The Franchi 48 AL is a long recoil operated semi-automatic shotgun introduced in 1948 and produced in Italy by Luigi Franchi. The design is mechanically derived from John Browning's Auto 5 system, using the same long recoil principle in which the barrel and bolt travel rearward together before separating to cycle the next shell. The 48AL combines this proven operating system with a lightweight aluminum alloy receiver, resulting in a shotgun well suited for extended carrying in the field.

This is a later production example imported into the United States by Benelli USA Corp, chambered in 20 gauge with a 2 3/4 inch chamber and fitted with a 24 inch barrel with improved cylinder choke. The receiver features a black anodized finish and the shotgun is fitted with walnut furniture with a length of pull of approximately 14 inches. It feeds from a tubular magazine beneath the barrel. No original box or accessories included.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Luigi Franchi S.p.A.
• Importer: Benelli USA Corp
• Model: 48AL
• Gauge: 20 Gauge
• Chamber: 2 3/4"
• Action: Semi-automatic, long recoil operated
• Barrel Length: 24 inches
• Choke: Improved Cylinder
• Receiver: Aluminum alloy, black anodized
• Finish: Blued barrel with black anodized receiver
• Stock: Walnut
• Length of Pull: 14 inches
• Magazine: 4+1 round tubular magazine