Sports Shotgun Market by Application (Competition (Clay, Trap, Skeet Shooting) and Hunting), Action Type (Over and Under, Side by Side, Semi-automatic, Pump Action), Gauge (12, 20, 28, .410 Bore) and Region Global Forecast to 2030

The sports shotgun is estimated to be at USD 260.5 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 342.6 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.6%. This growth is driven by the rising popularity of shooting sports such as trap, skeet, field shooting, and 3-gun competitions. The surge in global participation across both amateur and professional levels is supported by enhanced training facilities, expansion of national shooting federations, and increased media coverage of major events.

“The competition application segment is projected to witness strong growth during the forecast period.“

Based on application, the sports shotgun market has been segmented into competition and hunting. Shotguns are widely used in competitive shooting and hunting, making them a key product in the market. In sports such as skeet, trap, and sporting clays, participants depend on reliable, high-performance shotguns to improve their accuracy and results. Similarly, hunters favor shotguns for their versatility and effectiveness in targeting fast-moving game birds during upland and waterfowl hunts. Their dual appeal in competition and hunting highlights their importance as a product that combines functionality, tradition, and performance.

“The over and under action type segment accounts for a market significant share.”

Based on action type, the sports shotgun market has been segmented into side-by-side, over and under, semi-automatic, and push-action. Barrel alignment is the basis for these divisions; over-and-under shotguns have barrels stacked vertically, while side-by-side shotguns have barrels lined horizontally. Due to their antique appearance and appeal to collectors, side-by-side shotguns are strongly associated with tradition. Competitive shooting and hunting industries are dominated by over-and-under shotguns due to their accuracy, balance, and versatility. With evolving preferences among hunters, collectors, and competitive shooters worldwide, both action types are still developing.

“North America is projected to be the largest sports shotgun market.”

The sports shotgun market in the North American region has been studied for the US and Canada. The US dominates the sports shotgun market, with a significant market share in 2024. Cultural hunting customs, especially those involving deer and waterfowl shooting, are the primary factor behind its robust market presence and increased demand for high-end shotguns. With a large number of shooting ranges and clubs, the US is also a center for competitive shooting sports.

The study contains insights from various industry experts, ranging from component suppliers to Tier 1 companies and OEMs. The break-up of the primaries is as follows:

• By Company Type: Tier 1: 48%; Tier 2: 36%; and Tier 3: 16%
• By Designation: C Level: 52%; Directors: 30%; and Others: 18%
• By Region: North America: 42%; Europe: 30%; Asia Pacific: 21%; Rest of the World: 7%

Fabbrica d’Armi Pietro Beretta S.p.A. (Italy), Blaser GmbH (Germany), Armi Perazzi S.p.A. (Italy), H. Krieghoff GmbH (Germany), and Caesar Guerini S.r.l. (Italy) are some of the leading players operating in the sports shotgun market.

Research Coverage

This research report categorizes the sports shotgun market based on application (competition and hunting), action type (over and under, side by side, semi-automatic, and push-action), and gauge (12, 20, 28, and .410). These segments have been mapped across major regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World.

The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding the major factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, influencing the growth of the sports shotgun market. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overviews; solutions and services; key strategies; contracts, joint ventures, partnerships & agreements, acquisitions, and new product launches associated with the sports shotgun market. This report also covers competitive analysis of upcoming startups in the sports shotgun market ecosystem.

Key Benefits of Buying this Report: This report will help the market leaders/new entrants with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall sports shotgun market and its subsegments. The report covers the entire ecosystem of the market. It will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to position their businesses better and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report will also help stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provide them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.

The report provides insights on the following pointers:

• Analysis of the key drivers (growing interest in sports shooting, rising number of shooting clubs and associations, and increasing cultural value of luxury shotguns), restraint (stringent regulatory framework for shotgun procurement, decline in hunting licenses, and environmental and ethical concerns on wildlife conservation) opportunities (rising participation in shooting sports and ongoing collaborations with event organizers and federations), and challenges (high cost of competition shotguns for professional shooting and fluctuating raw material prices)
• Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on sports shotguns offered by the top players in the market
• Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and product launches in the sports shotgun market
• Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets (the report analyzes the sports shotgun market across varied regions)
• Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the sports shotgun market
• Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the sports shotgun market

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