2024 5.56 Suppressor Comparison

Hey there folks! Today we are going to compare our 5.56 dedicated suppressors. We do not have a decimal reader and so we wont be posting number. We will try and look at the perceived sound, flash, and back pressure.
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[@jeffmiller5857]

I know it's just video but the Fat Cat, T3, Sierra 5 seem to consistently be the most toned down, IMO. You make a good point that they're all about the same in suppression, at the end of the day. A lot of effort went into this one. Good work.

[@CalebDowning]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the feedback 👊🏻

[@superbeast7738]

Same.

[@lurtiskoe]

yup i was gonna say the fat cat, the sierra 5, seemed the most toned. surprisingly in the flash/backpressure the griffin hrt surprised me. rounds ejected were like 3:30

[@Omaba_Baba]

Griffin I like, but the YHM Fat Cat is the clear winner, just because its so short, so affordable, and had no noticeable flash on the 1st round, and the sound seeeeeemed to be bit more dampened on the Fat Can and the T3.

[@CalebDowning]

Man, the Fat Cat seems to have the votes for now 🤔 It’s a dang good can for certain 👍

[@Omaba_Baba]

@CalebDowning it's really hard to tell because a condenser mic is still, as good as it is, not an accurate representation of real life. My Sennheiser 650 and Sennheiser DAC desktop Amp enabled me to hear them well, but there's still clipping. The flow thru can was loudest, IMO. Hope you can get a Gemtech Abyss and Maybe a PTR Vent someday, to test and give us your opinions. TY for the informative and entertaining content, as always, Mr. Downing.

[@CalebDowning]

@Omaba_Baba Ya the only way to really tell the difference in most cases is in person. Hopefully we can get some more cans down the road to add to the line up 👌 Thanks for your support man ! 😎👊🏻

[@dam00k]

This is the video that anybody considering a 5.56 can should watch. Really covered all the bases without spewing boring specs and meaningless decibel readings.

[@CalebDowning]

Well thanks man 😎👊🏻

[@jamesstephenson2346]

...meaningless decibel readings? You sure bout that champ?

[@DrunkDrynasty]

@@jamesstephenson2346 See Pew Science for info on how solely measuring peak DB is misleading. I think that’s what he means..

[@joquin4618]

Got the YHM turbo k & fat cat and I Love the price to performance ratio 😊

[@CalebDowning]

Absolutely man 💯👌

[@BigJDinSC]

Looks to me like the YHM Fat Cat may be the best use of funds. I’m pretty sure it’s the cheapest in the lineup. Sound suppression seems on par, flash reduction looked as good or better than others, and the shortest length seems like a big benefit.

[@CalebDowning]

Very astute observation. YHM cans are solid options 👍

[@cbrooks2767]

I have the FC that fits perfectly into my 12" handguard and it looks and sounds amazing for minimal added overall length. Flash reduction is amazing. But at that price point something has to give, and that's back pressure. It definitely isn't a flow silencer, but that's what adjustable gas blocks are for. I love it!

[@CalebDowning]

@cbrooks2767 Good point man. And yes, a good adjustable gas systems can do a significant job at tuning up a can. I love my Rifle Speed Gas System as well as my adjustable BCGs.

[@BigJDinSC]

@@cbrooks2767 my guess is that your running an 11.5” barrel with a MI suppressor-width handguard, is that right?

[@cbrooks2767]

@BigJDinSC mine is a 11.5 inch barrel inside a 12" Aero handguard. Wish I could upload a pic to show the narrow part of the silencer in the handguard. Only the fat part shows and is the same size as the outer diameter of the handguard. Just beautiful!

[@ofreen]

I bought a Fat Cat and am happy with it. It compared well in this test, I think.

[@CalebDowning]

Solid choice man 👌

[@DEgan5660]

Great review! Shows you how a $600 suppressor sounds better than a $1,800 suppressor. I’d go Fat Cat all day. Sounds great and it’s super compact.

