Maxim Defense DS Series
The Maxim Defense DS Series is the full-size duty suppressor for firearms with barrel lengths of 10.3" or longer. Closely related to the DSX, the DS uses the same M-Kore™ MonoKore™ technology but is built with Grade 9 titanium (versus the DSX's Grade 5) and omits the secondary tube retention ring — delivering the same extreme toughness and quiet performance at a lower price point. Available in full-size (DS) and compact (DS-K) lengths, each with Direct Thread (DT), HUB-mount (HD), and HUB Quick-Detach (HQD) options. Full-auto rated. SOCOM-tested. Integrated carbon cutters. Available in Black, Grey, and FDE.
DS Variants
Model | Size | Mount | Length | Weight |
DS-D | Full | Direct Thread | 7.9" | 21 oz |
DS-HD | Full | HUB-compatible | 7.9" | 21 oz |
DS-HQD | Full | HUB QD | 7.9" | 21 oz |
DS-K HQD | Compact | HUB QD | 6" | 18 oz |
Shared Specifications
Caliber Rating | 5.56 NATO / 7.62 NATO / 6.5 Creedmoor (and sub-calibers) |
Diameter | 1.75" |
Construction | 17-4 SS MonoKore™ core / Grade 9 Titanium tube and mount |
Finish | DLC / Type-III Hard Coat Anodize — Black, Grey, or FDE |
Minimum Barrel Length | 10.3" |
Full Auto Rated | Yes (all calibers) |
Key Features
Designed for 10.3"+ barrels — the DS is Q's recommendation for any rifle-length or CQB platform not running sub-10.3" barrels
Same M-Kore™ MonoKore™ technology as the DSX — reduces gas blowback and cyclic rate increase vs. traditional designs
Grade 9 titanium construction — excellent strength-to-weight ratio at a lower cost than Grade 5
Available in four configurations: DS-D (DT), DS-HD (HUB), DS-HQD (HUB QD), DS-K HQD (compact QD)
DSX vs. DS: DSX for sub-10.3" barrels (Grade 5 Ti, secondary retention ring); DS for 10.3"+ (Grade 9 Ti, simpler design)
Integrated carbon cutters for easy maintenance; fully user-serviceable with common tools
Full-auto rated; SOCOM-tested; UTM-safe