Editorial Special: Suppressors

AWC Silencers

Thor Raider

The THOR Raider represents a durable, compact and ultra-quiet suppressor for 5.56mm caliber firearms. The Raider is so effective Thor says it can be used safely and comfortably without hearing protection in confined areas. It is designed to be run on bolt rifles and

semi-auto AR platforms. This suppressor is an extremely strong and lightweight unit, constructed of 100% titanium.

• Caliber: 5.56
• Length: 6.7 in.
• Diameter: 1.560 in.
• Weight: 15.8 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 25-35% (Depending on Ammunition)
• Materials: Titanium
• Finish: Black, Olive Drab, FDE
• MSRP: $715
• awcsilencers.com

AWC Silencers

Thor ThunderTrap

The AWC Silencers THOR Thundertrap is a shorter, lighter, and astonishingly quiet suppressor that celebrates the 5th generation of the Thundertrap. Delivering accuracy demanded by law enforcement snipers, the Thundertrap retains spent gases for a longer period causing the sound emitted to be a soft hiss rather than a pop. It is constructed for all centerfire, bolt and semi-auto rifles.

• Caliber: 5.56 | 6.5 | .308 | .338
• Length: 8.125 in.
• Diameter: 1.640 in.
• Weight: 1 lb. 3 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 35-45%
• Finish: Black, Olive Drab, FDE
• MSRP: $815
• awcsilencers.com

Barrett Firearms

AM 338

Made of a lightweight, high strength Titanium alloy, which is 100% CNC machined and orbital welded to minimize weight without sacrificing durability. The AM suppressors are designed to quickly attach to a recoil-reducing Barrett muzzle brake, which offers high decibel reduction and other key factors such as accuracy, repeatable point of impact shift, and flash reduction—even in low light environments.

• Caliber: 338 and less
• Length: 9.9 in.
• Diameter: 1.8 in.
• Weight: 1.3 lbs
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: -23-28 dB
• Materials: Titanium Alloy
• Finish: Black
• MSRP: $1,530
• barrett.net

Barrett Firearms

QDL

Specifically engineered for the M107A1, Model 99, and Model 95, the QDL suppressor attaches to the rifle via proprietary recoil reducing muzzle brake while maintaining 100% function and reliability. The baffle stack features redundant 360-degree CNC welds to contain extreme pressures, while the suppressor’s dual-layered tube is constructed of high strength alloys to ensure both durability and safety in any condition.

• Caliber: 50 BMG
• Length: 14.8 in.
• Diameter: 2.5 in.
• Weight: 4.9 lbs
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 23 dB
• Materials: 4130 Steel
• Finish: Black and Flat Dark Earth
• MSRP: $2,978
• barrett.net

B&T AG – Switzerland

RBS QDN SD-122812

Gas in the face may present health risks to the shooter. This issue was first addressed in 2013 when B&T produced a suppressor designed for the B&T MP9 machine pistol. The RBS suppressor significantly reduces the amount of gas exhausted from the ejection port. The RBS combine the following qualities: significant reduction of gas, minimal impact on rate of fire, similar flash reduction as a conventional suppressor, similar sound reduction as a conventional suppressor.

• Caliber: 5.56, .223
• Length: 6.6 in.
• Diameter: 1.9 in.
• Weight: 23.1 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 22dB
• Materials: Inconel / Thermax
• Finish: Sandblasted
• MSRP: $1145
• Bt-ag.ch

B&T AG – Switzerland

RBS SQD SD-988206

The B&T RBS SQD – Reduced Back Pressure Suppressor is another member of the B&T family of suppressors that dramatically reduces the amount of gas directed at the face of the shooter. The rock-solid, 3-lug attaching system mounts the suppressor bayonet-style in one quick motion. To remove the suppressor, the operator only needs to press one lever and pull in the opposite direction. This ingenious system will not become loose even while firing full automatic.