[@CalebDowning]

Thanks man! That Fat Cat has the popular vote for sure 👌

[@zeedaysurvival1975]

It seemed the Surefire Socom 556 had a lot of blow back compared to most of the others where the Dual-Lok 5 looked to have the least. It also seemed to me that the YHM cans both had a bit of a higher pitch over the rest that had a lower tone, granted they are the smaller cans. 5.56 is just hard to make quit and any sound reduction is a good thing. I do not have a dedicated 5.56 can, I run a 30 cal Sandman S and a Dual-Loc 7 on my 11.5 and 16 in 5.56 guns and both in my mind sound good with less blowback. Good vid and thanks for making it.

[@CalebDowning]

That’s some really great observations. You are absolutely right that 5.56 is hard to suppress. It’s pretty amazing that any of these cans sound as good as they do. Thanks for the feedback man, that was good 😎👊🏻

[@NebulousCat]

I think the YHM Fatcat and Turbo T3 had a good sound. I have the T3 and like it a lot.

[@CalebDowning]

Agreed 👍 Nice choice by the way. What mount do you prefer for your T3?

[@mac7977]

I really like my Griffin Armament Recce series. The taper mount gives me the least POI shift with each of my different length rifles. Good video.👍🏽

[@KidCorporate]

Recce was a hot peice when they were released and still a workhorse can today. I actually really like the griffin taper mount system, I learned to put hi temp anti seize on the threads but not the taper geometry and haven't had a can carbon lock OR back off under fire since.

[@richardmorris2043]

I have the YHM T3,R9 and I’ve seen enough and the ‘fat cat’ is next. YHM is priced right and a great product !! Great video !!

[@CalebDowning]

I think that Fat Cat is such a hit, they need to develop a 30 cal version. I know they have tried but they need to finish it 🤞 Thanks man! 😎👊🏻

[@blackpaw254]

Thanks a bunch for all the work you put into this comparison. Really helps out. I’m really surprised how well the Fat Cat did for its size, etc.

[@CalebDowning]

A log of folks have commented about the fat Cat. It’s kinda the underrated under”cat” 😉 Glad you enjoyed it 😎👊🏻

[@Libertarian_Neighbor]

The Sierra 5 sounded the best to my ears. The Griffin Dual Lok had the best ejection pattern.

[@DrunkDrynasty]

Be careful they’re known to blow off the end of your rifle, then take a year to RMA your suppressor.

[@juliovelasquez9286]

@@DrunkDrynastywho???

[@scott2228]

Another great video. I bought a suppressor. Then I quickly purchased 4 more. It’s addictive AF. My favorite so far is the Otter Creek OCM5 shot on 18” SPR and 12” Gordon. Not sure what my next cam will be.

[@CalebDowning]

Dang man, I keep hearing about Otter Creek cans 🤯 I really need to pick one up here soon. What other calibers are you needing to suppress?

[@deekay270]

To me the Sierra five and HRT 556 for the quietest. KGM and dial lock was noticeably louder. Especially the KGM

[@CalebDowning]

Interesting 🤔

[@Kaotix_music]

Fat cat and t3 sound the best to me. I have a t2 and everytime I go to the range, I always get comments on how my can is quieter than everyone else’s. Really good flash suppression to - I shoot religiously under nods with it

[@CalebDowning]

Awesome! That Fat Cat is definitely the community favorite 👌

[@user-bv1zk7tg2r]

Gotta love 20" with a can

[@CalebDowning]

Absolutely 👍

[@seanwhite304]

I'm a huge fan of YHM Cans in general. It's hard to hear a huge difference. In super impressed with Fat Cat . I love short FAT Cans. I'm not a fan of Cans longer than 5.5" . I use BRT EZ Tune Tubes . 0.073 is my gold standard size for 13.x" - 14.5 " Mid Lengths . Awesome video bro

[@CalebDowning]

Hey Sean 👊🏻😎 that Fat Cat has definitely been the most mentioned can out of this line up. It’s quite the under dog, or “cat” 😅

[@antiontaylor262]

