Daniel Defense DDM4 V7
Premium 16" carbine with CHF barrel and excellent QC
- Price
- $2,290
- Weight
- 6 lb 3.2 oz
- Calibers
- 5.56mm NATO
- Rail
- mlok
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Key Highlights
- •No-compromise reliability
- •Sub-MOA accuracy guarantee
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Daniel Defense 02081047 DDM4 V7 Semi-Auto .223/5.56 NATO 16\" 30+1 6-Position Stock Black Hard Coat Anodized/Phosphate
Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 M-LOK 16"5.56mm NATO Rifle, Black 02-128-02081-047
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Overview
The Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 is a premium AR-15 built around a cold hammer forged 16-inch barrel with mid-length gas system for smooth cycling and reduced recoil. Featuring M-LOK attachment technology and the MFR 15.0 rail, it delivers exceptional reliability and accuracy right out of the box.
Key Features
- Cold hammer forged 16" barrel with chrome lining
- Free-floating MFR 15.0 M-LOK handguard
- Mid-length gas system for reliability
- Ambidextrous GRIP-N-RIP charging handle
- Enhanced flared magazine well
- Daniel Defense flash suppressor
Capability Profile
0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes
Pros
- +Exceptional reliability with zero malfunctions in testing
- +Sub-MOA accuracy with match ammunition
- +Premium components and finish quality
- +Mid-length gas system reduces recoil and wear
- +Includes quality furniture and controls out of the box
Cons
- −Premium price point above most rack-grade AR-15s
- −Some users prefer aftermarket triggers over factory mil-spec
- −Daniel Defense grip and stock are polarizing for some shooters
Detailed Specifications
- sku
- 02-128-02081-047-c
- caliber
- 5.56mm NATO
- Barrel Length
- 16"
- Overall Length
- 32.25" - 35.875" with muzzle device
- weight
- 6.2 lbs
- Gas System
- Mid-length
- railSystem
- M-LOK (MFR 15.0)
- Trigger
- Mil-spec
- Twist Rate
- 1:7 right-hand
- threadPitch
- 1/2x28
- barrelProfile
- Government
- magazine
- Daniel Defense magazine
- case
- Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case
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