TFB TV’s Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2: What’s Actually New on Beretta’s Tactical Shotgun?

What’s actually new on Beretta’s 1301 Tactical Mod 2 — and does any of it change how the gun runs? James Reeves takes the new Mod 2 to the range and walks the upgrades without turning it into a catalog dump.

The short version of what he covers: this is still a 12 gauge B‑LINK gas gun with the Pro‑Lifter and fast cycling Beretta is known for. Mod 2 changes he calls out are the upgraded forend with better grip and M‑Lok, a semi‑flat tactical trigger, an upgraded stock, and the Pro‑Lifter staying in the package. He does a brief live‑fire check on handling and reliability rather than a long endurance soak. Specs and “36% faster” B‑LINK language are Beretta’s / his framing, not ours.

Here’s our take. If you already liked the 1301 Tactical, Mod 2 is the same operating idea with a more usable forend and a flatter trigger feel — buy it for those hands‑on parts, not a brand‑new action. If you want a gas tactical shotgun that cycles hard and feeds without babysitting the lifter, this platform is still the one to watch. Skip it only if you need a pump or you’re shopping a softer budget like an A300‑class gun. Watch the forend and trigger section before you pay Mod 2 money for cosmetics alone.

We stock the Mod 2 he is talking about. On the shelf: the Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 12 Gauge Matte — 18.5‑inch barrel, 3‑inch chamber, B‑LINK gas system, Pro‑Lifter, factory 7+1 with 2.75‑inch shells. Complete firearm. Transfer through your FFL.