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Excellent
Diamondback Firearms scores as a value build with fair 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.
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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
Diamondback DB15 Carbon 300 AAC Blackout 16in Black Hardcoat Anodize Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds - The Carbon Series DB15 is Diamondback's entry level line, offering an outstanding value in an AR-15. The Carbon Series provides all of the reliability and basic features that you need from a rifle and nothing that you don't. Outfitted with Magpul furniture, a DB Carbon lower, and an M-LOK compatible free float handguard, the Carbon Series DB15 is ready for anything at a price you can afford. Threaded Barrel: 5/8 x 24; A2 Flash Hider; Magpul MOE Grip and Stock;
Features
Free Float|M Lok
Full Specifications
Overview
| Brand | Diamondback Firearms |
| Model | DB1718B002 |
| SKU | 1959087 |
| Rifle Type | semi auto |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Caliber | 300 Blackout |
| UPC | 0810035756434 |
Barrel
| Barrel Length | 5" |
| Thread Pitch | 5/8x24 |
Receiver
| Forward Assist | No |
| Dust Cover | No |
Handguard
| Handguard Type | m-lok |
| Free Float | Yes |
Furniture
| Stock Type | collapsible |
| Stock Model | Magpul Moe |
| Grip Type | magpul-moe |
| Grip Model | Magpul MOE |
Muzzle
| Muzzle Device | flash-hider |
| Muzzle Device Model | A2 Flash Hider |
| Suppressor Ready | No |
Sights & Optics
| Optic Ready | No |
Finish
| Finish | black |
Compliance
| CA Compliant | No |
| Classification | Short Barrel: Verify Classification |
| NFA Item | Verify with retailer |
What's Included (Complete Rifle)
This is a complete, ready-to-shoot firearm.
Upper Receiver
Lower Receiver
Barrel
5"
Bolt Carrier Group
Handguard
m-lok, Free Float
Stock / BraceVerify with retailer
Grip
Magpul MOE
Trigger
Muzzle Device
A2 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.
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