Beretta AX800 Suprema — New Release Spotlight
December 12, 2025
On November 21, 2025, Beretta unveiled the Beretta AX800 Suprema, a ground-up, semi-auto 12-gauge built specifically for waterfowl hunters who push through cold, wet, and muddy seasons. Headlining features include a new B-Link Pro gas system (faster cycling/cleaner running), competition-grade Steelium Pro barrels, an adjustable stock with Kick-Off Pro recoil reduction (Beretta claims up to 70% felt-recoil reduction), and a 3.5” chamber for SuperMagnum loads. Early first-look coverage and Beretta’s product pages confirm multiple barrel lengths and finishes, optics-ready mounting, and a starting MSRP around $2,399 for base trims.
If you’ve been running A300/A400 series guns, the AX800 Suprema is Beretta’s next leap: a polymer-receiver design focused on durability and weight control, oversized controls for gloved hands, and an updated loading system (Pro Lifter) that keeps the lifter raised so you won’t pinch a thumb while topping off in a frozen blind. Barrel options span 26″, 28″, and 30″, all with Optimachoke HP compatibility; colors include black, green, peat/otter earth tones, and popular MAX-7/Timber/Marsh camo patterns.
Why the Beretta AX800 Suprema Matters
Beretta has long blurred the line between field shotguns and competition technology. With AX800 Suprema, they’re bringing championship barrel geometry (lengthened forcing cone) to a waterfowl platform while refreshing ergonomics and serviceability (B-Lok end cap for quick field strip, replaceable grip front strap, and modular cheek risers/pistol grips). The big-picture benefit: steadier patterns, softer impulse, faster follow-ups, and an easy-to-run gun when your hands are numb.
Beretta AX800 Suprema: Key Features at a Glance
- 3.5″ chamber (12 ga) handles anything from light training loads to SuperMagnum waterfowl shells.
- B-Link Pro gas system cycles faster and runs cleaner than prior Beretta gas guns (claimed +36% cycling speed, 46% cleaner).
- Steelium Pro barrels with extended forcing cone for consistent patterns and recoil control.
- Kick-Off Pro recoil reduction and an adjustable stock (drop, cast, LOP) to fit more shooters and layers.
- Oversized controls & ports for gloved operation; updated Pro Lifter streamlines loading.
- Barrel lengths: 26″, 28″, 30″; Optics-ready receiver with D&T interface for micro red dots.
- Starting MSRP: ~$2,399 for base “Black Synthetic” model (U.S.).
How It Stacks Up for Waterfowlers
Waterfowl guns live hard lives—salt spray, icy blinds, and constant muck. The AX800 Suprema’s polymer-receiver concept aims to resist dents and corrosion while trimming weight. The B-Link Pro system should also pay dividends when you bounce between light practice shells and stout 3″–3.5″ loads as the weather and birds change. If you already like Beretta’s A400 Xtreme Plus, the AX800 reads like the “more adjustable, quicker-cycling” evolution with a modernized receiver and control suite.
Specs — Beretta AX800 Suprema
| Platform | Action | Caliber | Barrel length / Weight | Capacity | Overall length | MSRP / Street |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shotgun (Waterfowl) | Gas-operated semi-auto (B-Link Pro) | 12 Gauge (3.5″ chamber) | 26″ / 28″ / 30″ | ~7.8 lb (approx.) | 4+1 (typical 3.5″; varies by tube & local regs) | Varies with barrel (D&T for optics) | From ~$2,399 (Black Synthetic; options vary) |
Notes: Barrel lengths, 3.5″ chamber, and ~7.8-lb weight are based on current previews. Final specs can vary by trim and region; confirm with the specific model at purchase.
Shopping Tips & Where It Fits
Fit first: The AX800’s stock is built for adjustment—use shim kits and spacers to match your mount with heavy jackets and waders. If you shoot from mixed stances (layout, boat, standing), test LOP and comb height with your typical layers.
Barrel choice: 26″ feels quick in timber and tight blinds; 28″ is the all-rounder; 30″ adds a little sighting ‘calm’ on long crossers. Choke selection follows your spread and shots—AX800 uses Optima HP tubes, compatible with steel/lead-free options.
Category & brand pages: Browse more semi-auto shotguns and see what else is new from Beretta on GunGenius.
One quip, as promised: if your buddy says he “doesn’t notice recoil,” let him pattern 3.5s in a T-shirt—then hand him the AX800 and watch the attitude soften.