Choke tube markings are a series of lines, notches, letters, or numbers that help identify the size of a choke tube. The letters BER and BEN are usually written on the outside walls of the choke tube, and it can be confusing if you haven’t seen it before.
BER stands for BERETTA MOBIL. BEN stands for BENELLI MOBIL. It designates the choke tube system it’s compatible with and in this case BER and BEN fit all shotguns that accept Mobil chokes. This includes certain Benelli and Beretta shotguns.
Beretta and Benelli mobil chokes can be used in 20 gauge and 12 gauge shotguns and are available in many different diameters. If you see “BER” or “BEN” written on a choke tube, you can be sure it will be compatible with Beretta and Benelli shotguns designed to for Mobil chokes.
What does BER/BEN mean on a choke tube?
Choke tube letters designate what diameter or brand a choke tube is and BER/BEN is included in these designations. BER stands for Beretta Mobil and is the compatible choke system installed in many Beretta shotguns. BEN stands for Benelli Mobil. BER/BEN are interchangeable.
Some BER/BEN chokes can be labeled as MOBIL and this means Mobil choke as well. Mobil chokes will not fit shotguns designed for Optima or Optima Plus. Mobile will be listed as BER, BEN, or Mobil. BER/BEN chokes should not be confused with Optima choke tubes.
Beretta Benelli Mobil Chokes
Mobil choke tube systems are one of the most popular chokes for Beretta and Benelli shotguns. These choke tubes can be found in just about every diameter. Most choke manufacturers offer Mobil choke tubes for waterfowl and turkey hunting.
Beretta/Benelli Mobil Choke Sizes
Below are the common diameters of Mobil chokes for each choke type.
| Type | Diameter (inch) |
|---|---|
| Cylinder | 0.726 |
| Skeet | 0.721 |
| Improved Skeet | 0.716 |
| Improved Cylinder | 0.711 |
| Light Modified | 0.706 |
| Modified | 0.701 |
| Improved Modified | 0.696 |
| Light Full | 0.691 |
| Full | 0.686 |
| Xtra Full | 0.681 |
More Choke Tube Markings
There are over 30 different choke tube markings used for choke identification. Below are the most common markings. Please click the links below to see what each choke tube marking means.
Shotguns that use Mobil Chokes
- Benelli SBE I
- Benelli Nova
- Benelli Super Nova
- Benelli M-1
- Benelli M-3
- Benelli M-4
- Benelli World Class
- Benelli Legacy Sport
- Benelli Montefeltro (older models)
- Beretta A-300 Outlander
- Beretta 390
- Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon I, II, III, & V
- 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon
Bottom Line: BER/BEN Means Beretta and Benelli Mobil
BER/BEN stands for Beretta Benelli Mobil. Mobil choke tubes are compatible with Beretta and Benelli Mobil choke system. They are available in ported, non-ported, flush, and extended designs. Mobil chokes are interchangeable with certain Beretta and Benelli shotguns.
Optima, Optima Plus, and Optima HP choke tubes are not compatible with the Berretta Benelli Mobil choke systems. For choke interchangeability, check out the lookup guide here.
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- Benelli Choke Tube Chart – Comparision Guide
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- What does BER/BEN mean on a choke tube?
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