SilencerCo Suppressors: Complete Lineup Guide & Buying Advice (2026)
SilencerCo suppressors come from one of the largest suppressor makers in the US, based in West Valley City, Utah, with a lineup spanning rimfire to large bore.
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Last updated: October 17, 2026 · Originally published October 5, 2026
If you’ve spent any time researching suppressors, you’ve run into the name SilencerCo. It’s the brand most dealers show first, the one with the deepest bench of models, and — as of the 2026 NFA tax stamp elimination — the manufacturer fielding some of the heaviest order volume in the industry. This guide breaks down SilencerCo’s actual current lineup, what separates each model, and how to think about which one fits your setup.
Who Is SilencerCo?
SilencerCo was founded in 2008 by Jonathan Shults and Joshua Waldron and has grown into the largest suppressor manufacturer in the United States. The company operates a 72,000-square-foot facility in West Valley City, Utah, that houses in-house CNC machining, an 80-yard indoor test range, and its own sound laboratory — meaning the sound-reduction numbers on SilencerCo’s spec sheets are measured in-house rather than sourced from a third party.
SilencerCo also has a track record of firsts. The Maxim 9 was the first holster-able, integrally suppressed 9mm pistol to reach the commercial market, and the Maxim 50 — a muzzle-loading rifle with a permanently integrated suppressor — is legally classified as exempt from National Firearms Act regulation, since a muzzleloader is not a firearm under federal law. The company is also a co-founding member of the American Suppressor Association, the industry’s primary advocacy group for suppressor-friendly legislation.
2026: Meeting Record Suppressor Demand
The elimination of the $200 NFA tax stamp at the start of 2026 triggered a demand spike across the entire industry, and SilencerCo was no exception. More than 200,000 ATF eForm 4 submissions went in during the first couple of weeks of January 2026 alone. SilencerCo’s National Sales Manager Ryan Killian told Guns.com that the company had spent months making its machining processes more efficient in anticipation, and that the company builds roughly 95% of its suppressors in-house rather than outsourcing components — a factor that’s helped it keep pace with order volume better than manufacturers that depend more heavily on outside vendors.
Practically, that means current lead times matter more than usual — check availability directly with a dealer or with our guide to buying a suppressor before assuming any specific model ships immediately.
The Full SilencerCo Lineup
SilencerCo’s catalog is organized by platform. Here’s every current model grouped by category:
| Category | Model | Caliber / Platform | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rimfire | Sparrow 22 | .22 LR | Simple, durable, no-frills rimfire can |
| Switchback 22 | .22 LR | Modular length, SilencerCo’s top-performing rimfire | |
| Pistol / 9mm | Osprey 2.0 | 9mm / .45 ACP | Flat, polygonal shape for better sight co-witness |
| Spectre / Spectre 9K | 9mm, subgun-rated | Full titanium construction | |
| Omega 9K | 9mm | Compact and lightweight | |
| S98 | 9mm | Fully welded titanium, eccentric bore | |
| Rifle / Multi-Caliber | Omega 300 DT | .30 cal, direct thread | Full-auto rated, lightweight |
| Omega 36M | Multi-caliber up to .338 | Modular two-piece design, most popular all-around model | |
| Hybrid 46 DT / 46M | Multi-caliber centerfire | Original multi-platform design, broad firearm compatibility | |
| Velos LBP (556 / 556K / 762) | 5.56 / .308 | Low-back-pressure design reduces gas blowback | |
| Scythe STM | Multi-caliber, full-auto rated | Steel/titanium modular hybrid | |
| Scythe Ti | Multi-caliber | Full titanium — SilencerCo’s lightest rifle can | |
| Shotgun | Salvo 12 | 12-gauge | Modular; among the first commercially viable hearing-safe shotgun suppressors |
Model availability and specs current as of publish date — always confirm the latest configuration and pricing directly with SilencerCo or an authorized dealer before buying.
Notable Models Worth a Closer Look
Omega 36M — The All-Around Pick
The Omega 36M is SilencerCo’s most broadly recommended suppressor for shooters who don’t want to buy a different can for every rifle. Its two-piece modular design lets you reconfigure length and weight depending on the host firearm, and it covers everything from .223 up through .338 Lapua-class cartridges in a single unit.
Hybrid 46M — The Multi-Platform Original
The Hybrid line was SilencerCo’s original multi-caliber, multi-firearm-compatible design, and the 46M keeps that flexibility in a lighter, more compact modular package. It’s a common choice for shooters building out a “one can, several rifles” collection.
Scythe Ti — The Lightest Option
Full titanium construction makes the Scythe Ti SilencerCo’s lightest rifle suppressor, aimed at hunters and precision shooters who feel every ounce added to the muzzle. The tradeoff for the weight savings is a higher price point than steel or steel/titanium hybrid models like the Scythe STM.
