My buddies and I did some testing years ago on barrel lengths for scatterguns, and with the same model guns, with the same chokes (extra full) using the same loads, the 30 inch barrels delivered much more energy downrange than the 26 inch barrels. Say what you will, I much prefer a 28" or 30" barrel over a " shortie" for turks. I want ALL the good cards in my hand when I go for a possible trophy gobbler.