SureFire
SureFire SOCOM RC2 556
Military-issue 5.56 suppressor with excellent sound reduction
Quick Specs
- Price
- $1,329
- Weight
- 1 lb 1 oz
- Brand
- SureFire
- Category
- suppressor
Features
- •5.56mm
- •6.4 inch length
- •SOCOM mount
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SUREFIRE Socom RC2 5.56 NATO 6.2" Silencer / Suppressor - Flat Dark Earth
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Overview
The SureFire SOCOM556-RC2 is a hard-use 5.56 suppressor with long-running military adoption and a mature Fast-Attach mounting ecosystem. Built from high-temperature alloy and stainless steel, the RC2 is designed for heavy firing schedules while keeping the package to 6.4 inches and 17 ounces.
The RC2 improved on the original SOCOM design with reduced back pressure and lower cyclic rates, addressing concerns about gas blowback and accelerated wear on suppressed firearms. SureFire publishes host-dependent ear sound data around the mid-130 dB range and emphasizes reduced sound, flash, and dust signature.
SureFire's Fast-Attach system allows rapid mounting and removal with compatible WARCOMPs, flash hiders, and muzzle brakes. All RC2 suppressors are individually test-fired to verify accuracy and point-of-impact consistency.
Key Features
- SOCOM-adopted for military special operations use
- Full-auto rated with 10-inch minimum 5.56 barrel length
- Strong first-round flash suppression
- Minimal dust signature for tactical applications
- Sub-MOA accuracy verification from factory
- Reduced back pressure vs original RC design
- High-temp Cerakote finish in Black or FDE
Pros
- +Proven military pedigree with SOCOM adoption
- +Exceptional durability with Inconel/stainless construction
- +Strong flash suppression
- +Consistent sub-MOA accuracy with minimal POI shift
- +Fast-Attach QD system is reliable and secure
- +Reduced back pressure compared to original design
Cons
- −Premium price point
- −Still produces noticeable back pressure compared to flow-through designs
- −Dedicated 5.56 only (not multi-caliber)
- −Proprietary SureFire mount system limits compatibility
- −Reports of carbon lock requiring maintenance
- −17 oz weight adds noticeable mass to front of rifle
Detailed Specifications
- Length
- 6.4 inches
- diameter
- 1.5 inches
- weight
- 17 oz
- Material
- Inconel 718 and stainless steel, CNC laser-welded
- Mount Type
- SureFire Fast-Attach (WARCOMP, SF3P, SF muzzle brake)
- minimumBarrelLength
- 10 inches (5.56 NATO)
- ratedCalibers
- 5.56 NATO / .223 REM
- soundReduction
- Published ear data varies by host, roughly 134.7-137.74 dB
- addedLength
- 3.8 inches
- fullAutoRated
- Yes
- warranty
- Lifetime warranty
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