Osprey 2.0 — Built for Pistol Sight Lines
Most pistol suppressors are round, which blocks the sight line on a red dot or iron sights mounted low. The Osprey 2.0’s flattened, polygonal profile is specifically shaped to preserve co-witness with pistol optics — a detail that matters more than raw sound reduction numbers for a lot of duty and home-defense-oriented buyers.
Switchback 22 — The Rimfire Standard
SilencerCo markets the Switchback 22 as its best-performing rimfire suppressor, with a modular design that lets shooters adjust length. For plinking, pest control, and suppressed .22 LR training, it’s the model most frequently recommended over the simpler, fixed-length Sparrow 22.
Buying SilencerCo Suppressors: What to Check First
- Modular vs. fixed: Modular models (Omega, Hybrid, Scythe STM) let you reconfigure length and weight for different hosts, but add moving parts and cost. Fixed models (Omega 300 DT, Sparrow 22) are simpler and typically cheaper.
- Titanium vs. steel/hybrid: Full titanium (Scythe Ti, Spectre, S98) is lightest but priced at a premium and generally rated for less sustained full-auto fire than steel or steel/titanium hybrids.
- Multi-caliber vs. dedicated: A multi-caliber can (Omega 36M, Hybrid 46M) is the better value if you own several rifles in different chamberings. A dedicated single-caliber can is usually lighter and quieter for that one specific cartridge.
- Direct thread vs. quick-detach: See our full breakdown of mounting systems before choosing — it affects which SilencerCo models are compatible with hosts you already own.
Frequently Asked Questions About SilencerCo
Is SilencerCo a good suppressor brand?
Yes — SilencerCo is the largest suppressor manufacturer in the U.S. by revenue and manufactures roughly 95% of its products in-house, including in-house sound testing. It’s one of the most widely stocked brands at dealers nationwide.
What is SilencerCo’s most popular suppressor?
The Omega 36M and Hybrid 46M are the two most commonly recommended models, since both are multi-caliber and modular enough to work across several different rifles.
Does SilencerCo sell direct to consumers?
SilencerCo suppressors are sold through licensed NFA dealers rather than direct-to-consumer shipping, the same as any other suppressor manufacturer — federal law requires the ATF Form 4 transfer process to go through a licensed dealer. See our guide to buying a suppressor for the full process.
How long is the wait for a SilencerCo suppressor in 2026?
Wait times depend on both ATF processing (now faster since the eForm 4 process replaced the paper-heavy system and the tax stamp fee was eliminated) and SilencerCo’s own production backlog, which has been elevated since the January 2026 demand surge. Check current lead times with your dealer before ordering.
How does SilencerCo compare to Dead Air?
Both are major full-line manufacturers with broad catalogs spanning rimfire through big-bore. SilencerCo leans on its ASR/Charlie quick-detach ecosystem and the widest overall model range in the industry; Dead Air is best known for its KeyMo mounting system and duty-grade cans like the Sandman series. Neither brand is categorically “better” — the choice usually comes down to which quick-detach mounting ecosystem you want to standardize on across your rifles. See our Dead Air suppressors guide for the full lineup.
How does SilencerCo compare to HUXWRX and Griffin Armament?
HUXWRX differentiates itself with Flow-Through technology aimed at reducing back pressure and toxic gas blowback on gas guns, while Griffin Armament is known for user-serviceable, field-cleanable designs. SilencerCo’s advantage is breadth — few brands match its combined range of calibers, mount systems, and price points. All three are reputable, duty-proven manufacturers; the right pick depends on whether flow-through gas management, field serviceability, or catalog breadth matters most to you.
How does SilencerCo compare to Banish suppressors from Silencer Central?
Banish is Silencer Central’s in-house suppressor line, sold direct-to-consumer and built around modular, multi-caliber designs like the Banish 30 and Banish 46. SilencerCo is a traditional manufacturer selling through the standard dealer network with a much larger overall catalog. Banish’s appeal is mostly its direct-to-consumer buying process; SilencerCo’s is its depth of caliber- and role-specific options.
Related guides: See our complete suppressor manufacturer directory for how SilencerCo compares to 48 other brands, our best AR-15 suppressor guide, and our explainer on suppressor vs. silencer terminology if you’re new to the category. Building out a multi-caliber rifle collection at the same time? Popular Outdoorsman has a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle review worth reading alongside the Omega 36M’s caliber coverage. For our full picks by cartridge, see our guides to the best 9mm suppressors, best 6.5 Creedmoor suppressors, and best .308 suppressors, and for the Osprey 45 or Octane 45, our best .45 ACP suppressors guide, for 2026. SilencerCo’s lineup also covers magnum and big-bore use — see our .300 Win Mag suppressors guide, .458 SOCOM suppressors guide, 10mm suppressors guide, and best hunting suppressor guide for more on where their cans fit.
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