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Daniel Defense Ddm4a1 14.5in 5.56x45mm Nato Matte Black 32+1rd - Ddm4a1 14.5" 5.56 Nato 32+1
5.56 NATO14.5" barrelSuppressor ReadyNFA Status: Verify with retailer
Short Barrel: Verify Classification
89/ 100

Outfitters Score™

Excellent

Daniel Defense scores as a top-tier build with premium pricing and most components included.

Our proprietary rating combines brand tier, price percentile within the caliber, feature completeness, barrel versatility, retailer availability, caliber practicality, and use-case fit.

Brand Quality25/25
Value8/20
Feature Completeness9/15
Barrel15/15
Availability10/10
Caliber10/10
Use Case Fit5/5
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Short Barrel: Verify Classification

This firearm has a barrel under 16 inches. It may be classified as an AR Pistol (with brace) or an SBR (with stock, NFA regulated). Check with the retailer to confirm classification before purchasing.

Description

The Daniel Defense M4A1 features the M4A1 RIS II, which has been in use by US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) for the SOPMOD II Weapons System since 2005. The M4A1 features a 14.5" Cold Hammer Forged M4 Profile barrel with a permanently attached Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor. This rifle also comes with the newly designed, rugged and comfortable Daniel Defense Buttstock and Pistol Grip. Mfg: Daniel Defense

Features

Cold Hammer Forged

Full Specifications

Overview

BrandDaniel Defense
Model02-088-06027-011
SKU100018598
Rifle Typesemi auto
PlatformAR15
Caliber5.56 NATO
Chamber5.56 NATO
UPC815604015547

Barrel

Barrel Length14.5"
Barrel Profilesocom

Receiver

Receiver Typeforged
Forward AssistNo
Dust CoverNo

Handguard

Free FloatNo

Muzzle

Muzzle Deviceflash-hider
Suppressor ReadyYes

Sights & Optics

Optic ReadyNo

Finish

Finishblack

Compliance

CA CompliantNo
ClassificationShort Barrel: Verify Classification
NFA ItemVerify with retailer

What's Included (Complete Rifle)

This is a complete, ready-to-shoot firearm.

Upper Receiver

Lower Receiver

forged

Barrel

14.5"

Bolt Carrier Group

Handguard

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Stock / BraceVerify with retailer

Grip

Trigger

Muzzle Device

flash-hider

Charging Handle

Gas Block

Gas Tube

Buffer Tube

Backup Iron Sights

Optic

Stock / Brace: Verify with retailer

We cannot confirm from available data whether this firearm includes a stock or brace. This distinction determines its legal classification.

Daniel DefenseTier 1: Premium

Vertically integrated AR-15 manufacturer supplying the US military and elite units. Known for cold hammer forged barrels and proprietary rail systems.

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Ddm4a1 14.5in 5.56x45mm Nato Matte Black 32+1rd - Ddm4a1 14.5" 5.56 Nato 32+1

02-088-06027-011

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