Is the Beretta 1301 the Best Home Defense Shotgun? Versus the A300 Ultima Patrol.
The Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2, despite its higher MSRP of $1,720, offers superior performance with a faster cycling B-LINK gas system, achieving 9 rounds in 1.83 seconds compared to the A300 Ultima Patrol's 1.94 seconds. While the A300 is a capable option at $1,149, the 1301's lighter weight (6.4 lbs vs 7.1 lbs) and faster cycling make it a premium choice for home defense. Ghost loading can increase capacity to 9 rounds without causing jams in quality shotguns.










