The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 Be.S.T. is a 28-gauge semi-automatic shotgun with a 26-inch barrel, weighing 5.5 lbs. at 47.5 inches overall. It chambers 2-3/4" and 3" shells and holds 2+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: Be.S.T. Super Black Eagle 3 
• Caliber: 28 Gauge 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds (2+1) 
• Finish: Black 
• Weight: 5.5 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 47.5 inches 
• Chambered For: 2-3/4" and 3" 
   

Detailed Features: 

• BE.S.T Treatment Barrel Finish: Benelli's proprietary surface treatment increases corrosion resistance for extended field life in wet conditions. 
   
• Comfort Tech Stock: The stock's recoil-absorbing geometry reduces felt recoil, particularly useful in a 28-gauge platform where the lighter gun can transmit more kick than shooters expect. 
   
• Crio Chokes: Ships with C, IM, F, IC, and M chokes, giving you flexibility from tight trap shooting to open upland work. 
   
• Red-Bar Front Sight: Fast to acquire in the field. 
   
  At 5.5 lbs., this is among the lightest shotguns in the SBE3 lineup. The trade-off is that lighter guns in 28 gauge can feel snappier than a heavier 12-gauge equivalent, which the Comfort Tech stock is there to manage. It is a right-hand configuration.

The SBE3 in 28 gauge draws consistent praise for its weight. Upland hunters who spend long days on foot particularly appreciate the 5.5-lb. build. The gun does not become a liability late in the day. The inertia-driven recoil system handles cycling reliably and the recoil management gets good marks overall.

The 28-gauge format itself is the most common point of discussion. Shooters who want it appreciate the lighter payload and the handling balance; those who hesitate are mostly concerned about finding ammunition. 28-gauge shells are harder to source than 12 or 20 gauge, and some owners mention this as a real practical constraint.

Price is the other recurring criticism. The SBE3 sits at the top of Benelli's lineup and costs accordingly. Most buyers who have shot it consider it worth the money, but it is a meaningful investment for a 28-gauge gun whose ammunition supply is more limited than the mainstream gauges. Build quality gets uniformly high marks and aligns with Benelli's track record.