The high usefulness of pump action and semi-automatic shotguns is becoming
more and more evident in all those military, law enforcement and security
performances requiring to switch over in seconds to different ammunition
types suitable for each specific situation.
That is why the RS202 M1, M2 pump action and especially the lastest Beretta
M3P semi-automatic pump shotguns are so ideal for the above-mentioned operative
situations.
Their versatility of use, allowing to handle any 2
3/4", 12 gauge loads (lead, rubber, plastic ball cartridge,
shotshells, buckshots as well as tear gas, smoke shells and grenades, etc.)
is certainly not the only feature they boast.
The Beretta's new-born M3P is a semi-automatic and pump action shotgun. The
DFM system (DFM = Dual Functioning Mode) allows to use this firearm
as a semi-automatic gun, thus offering all the advantages of easy handling
and quickest follow-up shots, or to switch it over as a pump action shotgun
operating with any type of loads from the heaviest to the hightest ones (minimum
propelling charge).
The change from one functioning mode to the other is simple and quick: it
just requires a short rotation of a ring located at the end of the forearm
which can be easily worked also holding the firearm in the shooting position.
The prismatic magazine
Another important new feature of the Beretta M3P is the replaceable 5-shot prismatic magazine, ensuring added ease of handling of the firearm, fast loading within seconds, thus giving maximum ease of use.
The folding shoulder stock
The ease of handling of the Beretta M3P shotgun is truly outstanding: already
at first glance its compactness is striking.
When more compactness is required, just fold the shoulder stock on top of
the shotgun; in this position the shoulder stock acts also as a carrying
handle.
The Beretta RS202 M1 and M2 pump action shotguns are among the most reliable
shotguns with dependable performance in this family, as they take advantage
of Beretta's experience in the manufacture of over one million of automatic
shotguns of which they are keeping the same locking system, feeding and firing
mechanism.
The tubolar magazine can hold up to 6 shells.
Both models are equipped with a device (bolt disconnecting lever) allowing
to extract the chambered shell without having to fire it.
The metal shoulder stock with rubber butt plate can be folded on the left
side of the gun.
The top of the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mount.
The pistol grip shape ensures maximum comfort.
RS202 M1
The basic model has the barrel fitted with adjustable rear sight and fixed post front sight.
RS202 M2
The M2 version features a protective plate cover on the barrel and magazine
tube. It has a black matted anti-reflection finish.
The existing threads at the barrel muzzle allow to assemble a pattern spreading
device. It has fixed rear sight and front sight.
Specifications | M3P | RS202 M1 | RS202 M2 |
Calibre: | 12 | ||
Cartridge Chamber: | 70 mm (2 3/4") | ||
Operation: |
A. Semi-automatic B. Manual, pump action |
Manual, pump action | |
Locking system: | Rotating bolt inertia operated | Falling block acting on barrel extension | |
Barrel/barrel length: | Cylindrical 40 cm or 61 cm | Cylindrical 52 cm | |
Overall length: | 94 cm - 115 cm | 102 cm | 105 cm |
Length (stock folded): | 68,5 cm - 89,5 cm | 79 cm | 81,5 cm |
Magazine: | Prismatic, 5 rounds | Tubolar, 6 rounds | |
Sights: | Fixed | Fixed - Adjustable rear sight on request for M1 model | |
Safety: | Manual, push button, locking the trigger | ||
Stock: | Metal folding stock | ||
Weight (approx.): | 3,540 kg. (40 cm barrel) | 3,200 kg. | 3,850 kg. |
Finish: | Light alloy components: anodized matt black. Steel components: Bruniton coated, matt black. |