FRANCHI 42028 AFFINITY 3 COMPACT 20 GA 3" 26" BBL MAX-7 CAMO

The Franchi Affinity 3 Compact (42028) is an inertia-driven semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 20 gauge, built for youth shooters, women, and smaller-framed hunters who want a full-featured compact shotgun for waterfowl and upland hunting without giving up reliability or fit. This compact 20 gauge semi-auto shotgun combines a chrome-lined 26-inch barrel, a fully adjustable length of pull, and head-to-toe Realtree MAX-7 camo coverage into a scaled-down platform that performs at the level of a full-size field gun.

Key Features

• Part number: 42028
• Gauge: 20 gauge
• Chamber: 3 inches, accepts 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch shells
• Minimum recommended load: 7/8 oz. at 1,200 FPS
• Barrel length: 26 inches, chrome-lined
• Capacity: 4+1
• Length of pull: 12-3/8 inches to 13-3/8 inches, adjustable with included spacers
• Stock: Synthetic, Realtree MAX-7 camo finish, five shims included
• Receiver: Drilled and tapped, Realtree MAX-7 camo finish
• Chokes included: Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full, plus wrench
• Sights: Fiber optic red bar front sight
• Weight: 6 pounds
• Overall length: 45.38 inches
• Action: Inertia-driven semi-automatic, Front Inertia system
• Safety: Cross-bolt safety

Special Features

• The Front Inertia system cycles the action using energy harvested from the fired shell, requiring no gas ports or rings to clean and keeping the operating system simple and reliable across a full season of hard use.
• The adjustable length of pull ships at 12-3/8 inches and extends to 13-3/8 inches using the included quarter-inch spacers, allowing the fit to grow with a younger shooter over multiple seasons.
• The chrome-lined barrel resists corrosion and fouling buildup, making it a practical choice for wet-weather waterfowl hunting where barrels take consistent moisture exposure.
• The five included stock shims allow independent adjustment of drop and cast so the gun can be fitted to the shooter's natural mount rather than forcing the shooter to adapt to a fixed stock geometry.
• The oversized bolt release and charging handle operate cleanly with gloved hands, a purpose-built detail for cold-weather duck blinds and early-season goose fields.
• The enlarged and smoothed loading port reduces the effort needed to load shells under pressure, a detail that matters when conditions are fast and the action needs to stay moving.
• Full Realtree MAX-7 camo coverage across the receiver, barrel, and stock provides complete concealment in marsh grass, flooded timber, and mixed upland cover.

Practical Benefits

• The compact dimensions and adjustable length of pull make this shotgun a direct fit for youth hunters stepping into the field for the first time and for smaller-framed adult hunters who find standard-length stocks difficult to mount consistently.
• The three included choke tubes give you a practical range of constrictions to cover everything from close-flushing roosters to crossing decoying ducks without buying additional tubes.
• The drilled and tapped receiver lets you add a red dot or reflex sight without modification, opening the door to faster target acquisition in low-light field conditions.
• The 6-pound weight keeps the gun easy to carry through a full day of walking upland cover or standing a long blind watch, a genuine advantage for younger hunters still building strength and endurance.
• The Realtree MAX-7 pattern was developed specifically for wetland environments, making this shotgun a natural fit for any hunter working marsh, flooded fields, or timber.
• Whether you are putting a youth hunter on their first duck, hunting hens on a late-season pheasant walk, or looking for a compact setup that simply fits and swings better for your build, the Franchi Affinity 3 Compact (42028) in 20 gauge gives you the features and reliability to make every hunt count.

The Franchi Affinity 3 Compact (42028) in 20 gauge is a proven platform and a smart addition for the youth hunter, smaller-framed shooter, or experienced waterfowler who wants a compact inertia-driven shotgun with a genuine fit solution built in from the factory.