Great review. Thanks for the non suppressed shots before & after to establish that baseline we talked about. I'll be going back & listening again with headphones but with a standard speaker, I thought the Fat Cat & Sierra 5 both had higher pitches but seemed to sound quieter, which is a little odd to my ear as lower pitches generally sound better. The actual sound level of them just sounded lower. I liked those 2 & the Dual Lok 5 best. I have a Reece 5 in jail or I'd be giving all 3 serious consideration (the Fat Cat & Sierra 5 were previously on my short list). The Dual Lok 7 is currently on my short list for a dedicated.30cal option however. Love the lineup review & hope you put one together for .30cal & 9mm as I'm on the market for each, here in the very near future. I have my hybrid (R45) based on your review but a similar demo of some 36 or 46 cans would be great as well, understanding limitations of having all at the same time. Thanks again.

[@CalebDowning]

Well thank you for the suggestion for those bare muzzle shots. Great idea 💡 I’ll try and put together another 30 cal & 9mm suppressor lineup. I’ve gotten a couple new cans that I can add to my older line ups.

[@antiontaylor262]

@@CalebDowning sounds great. Appreciate it.

[@offtherezzervation6706]

Love my Sierra 5 on my 13.9, now I’m looking at the HRT or Dual Lok 5 for my 10.3. Thinking me going with the Sierra 5 despite the claims was a great decision according to your tests.

[@CalebDowning]

I know there were some QC issues with some of the Sierra 5’s but mine is running great. I’m glad you got a good one and it’s working well for you. If I was going to buy either the HRT or the Dual Lok 5 then I’d do with the Dual Lok 5. It simply impressed me a little more over the HRT, especially on backpressure.

[@varanidguy]

I pulled the trigger on the HRT 556, it should be here in another week and a half to two weeks. I cannot wait!

[@CalebDowning]

Excellent 😎👌 I’d love to hear what you think about it when it comes in.

[@varanidguy]

@@CalebDowning thank you! It's my first can. A buddy of mine has a couple SureFires and after experiencing them, getting one went from a want to a need. haha

[@markmasztal2253]

Love it brother. Thanks so much. Missed you at Gun Con.

[@CalebDowning]

Yo Mark! Wish I could have been there… maybe another year. Folks really seemed to pick up on that Fat Cats performance 👌

[@dragonusmc0311]

Appreciate the good quality content.👍👍👊

[@CalebDowning]

Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it 😎👊🏻

[@PaintballaJkilla]

Should watch the whole thing cause it worth it. But for those who may want to jump around: 3:37 (7.5") 4:37 (10.3") 5:41 (12.5") 6:43 (12.5" piston) 7:39 (13.9") 8:50 (16") 10:00 (20") 11:06 backpressure, flame flash 11:52 conclusions

[@CalebDowning]

Thanks man, I should have made chapters. I approciate it 😎👊🏻

[@PaintballaJkilla]

@CalebDowning 👊NP. Happy to help

[@MrTylero28]

I put my personal 556 choices as this 1: CAT WB 718 inconel 2: griffin recce 5k 3: ocl polonium Best budget choice in my opinion is the Rex silentium mg7K

[@CalebDowning]

Those look like solid choices 👌

[@FirearmEnthusiast]

HUXWRX Flow 556 Ti is one of the best purchases I have ever made.

[@CalebDowning]

I still need to get something from Huxwrx. Keep hearing good things about them 🤔

[@GeorgeFarmakis]

Love your videos....What is your impression, if you could only buy one, between YHM Fat Cat and OCL Polonium K...to be housed on an 11.5 AR ??

[@juanthelawnmowerthief1641]

The Dead Air Sierra 5 and Griffin Dual Lok sound the best. Never heard of the Sierra 5 being reduced back pressure other than its shorter with less baffles. We know the Surefire RC3 is a joke so please skip that and go with the CAT WB, Dead Air Lazarus 6, Radical Defense LS5,.

