Suppressors: input needed on 7.62/.308 CAN

[TANK BOSS]

Looking to pick a CAN for a Tikka T3x TAC [16" bbl, .308]. If you have any experience or opinions, I'd be much appreciative.
Current list below, but open to suggestions:
1) DeadAir Sandman-S
2) SilencerCo Hybrid 46M
3) Thunder Beast Ultra 7 Gen2
4) Surefire 762 RC2

 

[76Too]

No complaints so far with my dead air nomad. I’ve only used it with the keymo quick connect mount, but probably works just as well if not better with direct thread.

 

[TANK BOSS]

No complaints so far with my dead air nomad. I’ve only used it with the keymo quick connect mount, but probably works just as well if not better with direct thread.

Thank you. Do you have experience with direct thread? I've only used my AAC with a its quick-ratcheting system. I'm ambivilent to the QD functionality, since I shoot suppressed 99.9% of the time.

 

[SSE]

I would highly recommend a Ti can.
Many have said " it's so heavy, I wish I had gone Ti. "

 

[sloppyjoe]

I would highly recommend a Ti can.
Many have said " it's so heavy, I wish I had gone Ti. "

I agree. Take a look at the Nomad LT. The Ultra7 is also a great can. The Sandman is built more for hard use short barrels. Unless you plan to also use it on a 10.5" AR, the Sandman doesnt make a lot of sense on a bolt gun. It does the job fine, but that is not what it was designed for.

 

[TANK BOSS]

Thank you SJoe.

 

[NyleRN]

I have a ThunderBeast Ultra 9 on my Tikka CTR. Legit can

 

[Tryin']

The Ultra7 is a fine can. I went with an Omega instead, but it was close.

 

[KLB]

The Ultra7 is a fine can. I went with an Omega instead, but it was close.

I also went Omega, and have been very happy with it.

 

[TANK BOSS]

Thank you all. Truly appreciated.

 

[jstrahl]

I also have a TBAC Ultra 9 that I run on a 308 Remington 700 and a 6.5CM Barrett MRAD. Very happy with it on both platforms.

 

[TANK BOSS]

I also have a TBAC Ultra 9 that I run on a 308 Remington 700 and a 6.5CM Barrett MRAD. Very happy with it on both platforms.

Awesome. I'm leaning to the Ultra 7.
Two questions, if you don't mind:
1) I like the 7 vs. 9 due to length, weight & cost: Is Ultra 9 significantly a better choice for my bolt .308?
[I have a suppressor for my 5.56; everything with a can is a trade-off between size & effectiveness (sweet sport)].
2) which TBAC mounting system do you recommed (I can't decide)?

Thanks so much man,
TJ

 

[NyleRN]

There's not much difference between the 7 and 9. I would've gotten the 7 but it wasn't in stock at the time of the sale. Go with muzzle break taper mount

 

[NyleRN]

After having the 9 I'm glad I ended up with it because it's only used on dedicated bolt action bench guns so the added length isn't an issue. Gives me maximum suppression

 

[TANK BOSS]

Awesome. Leaning towards an Ultra 7 with a brake. Been researching this til my eyes bled.
After having a heavy 556 can, weight & length are important criteria. Had I known...

Thanks all!

 

[AaronK]

For a bolt gun, the Harvester Evo is impressive. Especially for the price

 

[sloppyjoe]

For a bolt gun, the Harvester Evo is impressive. Especially for the price

Have you had a chance to shoot one? I havent heard any first person reviews since it is a new release.

 

[TANK BOSS]

Haven't shot the Evo, but digging thru the stats on their site, it compares very favorably to the rest of their stable.
The Omega 300 now comes with the Bravo ASR mount, ASR brake and a direct thread mountattachement. All for MSPR of $915. That's redonkulous. Is their a problem with the Omega 300?? All I could tell was that it was slightly heavyish, even with some titanium.

 

[sloppyjoe]

Haven't shot the Evo, but digging thru the stats on their site, it compares very favorably to the rest of their stable.
The Omega 300 now comes with the Bravo ASR mount, ASR brake and a direct thread mountattachement. All for MSPR of $915. That's redonkulous. Is their a problem with the Omega 300?? All I could tell was that it was slightly heavyish, even with some titanium.

The Omega 300 is a great silencer. The only titanium part is the outer sleeve with the serial number. The baffles are stainless steel and inconel. It is known for having high backpressure, but that doesnt matter on a bolt action rifle. The ASR system contributes to a lot of the length and weight of the Omega 300. For bolt guns, I would swap ASR for a titanium direct thread adapter.

 

[AaronK]

Have you had a chance to shoot one? I havent heard any first person reviews since it is a new release.

I haven't personally used it. I have a couple on hand. They are lightweight and appear to be well built. It's impressive in my opinion because of the size, weight, and price point. It's definitely one I'd consider before spending nearly double on any of the other options. *this is my opinion only and not presented as fact