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Benelli Supernova

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Pump action shotgun

Benelli Supernova
ABenelli MR 1 rifle and a Benelli Supernova (bottom) on display
Type	Pump action shotgun
Place of origin	Italy
Production history
Designed	mid 2000s
Manufacturer	Benelli
Unit cost	Upwards of $500
Produced	2006-present
Variants	Nova
Specifications
Mass	7.2 lbs. - 8 lbs. (3.22kg - 3.63kg)
Length	40-49.5 in. (1,016.0-1,257.3mm)
Barrel length	18-28 in. (457.2-711.2mm)
Cartridge	12-gauge shotshell
Action	Pump-action
Feed system	4+1 internal magazine
Sights	Mid: 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.^[1]

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 rifledorsmoothbore, 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 openorghost ring sight, and has an 18.5" or 14" barrel with a fixed cylinder choke.^[2] 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.^[2] with an adjustable stock pistol grip.

•  Bangladesh:
  • Bangladesh Ansar: Quantity 1,800.^[3][4]
•  France:
  • French Armed Forces: Selected the Benelli Supernova Tactical in 2022 as their new service shotgun.^[5]
•  Portugal:
  • Portuguese Army: Bought 380 units in 2020.^[6]
•  Thailand:
  • Royal Thai Police: Selected the Benelli Supernova Tactical 14" in 2020 - 2021 as their new service shotgun.^[5]

• Super Nova on Manufacturer's Website