SK Group segment Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) has introduced a new line of 3D-printed suppressors for 5.56- and 7.62-caliber rifles and machine guns, alongside a rifle-mounted power module designed to keep optics and accessories running longer during extended missions.
The suppressors, already fielded to customers, are built using Direct Metal Laser Sintering, a 3D-printing method that allows more precise internal airflow control.
The Kiryat Gat-based company said the design cuts back pressure during rapid fire and improves sound reduction without affecting accuracy.
Made from Inconel, a heat-resistant metal used in aerospace applications, the suppressors can endure temperatures over 982 degrees Celsius (1,800 Fahrenheit) and thousands of rounds of use.
They attach to IWI weapons through the company’s Quick Detach Flash Hider and UZILock system for fast swaps between platforms.
“Our new line of suppressors reflects IWI’s broader commitment to enhancing battlefield survivability and operational performance through innovation,” Israel Defense quoted SK Group Vice Chairman Ronen Hamudot as saying.
“By leveraging cutting-edge manufacturing and materials science, we are equipping forces with scalable solutions that meet today’s operational demands.”
Maintaining Tactical Power
Alongside the suppressor announcement, IWI unveiled BOOST, a compact power kit that fits into the buttstock of AR-15 and M4-type rifles.
The module replaces disposable batteries by routing steady power to optics, lasers, and night-vision devices.
It weighs just under 340 grams (13 ounces) and includes a rechargeable battery backed by an internal reserve to keep devices running even if the main cell drains.
IWI noted that BOOST can extend runtime three to five times and withstand harsh field conditions through rugged construction, military-grade connectors, and built-in thermal management.
“For today’s soldiers, every gram matters, every second counts and every watt of power can make the difference between mission success and failure,” EDR Magazine quoted Hamudot as saying.
“BOOST is a tactical leap forward, delivering energy autonomy, reducing logistics and keeping soldiers focused on the mission rather than power management.”
