Users' questions

How loud is 308 suppressed?

How loud is 308 suppressed?

An unsuppressed . 308 running a 20” barrel will produce about 170 dB of sound. That is extremely dangerous to hearing. As you can see, depending on the type of suppressor chosen, you get anywhere from around 23 to 36 dB sound reduction.

What is the quietest 308 suppressor?

SOCOM300-SPS
The new SOCOM300-SPS is the quietest suppressor ever built for 300 Black Out (subsonic and supersonic), . 308 and 300 Win Mag. This versatile suppressor is also very effective in suppressing the 5.56mm cartridge.

Can you suppress a 308 rifle?

308 is a great way to make it more hearing-safe, and even reduce some recoil. 308 can be suppressed to the point of hearing safety. Even with a silencer, a . 308 rifle ranges from a bit over 134 decibels (hearing safe) to over 147 decibels (not at all hearing-safe).

How many decibels is a suppressed rifle?

Live tests by independent reviewers of numerous commercially available suppressors find that even low-power, unsuppressed . 22 LR handguns produce gunshots over 160 decibels. A recent study of various suppressors reported peak sound pressure level reductions between 17 dB and 24 dB.

How many dB is a 308?

156.2dB
Table-2-CENTERFIRE-RIFLE-DATA

.223, 55GR. Commercial load 18 1/2″ barrel 155.5dB
.243 in 22″ barrel 155.9dB
.30-30 in 20″ barrel 156.0dB
7mm Magnum in 20″ barrel 157.5dB
.308 in 24″ barrel 156.2dB

Can you shoot 308 through a 9mm suppressor?

As a general rule, you can put anything up to . 308 through these 7.62mm suppressors without an issue. 45 suppressors on a 9mm. If you have a 7.62mm rifle you’re looking to suppress, by all means, this is the category you’ll want to be looking in!

Can I shoot 9mm through my 30 cal suppressor?

30 caliber rifle you plan to shoot. The . 308 caliber sized suppressor will work on 5.56 caliber rifles and other cartridges such as 30-30 Winchester or 243 Winchester. 45 caliber pistol sized suppressor will handle 45 ACP, 9mm and even subsonic 300 Blackout.

Can a suppressor be used on a.308 rifle?

It sure can. Suppressing a .308 is a great way to make it more hearing-safe, and even reduce some recoil. However, not all .308 can be suppressed to the point of hearing safety. Even with a silencer, a .308 rifle ranges from a bit over 134 decibels (hearing safe) to over 147 decibels (not at all hearing-safe).

How many dB does a.308 silencer produce?

You will want to purchase a silencer that registers below 140 db. An unsuppressed .308 running a 20” barrel will produce about 170 dB of sound. That is extremely dangerous to hearing.

How many decibels does a.308 rifle have?

However, for practical purposes a string of measurements is sufficient. We found when testing 27 different suppressors, that even when fitted with a suppressor, a .308 rifle ranges from a bit over 134 decibels (hearing safe) to over 147 decibels (instant hearing loss).

Which is the best silencer for.308 host?

The Resonator K is a quick detach silencer for .308 hosts. Limited stock, call 888-781-8778 for availability. The Resonator R2 is a quick detach silencer for .308 hosts. 300 caliber (7.62mm) centerfire rifle silencer. This fully welded silencer offers adaptability and reduced recoil.