Benelli Belgium by BLIKI
The marines choose Benelli
In 1998 Benelli won the contract for equipping the U.S. marine corps with a new combat rifle. The firearm that achieved this international success is the M4, the semi-automatic with the A.R.G.O. gas operated system, innovative and ingenious mechanics, resistant, precise and totally reliable. Every functional and operational requirement set out in the USA tender was exceeded with flying colours: 6 bullets on target out of 100% of shots, against the 5 out of 50% required; dismantling time 45 seconds, against the 60 expected; cleaning and lubrication in 10 minutes, instead of the 20 demanded; operation without any part of the gun being changed for 25.000 rounds while 10,000 rounds were requested. The M4 passed the most rigorous tests of the Joint Service Combat Shotgun under all surroundings and weather conditions: sand, mud, dust, heavy rain, snow, immersion under salt water, always guaranteeing unexceptionable operation proving to be totally reliable under all conditions. A victory and international recognition that rewards the technological superiority and production quality of Benelli and all those who played an active role in achieving this important success.