Daniel Defense DDM4 V7
Premium duty carbine · Competition rifle · Long-term ownership
| Manufacturer | Daniel Defense |
|---|---|
| Category | Rifles |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO / .223 Remington |
| Action | Semi-automatic (direct impingement) |
| Barrel length | 16.0 in |
| Capacity | 30+1 |
| Weight | 6.2 lb |
| Introduced | 2015 |
About the Daniel Defense DDM4 V7
The Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 sets itself apart with a cold-hammer-forged chrome-lined barrel, a mid-length gas system that softens the recoil impulse, and company-built furniture with an ambidextrous safety. Daniel Defense machines its own receivers rather than assembling from sourced parts, which shows up in the tighter fit between upper and lower. The 16-inch barrel uses a 1:7 twist to stabilize heavier 77-grain match loads, and the M-LOK rail runs the full length of the handguard. It costs more than entry-level ARs and is commonly chosen as a one-rifle solution for duty or competition.
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