RENO, NV – Mesa Tactical, designer and manufacturer of high-quality tactical gear and accessories for law enforcement, military, and civilian shooters, is pleased to announce that the latest model in its popular line of Truckee® forends for the Beretta 1301 semi-automatic shotgun is in stock and now shipping. These highly anticipated aluminum forends feature M-LOK® accessory attachment points on the sides and bottom, an easy way to mount weapon lights and other accessories to a variety of semi-automatic shotguns.
The Truckee Forend for Benelli M4 was introduced at the beginning of 2019 and garnered positive reviews from professional operators. Machined from heat-treated 6061 aluminum, the Truckee Handguard is sleek, strong, and lightweight. M-LOK slots accept Picatinny rail sections or specialized lightweight mounts or vertical grips. The Truckee forend is offered in two lengths, with the 13-inch version available now and the 15 ¾-inch forend available in August 2023.
“This new modern handguard will meet the expectations of professional operators, and is designed to perform in the most demanding field, competitive shooting and tactical conditions. It was developed and designed in-house to be the perfect complement to our product line,” says Zuly Rivera, Marketing Manager for Mesa Tactical. “We are excited to have law enforcement professionals or recreational shooters take advantage of the improved ergonomics and modern features it offers.”

Like all Mesa Tactical products, the Truckee Handguard is designed and manufactured in the USA from the highest quality aircraft grade alloys by American craftsmen and is guaranteed to provide a lifetime of accurate shooting and outdoor pleasure. . All Mesa Tactical products can be easily installed without the need for firearm modification or special gunsmithing skills.
Characteristics
- Made of 6061-T6 aluminum and high-temperature glass-filled nylon polymer end caps for rugged durability
- Industry standard M-LOK slots can accept Picatinny rail sections as well as other M-LOK mounts and accessories
- The replacement fore-end complies with federal law 18 USC §922(r), as a single piece made in the USA.
- Installs in seconds, no gunsmithing required
- Can be easily removed at the bench or in the field to access the gas system
- Available for Beretta 1301 and Benelli M4 semi-automatic shotguns
Prices and availability
Truckee forends for the Beretta 1301 and Benelli M4 semi-auto shotguns are now available. Production models for the Benelli M2 Tactical will be available in the fall of 2023. Pre-orders are now accepted. For more information, please contact [email protected]; or visit the Mesa Tactical website at www.mesatactical.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
SKU Item MSRP
95320 Truckee Handguard for Beretta 1301 (12-GA, M-LOK, 13″) $130.00
95520 Truckee Handguard for Beretta 1301 (12-GA, M-LOK, 15¾ in) $145.00
On Tactic Table
Innovative, rugged, and reliable tactical gear from Mesa Tactical is the choice of law enforcement, the military, and the public to meet real-world duty and personal protection requirements. Specializing in upgrades for the tactical shotgun, Mesa Tactical’s products include stocks, fore-ends, cartridge holders, and Picatinny rails. For more information on the company’s line of unique professional-grade products, contact Mesa Tactical at 1775 Kuenzli St., Reno, NV, 89502 • Phone: 775-333-9800 • or visit www.mesatactical.com.