The Benelli M3 Super 90 is specially designed for use by law enforcement agencies and anti-terrorist units. The shotgun uses a gas operated, rotating bolt system which allows the user to select either semi-automatic fire or manual pump-action pressing the command lever set into the front of the weapon's handguard. The reason for this is when using a type of cartridge that does not normally have the recoil energy to cycle the automatic mechanism is used in the weapon. This include flares and some types of non-lethal ammunition.

The M3 Super 90 is available with a standard "hunting" butt stock or a pistol grip stock for better control. Shown above is with folding bus tock and pistol grip. The barrel is threaded for use with a varity of attachments. These include adjustable chokes, door breechers, and recoil compensators. The weapon also includes a "ghost-ring" sighting system which allows the firer to aim with both eyes open if manual sighting is used.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Weight:	7.6 pounds ( 3.45 kg)
Caliber:	12 Gauge
Barrel Length:	19.75 inches ( 50.16 cm)
Overall Length:	41 inches ( 104 cm), 31 inches ( 78.7 cm) with stock folded
Action:	Gas Operated or Pump Action Selectable
Mode of Fire:	Semi-Automatic or Pump Action
Range:	300 ft ( 90 m)
Magazine:	8+1 rounds
Made in:	Italy
Special:	Able to switch between Semi-Auto and Pump-Action. Can use a variety of  different attachments.