The Benelli Nova 3 redefines pump-action performance, bringing next-level innovation, durability, and speed to the field. Engineered with legendary M4 technology and advanced Poly-Mod construction, this shotgun delivers responsive handling and unwavering reliability in any conditions.
When Benelli introduced the original Nova, it revolutionized pump-action shotguns—proving that innovation had no limits. Now, the Nova 3 takes that legacy even further. With its lightweight, quick-handling design and battle-tested M4 performance, this shotgun is built for those who demand Lighter, Faster, and Always Ready performance.
Features:
- Fast & Ultra Reliable
- 3″ Chamber Leads to a 14% shorter cycling stroke compared to the original Nova making it much faster. The incorporated M4 bolt-face is added for ultra reliability.
- Legendary Engineering
- Nova 3 incorporates legendary M4 engineering with poly-mod construction, a crisp trigger, and ergo-evolved diamond grip stock — one of the best gripping surfaces on the markets — for responsive handling and unwavering performance.
- Clever Release
- A button positioned on the underside of the forend activates a shell stop, allowing a chambered shell to be removed without releasing rounds from the magazine.
- Reduce Recoil
- Durable recoil pad provides greater recoil reduction. Nova 3 is equipped with a flush QD sling cup.
- Crucial Sight Alignment
- Designed with front and rear ghost-ring sight system.
- Integrated M-LOK Mounts
- Drilled and Tapped Receiver
- All models come with a drilled and tapped receiver.
Specs:
General:
| Canada Legal Classification | Non-Restricted | Action | Pump | |
| Handedness | Ambidextrous | Optic Interface | Drilled and Tapped Receiver for Benelli Nova, SuperNova | |
| Rear Sight | Receiver Mounted Protected Fully Adjustable Ghost Ring Peep w/ (2) White Dots | Front Sight | Barrel Mounted Protected Drift Adjustable White Dot Post | |
| Default Sight Radius (in; cm) | ~22.8; 58 | Grip Type | Stock Integrated Pistol Textured | |
| Pistol Grip Cap | Benelli Logo | Trigger Type | Non-Adjustable | |
| Trigger Material | Synthetic | Trigger Compatibility | Benelli Nova 3 | |
| Min Trigger Pull (lbs; N) | ~8; 35.6 | Max Trigger Pull (lbs; N) | ~8; 35.6 | |
| Observed Trigger Pull (lbs) | ~8 | Safety | (2) Position Cross-Bolt | |
| Manual Safety Position | Trigger Group Mounted, On Front Trigger Guard | Magazine Interface | Fixed Tube, Receiver Underside Loading | |
| Magazine Compatibility | Benelli Nova3, Nova, SuperNova | Magazine Capacity | 4 | |
| Default Length (in; mm) | 40.25; 1022.35 | Min Length (in; mm) | 40.25; 1022.35 | |
| Max Length (in; mm) | 40.25; 1022.35 | Min Width (in; mm) | ~2.2; 55 | |
| Max Width (in; mm) | ~2.2; 55 | Min Height (in; mm) | ~8.3; 210 | |
| Max Height (in; mm) | ~8.3; 210 | Weight w/o Mag (lbs; kg) | N/A | |
| Weight w/ Empty Mag (lbs; kg) | ~6.6; 2.99371 | Accessory Interfaces | Sling Stud Buttstock, Barrel Support |
Receiver:
| Operating Mechanism | Dual Action Bars, Rotating Bolt, Cock on Open | Action Size | 3″ Ejection Port | |
| Receiver Type | Benelli Nova 3 | Lower Receiver Material | Polymer Poly-Mod | |
| Lower Receiver Finish | MultiCam Black | Upper Receiver Material | Polymer Poly-Mod w/ Steel Insert | |
| Upper Receiver Finish | MultiCam Black | Stock Interfacing Mechanism | None; Stock Integrated Into Receiver | |
| Stock Interfacing Mechanism Material | N/A | Stock Interfacing Mechanism Finish | N/A | |
| Barrel Interfacing Mechanism | Threaded Into Barrel Extension | Barrel Securing Mechanism | Threaded Magazine Cap; Barrel Extension Threads | |
| Barrel Securing Mechanism Material | Synthetic; Steel | Barrel Securing Mechanism Finish | Matte Black; Matte Blued | |
| Recoil Lug | None | Recoil Lug Material | N/A | |
| Recoil Lug Finish | N/A | Feed Type | Push | |
| Ejection | Barrel Extension Mounted Spring Loaded Ejector | Ejection Direction | Right | |
| Bolt Type | (2) Piece Bolt and Carrier | Bolt Material | Steel | |
| Bolt Finish | Matte Blued | Bolt Head Type | Replaceable Bolt | |
| Bolt Lock | (2) Rotating Bolt Head Lugs | Operating Handle | Pump Forend | |
| Operating Handle Material | Steel w/ Synthetic Cover | Operating Handle Finish | MultiCam Black Textured | |
| Bolt Hold Open | None | Bolt Release | Trigger Group Mounted Lever, Right Side, Front of Trigger Guard | |
| Trigger Guard Type | Part of Trigger Group | Trigger Guard Material | Polymer | |
| Trigger Guard Finish | Matte Black | Trigger Guard Engraving | None | |
| Magazine Release Type | None | Magazine Release Position | N/A | |
| Magazine Cutoff | Forend Mounted Shell Stop Button | Anti-Release Magazine Lock Mechanism | Threaded Magazine Cap |
Buttstock:
| Stock Type | Receiver Integrated Pistol Grip Full Size | Stock Fit | Benelli Nova 3 | |
| Stock Material | Polymer Poly-Mod | Stock Finish | MultiCam Black w/ Sling Eyelet, (2) QD Slots | |
| Buttpad | Synthetic Recoil Pad | Adjustable Length of Pull | No | |
| Default Length of Pull (in; cm) | 14.125; 35.8775 | Min Length of Pull (in; cm) | 14.125; 35.8775 | |
| Max Length of Pull (in; cm) | 14.125; 35.8775 | Adjustable Comb | No | |
| Min Drop at Comb (in; cm) | 1.5; 3.81 | Max Drop at Comb (in; cm) | 1.5; 3.81 | |
| Min Drop at Heel (in; cm) | 2.375; 6.0325 | Max Drop at Heel (in; cm) | 2.375; 6.0325 | |
| Adjustable Cast | No | Adjustable Pitch | No |
Forend:
| Forend Type | Separate from Stock, Part of Action | Forend Fit | Benelli Nova 3 | |
| Forend Material | Polymer Poly-Mod | Forend Finish | MultiCam Black Textured w/ (6) M-LOK Slots |
Barrel:
| Barrel Length (mm) | 469.9 | Caliber Marking | 12GA. | |
| Chamber Size (mm) | 76 | Steel Shot Rating | CIP S Marked | |
| Barrel Profile | Round | Barrel Material | Steel | |
| Barrel Finish | MultiCam Black | Chamber Finish | Standard | |
| Rifling | None | Twist Rate | N/A | |
| Choke | Fixed Modified | Choke Thread | None |
Additional Information:
| Item Number | 21505 |
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