Benelli M4 11711 (H2O) Question

[jfox]

I've been thinking about buying an M4 #11711, but can't seem to get to the bottom of a couple key questions (finding opposing answers). Any Benelli experts out there?

1) The Benelli website appears to list this model as 4+1 capacity. However, there are a number of websites (just do a google search), including Able Ammo, Impact, and auctions at Buds that list it as 7+1, and clearly appear to indicate this is the factory new condition (and no mention of NFA). Which is right?

2) If it truly is available factory new as 7+1, how can these not be NFA? They have a collapsible stock and pistol grip, etc.

3) Are they legal in MD?

Thanks, All
JF

 

[sixfivesavage]

I think they are only eligible to be imported with the low capacity cuz of the non sorting shot gun thing. I'm no expert, but I know the water is a little muddy on how you can sell and transfer and import the m4.

 

[jawn]

They're not NFA because they're longer than 18 inches.

 

[Dospetz]

They are Legal

I was interested in the H2O as well and several dealers plan to carry it, albeit mid-year at the earliest as Benelli has been slow to get them out. The main issue with the magazine size in the past has been the 922(r) restriction on U.S. vs imported parts. I haven't seen any word on how the H2O meets those requirements when the standard model did not but have to guess they did since it's being offered. I would have bought it but I already own an M4 and just opted to replace the buttstock, follower, and fore end with U.S. made pieces to combo with a magazine extension.

 

[Schwabe]

I believe I saw one at the Upper Marloboro show for something like $2,400, looked great but for 5 shot shells .... meh, it's like a Ferrari with a 5 gallon tank ....

 

[Dospetz]

The H2O version is supposed to have a 7+1 magazine, though I've read nothing yet about how it's 922(r) compliant.