CAT BEN

CAT BEN SUPPRESSOR - 3.9 OZ TITANIUM .22 LR RIMFIRE SILENCER, .22 LR TO 5.7X28

The CAT BEN (CAT/BEN, or colloquially known as the CAT Benowitz) is a compact titanium .22 LR rimfire suppressor from Combat Application Technologies, optimized for .22 LR pistols and rifles and rated up to 5.7x28mm. Additively manufactured as a one-piece suppressor, the BEN measures 4.30" long and 1.28" in diameter, weighs 3.9 oz, and threads directly onto 1/2x28 barrels. It uses CAT's DiVerge technology, is optimized for a velocity window of 750 to 1,200 ft/s, and wears a DLC finish.

CAT built the BEN for bolt action and semi-auto firearms, with no barrel length restrictions on .22 LR as long as your projectile is properly stabilized. That makes it a natural fit for everything from a short-barreled .22 pistol to a full-length rimfire rifle. In PEW Science testing on a Beretta 21A subcompact pistol with a 2.4" barrel, the BEN earned a composite Suppression Rating of 79.6.

The BEN can also run 5.7x28mm, though CAT notes that cartridge is not what the can is optimized for and recommends keeping rates of fire low. If you're comparing CAT's rimfire options, take a look at the CAT SR A2, or browse our full lineup of CAT suppressors.

CAPITOL ARMORY'S OPINION

The BEN is all about packing serious rimfire suppression into a really small package. At 4.30" long and 3.9 oz, it won't add much bulk to a .22 pistol, and it's just as at home on a bolt action or semi-auto rifle at the range or out in the field. Since CAT doesn't put any barrel length restrictions on it for .22 LR, you don't have to think twice about which host it goes on.

The one-piece titanium build keeps it light and simple, and the trade-off is that you won't be taking it apart to clean it. Plan on soaking it every 2,000 to 4,000 rounds to keep lead buildup in check. You'll also notice some white sparking early on, which is normal for titanium and tapers off with use.

Being able to run 5.7x28 is a nice bonus, but we'd treat it as just that. The BEN is a .22 LR can first, so if 5.7 is going to be your main cartridge, keep your strings slow and let it cool between them.

FEATURES

• Length: 4.30"
• Weight: 3.9 oz
• Mount: 1/2x28 direct thread
• Caliber rating: .22 caliber, optimized for .22 LR, rated up to 5.7x28mm
• Color: Black
• Diameter: 1.28"
• Material: Titanium
• Finish: DLC
• CAT DiVerge technology
• Optimized velocity: 750 to 1,200 ft/s
• One-piece, sealed design built with additive manufacturing
• No barrel length restrictions on .22 LR, as long as the projectile is properly stabilized
• 5.7x28mm is supported but not optimized. CAT expressly discourages full auto or high rates of fire (more than 20 rounds per minute) with 5.7x28
• Internal shouldering surface handles barrel threads longer than about 0.63" by seating against the muzzle face. A properly machined 1/2x28 thread spacer closes the visible gap if preferred
• CAT recommends cleaning with CAT 206 cleaner every 2,000 to 4,000 rounds, or any cleaning method that is safe for titanium

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• CAT BEN suppressor
• Giveaway Tee (Large only)
• Sticker Pack

COMPATIBILITY

• Thread Adapters: Walther P22 / S&W M&P22 Adapter, S&W M&P 22 Compact Adapter, Sig Mosquito Thread Adapter, Sig Sauer / GSG 1911 .22 LR Adapter, SilencerCo FN 5.7 Adapter, CMMG FNH PS90 Thread Adapter
• Thread Spacer: Rifle Thread Spacer

MEDIA

• BEN Manual

SOUND PERFORMANCE

• .22 LR: Composite Suppression Rating of 79.6. Beretta 21A subcompact pistol with a 2.4" barrel, CCI Standard Velocity 40gr (PEW Science)