Kel-Tec KSG with a Silencerco Salvo 12 Suppressor

Published on February 26, 2015
Duration: 11:15

This review details the Kel-Tec KSG bullpup shotgun paired with a Silencerco Salvo 12 suppressor. It highlights the KSG's capacity increase to 22 rounds using Aguila 12ga mini shells and addresses mounting requirements for the Salvo 12. Testing reveals a slight downward point of impact shift with the suppressor attached.

Quick Summary

The Silencerco Salvo 12 suppressor makes shooting a 12 gauge shotgun hearing-safe at the shooter's position. Using Aguila 12ga mini shells increases the Kel-Tec KSG capacity to 22 rounds. Mounting requires specific Mossberg adapters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Kel-Tec KSG Overview & Ergonomics
  2. 01:28Silencerco Salvo 12 Suppressor Introduction
  3. 02:29Aguila Mini Shells & Increased Capacity
  4. 05:36Technical Mounting Requirements for Salvo 12
  5. 07:45Point of Impact Testing (Suppressed vs. Unsuppressed)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Silencerco Salvo 12 affect the sound of a Kel-Tec KSG shotgun?

The Silencerco Salvo 12 suppressor makes shooting a 12 gauge shotgun hearing-safe at the shooter's position, even with standard birdshot, eliminating the need for hearing protection during use.

Can the capacity of a Kel-Tec KSG shotgun be increased?

Yes, by using Aguila 12ga mini shells, the Kel-Tec KSG's capacity can be increased from its standard 14 rounds to 22 rounds (11 rounds per tube), while still maintaining a lethal powder charge.

What adapters are needed to mount a Silencerco Salvo 12 suppressor on a Kel-Tec KSG?

To mount the Salvo 12 on a KSG, you need two adapters: a Kel-Tec Mossberg thread adapter for the barrel and a Mossberg-specific adapter from Silencerco for the suppressor itself.

Does adding a suppressor to a Kel-Tec KSG affect its point of impact?

Yes, point of impact testing indicated a slight downward shift when the Silencerco Salvo 12 suppressor was attached to the Kel-Tec KSG compared to unsuppressed firing at 35 feet.

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