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The M1014, Joint Service Combat Shotgun was adopted in November, 2001 by the United States Marine Corps to replace three different service shotguns currently in use by the Corps. Most of the Marine Corps does not have this weapon.
The first obvious advantage theM1014 has is the telescoping buttstock. This adaptation allows for more extensive use of the shotgun in close quarter fighting where different types of ammunition can be used without extensive over-penetration. Being able to maneuver from room to room, over obstacles, and through small openings while keeping your weapon in your hand is always a plus. But don't expect the table of organization or equipment to change anytime soon. This weapon will probably still be used mainly for special operations and security forces.
Another edge this shotgun has is an accessory rail on top of the receiver which is capable of accepting the numerous night vision scopes, lasers, and flashlights that the Marine Corps uses. This is a plus over the legacy shotguns in inventory and appears to be the standard for the future weapons as well, such as the M16A4.
I expect almost every new weapon to come with some sort of adaptation, such as a rail system. It only makes sense to require a manufacturer of a new weapon system to meet standards that take advantage of the existing Marine Corps inventory. Occasionally, the Marine Corps has weapon system that is not compatible with night vision goggles, scopes, or lights. Instead, they have other manufacturers create straps or other devices to morph one technology with another. The Corps appears to be getting smarter with its infantry gear purchases and a bit more savvy with its requirement statements.
The final benefit the M1014 has is the semi auto action. Using a simplification, it takes the physical "pump" out of the shotgun. Benelli uses a regulated gas system to cycle the weapon. This allows the shooter to maintain sight on the target while another round is pumped into the chamber. Without the opportunity to fire this weapon, I will take the opinion that this system seems to be to the shooters advantage. I am sure stress tests were conducted with thousands of rounds to ensure the failure rate on the cycle of operation was miniscule.
M1014 Nomenclature
The M1014 Combat shotgun is a lightweight, gas operated, tubular magazine fed, 12 gauge, semi-automatic shotgun capable of firing 2.75 or 3.00 magnum shells with a telescoping tubular buttstock.
Types of Ammunition
Rifled Slug
00 Buck
Bird Shot
Dummy
Special Ops Rounds
Avon Round--Lock Buster
Ferret Round- CS Round
The characteristics of the M1014 Combat Shotgun :
Manufacturer: Benelli U.S.A. Corporation. Caliber: 12 gauge, accepts 23/4" and 3" standard and magnum loads.
Length: 39.8" w/stock extended, 34.9" collapsed.
Weight: 8.44 lbs. empty.
Safety: Ambidextrous manual cross bolt.
Magazine Capacity: Six 3" shells seven 23/4", plus one chambered round can be unloaded without cycling through the action.
Trigger Pull: 5.5 to 7.28 lbs.
Buttstock: Modular telescopic with removable pistol grip.
Sights: Adjustable aperture rear and fixed post front, radius 23.7"
Maximum Effective Range: 40 yards with 00 buckshot and in excess of 100 yards with the rifled slug.