45 Cal Suppressor FAQs
What calibers are compatible with 45 suppressors?
Depending on the 45 suppressor, they can be capable of passing .45 ACP, 9mm Luger, 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 308 Winchester and 45-70 ammo through them. Please refer to the product specifications to verify what ammo can be used with your suppressor.
Do I need a booster for the 45 suppressor?
It depends on the 45 cal suppressor you are using, and the firearm it is mounted to.
A piston, also known as a Nielson device, is used in pistol suppressors to ensure proper cycling of the pistol slide when the suppressor is attached. It is typically used on many 45 caliber semi-automatic pistols with tilted barrel actions like Glocks, Beretta 92, CZ 75, Springfield Armory XD, and SIG Sauer P226.
Pistols that have a fixed barrel, or use a blowback or other recoil management system may not require a piston.
It's important to use the correct suppressor and accessories designed for your specific firearm to ensure proper function, safety, and reliability. Please contact our sales staff if you have any more questions on the components needed for your firearm.
Can a 45 Cal suppressor be mounted on a rifle?
It depends on the suppressor and rifle being used.
Our Sidewinder can be mated to a .300 BLK SUBSONIC, 9x19mm or .45 ACP rifle.
Our R45 can be mounted on most rifles in calibers up to and including .308 Winchester.
Please refer to the product specifications to verify what ammo can be used with your suppressor.
Can I shoot 9mm ammo through a 45 suppressor?
Yes, 9mm ammo can be shot through a 45 suppressor. Those who go between 45 and 9mm firearms often prefer this as their entry level suppressor because of its versatility.
One downside is, depending on the firearm and ammo being used, it can be louder to shoot 9mm through a 45 suppressor rather than a dedicated 9mm suppressor.
Please refer to the product specifications to verify what ammo can be used with your suppressor.
Can I shoot 30 cal ammo through a 45 suppressor
It depends on the suppressor and caliber being used.
Our Sidewinder is compatible with .300 BLK SUBSONIC, but not with .308 Winchester.
Our R45 is compatible with most rifle rounds up to and including .308 Winchester
Please refer to the product specifications to verify what ammo can be used with your suppressor.
Can I shoot 300 blk ammo through a 45 suppressor?
It depends on the suppressor and caliber being used.
Our Sidewinder is only compatible with .300 BLK SUBSONIC.
Our R45 is compatible with any 300 BLK ammo.
Please refer to the product specifications to verify what ammo can be used with your suppressor.