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Pump action shotgun
Benelli Supernova
A Benelli MR 1 rifle and a Benelli Supernova (bottom) on display
TypePump action shotgun
Place of originItaly
Production history
Designedmid 2000s
ManufacturerBenelli
Unit costUpwards of $500
Produced2006-present
VariantsNova
Specifications
Mass7.2 lbs. - 8 lbs. (3.22kg - 3.63kg)
Length40-49.5 in. (1,016.0-1,257.3mm)
Barrel length18-28 in. (457.2-711.2mm)

Cartridge12-gauge shotshell
ActionPump-action
Feed system4+1 internal magazine
SightsMid: Metal bead
Front: Red bar

The Benelli Supernova is a pump action shotgun used for hunting, self-defense and law enforcement, made by Italian firearm manufacturer Benelli Armi SpA. The Supernova features a recoil reducer, which is attached to the interior of the stock, and raises the length of time that the shot's impulse is spread across, thus lowering felt recoil.

Variants

Three main models are available:

  • SUPERNOVA with ComforTech: This model is available with a variety of barrel and sight configurations, most intended for hunting and trap/skeet shooting. It is made in both black and camouflage finishes. Barrels may be rifled or smoothbore, and are usually 24", 26", or 28" in length. Five types of chokes are available.
  • SUPERNOVA with SteadyGrip: This model is only available in a 24" barrel. The steady grip was designed for improved accuracy.
  • SUPERNOVA Tactical: This model can be equipped with an open or ghost ring sight, and has an 18.5" or 14" barrel with a fixed cylinder choke. with either a fixed stock pistol grip or an adjustable stock pistol grip.
  • SUPERNOVA Tactical (Royal Thai Police spec): This model equipped with a ghost ring sight, picatinny rail under foregrip, and has 14" barrel with a three type of chokes. with an adjustable stock pistol grip.
Benelli SuperNova Tactical 18.5 inch barrel with a pistol grip

Users

Map with Supernova users in blue

References

  1. Adam Heggenstaller (October 28, 2010). "Benelli SuperNova". Shooting Illustrated. Retrieved November 20, 2013.
  2. ^ "Supernova Tactical". Retrieved 24 January 2013.
  3. ৩০ হাজার শটগান পাচ্ছে আনসার ও গ্রাম প্রতিরক্ষা বাহিনী [Ansar and village defense forces are getting 30,000 shotguns] (in Bengali). Channel 24. 21 November 2018. Retrieved 30 October 2020.
  4. "Ansar gets 30,000 shotguns ahead of national election". New Age. 13 September 2018.
  5. ^ "Un nouveau fusil à pompe pour les militaires français". 24 May 2022.
  6. Barreira, Victor (11 November 2020). "Benelli Supernova TTS Portuguese Army". Archived from the original on 2020-11-11.

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