Description
Beretta 1201FP — The Original Tactical Semi-Auto Shotgun
The Beretta 1201FP (Field Police) was Beretta’s first purpose-built tactical semi-automatic shotgun, developed in the late 1980s and widely adopted by law enforcement agencies across the United States and Europe. Now discontinued, the 1201FP has become a highly sought-after collectible and tactical firearm.
Inertia-Driven Reliability
The 1201FP uses the same inertia-driven operating system pioneered by Benelli (Beretta’s sister company), making it one of the most reliable semi-automatic shotgun actions ever designed. With no gas ports to foul and minimal moving parts, the 1201FP cycles virtually any 12-gauge load from light target loads to 3″ magnums without adjustment.
Police-Spec Features
- Ghost-ring rear sight with protected blade front — fast target acquisition at any light level
- Matte black synthetic stock and forend — no glare, resistant to field conditions
- Steel receiver with matte black finish
- Extended magazine tube capacity (6+1 with 2¾” shells)
- Crossbolt safety
Full Specifications
- Manufacturer: Beretta (Italy)
- Model: 1201FP — J120240
- Action: Semi-automatic, inertia-driven
- Caliber: 12 Gauge (2¾” and 3″ chambers)
- Barrel Length: 20″
- Overall Length: 42″
- Weight: 6.3 lbs
- Capacity: 6+1 (2¾”), 5+1 (3″)
- Sights: Ghost-ring rear, blade front
- Stock: Black synthetic
- Status: Discontinued — limited supply
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