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Chiappa Firearms brings out the big guns—literally.
After the runaway success of the Little Badger, Chiappa launches the Big Badger, a full-sized, break-action rifle chambered in three hard-hitting calibers: .410 Bore, 30-30 Win, and 350 Legend.
Chiappa designed the Big Badger for U.S. shooters who want simplicity, reliability, and modern modularity in a single-shot platform.
It folds in half for compact carry, features multiple accessory rails, and offers an updated stock that prioritizes control and comfort.
Big Format, Bold Features
At first glance, the Big Badger looks like a scaled-up Little Badger—but Chiappa packed in fresh features that give it a personality of its own.
Each rifle uses a break-open action with a trigger-shaped release and extractor that ejects spent casings cleanly.
Chiappa fits each model with a 20-inch barrel, while the M-LOK-compatible forend and Picatinny top and bottom rails give shooters options for lights, foregrips, and optics.
SEE ALSO: Chiappa Little Badger Review
The steel rod stock includes an adjustable cheek rest and a fixed buttpad designed to absorb recoil and stabilize the rifle.
The Big Badger line weighs 5.5 pounds (5.3 for the .410) and measures 35 inches overall—giving it a solid, maneuverable footprint whether stowed or slung.
Caliber Breakdown
- .410 Bore: Features a smooth bore, integrated front sight post, and Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke threads (ships with an MC-1 modified choke).
- 30-30 Win: Offers a 1:12 rifled barrel, no iron sights, and a threaded muzzle with a protector.
- 350 Legend: Mirrors the 30-30 design but with a 1:16 twist rate.
Each variation uses a manual feed, single trigger, and hammer half-cock/manual safety system. The rugged steel construction comes finished in black.
Specs at a Glance
- Action: Break Open (Folding)
- Calibers: .410 Bore, 30-30 Win, 350 Legend
- Barrel: 20″
- Stock: Steel Rod with Adjustable Comb
- Rails: Picatinny (top/bottom), M-LOK sides
- Twist Rates: 30-30 (1:12), 350 Legend (1:16)
- Choke (for .410): Mobil Choke Thread, MC-1
- Weight: 5.5 lbs (5.3 lbs for .410)
- Overall Length: 35″
- Finish: Black
- Extraction: Extractor
- SKU / UPCs:
- .410 Bore – SKU: 500.273 / UPC: 8053800947046
- 30-30 – SKU: CF500.272 / UPC: 8053800947039
- 350 Legend – SKU: CF500.271 / UPC: 8053800947022
Where to Learn More
The Big Badger gives shooters a chance to modernize a timeless platform.
Whether you’re chasing game, simplifying your kit, or just want a fun single-shot in a serious caliber, Chiappa has expanded the options.
To explore the full lineup, click HERE.
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“… and Chiappa walks away with the trophy for the ugliest, break-action rifle!”
Very strange choices in chamberings. No .223 seems like a big sales miss.