
The Benelli Nova 3 is a redesigned pump-action hunting shotgun built around Benelli’s reliable Nova platform. Its 3-inch chamber supports common field and waterfowl loads, while the updated design shortens the cycling stroke by 14 percent compared with the original Nova for faster follow-up shots. The M4-style bolt face enhances feeding reliability, and the underside forend cutoff button allows a chambered shell to be removed without releasing rounds from the magazine. A durable polymer construction, ergonomic diamond-grip stock, crisp trigger, recoil-reducing pad, and 28-inch barrel give the Nova 3 a practical balance of handling, durability, and field capability. The drilled and tapped receiver accepts compatible optics, and the included interchangeable choke setup provides improved pattern versatility.
Key features
- Pump-action design with a 4+1 capacity for reliable hunting performance
- 28-inch barrel chambered for 3-inch 12 Gauge shotshells
- Poly-mod construction and an ergonomic diamond-grip stock provide durable handling and a secure hold
- Forend cutoff button allows the chambered shell to be removed without releasing rounds from the magazine
- Durable recoil pad helps reduce felt recoil during extended use
- Drilled and tapped receiver supports compatible optic mounting solutions and includes interchangeable IC, M, and F chokes
The Benelli Nova 3 is built for dependable field performance and fast, controlled pump-action cycling.
Benelli Nova 3 12 Gauge Shotgun: quick facts
- What caliber is the Benelli Nova 3 12 Gauge Shotgun?
- It is chambered in 12 Gauge.
- How many rounds does it hold?
- 4+1 rounds.
- How big and heavy is it?
- Barrel length 28 inches, overall length 49.5 inches, weight 6.7 pounds.
- What kind of action does it use?
- Pump Action.
- Is it optic ready or threaded?
- Optic ready: Yes; threaded barrel: No.
- What sights and finish does it have?
- Sights: Bead Sights.
- Is it new or used?
- New, in the original packaging.
- Can I buy it in Iowa?
- Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in Iowa; you pick it up there after the background check. Rifles and shotguns ship to your chosen Iowa FFL dealer for the background check and pickup.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes, at $616.39. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.