• Caliber: 9mm
• Length: 7.6 in.
• Diameter: 1.6 in.
• Weight: 13.9 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 30dB Reduction
• Materials: Aerospace Aluminum Alloy
• Finish: Anodized
• MSRP: $750
• Bt-ag.ch

Elite Iron

Asset

The new patented ASSET .30 caliber suppressor is all modular in design. Titanium, aluminum and 4140 heat treat construction gives the ASSET a rugged yet lightweight feel. It weighs in at 23.5 ounces, fully assembled, and with a brake. Removing the second stage, the weight is 16.5 ounces. Interchangeable butt sections allow for use on a multitude of different rifles from .223 to .300 WinMag. A true ASSET for every type of marksman and every shooting application. 

• Caliber: .30 Cal
• Length: 10.2 in.
• Diameter: 1.6 in.
• Weight: 23.5 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: Preliminary testing 27-30 dB (depending on caliber)
• Materials: Titanium, 7075 Aluminum and 4140 Heat treat
• Finish: Blasted
• MSRP: $1500
• eliteiron.com

Griffin Armament

Bushwhacker 46

The Bushwhacker 46 was designed to exceed end user desires for the best large bore (.46 caliber) universal suppressor on the market.

Engineered to be more compact, more durable, with higher performance, and more mounting options than any other, Griffin bills the Bushwhacker 46 as the class leader in the universal suppressor category. 100% user serviceability allows owners to completely take apart, clean, and maintain their suppressor to extend its life for years to come.

• Caliber: rifle calibers from .22 up to 45-70 Govt, Pistol calibers up to .45 ACP
• Length: 7.75 in.
• Diameter: 1.5 in.
• Weight: 15.8 oz-17.6 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 30.8db .223 REM, 28.7db .450 BUSH, 33.6db .300 BLK
• Materials: H900 17-4 Stainless Steel
• Finish: Black Nitride
• MSRP: $999
• griffinarmament.com

Griffin Armament

Optimus 9

Years ago Griffin Armament introduced a market-changing product, the Optimus suppressor. This suppressor could be used on both a handgun, as well as a rifle, was modular for length, modular for mounting system, and was also user serviceable. The Optimus 9 provides multi-tool functionality with premium materials, workmanship, and application of technology. For end users looking for a universal suppressor that covers 90% of popular commercial cartridges, consider the Optimus 9 suppressor.

• Caliber: rifle calibers .22 Cal up to .300 Win Mag, Pistol calibers up to 9mm
• Length: 7.9 in. full configuration, 6.6 in. short configuration
• Diameter: 1.375 in.
• Weight: 15.7 oz. full configuration, 12 oz. short configuration
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 20db 9mm, 32db .308 WIN
• Materials: H900 17-4 Stainless Steel
• Finish: Black Nitride
• MSRP (USD): $1,095
• griffinarmament.com

KGM Technologies

R556-QD

KGM Technologies’ R556-QD is a mission-driven, hard-use rifle suppressor. The R556-QD was developed for use on short barreled select-fire M4 weapon systems. By reducing sound, flash and recoil the R556-QD gives the operator a total signature reduction advantage. Featuring the KGM’s APEC Technology, the massive reduction in back pressure means reduced exposure to harmful gas particulates.

• Caliber: 5.56 NATO Full Auto Rated
• Length: 5.7 in.
• Diameter: 1.5 in.
• Weight: 14.7 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 25+DB Reduction
• Materials: Inconel & Stainless Steal
• Finish: Cerakote
• MSRP: $850
• Kgm-tech.com

KGM Technologies

R30

KGM Technologies’ R30 is a titanium precision rifle suppressor. Coming in at an impressive size and weight for its caliber class, the R30 can handle any centerfire rifle caliber up to 300 Norma Magnum and 300 PRC. Featuring KGM’s APEC (Adjustable Port End Cap) technology, the end user can tune the systems recoil impulse to their personalized liking. A secondary benefit of the APEC is a reduction in back pressure on semi-auto rifle systems.

