The Benelli M4 EXT is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun with an 18.5-inch barrel and a Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish. It holds 7 rounds and has a five-position telescoping stock. The gas-operated action cycles through a standard 18.5-inch barrel. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Benelli 
• Model: M4 EXT 
• Caliber: 12 Gauge 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 7+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inches 
• Finish: FDE (Flat Dark Earth) Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

• 18.5-inch barrel 
• 7+1 round capacity 
• Five-position telescoping stock 
• FDE Cerakote finish throughout 
• Tactical configuration

The Benelli M4 EXT draws buyers who want the M4 platform with extended magazine capacity out of the box. Owners consistently point to the cycling reliability as the primary reason they chose it over competing tactical shotguns. The ARGO gas system handles a wide range of loads without adjustment, which owners appreciate.

The five-position telescoping stock makes the M4 EXT more adaptable than the fixed-stock M4, and the FDE finish is a popular choice among those who want a cohesive look when pairing with other FDE-finished gear. The 7+1 capacity is the headline feature, and most owners feel it justifies the category.

Price is the consistent criticism. The Benelli M4 EXT sits at the high end of the tactical shotgun market, and buyers debate whether the premium over domestic competitors is warranted. Those who have owned one for years tend to defend the cost; those comparing on paper often hesitate.