Angstadt Vanquish: An Inexpensive Integrally-Silenced 9mm AR Barrel

Published on December 24, 2023
Duration: 13:43

The Angstadt Vanquish offers an inexpensive, integrally silenced 9mm AR barrel assembly. Its baffle-less design uses gas ports to bleed pressure into a surrounding tube, reducing noise and recoil. Testing showed it's most effective with dedicated subsonic ammunition, achieving hearing-safe levels around 900 fps.

Quick Summary

The Angstadt Vanquish is an integrally silenced 9mm AR barrel assembly featuring a baffle-less design. It uses gas ports to bleed pressure into a surrounding tube, reducing noise and recoil. For optimal performance, dedicated subsonic ammunition is recommended, achieving hearing-safe velocities around 900 fps.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Angstadt Vanquish
  2. 00:37Mechanical Design: Baffle-less System
  3. 02:05Advantages & Pricing
  4. 05:27Range Test: 115gr Fiocchi Ball
  5. 08:36Range Test: 115gr Winchester (+P)
  6. 09:35Range Test: 150gr S&B Subsonic
  7. 11:12M-LOK Compatibility & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Angstadt Vanquish?

The Angstadt Vanquish is an integrally silenced barrel assembly for 9mm AR-style firearms. It's available in 16-inch or 10.5-inch configurations and offers a unique baffle-less design for noise reduction.

How does the Angstadt Vanquish's baffle-less design work?

It uses gas ports in the barrel to bleed pressure into a surrounding suppressor tube. This design contains gas until the bullet exits the muzzle, reducing pressure and temperature through volume expansion without traditional baffles.

What are the benefits of the Angstadt Vanquish barrel assembly?

Key benefits include requiring only a single tax stamp for the 16-inch version, eliminating baffle strikes, simplifying cleaning, and offering a competitive price point around $650 for the assembly.

What ammunition is best for the Angstadt Vanquish?

Dedicated subsonic ammunition, like the 150gr Sellier & Bellot tested, provides the best results, averaging around 900 fps and ensuring hearing-safe operation without a supersonic crack.

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