Benelli M1

{{Multiple issues| {{promotional|date=August 2013}} {{one source|date=August 2013}} }} {{Infobox weapon |name= Benelli M1 Super 90 |image= |caption= Benelli M1 Super 90 "Tactical" |origin= Italy |type= [[Shotgun]]  |is_ranged= yes  |service= 1986–present |used_by= |wars=  |designer= |design_date= 1980s |manufacturer= [[Benelli Armi]] |unit_cost= |production_date= 1986–2005 |number= |variants=  |spec_label= |weight= {{convert|3.18|–|3.63|kg|abbr=on}} |length= |part_length= |width= |height= |diameter=  |cartridge= 12 or 20-gauge [[Shotgun shell|shells]] or [[Shotgun slug|slugs]] |caliber= 12 or 20 [[Gauge (bore diameter)|gauge]] |barrels= 26”,20", 18.5", 14" |action= [[Recoil operation#Inertia operation|Inertia-operated]] [[Semi-automatic shotgun|Semi-automatic]] |rate= |velocity= |range= |max_range= |feed= 3–7 round tubular magazine, depending on model |sights= }}

The '''Benelli M1''' is a [[semi-automatic shotgun]] manufactured by [[Benelli Armi]], and the first model of the Benelli Super 90 line of semi-automatic shotguns. Introduced in 1986, it is available in several versions for civilian, law enforcement and military use.

The M1 was succeeded by the [[Benelli M2]], [[Benelli M3]], and [[Benelli M4]] models.

==Design== The M1 features the proprietary Benelli recoil system. The standard model features an [[aluminum]] [[alloy]] receiver and [[tubular magazine]], and it is available with standard or [[pistol grip]] stocks. The M1 Super 90 can be fitted with traditional [[iron sights]], or [[Iron sight#Ghost rings|ghost ring]] sights. Mounts are available for laser pointers and tactical flashlights.

Due to the inertia recoil system, the M1 requires heavier loads to cycle properly.

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==External links== * https://www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-manufacturer/benelli/shotguns-benelli/semi-auto-shotguns/m1-super-90-field

[[Category:Benelli Armi|M1]] [[Category:Semi-automatic shotguns of Italy]] [[Category:Weapons and ammunition introduced in 1986]]