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The best 30 caliber suppressors
One of the main things most people look for when they consider buying a suppressor is which of their firearms they can use the suppressor for. The ability to be used for several firearms can make for a strong selling point with a suppressor. This leads to the question: Which caliber size is the best for a general-use suppressor. That’s not a hard question to answer either. It’s the .30 caliber size that makes the most sense. Which .30 caliber suppressor is the best? We have a pretty good idea, read on.
Why .30?
The popularity of cartridges loaded with a .30 caliber bullet is well known. Going back to 1895 when Winchester released the .30-30 round for the 1894 lever-action rifle – a cartridge still in use today with many lever guns. And again in 1906, when the .30-06 round jumped from being a military cartridge into being used for hunting and recreational shooting, more and more people were buying rifles chambered in the round. Jump ahead to 1952 when Winchester designated the .308 as a civilian version of the 7.62x55 cartridge. Again in 1963, Winchester gave the .30 a little more muscle with the .300 WM.
The .30 caliber cartridges had most of the market covered. In fact, to this day, some 119 years later, the .30-06 is widely considered to be the best hunting cartridge of all time. That is due to the case being big enough giving shooters options for bullets, from light to pretty heavy, and with enough power behind the bullet to take on most game animals anywhere.
But it wasn’t just .30 caliber rounds. We can’t forget the popular .270 Win. It was developed and released by Winchester in 1925 as an all-around hunting caliber for the Model 54 bolt-action rifle. This sparked the decades-old conversation over which was best, the “ought-six,” or the .270. That debate carries on to this day.
In 1962, Remington released their Modell 700 bolt-action rifle and along with it, the 7mm Rem Mag cartridge. The popularity of the cartridge actually outlived the rifle, which says quite a lot based on how many people still love the Model 700. The more modern phenomenon is the 6.5 Creedmoor released by Hornady in 2007.
Now don’t go getting upset with me for leaving out whatever cartridge you happen to be a fan of. I’m mostly looking at popular cartridges and the bullet diameter associated with them. When a new rifle comes out aimed at the hunting community, it is a safe bet that at least one of the cartridges mentioned above will be in the initial offering, if not all of them. The kicker here and my main point, these are the most popular hunting cartridges of all time, and all work with a .30 caliber suppressor.
The best .30 caliber suppressors
One of the beautiful things about working here at Silencer Central is the access to firearms, knowledge, and engineers that I have. Comes in handy for stories like this. To compile this list, I shot some guns, talked to a lot of folks, and read customer reviews. It’s a tough gig, but I do it to help you. I’m actually being serious there, too. I enjoy bringing you information that helps you enjoy the great outdoors a little more.
Best overall suppressor: BANISH 30-V2
The best-selling suppressor to date is the original BANISH 30. When the engineers at BANISH told me they were coming out with a new model that was shorter, lighter, quieter, and uses a HUB mount, I was ready to plunk down my cash. The BANISH 30-V2 is the best all-around suppressor available today. The 30-V2 is a fantastic multi-caliber, lightweight suppressor that you can take apart and clean yourself.
The 100% titanium 30-V2 is an adaptable .30 caliber suppressor capable of handling anything from a .17 HMR up to a .300 WBY. Being modular, the full-length configuration is 8.17 inches long with 11 baffles and weighs 12.4 ounces. For a lighter, more compact profile the tube extension can be removed reducing the length down to 6.4 inches, the weight to 9.5 ounces, and retaining eight baffles. The BANISH 30-V2 offers a maximum average decibel reduction of 34.5dB, tested using a .308-caliber bolt-action rifle.
WHY WE LIKE IT:
User-serviceable
Can be used with a wide variety of calibers
All titanium construction means lightweight
SPECS: BANISH 30
Caliber: Up to .300 WBY
Weight: 9.5 OZ (6.4”) OR 12.4 OZ (8.17”)
Length: 6.4”-8.17”
Sound reduction: 34.5 dB
PRICE: $999
Best Dead Air Suppressor: Dead Air Sandman-S
There is no denying that Dead Air suppressors are gaining in popularity. Silencer Central sells a ton of them, and one of the most popular .30-caliber options is the Sandman-S. It features a low blowback design which helps the Sandman-S to be widely known for not only its compact size but also for its impressive noise reduction at the ear. It does a great job at taming the decibels you hear when a shot from a hefty .300 WM rifle goes off.
The Dead Air Sandman-S features a quick-detach mounting system that incorporates an index pattern for ease of mounting and removal. It's also outfitted with a removable front-end cap, making the Sandman-S extremely user-serviceable, allowing for quick disassembly, cleaning, and fast reassembly.
WHY WE LIKE IT:
QD mounting system for easy on-off
User-serviceable for easy cleaning
Great sound reduction for the size
DEAD AIR SANDMAN-S SPECS:
Weight: 17.7 oz
Length: 6.8"
Finish: Cerakote
Materials: Stainless Steel and Stellite
PRICE: $849
BEST SILENCERCO: SILENCERCO SCYTHE-TI
SilencerCo is one of those brands that everyone thinks of when they think about suppressors. The reason is the brand’s reputation for quality. The Scythe-TI is SilencerCo's first all-titanium suppressor. It is very popular because it is from SilencerCo, and for being small, light, and for helping reduce recoil. The recoil reduction comes from a single anchor-brake port that helps divert gases from the shot and reduce the felt recoil on your shoulder.
