Benelli Super Sport 12 Ga 30″ Carbon Fiber ComforTech Nickel/Blue

Description

The Benelli Super Sport 12 Ga 30″ Carbon Fiber ComforTech Nickel/Blue is a semi-automatic shotgun engineered specifically for the demands of competitive clay shooting and high-volume recreational target shooting across the United States. Whether you are burning through cases of shells at a registered trap shoot in Pennsylvania, walking a sporting clays course in Texas, or dialing in your swing at a local range in Ohio, this model is built to deliver consistent, fast handling with noticeably reduced felt recoil. Designed for the shooter who values precision and endurance over flash, this shotgun brings Benelli’s proven inertia-driven system to the line with a distinctive aesthetic and functional upgrades that support long days on the range.

Product Overview and Intended Audience

The Benelli Super Sport is a purpose-built competition shotgun, not a tactical or hunting model adapted for clays. It is intended for the clay target shooter—whether you are a seasoned competitor in NSCA or NSSA events, a weekend league participant, or a shooter looking to improve your scores with a dedicated target gun. This specific configuration, with a 30-inch ported barrel and Carbon Fiber ComforTech stock, is optimized for sporting clays, trap, and skeet. While it can be used for upland bird hunting or waterfowl with appropriate choke selection, its design focus remains squarely on the clay course. It is not recommended for home defense or concealed carry due to its barrel length and stock design.

Key Specifications

• Gauge: 12 Gauge
• Action: Semi-automatic, Benelli Inertia-Driven System
• Barrel Length: 30 inches
• Barrel Features: Ported barrel with ventilated rib and red front bead sight
• Chamber: 3 inches (accepts 2.75-inch and 3-inch shells)
• Chokes: Accepts Benelli Crio system choke tubes (includes set of five: C, IC, M, IM, F)
• Stock: Carbon Fiber ComforTech stock with adjustable comb and length of pull spacers
• Receiver Finish: Nickel/Blue two-tone finish
• Overall Length: Approximately 50 inches
• Weight: Approximately 7.2 pounds (varies slightly with choke and spacers)
• Capacity: 4+1 (5 rounds total, factory-limited magazine plug for competition compliance)
• Sights: Red front bead on a ventilated rib
• Safety: Cross-bolt trigger safety

Feature Deep-Dive

The Benelli Inertia-Driven System is the core of this shotgun’s reliability. Unlike gas-operated actions that divert propellant gases to cycle the bolt, the inertia system uses the shotgun’s own recoil energy to compress a spring inside the bolt. This design keeps the action cleaner because it does not vent carbon or debris into the receiver. For a clay shooter firing hundreds of rounds in a session, this means fewer malfunctions caused by fouling and less frequent cleaning. The system cycles a wide range of 12-gauge loads, from standard 1-ounce target loads to heavier 3-inch hunting shells, without adjustment.

The 30-inch ported barrel is a specific feature for competitive shooters. Porting, which consists of small gas vents near the muzzle, reduces muzzle rise and felt recoil by redirecting some of the combustion gases upward. This allows for faster follow-up shots and less barrel lift, which is particularly beneficial on pairs in sporting clays or doubles in trap. The ventilated rib provides a consistent sight plane from receiver to bead, helping you maintain proper head position and swing. The red front bead is simple and effective, offering a clear point of aim without distracting fiber optic elements.

The Carbon Fiber ComforTech stock is one of the most significant upgrades on this model. Benelli’s ComforTech system uses a series of chevron-shaped recoil pads at the buttstock and a flexible stock design to absorb and spread recoil energy over a longer duration. The carbon fiber material reduces overall weight without sacrificing structural integrity, helping the shotgun balance well for fast target acquisition. The stock also features an adjustable comb that can be raised or lowered with included shims, allowing you to fine-tune the fit for your face shape and shooting style. Length of pull can be adjusted using spacers between the stock and recoil pad, making this gun adaptable to different shooters or bulky clothing for cooler months.

The Nickel/Blue receiver finish offers practical benefits beyond appearance. The nickel plating on the receiver provides increased corrosion resistance compared to standard blued steel, which is useful in humid environments or when shooting near saltwater coastal ranges. The two-tone look—nickel receiver with blued barrel—also reduces glare in bright sunlight, a subtle advantage when you are squinting at a clay target against a bright sky. This finish is durable and easy to maintain with standard gun oils and a soft cloth.

