Beretta’s A300 Ultima Patrol just got a serious upgrade for the tactical shotgun crowd, with 2026 bringing fresh 20-gauge variants and a Multicam Black finish that’s primed to turn heads in the field. Originally dropped in 2023 as a semi-auto beast blending reliability with modern ergonomics—like enlarged controls, a crisp ghost-ring sighting system, and Beretta’s vaunted gas-operated action that eats heavy loads without flinching—these new models dial up the versatility. The 20-gauge option lowers recoil for smaller-statured shooters or those prioritizing rapid follow-ups, while Multicam Black delivers that low-IR signature camo vibe perfect for LE, hunting blinds, or any scenario where blending into the shadows matters. It’s Beretta saying, We’re not just iterating; we’re adapting to what real users demand.
Digging deeper, this evolution hits the 2A sweet spot amid a market flooded with AR-patterned everything. The A300’s already proven itself as a Beretta 1301 spiritual successor—tougher, more customizable, with M-LOK foreends begging for lights, lasers, and slings—now in a gauge that’s exploding in popularity for home defense and small-game pursuits. Why now? Post-2020 supply crunches exposed shotgun shortages, and with ammo prices stabilizing, lighter 20-gauge loads (think Federal’s affordable steel or TSS turkey killers) make it a no-brainer for training without breaking the bank. For the community, it’s a pro-2A flex: Beretta’s investing in semi-autos that skirt NFA headaches, reinforcing that gas guns remain kings of the hill against pump-action dinosaurs.
Implications? Expect these to fly off shelves faster than Black Friday ARs, pressuring competitors like Benelli or Mossberg to up their game in non-12-gauge segments. For 2A enthusiasts, it’s validation that innovation thrives when manufacturers listen—expanding options for women, youth, and recoil-sensitive patriots without compromising stopping power. Pair one with a good optic and quality buckshot, and you’ve got a patrol-ready scattergun that embodies the Ultima promise: ultimate performance, no excuses. Beretta’s not sleeping on the shotgun renaissance; are you?
