The NEW Benelli M2-G1 12 Gauge: Tactical Meets Practical
Benelli has announced their newest home defense or tactical-style shotgun in the M2-G1 12 Gauge, which offers a brand new Rear Piston Operated (R.P.O.) Gas System and several other enhancements to push the needle for competitive shotgunners, recreational shooters, and home defense advocates alike.
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Benelli M2-G1 12 Gauge Tactical Shotgun
The new Benelli M2-G1 shotgun looks aesthetically attractive, but what is new on the inside? For starters, they have beveled the loading port for faster reloads, you have the new RPO gas system, and enlarged controls for easier manipulations of controls with gloved hands.
- Beveled Loading Port - Faster, more efficient reloads
- Rear Piston Operated (R.P.O.) Gas System - Cleaner, more controlled operation
- Dual Short-Stroke Pistons - Positioned near the chamber to reduce fouling exposure
- Enlarged Controls - Faster, smoother manipulation
Models
All of the available models at the outset of this announcement are chambered in 12 Gauge while sporting an 18 ½” barrel. The MSRPs will vary depending on the colorway you choose as well as the stock: collapsible or fixed.
- 11610 | M2-G1 | Gray Standard Stock | 5+1 Capacity | MSRP $1,829
- 11611 | M2-G1 922r | Gray Standard Stock | 7+1 Capacity | MSRP $1,949
- 11612 | M2-G1 922r | Gray 5-Position Stock | 7+1 Capacity | MSRP $2,049
- 11617 | M2-G1 922r | FDE 5-Position Stock | 7+1 Capacity | MSRP $2,149
- 11622 | M2-G1 922r | Multi-Cam Black 5-Position Stock | 7+1 Capacity | MSRP $2,149
A Word from Benelli on the New M2-G1 12 Gauge
“The all-new Benelli M2-G1 delivers a cleaner, more controlled approach to tactical performance through Benelli’s new Rear Piston Operated (R.P.O.) system. Designed around dual short-stroke pistons positioned closer to the chamber, the M2-G1 reduces fouling, improves long-term consistency, and delivers the rugged reliability expected from Benelli. Combined with aggressive tactical ergonomics, a 5-position collapsible stock, upgraded pistol grip, and extended 7+1 capacity, the M2-G1 is built to perform when everything is on the line.”
Final Thoughts
Benelli advertises this shotgun as “not just tactical, but territorial,” meaning with a shotgun as capable as this, you will own the area you are overseeing. Whether that is a 3-gun stage at a local competition, or if you deploy it in defense of your home. Stay tuned for a full TFB Review!
As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Benelli and the new M2-G1 in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback and engagement.
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Buried the lede. Benelli exchanged the inertia action for dual piston gas!? In the M2? They should’ve just called it the M4 Lite. Confusing considering they just revamped their M2 field guns. Hopefully they release a field version utilizing this gas system. In the meantime, this M2-G1 should compete nicely with the 1301 after initial kinks get worked out. Regardless, Beretta Holding finally innovating at Benelli is nice to see.
#1 I'm curious if this (new) R.P.O. Gas System can run as a 14" 5+1 SBS without any changes/mods to the gas pistons, especially since an Mil/LE Entry model has yet to be announced.
#2 I'm also in agreement about the naming of this new Benelli, as some associates in a few of my LGS's are already confusing the M2-G1 as the "next generation" M2 Inertia gun and NOT as a Gas gun. "M5" or anything besides "M2-G1" would have been better
#3 Looks like the infamous "thumb cutter" shell carrier is still present and accounted for... (Lol)