Some people, say .50 caliber can not be, or is impossible to suppress. That's not quite correct, and we invite you to check out our SA Precision .50 BMG suppresor. Originally the Ops Inc 3rd model MBS suppressor in .50 caliber, later built by Allen Engineering and purchased by SA Precision in 2022. We were going to call it the model 5150 because it's just crazy. But, the suppressor was designed from the OPS/Allen Engineering line of suppressors, so we've decided to call it the AEM-50. Very similar to the ever popular AEM-5 but 10x bigger in .50 caliber.
You may be familiar with the 2012 You Tube video from Houston Armory, of a suppressor affixed on a M2 Browning machine gun. This suppressor was built with the intent of going on a single shot rifle. The guys at Houston Armory, had another idea. The suppressor was subjected to several 200 round continuos belts. When Allen was made aware of the You Tube video, he called Houston Armory and requested they send the suppressor back so he could inspect it. The tube was cut open and inspected, zero damage was found at all, other than a very slight color change from the heat. That, is pretty impressive.
Whats more impressive, was the sound signature. If you pay close attention to the video, you can see several people with absolutely no hearing protection (we never recommended with ANY suppressor). Again, pretty CRAZY!
This is also the correct suppressor for the EDM Arms 'Windrunner' rifles. There are a couple of different barrel profiles of the Windrunner. These models are designated the BR-5150 in respect of the late Bill Ritchie of EDM Arms, who I enjoyed talking with for years at the gun shows in Reno, Nevada. We continue dealing with Bill's son Keary, Vigilance Rifles.
With the SA Precision AEM50 series you can rest assured they are made with precision, and with a full auto rated .50 caliber suppressor rest assured it will handle years of abuse.
Our suppressor is a reflex design, which will require the barrel being profiled with a 20 degree locking taper, or a collar can me made similar to what Ops/Allen use..just a lot bigger! Being a reflex design gives a firmer more steady mounting solution. While not the lightest design, the additional weight helps reduce felt recoil, which long range shooters appreciate. The suppressor helps mitigate muzzle flash and dust blown from the muzzle.
Knurled to resemble a large version of the AEM-5.
In the future expect a titanium model to be introduced. As of Dec, 2023 we have made quite a bit of progress and will likley release in the spring.
Specs for the 304 stainless AEM50
Diameter-2.5"
OAL-21"
Weight 104oz
6" over the barrel
Price $2000
Specs for the titanium AEM50
Diameter-2.5"
OAL-21"
Weight 60oz
Price $TBD
Here are some older videos of the suppressors in action done by the former Houston Armory...
Single shot
Full auto belt fed M2