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Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 CA Compliant AR-15 Rifle - .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, 16" Barrel, 02-128-02081-055$1,976.00
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Daniel Defense DDM4 M4A1 CA Compliant .223 Rem/5.56 AR-15 rifle is a purpose-built platform designed for shooters who demand reliability, ergonomics, and proven combat heritage. Built on the same RIS II rail system adopted by US Special Operations Command for the SOPMOD Block II program since 2005, this rifle brings military-grade capability to the civilian market. The 14.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel features a pinned and welded flash suppressor, meeting California compliance requirements while maintaining the short, handy profile that makes this platform effective for home defense, tactical training, and precision shooting.
Every component is manufactured to exacting standards. The receivers are CNC-machined from 7075-T6 aluminum with Type III hard coat anodizing, the barrel is chrome-lined and hammer-forged for durability, and the gas system runs a carbine-length direct impingement design proven reliable across countless platforms. The M16-profile bolt carrier group is properly staked and MP-tested, and the charging handle features independent ambi capability—letting both lefties and righties operate with equal ease. Daniel Defense's own buttstock and pistol grip use soft-touch polymer that's comfortable under recoil and designed for serious work.
This rifle ships in a full-latch impact case and arrives complete and ready to configure. The quad-rail design accepts any standard Picatinny-mount optics and accessories, letting you build a setup matched to your mission. Whether you're setting up a home-defense rifle, a precision 5.56 platform for the range, or a duty-grade AR, the DDM4 M4A1 gives you a foundation built in the USA with no compromises.
| Caliber | 5.56mm NATO / .223 Remington |
| Barrel Length | 14.5 inches |
| Barrel Profile | M4 (Cold Hammer Forged, Chrome Lined) |
| Barrel Twist Rate | 1:7 |
| Muzzle Device | Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor (Pinned & Welded) |
| Muzzle Thread | 1/2x28 TPI |
| Gas System | Carbine Length, Direct Impingement |
| Handguard | Daniel Defense RIS II (Picatinny Quad Rail) |
| Upper Receiver | 7075-T6 Aluminum, CNC Machined, Type III Hard Anodized |
| Lower Receiver | 7075-T6 Aluminum with Enhanced Flared Magazine Well, Type III Hard Anodized |
| Bolt Carrier Group | M16 Profile, Chrome Lined, MP Tested, Properly Staked |
| Charging Handle | GRIP-N-RIP (Ambi, 7075-T6 Aluminum Body) |
| Buffer | H Buffer |
| Stock | Daniel Defense Buttstock (6-Position, Glass-Filled Polymer) |
| Pistol Grip | Daniel Defense Grip (Glass-Filled Polymer with Soft-Touch Overmolding) |
| Magazine | Daniel Defense 10-Round Magazine (CA Compliant Limiter Installed) |
| Overall Length | 31.5–34 inches (Depending on Stock Position) |
| Weight | 6.74 lbs |
| Sights | Not Included (Sold Separately) |
| Mounting System | Picatinny |
| Included Case | Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case |
Yes. The DDM4 M4A1 is shipped with a pinned and welded flash suppressor and includes a 10-round magazine with a limiter installed, meeting California state requirements.
Yes. The GRIP-N-RIP charging handle is independently ambi, meaning both left- and right-handed shooters can operate it with equal ease.
The rifle ships complete with one Daniel Defense 10-round magazine (with CA limiter) and a full-latch impact plastic case. Sights are sold separately.
The RIS II handguard uses standard Picatinny mounting, so any Picatinny-mount optic, light, vertical grip, or accessory is compatible.
SKU: 120918680 • Width: 9in • Height: 4.5in • Depth: 41in • Weight: 9oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Daniel Defense DDM4 M4A1 CA Compliant .223 Rem/5.56 AR-15 rifle is a purpose-built platform designed for shooters who demand reliability, ergonomics, and proven combat heritage. Built on the same RIS II rail system adopted by US Special Operations Command for the SOPMOD Block II program since 2005, this rifle brings military-grade capability to the civilian market. The 14.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel features a pinned and welded flash suppressor, meeting California compliance requirements while maintaining the short, handy profile that makes this platform effective for home defense, tactical training, and precision shooting.
Every component is manufactured to exacting standards. The receivers are CNC-machined from 7075-T6 aluminum with Type III hard coat anodizing, the barrel is chrome-lined and hammer-forged for durability, and the gas system runs a carbine-length direct impingement design proven reliable across countless platforms. The M16-profile bolt carrier group is properly staked and MP-tested, and the charging handle features independent ambi capability—letting both lefties and righties operate with equal ease. Daniel Defense's own buttstock and pistol grip use soft-touch polymer that's comfortable under recoil and designed for serious work.
This rifle ships in a full-latch impact case and arrives complete and ready to configure. The quad-rail design accepts any standard Picatinny-mount optics and accessories, letting you build a setup matched to your mission. Whether you're setting up a home-defense rifle, a precision 5.56 platform for the range, or a duty-grade AR, the DDM4 M4A1 gives you a foundation built in the USA with no compromises.
| Caliber | 5.56mm NATO / .223 Remington |
| Barrel Length | 14.5 inches |
| Barrel Profile | M4 (Cold Hammer Forged, Chrome Lined) |
| Barrel Twist Rate | 1:7 |
| Muzzle Device | Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor (Pinned & Welded) |
| Muzzle Thread | 1/2x28 TPI |
| Gas System | Carbine Length, Direct Impingement |
| Handguard | Daniel Defense RIS II (Picatinny Quad Rail) |
| Upper Receiver | 7075-T6 Aluminum, CNC Machined, Type III Hard Anodized |
| Lower Receiver | 7075-T6 Aluminum with Enhanced Flared Magazine Well, Type III Hard Anodized |
| Bolt Carrier Group | M16 Profile, Chrome Lined, MP Tested, Properly Staked |
| Charging Handle | GRIP-N-RIP (Ambi, 7075-T6 Aluminum Body) |
| Buffer | H Buffer |
| Stock | Daniel Defense Buttstock (6-Position, Glass-Filled Polymer) |
| Pistol Grip | Daniel Defense Grip (Glass-Filled Polymer with Soft-Touch Overmolding) |
| Magazine | Daniel Defense 10-Round Magazine (CA Compliant Limiter Installed) |
| Overall Length | 31.5–34 inches (Depending on Stock Position) |
| Weight | 6.74 lbs |
| Sights | Not Included (Sold Separately) |
| Mounting System | Picatinny |
| Included Case | Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case |
Yes. The DDM4 M4A1 is shipped with a pinned and welded flash suppressor and includes a 10-round magazine with a limiter installed, meeting California state requirements.
Yes. The GRIP-N-RIP charging handle is independently ambi, meaning both left- and right-handed shooters can operate it with equal ease.
The rifle ships complete with one Daniel Defense 10-round magazine (with CA limiter) and a full-latch impact plastic case. Sights are sold separately.
The RIS II handguard uses standard Picatinny mounting, so any Picatinny-mount optic, light, vertical grip, or accessory is compatible.
SKU: 120918680 • Width: 9in • Height: 4.5in • Depth: 41in • Weight: 9oz