[@CalebDowning]

Both of those are solid performers. Man I’d like to get my hands on those three you mentioned. Perhaps we’ll make it happen 🤔🤞

[@joelsmith4690]

I agree with all of this. I. like the Fat Cat, fat volume makes for nice tone. Stop using the term "flow through" that is only for HuxWrx. Low Back Pressure is the industry term for the hybrid cans that have low back pressure attributes. Sierra 5 is NOT LBP.. it's just DA 1st 5.56 dedicated can. The Lazarus from DA is LBP. Price to performance, I know you don't have one, but everyone here.. Don't forget about he Polonium, I have a full size Polo and it is absolutely amazing for the price and backed with the best warranty in the system! OCL is the way!

[@CalebDowning]

@joelsmith4690 I keep hearing about the Polonium… that one is absolutely on my short list for the next 5.56 can.

[@joelsmith4690]

@@CalebDowning its an amazing can and so is the K version. The tone is awesome, and ive moved mine around on multiple .223, .243 platforms (6mm bore so gives you a little more options) it performs so well.

[@CalebDowning]

@joelsmith4690 excellent 👌

[@flavortown3781]

Want to use basically amy can on a surefire muzzle device b&t makes a hubmount that fits any kf the socom mounts

[@krobros]

I wonder if that Fat Cat sound as good in real life as it does in this video, amazing for it's size.

[@CalebDowning]

It sounds surprisingly good to me 👍

[@TrickyTrav967]

Call me crazy but the yankee hill stuff performed the best

[@CalebDowning]

Not crazy at all. YHM is severely underrated.

[@TrickyTrav967]

@@CalebDowningseverely might be an understatement 😂 I wasn’t thinking about getting one but seeing this video and researching the price has me rethinking my priorities

[@Jesusiskingamen7]

The dead air sierra 5 xeno is heating safe on 7.5” 5.56 it is supper quite it’s louder on 16” it’s crazy it’s the perfect 7.5” suppressor I have tested

[@CalebDowning]

That’s crazy 🤔 I’ll have to test that out myself. Thanks for the info 👌

[@2A.Freedom]

The kgm was noticeably louder.

[@Danielness17]

I have the t3 but that fat cat is one impressive can for the size

[@CalebDowning]

For sure 👌

[@kindastealthy8210]

Yall tried any banish cans? I keep seeing stuff pop up for them?

[@CalebDowning]

Hmm, I haven’t 🤔

[@Gunoke-fd6bc]

Personally, I wasn't as much a fan of the Griffin or Surefire cans. Don't get me wrong each suppressor appealed differently based on configuration, but I just didn't necessarily appreciate the tone of either of those brands on most firearms tested. I am a SOT as well, so I have quite a few cans of my own and shot more than a few brands already. I have at least 6 different brand of cans in varying calibers, but no rush for those I mentioned. I do have two of those KGM cans in stock and will be testing one on a SIG Virtus 5.56 SBR as that thing is a gas hog, unbearable with a AB Warthog 5.56 can, it sounds great but you will be choking to death. If I was picking from this lineup, I would just say get a YHM they work, although I am a fan of B&T products but I'm biased as they are local for me (Tampa, FL).

[@CalebDowning]

That’s pretty telling that you, an SOT with plenty of access to cans, would pick YHM. They are hard to beat, all things considered. I’d love to hear back from you after you shoot that KGM can. It was noticeably less gassy on all my hosts.

[@grayantihero6059]

Should have added an AB Warthog 556, best bang for your buck suppressor on the market.

[@krisskelton1241]

To me I could tell a diff in the the Dead Air Sierra-5 and the Fat Cat short fatty was the quietest…. My 2 cents currently I own the Surefire -rc2, the 46 hybrid,the omega 36, obsidian-9 a Dead Air Nonad Ti looking to maybe get 5 more and call it quits…. So yes the dead air sierra 5 and the yhm fat cat

[@CalebDowning]

Both solid choices… I’d love to hear what you end up going with 🤔

[@krisskelton1241]

