The Benelli Nova 3 is a pump-action shotgun chambered in 12 gauge with a 26-inch barrel. It has a 4-round capacity and comes in a Mossy Oak Bottomland finish. This is a field configuration suited for hunting use. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Benelli 
• Model: Nova 3 
• Caliber: 12 Gauge 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Color/Finish: Mossy Oak Bottomland 
   

Detailed Features 

• 26-inch field barrel in 12 gauge 
• 4-round magazine capacity 
• Mossy Oak Bottomland camo pattern on stock and receiver 
• Pump-action operation

Owners of the Benelli Nova 3 frequently mention its reliable cycling as a main draw. The pump action is smooth and snag-free according to most field reports, and the shotgun handles a variety of loads without issue. Hunters in particular appreciate that it keeps working in cold and wet conditions.

The Mossy Oak Bottomland finish gets mixed feedback. Turkey and waterfowl hunters consider it a good pattern for their environments, but some upland hunters feel it is darker than they need for open country. The stock ergonomics are generally praised as comfortable for all-day carry.

At its price point the Nova 3 is seen as a solid working gun without unnecessary complexity. Some shooters note the trigger reset is longer than they prefer, and a few compare it unfavorably to more expensive pumps in terms of felt trigger quality. For straightforward field use it is considered reliable and easy to maintain.