The DD5 V4, chambered in either 6.5 Creedmoor or 7.62x51mm NATO, provides users of the Daniel Defense semi-automatic platform even greater long-range precision shooting capability. The highly popular 6.5 Creedmoor takes advantage of superior ballistic coefficients to offer both flatter trajectories and reduced wind drift at levels normally reserved for much heavier recoiling long action calibers. These gains in ballistic efficiency help the modern shooter stretch the effective range out to 1,000 meters or more. This highly accurate and durable rifle includes an adjustable gas block that allows for a consistent feel whether shooting suppressed or unsuppressed. The perfected bolt carrier group reduces overall recoil impulse and is easy to maintain and operate in all conditions.
Mounting System M-LOK
Caliber 7.62 x 51mm / .308 Winchester
Muzzle Thread 5/8×24 TPI (Threads Per Inch)
Gas System Rifle
Barrel Length 18"
Barrel Profile S2W® [Strength-to-Weight]
Product Weight 8.6 LBS
Length 35 3/8" - 39"
Magazine Magpul PMAG 20-Round
Case Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case
Manufacturer Daniel Defense
User-adjustable gas block for reliable suppressed shooting
Superfinished and DLC-coated bolt carrier group makes it easy to clean and operate in all conditions
Bolt carrier is equipped with a buffer for optimized cycling and improved recoil impulse
Bolt is designed with enhanced extractor geometry and dual ejectors for reliable cycling
18" Cold Hammer Forged proprietary steel chrome-lined barrel for a lifetime of accuracy and durability
Innovative 4-Bolt Connection System to ensure greater accuracy
GRIP-N-RIP independently ambi charging handle with anti-gas features for a better shooting experience
Materials & Construction
LOWER RECEIVER: Enhanced Flared Magazine Well and Rear Receiver QD Swivel Attachment Point.
CNC Machined of 7075-T6 Aluminum, Type III Hard Coat Anodized
UPPER RECEIVER: CNC Machined of 7075-T6 Aluminum, Type III Hard Coat Anodized
BARREL: DD Proprietary Steel, Cold Hammer Forged, 1:8" (6.5 Creedmoor), 1:11" (7.62), 18? S2W Profile, Rifle Length, Chrome Lined, Mil-Spec Heavy Phosphate Coated
GAS SYSTEM: User-Adjustable Gas Block CNC Machined of 4140 Hardened Steel and Mil-Spec Heavy Phosphate Coating, Rifle Length, Direct Impingement
MUZZLE DEVICE: Daniel Defense Superior Suppression Device, 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, Salt Bath Nitride Finished
TRIGGER: Daniel Defense Mil-Spec
HANDGUARD: Daniel Defense DD5 Rail 15.0, CNC Machined of 6061-T6 Aluminum, M-LOK Attachment, Type III Hard Coat Anodized
RECEIVER EXTENSION: 6 Position Mil-Spec 7075-T6 Aluminum
BUTTSTOCK: Daniel Defense Buttstock, Glass Filled Polymer with Soft Touch Overmolding
PISTOL GRIP: Daniel Defense Pistol Grip, Glass Filled Polymer with Soft Touch Overmolding
MAGAZINES: Accepts All SR-25 Magazines
Made in the USA!
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 7.62X51mm NATO cartridge was adopted by the U.S. in the M14 rifle in 1957. NATO adopted it in the same year, but in other platforms. The 7.62X51mm is essentially a shortened 30-06 case, allowing a more compact action and more compact ammunition at very minor cost in performance. A side benefit--which might not have been anticipated--is improved accuracy because of the greater efficiency of the shorter case. Although 7.62X51mm has been largely supplanted by the 5.56X45mm NATO cartridge in service rifles, it is still widely used by militaries around the world and remains a primary cartridge for light and medium machineguns. Due to its exceptional accuracy it is also a very common cartridge for military sniping at ranges to a bit beyond 1000 yards. The civilian version, the 308 Winchester, was introduced in 1952 while the 7.62X51MM was still in the experimental stages.
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Craig Boddington
