Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2
The Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 updates Beretta's fastest-cycling tactical shotgun with a redesigned ergonomic grip, an aggressively textured M-Lok forend, and a new Pro-Lifter that speeds up reloads. The BLINK gas system underneath is unchanged from the original 1301 Tactical, still cycling in 36 milliseconds. Available in black, gray, Flat Dark Earth, and Olive Drab Green, with standard and pistol-grip Tactical C configurations. Impact Guns carries the Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 and ships nationwide to your local FFL dealer.
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What Changed From the Original 1301 Tactical to Mod 2
The Mod 2 keeps the same BLINK gas system and rotating bolt that made the original 1301 Tactical the benchmark for cycling speed, but reworks everything the shooter's hands touch. The pistol grip is redesigned for a more natural angle, the fore-end gets aggressive texturing for a better support-hand grip in wet or gloved conditions, and the trigger is a new semi-flat tactical design with a crisper break and shorter reset. The biggest functional change is the Pro-Lifter, which stays up out of the way when the action is closed, making reloads under stress noticeably faster than the original design.
Standard Stock vs. Chisel Stock: Which Fits You?
The standard synthetic stock is fixed-length and built for a straightforward defensive setup. The Chisel stock adds length-of-pull adjustment and a folding option, letting the gun fit different shooters or body armor setups without swapping parts. If more than one person will run the gun, or you need to adjust for armor, the Chisel stock configuration is worth the upgrade over the standard stock.
1301 Tactical C: The Pistol-Grip Configuration
The "C" designation marks the pistol-grip variant, sold with a fixed synthetic stock and typically in a 5-round configuration rather than the 7-round tube on standard-stock models. The pistol grip changes the manual of arms compared to a traditional stock, which some shooters prefer for one-handed retention and others find less natural — try both if you can before deciding.
Choosing a Finish: Black, Gray, FDE, or Olive Drab Green
Black is the standard duty finish. Gray, Flat Dark Earth, and Olive Drab Green are Cerakote-style finishes that trade a little bit of stealth for a look that doesn't show wear as visibly as flat black over years of use. None of the finishes change the gun's function — pick based on preference and what matches other gear you're running.
Magazine Capacity: 5+1 vs. 7+1 Configurations
Beretta's factory-standard Mod 2 configuration dropped to 5+1 from the original Tactical's 7+1, though Impact Guns also stocks 7-round Mod 2 configurations with the extended tube. If magazine capacity out of the box matters more to you than the Mod 2's ergonomic upgrades, confirm which capacity a specific listing ships with before buying — it varies by configuration, not just by finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the 1301 Tactical and 1301 Tactical Mod 2? The Mod 2 keeps the same BLINK gas system and 36-millisecond cycle time, but adds a redesigned grip, a more aggressively textured M-Lok forend, a new semi-flat trigger, and the Pro-Lifter for faster reloads.
Does the Mod 2 hold 5 or 7 rounds? It depends on the configuration. Beretta's standard Mod 2 spec is 5+1, but extended-tube 7+1 configurations are also available and in stock at Impact Guns.
What's the Chisel stock? Beretta's adjustable stock option for the Mod 2, offering length-of-pull adjustment and a folding configuration, sold alongside the standard fixed stock.
Is the 1301 Tactical Mod 2 good for home defense? Yes — it's built specifically for that role, with a ghost ring sight, Picatinny rail for a red dot, and the same fast-cycling BLINK gas system Beretta built the original 1301 Tactical around.
See Also: Beretta 1301 • Beretta Shotguns • Beretta • Tactical Shotguns