I just ordered a Noveski KX3 Flash Suppressor and I was wondering if anyone has installed one these on their AR or had an expierience with these? I think it looks really nice, and would be a good addition to my M4. I’m sure some of you have some opinions on this, so hit me with them. Thanks y’all!
Did you just order it because it “looks nice”? Why do you think it would be a “good addition” to your “M4”?
Todd from Noveske can correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe that muzzle device was developed to help increase the reliability of SBR ARs that might be marginal performers without it. If you don’t have an SBR or if you have a properly set up SBR, there is zero need for the flaming pig.
Well, I’m definetly not claiming it’s “NEEDED”, but I think if it came down to “NEED” we wouldn’t have many threads about upgrading our weapons. I looked around at quite a few different ones and it’s the one that I liked. I went to my gunsmith, and he agreed it was nice and wouldn’t give me any issues. You don’t seem to have any opinion on the product, but thanks.
It won’t give you any issues at all and they do look cool. It is very long and heavy though and will add more than 3" to the length of your rifle with all the weight at the end.
I briefly considered one for my 10.5", but it would have brought the overall length to about 14" and added weight to an already heavy rifle (LMT MRP).
The point that he is trying to make is that they are designed for a specific purpose- primarily to help SBR’s.
You would be much better served by getting a Battle Comp which will allow you to make much faster follow up shots as well as reduce muzzle flash. It is probably one of the best products to some along for the AR in a while.
Nice! Thanks, I appreciate it.
Read my last sentence again for my opinion. If you don’t have an SBR or if you DO have an SBR that is properly set up, then you just wasted your money. The KX3 is a bandaid to fix problems. Would you go around with a bandaid on your face just because you thought it looked cool?
Here’s how I like to do decide on purchases:
- Search the forum for a topic I’m interested in. Read everything already written about it.
- If search turns up nothing, or if I still have unanswered questions, then start a thread asking for info.
- Evaluate everything I’ve read on the topic and THEN decide whether I want to spend my money on it.
I think the larger point here is that you seem to have indicated that you are making this purchase decision based upon aesthetics, rather than any upon real understanding of what the KX3 is designed to do, how it works, or why it does/does not make sense for your particular applications.
Given M4C’s more technical/operational focus, we’re just trying to help you refine some of this thinking, so you don’t end up spending a substantial sum on a component that looks nice, but might actually leave you with a rifle that is less well-suited to your purposes.
AC
Well, I appreciate all the info.
The KX3 is designed to improve functioning on short barreled rifles. You’ll notice that Noveske installs them on their 10.5" barreled rifles, for example. Unless you’re trying to improve functioning on a short rifle (which it doesn’t sound like you’re doing), there are shorter, lighter and cheaper alternatives than the KX3. In addition, if your goal is flash suppression, then designs such as the Vortex and AAC Blackout are far more effective at reducing flash. If your goal is recoil reduction, compensators like the Battlecomp that F2S mentioned are increasingly popular and far more effective in this role.
What are you trying to accomplish by adding the KX3?
If you purchased the KX3 because you liked the aesthetics, then enjoy.
My original goal was flash suppresion, but because of all the responses I’m looking at all the different options that were mentioned. I heard that muzzle breaks really make the rifle quite a bit louder, is this true? What makes the battlecomp get such good comments?
The KX3 does direct the blast down range, away from the shooter.
If you haven’t actually placed the order yet, I have an as new Noveske KX3 I will sell you for a fraction of the cost of a new one.
I had it on my SBR but had to remove it as I have a sound suppressor coming for it.
Cameron
The Battle Comp allows for faster follow up and continuous shooting due to it’s design. The flash reduction is also pretty good. I did a T&E of one several months back and was impressed. Especially when shooting it at night with NVG’s. There are a SHITLOAD of Battle Comp reviews and threads.
One need only take the time to read through them.
How would y’all compare the battlecomp to the noveske AAC 51T Blackout?
Not quite opposite ends of the spectrum, but close. The AAC is designed to eliminate flash to the maximum extent, but does little to tame recoil. The 51T is designed for use with AAC suppressors, but there is a non-mount version that is about half the price.
I have the non-mount version on my SBR, and I’m impressed with the flash reduction. My SBR was capable of fearsome flash with the standard A2 flashhider, but the AAC really cuts down on the flash.
The Battlecomp is designed to reduce muzzle rise, but doesn’t completely compromise flash suppression to do so, as many other muzzle brakes do. As such, it is a nice compromise between addressing flash suppression and recoil reduction.
You are right that muzzle brakes tend to increase the sound, but designs like the Battlecomp and KAC Triple Tap aren’t as punishing as others.
Ok cool
Apples and oranges comparison. One is a Muzzle Brake and the other is a flash suppressor.
If you are looking for flash suppression then go with vortex or blackout. If you need a rifle with better splits then go with battlecomp or PWS 556.
ETA: haha beat by 2 min…
Better splits? What’s that? I’m sorry, I’m new at this:)
Basically a comp will allow you to get back on target faster therefore decreasing the time between shots.
ETA: The battle comp allows me do a mag dump at 15 yard and keep it in the kill zone where as with the A2 I would hit the target in the neck and face a few times if I fired as fast as I could. 
well not that bad but the BC helps alot
Keep the weight of the KX3 in mind as well - it weighs just shy of a half pound.