Overview
Benelli Nova Tactical 12GA 18.5" Pump Shotgun with Ghost Ring Sights | 20051
The Benelli Nova Tactical 20051 is a straightforward 12-gauge pump-action shotgun built around durability, simple operation, and practical defensive handling. This configuration combines an 18.5-inch barrel, 4+1 capacity, 3.5-inch chamber, fixed cylinder choke, black synthetic stock, and ghost-ring sights.
The Nova Tactical has earned a strong following because it does not try to overcomplicate the pump shotgun. The action is smooth, the controls are easy to understand, and the polymer-over-steel construction is designed to stand up to hard use and exposure to the elements.
18.5" Tactical Barrel
The 20051 uses an 18.5-inch barrel, keeping the Nova compact and maneuverable compared with longer sporting configurations.
The barrel is paired with a fixed cylinder choke, a practical setup for a tactical pump shotgun where fast handling and close-range versatility are the priority.
Ghost-Ring Sights
This specific Nova Tactical configuration comes equipped with ghost-ring sights rather than the open rifle sights found on other Nova models.
The ghost-ring setup provides a clear, familiar sight picture and is one of the primary differences buyers should watch for when comparing Nova Tactical manufacturer part numbers.
3.5" Chamber
The Nova Tactical is chambered for 12-gauge shells up to 3.5 inches in length. That gives the shotgun broad ammunition compatibility across 2¾-inch, 3-inch, and 3.5-inch 12-gauge loads within Benelli's specifications.
For most tactical applications the shorter shell lengths will be the more common choice, but the larger chamber adds versatility to the platform.
4+1 Pump-Action Configuration
The 20051 has a listed 4+1 capacity and uses a traditional tubular magazine beneath the barrel.
The manually operated pump action keeps the operating system simple and gives the shooter direct control over cycling the shotgun. There is no gas system or recoil-operated action to manage, making the Nova a particularly straightforward platform to operate and maintain.
Steel-Reinforced Polymer Construction
One of the Nova's defining design features is its construction. Benelli uses a steel skeletal framework that is over-molded with high-strength polymer, creating a weather-resistant exterior around the structural action.
The integrated design helps protect the shotgun from the rain, moisture, dirt, and general abuse that working shotguns frequently encounter while keeping the exterior free of unnecessary complexity.
Black Synthetic Stock
The Nova Tactical uses Benelli's black synthetic stock with a grooved gripping surface. The stock is designed to provide a secure hold while maintaining a traditional shotgun layout rather than a separate pistol-grip configuration.
With a listed 14.25-inch length of pull and an overall length of approximately 39.75 inches, the 20051 retains full-size stock dimensions while keeping the front end compact with its 18.5-inch barrel.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Benelli
- Model: Nova Tactical
- Manufacturer Part Number: 20051
- UPC: 650350200515
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Action: Pump Action
- Barrel Length: 18.5"
- Chamber: 3.5"
- Capacity: 4+1
- Magazine: Tubular
- Choke: Fixed Cylinder
- Sights: Ghost Ring
- Stock: Black Synthetic with Grooved Surface
- Length of Pull: 14.25"
- Overall Length: 39.75"
- Weight: Approximately 7.2 lbs.
- Drop at Comb: 1.25"
- Drop at Heel: 2.25"
For buyers looking for a durable tactical pump without a lot of unnecessary additions, the Benelli Nova Tactical 20051 is a well-proven configuration. Its compact 18.5-inch barrel, ghost-ring sights, weather-resistant construction, 3.5-inch chamber, and straightforward pump action give it the features that matter in a working shotgun.
