BENELLI R1 COMFORTECH

Posted Jun 16, 2023

The BENELLI R1 COMFORTECH is a rifle that sets itself apart from its competitors. It is the culmination of Benelli’s experience in the firearms industry and the benefit of their ongoing research. The rifle has been designed to provide optimum comfort and control, and is suitable for a variety of hunting and recreational shooting applications.

The Benelli R1 comes with a choice of three different stock types: Comfortech, Radial Delayed Blowback System and ARGO. The Comfortech stock is an Italian-engineered ergonomic design that allows the user to quickly and easily adjust length of pull and comb height to suit any shooter. The cheek piece is adjustable in both right and left directions and includes an additional add-on for larger shooters. The butt plate is felt lined for added comfort. Additionally, the butt pad is adjustable for a perfect fit for any shooter.

The stock is made from premium grade walnut and features a rubber recoil pad that significantly reduces felt recoil. This particular stock type also adds more weight to the rifle, which helps to soften felt recoil even further. The Commtech stock also features a built-in sling swivel for easy attachment of a sling or other accessories.

The Benelli R1 is chambered in .308, and is pre-set from the factory to accept a 5-round detachable box magazine. The magazine release is conveniently located on the bottom of the stock, and can be operated by the thumb when combined with the extended magazine. The gun is designed to accept a 10-round box magazine with an adapter, and a 20-round box magazine with an adapter sold separately. The Benelli R1 also accepts standard AR-15/M16 magazines when used with the optional ARGO adapter.

The Benelli R1 has an 18.5” barrel and is equipped with adjustable sights (garand style rear and bead front). The trigger is adjustable for both creep and weight, while the safety catch has a convenient 3-position selector. Additional features include a Picatinny rail for optical sights, a muzzle brake for improved accuracy, and integral sling swivels.

The Benelli R1 Comfortech is also available in both black and olive green finishes, giving it a very impressive, tactical look. The rifle comes ready to go right out of the box, and weighs 8.3 pounds; more than enough to handle a full-power .308 round.

The Benelli R1 lives up to its billing when it comes to comfort and control. The Comfortech stock does a wonderful job of absorbing most of the recoil, and the adjustable length and comb makes it easy to fit the gun to almost any shooter. The addition of the free-floating barrel and extended magazine makes it ideal for shooters wanting a more accurate rifle.

The Benelli R1 COMFORTECH is a distinguished rifle that offers a combination of features and performance that is hard to find elsewhere. Delivering high-end performance to a variety of shooters, the R1 is capable of fulfilling the needs of hunters, target shooters, and law enforcement professionals. An optimized balance of accuracy, comfort, and convenience, the BENELLI R1 COMFORTECH is a rifle that is designed to last for generations.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

Quality: The quality of the Benelli R1 Comfortech gun is excellent. The materials used are corrosion-resistant and the action is smooth and reliable.

Accurate: The Benelli R1 Comfortech has a very accurate shoot due to its accuracy-enhancing technologies such as the ComforTech recoil system and the Accu-Set trigger.

Ergonomics: The gun is comfortable to hold and shoot. The ComforTech recoil system absorbs the recoil and makes it easier to manage.

Price: Despite its high quality, the Benelli R1 Comfortech is a relatively affordable gun.

Cons:

Maintenance: The Benelli R1 Comfortech requires regular maintenance and must be properly lubricated to ensure its proper functioning.

Bulk: The gun is quite bulky and heavy, making it difficult to carry for long periods of time.

Ammunition: The Benelli R1 Comfortech takes 3.5 inch shells, which are more expensive than the more common 2.75 and 3 inch shells.

Who Should Buy

Anyone who wants a comfortable and well-made rifle should consider the Benelli R1 Comfortech. It has superior ergonomics, reliable accuracy, and easy handling. People who are looking for a more affordable rifle, or those who don't need the added features of a Comfortech stock, should probably look for another rifle.

Comparisons

Specification	BENELLI R1 COMFORTECH	SPRINGFIELD ARMORY HELLION BULLPUP	PALMETTO STATE ARMORY PA-10	PALMETTO STATE ARMORY PSAK47
Caliber	.270, .30-06, .300	.308	.308	7.62x39
Barrel Length	22"	18"	18"	16"
Overall Length	46"	28.5"	39"	37.5"
Magazine Capacity	4	10	25	30
Weight	7.1 lb	8.9 lb	8.3 lb	8.5 lb

Features / Specs

• Caliber: .30-06, .300 Win Mag and .270 Win

• Gas operated autoloader

• Synthetic Comfortech stock with gel recoil pad

• 28" barrel

• High-grade alloy receiver

• Red-bar front sight and solid-steel mid-bead

• 5+1 round capacity

• Semi-automatic action

• Total weight: 8.1 lbs

Popular Accessories

Muzzle Brake

Recoil Pad

Forend Rail

Sling Swivel

Magazine Extension

Scope Mount

Side Saddle

Soft Touch Stock

Flash Suppressor

Flip-Up Sights

Accuracy

The Benelli R1 COMFORTECH is a popular hunting rifle that is renowned for its accuracy. Many hunters have praised the rifle for its excellent precision when shooting at long distances, with many claiming to have hit their targets at distances up to 400 yards away. The rifle also features Benelli's "ComforTech" technology, which helps shooters reduce felt recoil by up to 48%, thereby making it ideal for extended shooting sessions. This and its tight, repeatable pattern of shot makes it a great choice for hunting, target shooting, and other applications.