The CLASSIC can also be ordered in a "non big five” configuration in such standard calibers as .30-06, .308 Win., 7x57R, 7x65R, 8x57JRS, 8x75RS, 9.3x74R.

The CLASSIC Standard shares many of the same features the CLASSIC "Big Five" offers. Among them is the action which is identical between the Standard and the "Big Five" rifle. This makes it possible to add a "big five" caliber barrel later to a standard caliber rifle, although in such case, the gun has to be re-proofed.

It is the ultimate African adventure, the quest for the “Big Five”. And it is forever connected with side-by-side rifles, a classic configuration which bespeaks superb handling and ultimate reliability. Krieghoff has the rifle to meet the challenge: The CLASSIC “Big Five”. It was designed in conjunction with professional hunters and safari experts specifically for hunting dangerous game. Calibers available range from .375 H&H to .500 Nitro Express – the most effective on dangerous game and the choice of professional hunters.