Description
The 8.6 Blackout has a way of making standard muzzle hardware feel undersized, and Q knew it. The Rearend XL, part number RE-CBXL-M18X1, is the Cherry Bomb concept scaled up to match the big-bore attitude of the 8.6, machined with an M18x1 thread pitch for barrels cut to that spec. It runs the same Quickie Fast-Attach taper system that made the original Cherry Bomb a favorite, so your Q SHORT CHOP or PORQ CHOP suppressor snugs down onto the tapered front and returns to zero the same way every time.
Why the Rearend XL Beats Fighting Your Muzzle Device
Here is the difference between this and the standard Cherry Bomb XL: the Rearend version is made for barrels with a traditional 90-degree shoulder rather than Q's tapered barrel shoulder. It also picks up a set of 7/8 inch wrench flats, which means you can torque it down with a proper wrench instead of relying only on the front socket pocket. Anyone who has wrestled a slick muzzle device on a fresh barrel will appreciate that touch. There is no timing and no shim kit to fuss with either, since the design does not care where the ports end up, so installation is about as painless as it gets. A quality 3/8 inch drive socket in the front pocket is the recommended tool if you go that route, and a dab of Rocksett is smart insurance for hard use.
Pairing the Cherry Bomb XL Rearend with Q Silencers
If you are building an 8.6 Blackout bolt gun or AR-10 pattern rifle and plan to run a Q can, this is the mount that ties the whole system together. Standalone, it works as a functional brake that takes some sting out of the 8.6's recoil. With a SHORT CHOP or PORQ CHOP up front, it becomes a quick-detach interface that lets you move one suppressor between hosts in seconds. Verify your barrel is threaded M18x1 with a square shoulder and you are set.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Q LLC
- Manufacturer Part Number: RE-CBXL-M18X1
- UPC: 810152961469
- Model: Rearend XL (Cherry Bomb XL)
- Type: Fast-attach muzzle brake / suppressor mount
- Thread Pitch: M18x1
- Bore / Caliber: 8.6 Blackout (.338)
- Barrel Shoulder: 90-degree (square) shoulder
- Wrench Flats: 7/8 inch
- Mounting System: Q Quickie Fast-Attach taper mount
- Suppressor Compatibility: Q SHORT CHOP and PORQ CHOP
- Timing Required: No shims or timing needed
What’s Included
- Q Rearend XL muzzle brake, M18x1 (Rocksett not included)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Cherry Bomb XL and the Rearend XL?
They share the same taper mount and port design, but the Rearend XL is built for barrels with a standard 90-degree shoulder rather than Q's tapered barrel shoulder. It also adds 7/8 inch wrench flats so you can install and remove it with a regular wrench. If your 8.6 BLK barrel has a square shoulder behind the threads, the Rearend XL is the right pick.
Which suppressors work with the Q Rearend XL M18x1?
It is designed to pair with Q's 8.6 Blackout silencers, the SHORT CHOP and the PORQ CHOP, using the Quickie Fast-Attach taper system. The can threads over the brake and seats on the taper for a repeatable lockup. It is not a mount for suppressors built around other companies' mounting systems.
Does the Rearend XL need to be timed or shimmed?
No. The ported design works in any orientation, so there is no timing to worry about and no shim kit required. Just thread it on, seat it against your barrel shoulder, and torque it down using the wrench flats or a snug 3/8 inch drive socket in the front pocket. Many folks add a little Rocksett for extra security under heavy use.
Will this fit my 8.6 Blackout barrel?
This version is cut for M18x1 muzzle threads, which is a common spec on 8.6 BLK barrels, but not the only one. Q also makes the Rearend XL in M18x1.5, 5/8×24, and 3/4×24, so double check your barrel's thread pitch before ordering. You will also want a 90-degree shoulder behind the threads for proper seating.





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