@@CalebDowning The only reason I bought the Surefire rc-2 is I have a scar 17 who says if I don’t use “that” suppressor that they will terminate my warranty 😂🤷‍♂️🤔 and it comes with 2 settings on the gas block suppressed and unsupressed so confused so I spent a lot just for that 1 can again it’s socom so I can use it for full auto fire at best…. Great job on videos that was by far laid out and edited the best I’ve seen a can review! 👍💯

[@CalebDowning]

@krisskelton1241 Awesome man, thanks for the encouragement! 😎👊🏻 I wonder if FN will update that suppressor restriction with all these high flow cans coming out 🤔

[@krisskelton1241]

@@CalebDowning Man we the consumer would expect them to but I doubt it very serious… I’m a huge gun collector so I do practice with some of my tools but I’ve got some guns I bought to keep brand new and see if the market will ever change and be worth a lot more money so say I’ve got 12 grand n a Scar 17 never been fired a Mp-5 Hecklor Koch the civilian m-249, 8 -1911 -45’s man that’s just few and one never fired a round out of em I play around with my m-4’s and bought me a Sako Hunter n 300 win mag but I use the silencerco hybrid 46 it’s crazy accurate and I do not understand how it’s that quit and takes at least 25-30 percent of the recoil away…. I have to young kids I basically hoard tons of ammo and tons of guns for the next generation which is much kids u know it’s crazy when ur ammo and guns exceeds your actually currency as in im always broke now 🤷‍♂️again love your channel sorry bout the long post im the worst😂

[@CalebDowning]

@krisskelton1241 Watching out for the next generation, that’s important stuff fur sure 👌

[@HB-kp6rl]

That fat cat is kinda remarkable compared to the turbo k

[@PatriotsRiseUp]

Fat Cat , Turbo 3 , Sierra

[@CalebDowning]

👌

[@Conan361]

Dual lok so good

[@DownRange556]

I would like to get some good honest feedback on the AB Warthog in 5.56. That can has my interest big time. I’m on the hunt for my first suppressor. Now, in this video, the YHM Fat Cat really impressed. The tone seemed consistent throughout the video. YHM in general have been my go to for videos and really got me into buying a suppressor. They are affordable and offer a great value in the total package for a first time buyer. I also like the Otter Creek Labs Polonium cans. Do you have videos on the AB Warthog? Or the Polonium cans?

[@CalebDowning]

Man, I don’t have any AB cans or the Polonium. I’ve tried to get ahold of a Polonium but haven’t been able to yet. The whole AB suppressor lineup is very intriguing to me as well. Hopefully we’ll get those on here at some point.

[@DownRange556]

@@CalebDowning that would be awesome! I hope you can get them soon. Thanks.

[@brandonstorey99]

@@CalebDowning where are you located? I have a few of the other cans (like CAT WB Ti, AB A-10, etc) that people are asking about. I have a small 07/02 SOT hobby business and keep new stuff on hand for demos. Hit me up if you want (Longbow Arms Clarksville, TN).

[@CalebDowning]

@brandonstorey99 I’m up in Alaska 🏔️ I’ve got the same 07/02 so transfers would be simple enough. Let me see if I can get ahold of them from the companies but if I can’t then I may hit you up. Thanks man! 😎👊🏻

[@grayantihero6059]

​@@DownRange556waiting to go certify my Ab warthog this weekend

[@MrSouthernSOB]

I agree with several posters the fat cat won on the

[@CalebDowning]

😎👌

[@Dynomitedog2]

I think I was really impressed with the fat cat, can you do a follow up video with price point, please.

[@CalebDowning]

Like this? YHM Fat Cat - Review kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbaaZepp6Z-i6s

[@thomas7293]

Did any one of them stand out in regards to having a deeper tone?

[@CalebDowning]

I want to say the KGM and Sierra had lower tones 🤔

[@millerjensen]

Could my old metal Airsoft rail and pistol grip on a real ar play form?

[@user-td6br5nq1x]

what about the Griffin Armament Explorr and Abyss 556

[@CalebDowning]

Ooo, both of those look interesting but I’ve never had the chance to use them 🤔

[@ant337]

That Fat Cat is impressive.

