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WHAT ARE THE LOUDEST GUNS?

The short answer is that all guns are loud. Anything starting from a .22 long rifle produces enough noise to cause permanent hearing damage. In this article, we are going to specifically look at some of the loudest guns and the noise levels they generate.
What is the average noise level of a gunshot? Shooting guns is an inherently dangerous activity. For this reason, we put safety protocols into place, like the Four Firearm Safety Rules. Another safety control measure is the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Firearms almost always exceed hearing-safe levels. Noise exposure as low as 85 dB can cause damage to human hearing. The average noise level of a gunshot is 140 dB to 160 dB. Even suppressed firearms can routinely reach 140 dB, though most attempt to keep noises below the 140 dB level. Let’s take a look at some specific firearms and talk about which ones produce the most noise in decibel levels. Which gun has the quietest sound? With the ever-increasing popularity of suppressors, some guns are…
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