Semi-automatic shotgun

Benelli M4 Super 90 semi-automatic shotgun

A semi-automatic shotgun is a shotgun that is able to fire a shell after every trigger squeeze, without needing to manually chamber another round. These weapons use gas, blowback, or recoil operation to cycle the action, eject the empty shell, and load another round.

Many semi-automatic shotguns also provide an optional manual means of operation such as by pump action or a charging handle.

Examples of semi-automatic shotguns

An Ithaca Mag-10 shotgun

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See also

See also: Category:Semi-automatic shotguns

• List of shotguns
• Assault weapon - certain semi-automatic shotguns are classified as assault weapons in some jurisdictions
• Automatic shotgun
• Personal defense weapon
• Semi-automatic firearm
  • Semi-automatic pistol
  • Semi-automatic rifle