Silencer Saturday #379: The Ultra Lightweight TiOn Dragoon 7.62 QD

Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM R45 Multi-Host Suppressor. Victra-12 shotgun suppressor. This week we’re looking at TiOn Inc’s dedicated 30 caliber suppressor aimed at the best noise reduction possible while keeping things night and light. I’m of course talking about the Dragoon 7.62 QD. While the Dragoon 7.62 QD has been around for quite a while, I’ve been recently putting it through its paces on both my 5.56 SBR as well as a new 300 BLK build meant for competition. Today, we’ll look at what the Dragoon 7.62 QD offers and why it has quickly become one of my favorite double-duty suppressors in the range.

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Silencer Saturday #379: The Ultra Lightweight TiOn Inc. Dragoon 7.62 QD

TiOn Inc. is based in Glen Rock, PA, and was formerly attached to Freedom Armory. Keen-eyed readers who followed TFB closely will no doubt have seen my abused Freedom Armory Dagoon 450B. Since TiOn split from Freedom Armory and started focusing solely on suppressors, they have built a reputation for crafting lightweight, durable, and user-serviceable suppressors machined from solid titanium bar stock. The Dragoon 7.62 QD is designed to handle a wide range of calibers from .22LR up to .300 Weatherby Magnum, with the 7.62 CQB model rated for .22LR to .308/7.62 NATO and the newer Dragoon Mini lineup being great for even lighter weight builds with good sound suppression.

The Dragoon 7.62 QD measures 8.75 inches in length, with a diameter of 1.375 inches, and weighs just 11.46 ounces. Its compact size and featherweight construction owe much to TiOn’s use of 6AL-4V annealed titanium, paired with a brass compression bushing and stainless steel QD spring. The suppressor is available in Black, FDE, or Clear Gunmetal Cerakote finishes, with Black Cerakote as the default. Its robust titanium flash hider/QD mount allows for one-handed installation or removal in just two seconds, a feature that’s particularly handy during dynamic shooting scenarios or competitions.

What sets the Dragoon and virtually all of TiOn’s suppressor lineup apart is their Total Breakdown Technology (TBT). Unlike many suppressors that are welded and non-serviceable, the Dragoon 7.62 QD can be fully disassembled for cleaning and maintenance using standard tools. This eliminates concerns about carbon buildup or baffle erosion, ensuring long-term performance and reliability. Additionally, TiOn’s Gas Indexing Technology (GIT) optimizes baffle orientation for superior sound reduction across various calibers, making it a top performer in noise suppression. The system also means you can’t put the suppressor together incorrectly, as each baffle has indexing marks for perfect alignment every time.

Performance on 5.56 SBR

I first mounted the Dragoon 7.62 QD on my 5.56 Short Barrel Rifle (SBR) with a 10.5-inch barrel. The 5.56 NATO round is notoriously loud, especially from shorter barrels, and suppressors often struggle to tame the sharp crack of supersonic rounds. The Dragoon, however, impressed me with its sound reduction capabilities. While not completely hearing-safe without ear protection (a common trait for 5.56 suppressors), it significantly reduced the muzzle report to a level that was noticeably quieter at the shooter’s ear. TiOn notes that the Dragoon is hearing-safe for 5.56 on bolt-action rifles and safe to shoot rapid fire, but on semi-autos like my SBR, it’s rated for limited full-auto use, which speaks to its durability under high-pressure conditions.

The lightweight titanium construction made a huge difference in handling. My SBR remained well-balanced, with no noticeable front-heavy feel, even after extended-range sessions. This is somewhat confusing upon first mounting the suppressor, as its overall length is so long that you’d expect your system to be completely unbalanced because of it. Contrary to that, the suppressor is so light you almost don’t notice that it's there unless you’re looking at it. The QD mount locked up rock-solid, with no wobble or looseness, and transitioning the suppressor between firearms was a breeze. I also appreciated the minimal point-of-impact shift when attaching or removing the suppressor, a testament to TiOn’s precision machining and it's likely also to do with how light their suppressors are.

Testing on 300 BLK Competition Build

Next, I tested the Dragoon 7.62 QD on my new 300 Blackout build, designed specifically for the Forgotten Weapons Moons Out night vision competition. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to attend this year, but the 300 BLK cartridge is a suppressor-friendly caliber, especially with subsonic ammunition, and the Dragoon excelled here during testing. Using both subsonic and supersonic ammo, the suppressor delivered a near-Hollywood-quiet performance with the subs, reducing the sound to a soft thud rather than a distinctive crack. Even with supersonic 125-grain loads, the noise reduction was exceptional, making it one of the quietest setups I’ve shot in this caliber.

The Dragoon’s Gas Indexing Technology shone through with the 300 BLK, providing consistent sound suppression across both subsonic and supersonic loads. This versatility is a game-changer for competition shooters who may switch ammunition types depending on stage requirements. The suppressor’s compact diameter also allowed it to slide under the handguard of my 8-inch barrel setup, keeping the overall profile sleek and maneuverable.

The TiOn line of suppressors has yet to invest in technologies that reduce gas blowback, so the 7.62 QD does spit a fair amount of gas in your face. For those who run and gun, this might not be as big of an issue, but if you’re sitting at a bench and trying to put together groups, you might get gassed out unless you take some time to properly optimize your rifle for use with this specific suppressor.

Durability and Maintenance

One of the Dragoon’s biggest selling points is its serviceability. After several hundred rounds, I disassembled the suppressor to inspect the baffles and clean out carbon buildup. The process was straightforward, requiring only a few basic tools, and took less than 10 minutes. The titanium components showed no signs of wear, and the baffles were free of significant erosion even with a healthy amount of 5.56 mag dumps to test out the suppressor's tolerance for abuse. This ease of maintenance is a huge advantage for shooters who put their suppressors through heavy use, as it extends the lifespan of the can and maintains consistent performance.

TiOn’s decision to machine the Dragoon (and all of their suppressors) from solid titanium bar stock eliminates welds and potential failure points, making it one of the most durable Titanium suppressors I’ve tested. While titanium is more expensive and challenging to work with than stainless steel or aluminum, the strength-to-weight ratio is unmatched, and Dragoon’s 11.46-ounce weight is a testament to that. The suppressor’s ability to handle full-auto .22LR and FN 5.7, as well as limited full-auto 5.56 and .308, further proves its durability - and I’ve been present for some of TiOn’s more destructive testing phases.

Conclusion

While the Dragoon 7.62 QD isn’t the cheapest suppressor on the market (retailing around $1,430), its combination of performance, durability, and ease of maintenance, I think, justifies the price for serious shooters looking for a lightweight, quick-detach suppressor they can use on multiple guns. Muzzle devices are sleek, affordable, and consistently produced, and most importantly, they’re always in stock.

TiOn Inc’s Dragoon 7.62 QD is a masterclass in suppressor design, blending lightweight titanium construction, user-serviceable technology, and top-tier sound reduction. While I do wish that TiOn would start diving into the reduced backpressure suppressor market, if you’re looking for something a bit simpler and more traditional that still has a modern edge to it, the Dragoon line is perfect for the discerning shooter, no matter what caliber you shoot. If you’re in the market for a do-it-all can, the Dragoon 7.62 QD deserves a serious look. Thanks for joining us for another Silencer Saturday, and we’ll see you next week for more suppressor reviews and insights from the TFB crew.