presentations and station requirements
- Fire Lite 2 trigger delivers improved second-shot performance with quicker and cleaner mechanical reset for doubles and report pairs
- Inflex II recoil pad reduces fatigue during tournament competition and practice sessions with high round counts
- Ported barrels help keep the muzzle down between shots for faster second-target acquisition
- Strong full-width hinge pin and tapered locking bolt design wears in rather than out for lasting reliability
- 50/50 point of impact suits varied target presentations from overhead sporting clays to crossing rabbits
- Sporting clays engraving and gloss oil finished walnut provide competition-grade appearance with classic good looks
The Browning Citori 825 Sporting (0183226003) in 20 gauge with 30-inch barrels is a reliable pick for competitive sporting clays shooters seeking a lightweight over-under with modern trigger technology and proven Browning quality.
| MANUFACTURER | MIROKU |
| MODEL | CITORI |
| CALIBER | 20 GA |
| TYPE | SHOTGUN |
| IMPORTER | BROWNING |