[@Michael-pl1if]

I’d love to see the Speed K! Fat Car vs Speed K comparison 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Michael-pl1if]

Fat Cat

[@CalebDowning]

Interesting 🤔 I’ve never really looked into that can but it does seem very similar in concepts to the Fat Cat.

[@Michael-pl1if]

@@CalebDowning, yes sir! Double the price and heavier but they are making some bold claims 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ecobasetech4558]

This makes me even more sad that I didn't have the money to buy the KGM R556 when it was on sale for $350. And now they are GONE!

[@CalebDowning]

They are gone now? Dang that was a really great deal 🤦‍♂️ Who knows, maybe they’ll come back 🤞

[@ecobasetech4558]

@@CalebDowning not likely at that price

[@CalebDowning]

@ecobasetech4558 Ya, unfortunately 😏

[@PhillipTheAssyrian]

Great video my friend. You know I love that fat cat suppressor

[@CalebDowning]

Yo!! What’s up man 😃 That fat cat is both is both unique and functional 👍

[@nathanpina6106]

Fat cat, and not just because I don’t win one lol but that can is so surprising. And looks great on shorter ARs.

[@StevensonSimona-k8s]

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[@susanmcpeterson1136]

Ik the gp5 isnt on here, but is it good? I wanna kno before I buy it

[@CalebDowning]

I don’t have any experience with that one 🤔 I’d imaging it would be a good option if you were going to pin/weld it for a 16” gun. Not sure on how it performs though.

[@susanmcpeterson1136]

@@CalebDowning damn and ok

[@bartmaster2]

Surprised you didn't have the velos on here

[@CalebDowning]

Man, I wanted to. I just haven’t gotten one yet 😏

[@bartmaster2]

​@CalebDowning I just got one havmt mounted it yet though. Picked it up and duel lok 5 at the local gun store.

[@CalebDowning]

@bartmaster2 Nice 👌

[@GqjdjdXmxjjnff]

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[@CommonsVivian-w6p]

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[@HB-kp6rl]

Add a hux.

[@CalebDowning]

Man I want to soo bad 🤞😄

[@HB-kp6rl]

@@CalebDowning i dont have the new 3d printed ones. Ive the the hxqd 556 and 762 and they rock. Those the flow can are pricey af

[@fmillstid]

Check out specters cat line of suppressors 🐱👌

[@CalebDowning]

Dude those look interesting. Kinda give me a “Q” style in their marketing 😂

[@johncarter5227]

Add the Trash Panda

[@CalebDowning]

That would be a great addition 👌 I’ll see what we can do.

[@bobcatsownthenight]

I like peanut butter

[@CalebDowning]

😉👌

[@CaseyCain-r7s]

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[@josefrausto1638]

9mm can version of this

[@CalebDowning]

I’ll try and do an updated 2024 9mm version 👌

[@josefrausto1638]

@@CalebDowning hell yeah!!!

[@oak664]

B&T srbs all the way

[@Gaspard129]

It does seem to be the new hotness. I'll have to make do with my YHM FC until I have SRBS money.

[@oak664]

@@Gaspard129 yeah silencerco covers the tax stamp right now.

[@earthlyng_official4599]

The dead air had the best ejection patterns on each gun…

[@LAXERJK]

Surefire can’t be killed

[@CalebDowning]

🦾

[@TugBoatTuffy]

Am I the only one who thinks they all sound the same 😢

[@CalebDowning]

It can be hard to tell over headphones/speakers.

[@TugBoatTuffy]

@@CalebDowning I agree! Going to a shop next week that lets you test them out before purchase next week hopefully I figure out what fits my rifle the best

[@cmr7217]

OSS/Huxworx hard to beat for me. Turbo K is great but pretty gassy!

[@Spartisman]

Great video. Still thinking a way to do a fund for you. Keep up the good work. Happy 4TH Just put a resonator K and huxwrx 7.62 in Jail.

[@CalebDowning]

Thanks man! 😎👊🏻 Those are two cans that I’ve wanted but never gotten… yet 🤔