SureFire SFCT: Easy-to-Install Flash Hider + Suppressor Mounting Platform

Stay Concealed, Stay on Target: Drastically reduces muzzle flash to help preserve your night vision and conceal your position.
Suppressor-Ready: Serves as a reliable and precise mounting platform for SureFire SOCOM Fast-Attach suppressors.
Built-to-Last: Constructed from heat-treated stainless steel with a tough DLC coating to withstand extreme use.
No "Tuning Fork" Ping: The closed-tine design eliminates the high-pitched ringing sound common with open-tine flash hiders.
Proudly American Made: Designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

SureFire SFCT-556-1/2-28 Review

What are some common accessories to add to the SureFire SFCT FH556?

SureFire SOCOM Suppressor: The primary accessory, this flash hider is engineered to be a precision mount for a compatible SureFire SOCOM Fast-Attach suppressor.
SureFire Warden Blast Regulator: This device redirects the concussive blast forward, reducing the side-blast and noise felt by other shooters on the line. It attaches directly to the flash hider.
Rocksett High-Temperature Ceramic Adhesive: For permanent installation, this solvent can be used to secure the muzzle device.
SureFire Shim Kit: A kit of shims is included, but having additional shims can be useful for perfect timing and alignment.

SFCT 556 Features and Specs

The SFCT-556-1/2-28 combines excellent flash suppression with the precision of a suppressor mount. Its design is based on the traditional "birdcage" flash hider but with SureFire's advanced manufacturing and material science, ensuring maximum durability and a rock-solid mounting platform for SOCOM suppressors. The closed-tine design prevents snagging and eliminates the "tuning fork" sound of other designs.

Key Features

Advanced Flash Mitigation: The closed-tine design significantly reduces muzzle flash, helping to preserve the shooter's night vision and hide their position.
Eliminates "Ping" Noise: Unlike open-tine flash hiders, the closed design removes the characteristic ringing sound that can be distracting to shooters.
Suppressor Ready: It provides a reliable and precise mounting surface for SureFire SOCOM Fast-Attach suppressors, ensuring proper alignment.
Durability and Longevity: Constructed from heat-treated stainless steel and coated with DLC, it resists gas and particle erosion for a long service life.
Easy Installation: Wrench flats are machined into the design for simple and secure installation.

Technical Specifications

Caliber: 5.56mm / .223 Remington
Length: 2.33 inches
Weight: 2.6 ounces
Thread Pitch: 1/2"-28 tpi
Material: Heat-treated stainless steel
Coating: DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon)

What's in the box of the SOCOM Closed-Tine Flash Hider?

(1) SureFire SFCT-556 Closed-Tine Flash Hider
(1) Shim Kit
(1) User Manual

SureFire SOCOM Closed-Tine Flash Hider FAQs

Does this flash hider work with all SureFire suppressors?

NO, the SFCT-556 is designed for use with all SureFire SOCOM Fast-Attach suppressors and is not compatible with earlier models.

How do I install this flash hider on my rifle?

The product includes a shim kit and wrench flats for easy installation. Ensure the device is torqued correctly and the suppressor is aligned before use. A gunsmith can also perform the installation for you.

What is the difference between this and an open-tine flash hider?

The closed-tine design provides similar flash suppression but prevents the tines from snagging on gear or vegetation and eliminates the high-pitched "ping" sound when fired.