Benelli Armi SpA · Shotgun · In Production · 2004
| Weight (empty) | 3040 g (107.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1010 mm (39.76") |
| Barrel Length | 470 mm (18.50") |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Action Type | Inertia Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
Primary Caliber: 12 Gauge
The Benelli M2 is a semi-automatic shotgun manufactured by Benelli Armi SpA of Urbino, Italy. Introduced in 2004 as the successor to the Benelli M1 Super 90, the M2 is built around Benelli's signature inertia-driven operating system, which relies on the kinetic energy of recoil rather than gas to cycle the action. A two-piece bolt with an internal inertia spring momentarily stays in place when the shotgun recoils; the compressed spring then drives the bolt rearward to eject the spent shell and s...
Country of Origin: Italy
Designer: Bruno Civolani