[SHOT 2026] New Diamondback Firearms Ventra Suppressor Lineup
Diamondback Firearms made their official entry into the suppressor market at SHOT Show 2026 with the Ventra line. They have launched three models covering popular calibers: a 5.56 NATO, a 30 caliber, and a rimfire option. After establishing themselves with revolvers at SHOT Show two years back, they're going all-in on cans with a full product lineup right out of the gate.
The Ventra suppressors are built from Inconel 718 for the blast baffles and 17-4 stainless steel construction. All three models feature Diamondback's Pressure Venting Technology (PVT), which is their take on reducing backpressure and keeping gas out of the shooter's face. The cans are full-auto rated and come in two Cerakote finishes: Armor Black and FDE. Select models offer HUB compatibility for mounting flexibility.
Here's what Diamondback is offering in the Ventra lineup:
- Ventra 5.56 NATO: $998 MSRP, optimized for shooter comfort and balance in modern carbines
- Ventra 30 Cal: $1,148 MSRP, rated for .300 Blackout through .308 Winchester
- Ventra 22 Cal: $575 MSRP, rimfire suppressor for .22 LR & 5.7x28 applications
The suppressors use an asymmetric baffle system tuned for sound reduction and flash suppression while managing backpressure. Diamondback is manufacturing these in their Cocoa, Florida facility with CNC machining and concentricity inspection on every unit. The direct-thread design allows for disassembly and cleaning, which matters more on the rimfire model than the centerfire cans.
What's notable is Diamondback's commitment to suppressors with three caliber options at launch instead of testing the waters with a single model. Most of us are aware of recent shifts in both NFA processes and industry willingness to make NFA items. The pricing puts them in a fairly competitive position with established manufacturers, particularly on the rimfire can at $575. The 5.56 and 30 caliber models fall into the middle tier of the market.
The Ventra 5.56 is currently listed as restocking soon on Diamondback's site, with the 30 caliber and 22 caliber models available for order. We didn't get specific sound reduction numbers or baffle counts at the booth, but Diamondback confirmed all three models went through full-auto testing during development. Having shot all three at range day, I can tell you that they do their job well (as much as can be gleaned from a pretty hectic environment), but the .22 can, in particular, stood out at taming 5.7x28 very well in comparison to others I have tested.
This is a serious commitment to the suppressor category from a company that's built its reputation on AR-15s and budget handguns. Are you ready to try a Diamondback suppressor, or are you sticking with the established names in the can game? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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I'm a little bit mad at all these "new" suppressor "manufacturers" that could have made suppressors at literally any time, but they only choose to do so now when they see more money to be made AND after other companies have already done most of the investment/R&D needed to figure out 3d printed and low backpressure.
At least 50% price decrease before I'll be interested, although by that time I may be dead.