The Beretta 1301 Tactical C — the model Beretta previously branded Mod. 2 — is the fastest-cycling defensive shotgun on the market, and this configuration adds the one thing serious users keep asking for: a side-folding chisel stock. Combined with an 18.5" barrel, 7+1 capacity, a three-section M-LOK forend, and ghost ring sights, it delivers a compact, hard-use 12 gauge that stores short and deploys instantly. Beretta part number J131M2CPFC187, UPC 082442030395.

BLINK: 36% Faster Cycling

The 1301 Tactical runs Beretta's BLINK gas operating system — a cross-tube gas piston driving a rotating bolt, engineered for speed above all else. Beretta's published claim is that BLINK cycles 36% faster than its competition, and in practice it is the defining characteristic of the platform: split times on the 1301 are what convert people from pumps and from other autoloaders. The cold hammer-forged, back-bored barrel supports it with reduced friction and consistent patterning.

The Chisel Folding Stock

The chisel stock is the 1301 C's most distinctive feature — a squared, aggressively knurled skeletonized design that replaces the conventional shotgun stock with something closer to a modern rifle's. This SKU adds a side-folding hinge, dropping overall length dramatically for vehicle storage, safe storage, pack carry, and confined-space deployment. The stock and forend both carry aggressive knurling for retention with wet or gloved hands.

Mod. 2 / "C" Generation Upgrades

Beretta's C generation is a meaningful revision of the original 1301 Tactical, not a cosmetic refresh:

• Three sections of M-LOK on an upgraded, knurled forend — lights and accessories mount directly, no adapter rail required.
• New semi-flat tactical trigger — a crisp break with minimal reset, replacing the original's conventional shotgun trigger.
• New Pro-Lifter — redesigned to make reloading faster and reduce thumb bite.
• Oversized charging handle and a large, heavily textured bolt release — both operable at speed with gloves.
• Oversized reversible safety button — configurable for left- or right-handed shooters.
• 18.5" barrel (the original 1301 Tactical used 18.7").

Sights and Optics

The 1301 Tactical ships with a protected ghost-ring rear sight and an interchangeable front blade — fast, rugged, and forgiving at defensive distances. An aircraft-grade aluminum MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail on the receiver accepts red dots and magnified optics. Beretta notes that an optic, shell carrier, and match saver are not included.

Beretta 1301 Tactical C J131M2CPFC187 Specifications

Who This Shotgun Is For

The 1301 Tactical is the competition shooter's defensive shotgun and, increasingly, the professional's. Its speed advantage is real and measurable, and the C-generation upgrades — M-LOK, the semi-flat trigger, the Pro-Lifter, the reversible safety — address exactly what heavy users were changing aftermarket. The folding chisel stock makes it a strong choice for truck guns, home defense in tight quarters, and anyone who needs a full-power 12 gauge that stores in a short footprint.

What's in the Box

• Beretta 1301 Tactical C shotgun, 18.5" barrel, chisel folding stock
• OptimaChoke HP Improved Cylinder flush choke tube
• Owner's manual and case (packaging per current factory configuration)
• Optic, shell carrier, and match saver not included

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the "Gen 2" 1301?

Beretta doesn't use the term "Gen 2." Their designation is 1301 Tactical C, previously marketed as Mod. 2 — this part number carries both markers (M2 and C). It is the current generation, with the M-LOK forend, semi-flat trigger, Pro-Lifter, and 18.5" barrel.

Does it really hold 7+1?

Beretta rates it 7+1 with true 2.75" shells. Some longer-crimped 2.75" shells will reduce capacity to 6+1. Worth testing with your chosen defensive load.

Can I shoot it with the stock folded?

Side-folding stocks on gas guns are generally designed to be fired from the shoulder in the extended position. Follow Beretta's manual for this model.

What's the difference between this and the fixed chisel stock version?

Part number J131M2CPC187 is the same gun with a fixed chisel stock; the "F" in J131M2CPFC187 denotes the folding version. Same barrel, capacity, and features otherwise.

Can I mount a red dot?

Yes — via the included MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail. Beretta does not publish a direct optic cut for this SKU.