Overview
Benelli M4 H2O Tactical 12GA 18.5" with Telescoping Stock & Night Sights | 11796
The Benelli M4 H2O Tactical 11796 combines the proven M4 semi-automatic platform with a Titanium Cerakote finish, factory telescoping stock, full-length 7-round magazine, and ghost-ring night sights. Chambered in 12 gauge with an 18.5-inch barrel, this configuration is built for buyers who want a fully equipped M4 with additional corrosion resistance straight from the factory.
The 11796 stands apart from more basic M4 H2O configurations by combining the Titanium Cerakote treatment with the collapsible stock and higher-capacity magazine system. It is one of the more complete factory M4 configurations for buyers specifically looking for these features together.
H2O Titanium Cerakote Finish
The H2O configuration uses a distinctive Titanium Cerakote treatment designed to provide increased corrosion resistance and surface durability in wet, humid, and demanding environments.
The titanium-colored metalwork is paired with black synthetic furniture, giving the 11796 the recognizable two-tone appearance associated with this generation of the M4 H2O.
Telescoping Pistol-Grip Stock
The 11796 is equipped with Benelli's telescoping skeletal stock and integrated pistol grip rather than the fixed stock found on other M4 H2O models.
The adjustable stock gives the shooter greater flexibility in overall stock length while retaining the familiar pistol-grip ergonomics of the M4 Tactical platform.
Benelli A.R.G.O. Gas System
At the heart of the M4 is Benelli's Auto-Regulating Gas-Operated, or A.R.G.O., system. Dual short-stroke gas pistons positioned close to the chamber act directly on the bolt assembly to cycle the shotgun.
The self-regulating design allows the M4 to operate compatible 2¾-inch and 3-inch 12-gauge loads without requiring manual gas-system adjustments.
18.5" Barrel & 3" Chamber
The 11796 features an 18.5-inch steel barrel and a 3-inch chamber, giving the shotgun compatibility with both 2¾-inch and 3-inch 12-gauge ammunition within manufacturer specifications.
A Modified choke provides the factory choke configuration for this model.
7-Round Magazine
This M4 H2O is configured with a full-length tubular magazine providing a listed 7-round capacity.
The full-length magazine is an important distinction when comparing the 11796 with H2O models equipped with shorter factory magazine tubes. Exact-SKU references identify the 11796 as the H2O model with the telescoping stock and 7-round magazine. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Ghost-Ring Night Sights
The 11796 is equipped with front and rear ghost-ring night sights, providing the familiar M4 sight picture with enhanced visibility in reduced-light conditions.
The protected front sight and adjustable rear ghost ring provide durable mechanical sights while leaving the receiver rail available for an optic.
Picatinny Optics Rail
A Picatinny rail is mounted on top of the receiver, providing a factory attachment point for compatible red-dot sights and other optics.
The receiver is also drilled and tapped, giving the M4 a factory-ready optics configuration without requiring replacement of the receiver or sight system.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Benelli
- Model: M4 H2O Tactical
- Manufacturer Part Number: 11796
- UPC: 650350117967
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Action: Semi-Automatic
- Operating System: Benelli A.R.G.O. Gas System
- Barrel Length: 18.5"
- Barrel Material: Steel
- Chamber: 2¾" and 3"
- Magazine Capacity: 7 Rounds
- Magazine: Full-Length Tubular Magazine
- Stock: Telescoping Pistol-Grip Stock
- Finish: Titanium Cerakote
- Sights: Ghost-Ring Night Sights
- Optics Mount: Picatinny Rail
- Receiver: Drilled and Tapped
- Choke: Modified
- Length of Pull: 14.375"
- Overall Length: Approximately 40"
- Weight: Approximately 8.4 lbs.
For buyers who want an H2O-finished M4 with the major factory upgrades already installed, the Benelli 11796 is a standout configuration. Its Titanium Cerakote finish, telescoping pistol-grip stock, full-length magazine, night sights, Picatinny rail, and A.R.G.O. operating system combine the most sought-after M4 features in one factory package.
