Daniel Defense
Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 Upper Receiver Group 16"
Standard 16" 5.56 NATO URG with MFR 15" M-LOK handguard and Government barrel profile.
Quick Specs
- Price
- $1,244
- Weight
- 4 lb
- Brand
- Daniel Defense
- Category
- upper
Features
- •5.56 NATO
- •16" CHF barrel
- •Mid-length gas
- •MFR 15" M-LOK
- •BCG & GRIP-N-RIP CH included
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Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 Upper Receiver, 5.56mm NATO, 16 inch Barrel, Government, Mid-length, 1-7 Twist, M-LOK Handguard, Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor, 23-128-02339-047
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Overview
The DDM4 V7 Upper Receiver Group is Daniel Defense's flagship 16" offering, combining their proven cold hammer forged barrel with the modern MFR M-LOK handguard system. This configuration represents the ideal balance of durability, accuracy, and modularity for general-purpose rifle applications.
The 16" Government profile barrel provides excellent thermal mass for sustained fire scenarios while maintaining accuracy. The mid-length gas system delivers smooth, reliable cycling with reduced component wear compared to carbine-length systems. The free-floating MFR 15" handguard offers M-LOK attachment points along seven positions with an uninterrupted Picatinny top rail for optics and backup sights.
Every DDM4 V7 ships complete with Daniel Defense's M16 profile bolt carrier group (MPI tested, chrome lined) and the GRIP-N-RIP ambidextrous charging handle. This upper represents the entry point into Daniel Defense quality at a competitive price point within their lineup.
Key Features
- Cold hammer forged 16" barrel, Government profile, chrome lined
- Mid-length gas system for smooth cycling and reduced wear
- MFR 15" M-LOK free-float handguard
- M16 profile BCG, MPI tested with properly staked gas key
- GRIP-N-RIP ambidextrous charging handle
- 7075-T6 aluminum upper receiver with M4 feed ramps
- Daniel Defense flash suppressor
Pros
- +Daniel Defense quality at competitive V7 pricing
- +Government profile barrel handles sustained fire well
- +Mid-length gas reduces bolt velocity and part wear
- +MFR M-LOK offers excellent modularity
- +Complete package with BCG and charging handle
- +NFA-exempt 16" barrel
Cons
- −Government profile heavier than lightweight options
- −Premium pricing vs. budget-tier competitors
- −15" handguard may limit some suppressor mounting
- −Standard flash suppressor not suppressor-compatible
Detailed Specifications
- caliber
- 5.56x45mm NATO
- barrelLength
- 16"
- barrelProfile
- Government
- barrelMaterial
- Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel, Cold Hammer Forged
- barrelFinish
- Chrome Lined
- twist
- 1:7
- gasSystem
- Mid-Length, Direct Impingement
- gasBlock
- Low Profile
- handguard
- MFR 15", M-LOK, Free-Float
- handguardMaterial
- 6061-T6 Aluminum
- upperReceiver
- 7075-T6 Aluminum, Type III Hard Coat Anodized
- bcg
- M16 Profile, MPI Tested, Chrome Lined
- chargingHandle
- GRIP-N-RIP, Ambidextrous
- muzzleDevice
- DD Flash Suppressor
- threadPitch
- 1/2x28
- weight
- 4 lbs
- madeIn
- USA
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