Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol

What Makes the Ultima Patrol Different from the Standard A300

The standard A300 Outlander uses 26–28 inch barrels with Beretta’s Mobilchoke system for hunting and sporting clays. The Ultima Patrol shortens the barrel to 19.1 inches, adds an oversized bolt handle and bolt release for faster manipulation under stress, an enlarged loading port for easier combat loading, a stepped rib for faster sight acquisition, and Beretta’s Kick-Off hydraulic recoil dampening system in the stock. The result is a tactical semi-auto shotgun that runs on the same proven gas system as the A300 hunting platform but configured for defensive and competition use.

Beretta Gas System: Proven Reliability

The A300 Ultima Patrol uses Beretta’s self-cleaning, gas-operated action — the same system that runs the A300 Outlander and has been refined across decades of Beretta semi-auto shotgun production. It cycles everything from light 2¾-inch target loads through 3-inch magnum buckshot without adjustment. For a defensive shotgun that needs to run the first time every time with whatever ammunition you feed it, the Beretta gas system is one of the most proven in the industry.

Kick-Off Recoil Reduction

The Kick-Off system uses hydraulic dampeners in the stock to reduce felt recoil by up to 40% compared to a standard semi-auto. This is a significant advantage during extended training sessions, competition stages, and any situation where you’re firing magnum buckshot or slugs — calibers where even a gas-operated semi-auto produces substantial kick.

A300 Ultima Patrol vs. Beretta 1301 Tactical

The Beretta 1301 Tactical is Beretta’s purpose-built tactical/competition semi-auto with a faster cycling rate (BLINK gas system) and has been the dominant Beretta tactical shotgun for years. The Ultima Patrol is the more affordable alternative — same Beretta reliability, Kick-Off recoil reduction that the 1301 doesn’t offer, and a lower price point. The 1301 cycles faster and has a larger tactical aftermarket; the Ultima Patrol costs less and kicks less. For most home-defense buyers, the Ultima Patrol is the better value.

A300 Ultima Patrol for 3-Gun

The 19.1-inch barrel, enlarged controls, and gas-operated action make the Ultima Patrol a viable entry-level 3-Gun shotgun. The Kick-Off system is a genuine advantage in competition where fast follow-up shots on steel and slug stages reward reduced recoil. Serious 3-Gun competitors typically run the 1301, but the Ultima Patrol is an excellent starting point at a lower investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the A300 Ultima Patrol good for home defense?
Yes — it’s specifically designed for defensive use with a 19.1-inch barrel, enlarged controls, and proven gas-operated reliability.

A300 Ultima Patrol vs. 1301 Tactical?
The 1301 cycles faster and has a larger aftermarket. The Ultima Patrol has Kick-Off recoil reduction and costs less. Both are excellent Beretta tactical semi-autos.

Does the Ultima Patrol accept choke tubes?
Yes — it uses Beretta’s Mobilchoke system (Optima Bore on some models). Check the specific model for choke compatibility.

What is Kick-Off?
Beretta’s hydraulic recoil dampening system built into the stock, reducing felt recoil by up to 40%.

See Also: Beretta • Beretta A300 • Beretta 1301 • Semi-Auto Shotguns • 12 Gauge Shotguns • Home Defense Guns • 12 Gauge Ammo