Elite forces test Benelli’s counter-drone shotgun

Published on April 7, 2025

Benelli Armi S.p.A., a subsidiary of Beretta and the world’s largest shotgun manufacturer, has introduced its latest innovation in counter-drone technology—the M4 A.I. Drone Guardian—during a demonstration at ISOF Range in Nevada.

The weapon is designed to provide frontline units with a reliable, last-resort option against small unmanned aerial systems, including quadcopter-style first-person view (FPV) drones.

According to a press release from Beretta, “Alongside Beretta, the company has been invited to ISOF Range in Nevada this week to present its M4 A.I. Drone Guardian Counter-UAS shotgun to an exclusive group from the international SOF community.” The company describes the new system as “combat-proven” and “offering unmatched reliability in all operational environments.”

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