Benelli M3 Super 90 [Shotgun]:
The Benelli M3 Super 90 is specially designed for use by law enforcement agencies and anti-terrorist units. The shotgun uses a gas operated, rotating bolt system which allows the user to select either semi-automatic fire or manual pump-action pressing the command lever set into the front of the weapon's handguard. The reason for this is when using a type of cartridge that does not normally have the recoil energy to cycle the automatic mechanism is used in the weapon. This include flares and some types of non-lethal ammunition.
The M3 Super 90 is available with a standard "hunting" buttstock or a pistol grip stock for better control. Shwon above is with folding bustock and pistol grip. The barrel is threaded for use with a varity of attachments. These include adjustable chokes, door breechers, and recoil compensators. The weapon also includes a "ghost-ring" sighting system which allows the firer to aim with both eyes open if manual sighting is used.
Weight: | 7.6 pounds (3.45 kg) |
Caliber: | 12 Gauge |
Barrel Length: | 19.75 inches (50.16 cm) |
Overall Length: | 41 inches (104 cm), 31 inches (78.7 cm) with stock folded |
Action: | Gas Operated or Pump Action Selectable |
Mode of Fire: | Semi-Automatic or Pump Action |
Range: | 300 ft (90 m) |
Magazine: | 8+1 rounds |
Cost: | $ 1000 |
Made in: | Italy |
Special: | Able to switch between Semi-Auto and Pump-Action. Can use a variety of different attachments. |
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Writeup by Stryker (mailto:stanryker@home.com).
Revised by Mischa (E-Mail Mischa ) and by
Kitsune (E-Mail Kitsune).
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