Benelli M3 Super 90 12ga dual-mode shotgun
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Shotgun12/70
M3 Super 90 — shotgun chambered for 12/70. Ergonomics 42, recoil 336 vertical and 595 horizontal, 60 rounds per minute. Fire modes: single, semi-auto.
Stats without attachments
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | shotgun |
| Caliber | 12/70 |
| Ergonomics | 42 |
| Vertical / horizontal recoil | 336 / 595 |
| Rate of fire | 60 RPM |
| Fire modes | single, semi-auto |
| Effective range | 100 m |
| Weight without attachments | 1.22 kg |
| Mod slots | 7 |
| Flea Market price | 26,177 ₽ |
In-game description
The M3 S90 is a dual-mode shotgun designed and manufactured by Benelli. The M3 is notable for allowing the user to choose between semi-automatic or pump-action operation. Benelli shotguns show excellent ballistic performance, and the finish and fine workmanship are the epitome of traditional Italian style.
Which ammo to take
Best by penetration out of 17 options in 12/70 caliber. The full list is on the caliber page.
| Ammo | Damage | Penetration | Armor damage | Velocity | Flea Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164 | 37 | 65 % | 510 m/s | — | |
| 25×8 | 31 | 26 % | 320 m/s | 578 ₽ | |
| 197 | 26 | 57 % | 410 m/s | 534 ₽ | |
| 25×10 | 24 | 22 % | 310 m/s | 281 ₽ | |
| 183 | 20 | 50 % | 480 m/s | 199 ₽ | |
| 150 | 20 | 50 % | 430 m/s | — |
Weapons on the radar
- The enemy marker is labeled with the weapon they are carrying. The same is shown in the threat list next to the distance and height.
- Weapons in loot are labeled with the price and colored by value tier — you can tell right away whether it is worth going for.
- Aimlines and the “aiming at you” alert: you can see who has you in their sights.
The radar map opens from a link in any browser: on a phone, tablet, laptop or second monitor. You can also share it with friends from your squad.

Questions and answers
What caliber is M3 Super 90?
Shotgun chambered for 12/70: the game has 17 types of these rounds.
What is the best ammo for M3 Super 90?
By penetration — AP-20 (penetration 37, damage 164), by damage — Magnum (50×8). Against class 4 armor you need penetration of 40 or higher, class 5 — 50 or higher, class 6 — 60 or higher.
How much does it cost?
About 26,177 ₽ on the Flea Market per the price snapshot; the trader base price is calculated from 14,102 ₽.
What are its base stats?
Ergonomics 42, vertical recoil 336 and horizontal recoil 595, 60 rounds per minute, fire modes: single, semi-auto. These are figures without attachments — mods change them.
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