DSEi 09: Benelli Super Nova Short Barreled Shotgun

On display at the DSEi 2009 defense expo was this cut down Benelli Super Nova pump action shotgun. Apparently it is popular with South American Law Enforcement.

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In this short and stock-less configuration it is more like a pistol than it is a shotgun.

The information and photo were kindly provided by Lusaka who took the time to hunt for, and photograph, new and interesting arms on display at the expo. Thanks Lusaka, your efforts are appreciated. More cool guns from the show will be posted tomorrow.

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Steve Sep 15th 2009 handguns, military, shotguns Tags: , , , , , , , , 10 Comments

10 Responses to “DSEi 09: Benelli Super Nova Short Barreled Shotgun”

  1. jdun1911on 16 Sep 2009 at 7:29 am link comment

    I assume this shotgun is primary use as a door breaching tool.

    Here is the US military version of it in action.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyfNgfCiT4I&NR=1

  2. RP-in-TXon 16 Sep 2009 at 7:37 am link comment

    I think that has to be a Super Nova. The Nova buttstock and receiver are molded as one piece.

    I have a Nova that was a Valentine’s Day present from my wife several years ago. I loved the ergonomics and the shell ejection button, but it kicked like a mule. I added both the mercury recoil reducer AND a limbsaver pad at the same time and it made a huge difference. Now the recoil with 2 3/4 shells is pretty much on par with most semi-autos I’ve fired.

  3. Lusakaon 16 Sep 2009 at 7:56 am link comment

    No problem, glad to help!

    I have sent you an email as I did not accurately state the exact name which is a Super Nova before anyone jumps in and blames Steve.

    :-)

  4. Komradon 16 Sep 2009 at 8:06 am link comment

    Thats an interesting finish. I don’t think I’ve seen any gun with that kind of finish.

  5. viper5552on 16 Sep 2009 at 8:14 am link comment

    folding stock…ok but no stock is too uncontrolled or my tastes.

  6. Steveon 16 Sep 2009 at 10:14 am link comment

    yea, my mistake it is indeed a Super Nova. Post updated.

  7. SpudGunon 16 Sep 2009 at 11:18 am link comment

    Hmm, no sights, no lasers, no real way to aim. I guess South American cops like shooting people in bathrooms, elevators and phone booths.

  8. Nickon 16 Sep 2009 at 12:04 pm link comment

    It’s a shotgun with a very short barrel and no stock. I don’t think it was intended for use at a distance where sights would make a difference.

  9. Steveon 16 Sep 2009 at 12:57 pm link comment

    good point about being used as a door breaching system.

    It would work just as well as the M26:

    http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2007/11/02/m26-modular-accessory-shotgun-system-photos-and-video/

  10. Heathon 17 Sep 2009 at 4:29 am link comment

    I think it’s ugly as sin!

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