Description
The M2-G1 is built to run cleaner and stay reliable when it counts. By collecting gas closer to the chamber and mounting the recoil system in the stock, it delivers smoother control and longer sustained performance than forward-mounted designs. The result is when it’s time to call the M2-G1 into action, it will hold its ground and stay in the fight. At the heart of the Benelli M2-G1 is the innovative Rear Piston Operated (R.P.O.) gas system, engineered to deliver cleaner operation, enhanced reliability, and long-lasting performance. Unlike traditional gas-operated shotguns that position the operating system at the front of the magazine tube—where the valves and recoil spring are exposed to fouling, carbon buildup, moisture, and debris—the R.P.O. system is located closer to the receiver. By collecting gas nearer the chamber, where pressure is stronger and combustion gases are cleaner, the M2-G1 cycles more efficiently while reducing fouling and maintenance. The result is a gas-operated tactical shotgun designed for smoother operation, greater durability, and consistent performance when it matters most.
The Benelli M2-G1 is engineered with an isolated recoil spring housed in the stock, keeping it separated from carbon fouling, moisture, and debris that can compromise performance in traditional gas-operated shotguns. By removing the recoil system from the operating gases, the M2-G1 delivers cleaner cycling, increased reliability, and longer service life with less maintenance.
Combined with the innovative dual-piston Rear Piston Operated (R.P.O.) system, the M2-G1 features fewer moving parts than many competing gas-operated platforms, reducing complexity while enhancing durability and consistency. The result is a cleaner-running, longer-lasting tactical shotgun built to perform under demanding conditions.
In the end…it runs and runs hard.
Specifications:
Item :11617
Barrel Length: 18.5 in.
Capacity: 7+1