The Scythe-TI is a direct thread suppressor that comes with a 5/8 x 24 titanium direct-thread mount. It can handle all the big .300 magnum cartridges just fine, too.
WHY WE LIKE IT:
Compact and lightweight
Anchor brake to reduce recoil
SilencerCo quality
SILENCERCO SCYTHE-TI SPECS:
Weight: 7.3 oz
Length: 6.16 in.
Finish: Anodized Titanium
Materials: Type 5 and type 9 titanium
Price: $1,072
BEST HUNTING: BANISH BACKCOUNTRY
When it comes to hunting suppressors most of us tend to look at two important things - sound suppression and weight. The BANISH Backcountry suppressor was designed for hunting adventures and combines great sound reduction in a compact, lightweight package
The Backcountry is a .30-caliber, fixed-length suppressor that measures 5.5” in length (5.7 with mount) and weighs just 7.8 ounces. That’s a full 1.3” shorter and 2.2 ounces lighter than the BANISH 30 in its short configuration. That may not sound like much, but it makes a world of difference for backcountry adventurers who carefully pack their gear with size and weight in mind.
Rated for calibers up to the .300 Remington Ultra Magnum (RUM), the BANISH Backcountry utilizes six baffles that drop the decibel level down to 137 dB for .300 Win Mag, and 138 dB for .300 RUM at the ear – both of which fall below the hearing-safe threshold. Click here to learn more about how a suppressor protects your hearing.
Utilizing a 1.375×24 Universal Mount, the BANISH Backcountry is a direct-thread suppressor designed to eliminate any extra weight associated with a muzzle device method of attachment, but it is also available with an optional muzzle brake attachment.
When size, weight, and sound suppression are of the utmost concern, the BANISH Backcountry suppressor allows you to pack in ounces, shoot at hearing-safe levels, and pack out pounds
WHY WE LIKE IT:
Compact yet powerful
User-serviceable for easy cleaning
Titanium offers great strength with minimal weight
BANISH BACKCOUNTRY SPECS:
Weight: 7.8oz
Length: 5.5 in.
Finish: Cerekote (black or FDE)
Materials: Titanium
Price: $1,099
Best AR-10 Suppressor: BANISH 30 Gold-V2
For anything .30-caliber on down from .300 RUM to .17 HMR, the BANISH® 30 GOLD-V2 is quite impressive. but the BANISH 30 GOLD-V2 is a fantastic multi-caliber, lightweight suppressor that you can take apart and clean yourself.
What makes the 30 GOLD-V2 great for the AR-10 is a larger expansion chamber that gives your AR-10 some more breathing room. This is especially important with the bigger bullets and heavier loads along with the shorter AR barrel. You get up to a 36-decibel reduction in sound output, which is outstanding for an AR-10. It works equally well with popular AR-10 calibers, like .308 and 6.5 Creedmoor, as well as some less common caliber options, like 7mm.08, 6mm Creedmoor, .243, and even .300 WM.
WHY WE LIKE IT:
User Serviceable
Can be used with a wide variety of calibers
All titanium construction means lightweight
BANISH 30 GOLD-V2 SPECS:
Caliber: Up to .300 RUM
Weight: 13.2oz.
Length: 8.2”
Sound reduction: 36 dB
Price: $1,399
Best 7.62 Tactical Suppressor: HUXWRX FLOW 762 TI
If tactical style shooting is part of your routine, the HUXWRX FLOW 762 TI is a suppressor you should take a look at. Constructed with Grade 5 titanium through advanced 3D-printing, the FLOW 762 TI suppressor gives you amazing performance without sacrificing quality. It is a well-built suppressor that will last you a lifetime.
Using patented Flow-Through® and Torque Lock® technologies, HUXWRX is outstanding at toxic fume mitigation, while also being extremely accurate and reliable. The UltraFlow is fully optimized for flash reduction, too. It is full-auto rated and compatible across top caliber options 5.56, 6.5, and 7.62. It works all the time, with no barrel restrictions, making this a great pick for your tactical needs.
WHY WE LIKE IT:
User-serviceable
All titanium construction
Flow-through design
3D printed
HUXWRX FLOW 762 TI SPECS:
Caliber: Up to .300 Win mag.
Weight: 11.48 oz.
Length: 6.7”
Price: $1,299
Which .30 caliber suppressor should you buy?
I’m glad you asked. The truth is, I can’t really tell you. You need to look at what type of shooting you’re doing and your budget for how much you’d like to spend. There are so many great suppressors on the market, especially in the .30 caliber range. I know which ones I like and why I like them. But my picks may not be what you are looking for. If you need help, talk to the expert customer service team at Silencer Central.
The first suppressor I bought from the company was an eye-opening experience. As employees, we don’t get any special treatment when it comes to buying a suppressor. I opted to not tell my service representative that I was an employee and let her take me through the entire process. I am telling you the whole truth when I say it was as painless as it could have been. I got through everything in short order and got my approval from the ATF in less than two days on a trust!
Get started buying your .30 caliber suppressor today. You won’t be sorry.
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