Benelli Armi S.p.A. – one of the world’s leading shotgun manufacturers whose products are in service with government, law enforcement and military users in more than 90 countries around the world – has developed a specific line for critical application: The Benelli M4 A.I. Drone Guardian
Modern warfare scenarios show the massive use of small FPV (First Person View) drones, piloted by quadcopters with individual visors and remote controls, attacking enemy troops on the ground, either directly or by firing anti-personnel grenades from above at squads of soldiers below, causing many casualties.
This new scenario paves the way for the first time for the use of the 12-gauge shotgun in combination with 4/0 buckshot type ammunition, creating a large enough swarm at distances of 50m or more to easily shoot down the drone at close range.
This is a ‘last resort’ defense that effectively saves the soldier’s life and is not feasible with pistols or assault rifles.
A.I. stands for “Advanced Impact” a patented system of larger and longer cone inside the barrel able to improve capability to hit targets at longer distance compared to standard shotguns and with a deeper penetration
Source: Benelli Defense news release
