All models of the 1100 are gas operated with a mechanism that noticeably reduces recoil.
The gun had a large muzzle brake to reduce recoil.
The gun is able to reduce recoil through the muzzle brakes, and bi-pod usage.
It has factory porting for release of gases, so reducing recoil.
A noted trend among some shooters is to use light loads to reduce recoil and improve their times.
An appropriate fitting stock and an effective muzzle brake will help to reduce recoil induced problems.
The goal may have been to reduce recoil while maintaining a similar bullet sectional density.
Normally muzzle brakes are fitted to reduce recoil, jump and flash.
It has a heavier barrel to limit overheating, reduce recoil, and increase accuracy.
The barrel was equipped with a large muzzle brake to reduce recoil.