The Crio choke system is another performance-oriented feature. Benelli’s Crio process involves cryogenically treating the choke tubes to relieve internal stresses, which improves consistency in shot patterns. The set of five chokes (Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified, Full) covers all standard clay target disciplines. The Crio tubes are easily swapped with the included choke wrench, and their extended design provides a slight muzzle weight that aids swing dynamics. For shooters who prefer a specific pattern, aftermarket choke tubes from brands like Briley or Carlson’s are compatible with the Crio thread pattern.

Finally, the factory 4+1 capacity is standard for competition shotguns. The magazine tube includes a plug that limits capacity to two shells in the magazine (plus one in the chamber) for a total of three rounds, which meets the requirements for most trap, skeet, and sporting clays events. The plug is easily removed if you wish to use the full 4+1 capacity for hunting or non-competitive use, though you should verify local regulations and match rules before doing so. The cross-bolt safety is located at the rear of the trigger guard and is ambidextrous in function, though it is positioned for right-handed shooters by default.

Ideal Use Cases

Competition Clay Shooting: This is the primary use case. The 30-inch barrel, porting, and ComforTech stock are all optimized for high-volume target shooting. The inertia system keeps the gun running clean through long tournaments, and the adjustable stock helps you achieve a consistent mount.

Recreational Target Shooting: If you enjoy spending weekends breaking clays at your local range, this shotgun offers a noticeable reduction in fatigue compared to a fixed-stock, non-ported gun. The carbon fiber stock keeps weight manageable for carrying around a course.

Upland Bird Hunting (Limited): With the appropriate choke and a lighter load, the Super Sport can be used for pheasant, quail, or chukar hunting. The inertia system handles field loads reliably. However, the 30-inch barrel is longer than ideal for thick cover, and the bright nickel receiver may be more reflective than a matte finish in the field.

Not Recommended For: Home defense, concealed carry, or tactical applications. The barrel length, stock design, and competition-oriented features do not suit these roles. For those needs, consider a dedicated defensive shotgun with a shorter barrel and different stock configuration.

Compatibility Notes

• Ammunition: This shotgun cycles 2.75-inch and 3-inch 12-gauge shells. For best function with the inertia system, use shells with a minimum velocity of approximately 1,200 fps for 1-ounce loads. Low-recoil or subsonic target loads may fail to cycle reliably. High-brass hunting loads and standard target loads perform well.
• Chokes: Uses Benelli Crio thread pattern. Aftermarket chokes from Briley, Carlson’s, and Trulock are compatible. Do not use standard Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke tubes as they are not interchangeable.
• Holsters and Slings: Not applicable for holsters. Standard 1-inch sling swivels are compatible; Benelli offers factory sling studs for this model if not pre-installed.
• Magazines: The magazine tube is fixed. No aftermarket extended magazines are offered for this model. The factory plug is removable for increased capacity in non-competitive use.
• Accessories: The stock accepts Benelli’s shim kit for comb adjustment and length of pull spacers. Recoil pads are specific to the ComforTech system. Optics mounts are not standard; this model is intended for bead sight use only.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can this shotgun be shipped directly to my home in the U.S.?
No. As a licensed FFL retailer, we can only ship firearms to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. Once you place an order, we will require you to provide the contact information for your chosen FFL dealer. We will ship the shotgun to that dealer, and you will complete the background check and transfer paperwork there before taking possession. We do not ship firearms to PO boxes or residential addresses.

2. How does the FFL transfer process work?
After you place your order, we will contact you for your selected FFL dealer’s information. We verify that the dealer’s license is current and on file. Once verified, we ship the shotgun via a licensed carrier. You then visit the dealer, pay any applicable transfer fees (set by the dealer, not by us), and complete the ATF Form 4473. A background check will be run. Upon approval, the dealer transfers the shotgun to you. This process typically takes 3–7 business days from order to dealer delivery, depending on shipping distance.

3. What ammunition is compatible with this shotgun?
This shotgun is chambered for 2.75-inch and 3-inch 12-gauge shells. It will fire all standard 12-gauge loads within those lengths, including target loads, field loads, and magnum hunting loads. However, the Benelli inertia system requires sufficient recoil energy to cycle reliably. Light target loads under 1,200 fps may not cycle properly, especially when the gun is new. We recommend breaking in the shotgun with 1-ounce or 1.125-ounce loads at 1,200 fps or higher. Once broken in (100–200 rounds), it may cycle lighter loads. Steel shot is safe through the Crio chokes, but check the choke tube markings for steel shot compatibility.

4. What warranty does Benelli provide on this shotgun?
Benelli USA offers a limited lifetime warranty to the original owner for defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty covers the shotgun for its functional lifetime, but does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse, or modifications. The warranty is non-transferable. If you purchase this shotgun from us, you are the original owner. To file a warranty