Benelli Supernova
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| caption = A Benelli MR 1 rifle and a Benelli Supernova (bottom) on display
| origin = Italy
| type = Pump action shotgun
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| design_date = mid 2000s
| manufacturer = Benelli
| unit_cost = Upwards of $500
| production_date = 2006-present
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| variants = Nova
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| weight = 7.2 lbs. - 8 lbs. (3.22kg - 3.63kg)
| length = 40-49.5 in. (1,016.0-1,257.3mm)
| part_length = 18-28 in. (457.2-711.2mm)
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| cartridge = 12-gauge shotshell
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| feed = 4+1 internal magazine
| sights = Mid: Metal bead
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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.{{cite web|author=Adam Heggenstaller|date=October 28, 2010|title=Benelli SuperNova|url=http://www.shootingillustrated.com/index.php/2635/benelli-supernova/|publisher=Shooting Illustrated|accessdate=November 20, 2013}}
Variants
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 rifled or smoothbore, 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 open or ghost ring sight, and has an 18.5" or 14" barrel with a fixed cylinder choke.{{cite web |url=http://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/benelli-supernova-tactical.php |title=Supernova Tactical |accessdate=24 January 2013}} 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. with an adjustable stock pistol grip.
Users
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- {{BAN}}:
- Bangladesh Ansar: Quantity 1,800.{{cite news |script-title=bn:৩০ হাজার শটগান পাচ্ছে আনসার ও গ্রাম প্রতিরক্ষা বাহিনী |trans-title=Ansar and village defense forces are getting 30,000 shotguns |url=https://www.channel24bd.tv/news24/article/115585/%E0%A7%A9%E0%A7%A6-%E0%A6%B9%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%9C%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%B0-%E0%A6%B6%E0%A6%9F%E0%A6%97%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%A8-%E0%A6%AA%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%9A%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%9B%E0%A7%87-%E0%A6%86%E0%A6%A8%E0%A6%B8%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%B0-%E0%A6%93-%E0%A6%97%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B0%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%AE-%E0%A6%AA%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B0%E0%A6%A4%E0%A6%BF%E0%A6%B0%E0%A6%95%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B7%E0%A6%BE-%E0%A6%AC%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%B9%E0%A6%BF%E0%A6%A8%E0%A7%80 |publisher=Channel 24 |date=21 November 2018 |language=bn |access-date=30 October 2020}}{{cite news |title=Ansar gets 30,000 shotguns ahead of national election |url=https://www.newagebd.net/article/50486/ansar-gets-30000-shotguns-ahead-of-national-election |work=New Age |date=13 September 2018}}
- {{FRA}}:
- French Armed Forces: Selected the Benelli Supernova Tactical in 2022 as their new service shotgun.
- {{PRT}}:
- Portuguese Army: Bought 380 units in 2020.{{Cite web|last=Barreira|first=Victor|date=11 November 2020|title=Benelli Supernova TTS Portuguese Army|url=https://twitter.com/defence360/status/1326517775775522818|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201111133810/https://twitter.com/Defence360/status/1326517775775522818 |archive-date=2020-11-11 |access-date=|website=}}
- {{THA}}:
- Royal Thai Police: Selected the Benelli Supernova Tactical 14" in 2020 - 2021 as their new service shotgun.{{cite web | url=https://www.forcesoperations.com/un-nouveau-fusil-a-pompe-pour-les-militaires-francais/ | title=Un nouveau fusil à pompe pour les militaires français | date=24 May 2022 }}
References
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External links
- [https://web.archive.org/web/20090827123924/http://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/benelli_supernova.php Super Nova on Manufacturer's Website]
{{Benelli Armi SpA}}