• Caliber: 30 Cal
• Length: 7.3 in.
• Diameter: 1.75 in.
• Weight: 10.1 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 25+DB Reduction
• Materials: Grade 9 & Grade 5 Titanium
• Finish: Cerakote
• MSRP: $1,000
• Kgm-tech.com

SIG SAUER

SLX Suppressors

The SLX series of rifle suppressors feature the new Clutch-LOK QD mounting system which is easy to use, repeatable, and extremely durable. The internal multi-flow path within the SLX suppressors results in 70-80% less toxic gasses blowing back into the shooter’s face. The SLX series is a performance-based suppressor designed for use with supersonic ammunition and ideal for users focused on flash reduction and lower toxic fumes with excellent signature reduction.

• Caliber: 7.62, 5.56
• Length: 5.2 in. to 7.4 in.
• Diameter: 1.67 in.
• Weight: 12.6 oz. to 19.4 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction:
• Materials: Inconel
• Finish: Cerakote
• MSRP: $1050
• sigsauer.com

SIG SAUER

SLH Suppressors

The SLH series of rifle suppressors also features the new Clutch-LOK QD mounting system, and an internal multi-flow path with a focus on sound reduction, while also reducing up to 50% of the toxic fumes venting through the ejection port. The SLH is optimized for sound reduction and is ideal for users that use both supersonic and subsonic ammunition.

• Caliber: 7.62, 300BLK
• Length: 7.4 in. to 8.8 in.
• Diameter: 1.67 in.
• Weight: 8.8 oz. to 21.1 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction:
• Materials: Inconel or Titanium
• Finish: Cerakote
• MSRP: $1050
• sigsauer.com

SRT Arms

Integrally suppressed Ruger MkIV

An SRT Arms integral suppressor assures hi-velocity ammo will run at subsonic speeds and is shorter and quieter than any muzzle-attached suppressor using similar ammunition. Accuracy is typically enhanced over the factory barrel as we use a tensioned barrel suppressor design. This integral suppressor is removable from the gun for service. NOTE: Customer must supply host pistol for conversion.

• Caliber: .22
• Length: 7.1 in.
• Diameter: 1 in.
• Weight: 34 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 111-116 db absolute SPL depending on ammunition.
• Materials: Inconel or Titanium
• Finish: Bead blasted stainless, blue, or tan Cerakote finish
• MSRP: $725-$995
• srtarms.com

TacSol / Tactical Solutions

AERIS Micro Rimfire Suppressor

At 3.0 ounces and 3 inches in length, the Tactical Solutions’ AERIS is an economical multi-caliber, lightweight, user-serviceable, and compact suppressor.  It is constructed with titanium baffles and is the perfect platform for .22 long rifle, .17HM2, .17HMR, .17WSM, and .22WMR calibers. The AERIS has a 1-inch outside diameter, which compliments most barrel profiles, and can be threaded on any ½ x 28 threaded muzzle.

• Caliber: .22LR, .17HM2, .22WMR, .17HMR, & .17WSM
• Length: 3 in.
• Diameter: 1 in.
• Weight: 3 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: Pistol: 134.64 dB – Rifle:  118.02 dB
• Materials: Aluminum, Titanium, Stainless Steel
• Finish: Anodized Matte Black
• MSRP: $297
• tacticalsol.com

TacSol / Tactical Solutions

X-RING Takedown TSS Barrel

The X-RING TAKEDOWN TSS is an extremely quiet integrally suppressed barrel for the Ruger 10/22-style takedown receiver and the TacSol X-RING takedown receiver, which also includes takedown connecting hardware. At only 16.9 ounces the X-RING TAKEDOWN TSS barrel features a lightweight, accurate, and durable aluminum barrel, titanium sound suppression baffles, and stainless steel split tube for quick and easy cleaning.

• Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
• Length: Bore Length: 12.9 in. [ 16.75 in. overall ]
• Diameter: .920 in. / 1.00 in. at the muzzle
• Weight: 16.9 oz
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 112.2 dB
• Materials: Aluminum, Titanium, Stainless Steel
• Finish: Anodized Matte Black
• MSRP: $635
• tacticalsol.com

Thunder Beast Arms Corp

Dominus-SR

The Dominus-SR is a true light-weight “go to war” suppressor and is perfect for 5.56 assault rifles and .30 caliber battle rifles, including SBR and full-auto variants. It retains the accuracy and repeatability TBAC is known for. It’s equally at home on a 0.25 MOA bolt rifle on the 1500-yard range as it is on a MK18 in the CQB house. Note that Thunder Beast does not list sound reduction in the spec chart below and instead lists the measured sound level because the unsuppressed starting point changes based on muzzle device used.

• Caliber: Up to .30 (.223 & 5.56 included)
• Length: 6.95 in.
• Diameter: 1.80 in.
• Weight: 12.5 oz.
• Factory-Tested Impulse Level: B&K PULSE data: 137 dB (milspec left/right) and 126 dB at shooters-ear on a 20-inch .308 
• Materials: Grade 5 titanium
• Finish: High temp Cerakote
• MSRP: $1495 (includes one mount)
• thunderbeastarms.com

Thunder Beast Arms Corp

338 ULTRA SR

The 338 ULTRA SR is TBAC’s high-performance .338 caliber suppressor. It offers class leading suppression levels for big magnums like .300 Norma and .338 Lapua Magnum, a light weight design, and our “SR” quick attach/detach mount that offers locking secondary retention in addition to absolute return to zero.  It was Accuracy International’s choice for the ASR submission rifle. Note that Thunder Beast does not list sound reduction in the spec chart below and instead lists the measured sound level because the unsuppressed starting point changes based on muzzle device used.

• Caliber: up to .338 cal
• Length: 11.0 in.
• Diameter: 1.775 in.
• Weight: 20.2 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: B&K PULSE data with .338 Lapua Magnum 135-138 dB at the muzzle, and 124-128 dB at the shooter’s ear
• Materials: Grade 5 titanium
• Finish: High temp Cerakote
• MSRP: $2195 (includes one mount)
• thunderbeastarms.com

Yankee Hill Machine

Phantom .22

The Phantom .22 provides superior sound reduction thanks to a newly designed baffle system. Features include a shielded, interlocking baffle stack made from heat-treated 17-4 stainless steel, a two-part outer assembly with an aluminum blast chamber, and a tube which houses the baffle stack. The rear of the blast chamber serves as the takedown tool for the muzzle cap. The Phantom .22 can handle rounds up to 5.7x28mm while only weighing four ounces.

• Caliber: 17HMR-5.7×28
• Length: 5.5 in.
• Diameter: 1.1 in.
• Weight: 4 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 114 dB (9mm 4.25” barrel)
• Materials: Aluminum & Stainless Steel
• Finish: Hardcoat Anodized
• MSRP: $388
• YHM.net

Yankee Hill Machine

R9 9mm

When YHM set out to make the R9, the goal was a 9mm suppressor capable of handling high volumes of fire while able to run other calibers such as .300 BLK and .308 Win. Primarily focused on suppressing 9mm (specifically submachine guns and SBRs,) it was made at a budget-friendly price while maintaining the durability one expects from YHM. The R9 is capable of being used on a handgun in conjunction with our Nielsen booster assembly.

• Caliber: 17HMR-9mm /.308 Win
• Length: 5.2 in.
• Diameter: 1.562 in.
• Weight: 10.7 oz.
• Factory-Tested Sound Reduction: 123 dB (9mm 4.25” barrel)
• Materials: 17-4 Ph Stainless Steel
• Finish: Matte Black Cerakote
• MSRP: $494
• YHM.net