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Firearms Accessories

Well Hooray For The Sounds of Silence

October 30, 2024 by Fred Rowlands Leave a Comment

When it comes to suppressors, SilencerCo has built a reputation for blending durability with high performance, and their latest release, the VELOS LBP 762, is no exception. This suppressor is dialed in for those who push their gear hard, built specifically for high-volume shooting with 7.62 NATO and other .30-caliber rifles. It’s a piece of hardware that not only holds up but outperforms the competition when it counts.

Built to Take the Heat

The VELOS LBP 762 isn’t a lightweight piece of kit that’ll back down after a few mags. Made from Inconel 625 and other heat-resistant alloys, this suppressor is built like a tank. Inconel, in case you’re wondering, is the same material they use in jet engines and high-pressure chemical applications. That means this can is all about high endurance, especially under the sustained heat that full-auto-rated suppressors have to withstand. If you’re the type who loves to push limits, this one’s got your back.

Caliber: Optimized for 7.62 NATO/.308 Win, with capability for smaller calibers, making it versatile if you like to run multiple setups.
Mounting System: Comes with the Active Spring Retention (ASR) mounting system. This system ensures a tight, secure fit with minimal play, so it’s not going to loosen up on you when you need it to stay steady.
Length: Measuring at 6.2 inches, it’s compact enough to keep things balanced without adding a ton of weight on the end of your rifle.
Weight: Right around 17.3 ounces, which is hefty enough to feel durable but balanced enough to keep your rifle nimble.

Now, let’s talk about what you’re really here for—the sound reduction. This suppressor is no slouch when it comes to dialing down the decibels. SilencerCo’s engineering brings the typical ear-pounding report of a 7.62 NATO round down to about 136 dB at the shooter’s ear. That’s hitting that sweet “hearing-safe” mark for short-term exposure, which hovers at 140 dB or lower. Of course, we all know that sound performance can vary depending on your barrel length and ammo, but this rating is solid.  My results are better due to shooting 7.62X39 which is a bit quieter overall to begin with.

Mounts Smoothly On The ASR Mount And Locks In Easily

The baffle stack design in the VELOS LBP is optimized to handle and reduce the concussion effectively, giving you a quieter, more enjoyable shooting experience. And with reduced gas blowback engineered in, you’re not going to be dealing with clouds of gas blowing back in your face every time you pull the trigger.

Real-World Performance

Whether you’re punching paper or running drills, the VELOS LBP 762 is a blast to shoot with. The ASR mount locks it down tight, so you don’t have to worry about shift or loosening as you move from shot to shot. That’s something you’ll notice right off the bat if you’re doing any serious training or tactical work. It’s also full-auto rated, meaning it’s ready for the most intense sessions you can throw at it.

All Other Accessories Pale in Comparison To The VELOS

Durability: This isn’t just another suppressor—it’s built with their patented Hoplon® blast baffle that deflects debris, increasing the lifespan of the suppressor on short-barreled and full-auto firearms.  Then SilencerCo uses V-Series Cerakote to make sure that the finish will hold up to extreme use without flinching.
Modularity: If you’re already running SilencerCo’s ASR mount system, you’re in luck. It’ll mount seamlessly onto other SilencerCo setups if you’ve already got their suppressor or muzzle devices.

ASR Mounts Are Available in Most Standard Thread Barrels

The SilencerCo VELOS LBP 762 gives you exactly what you’d want in a suppressor for hard-hitting rifles—a combination of endurance, sound suppression, and top-shelf mounting reliability. It’s a true workhorse suppressor, ready to handle the heat and keep you running quiet without sacrificing performance. If you’re looking for a suppressor that’s built to work as hard as you do, you just found it.

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Fred Rowlands Fred “Garfield” Rowlands is a 21+ year Navy veteran who spent his career in strange and diverse places like Diego Garcia, Wintering Over in Antarctica, the Southern Border, and Burbank CA. Has spent over 30 years working in Military Physical Security, Law Enforcement, and Private Security, and has “more luck than a cat has lives” supposedly. He now resides in NW Florida with his wife and a Great Dane named Layla.

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