Description
We stock the Daniel Defense M4A1 as an AR rifle configured with a 14.5-inch barrel, carbine-length direct impingement gas system, and M4A1 Rail Interface System (RIS) II handguard. Its receivers are CNC-machined from 7075-T6 aluminum, with a black receiver finish and Flat Dark Earth (FDE) handguard. This configuration is suited to sporting and range settings.
Key Specifications
- The rifle uses a semi-automatic action for a familiar operating format.
- The barrel measures 14.5 inches and has a cold hammer forged, chrome-lined steel construction.
- The carbine-length direct impingement gas system uses a pinned low-profile gas block.
- The upper and lower receivers are CNC-machined from 7075-T6 aluminum with a Type III hard coat anodized finish.
- The handguard is a Flat Dark Earth RIS II rail made from CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum.
- The barrel has a 1:7 twist rate for the specified configuration.
- A pinned and welded flash suppressor is attached at the muzzle.
- The rifle has a 1/2×28 TPI muzzle thread pattern as listed for the configuration.
- The stock and pistol grip use glass-filled polymer with Soft Touch overmolding.
- The package includes one magazine and a full-latch impact plastic case.
The RIS II handguard provides a Picatinny quad-rail layout for compatible accessories, while the receiver extension uses a six-position design. The black receiver and barrel finish contrast with the FDE handguard, giving the rifle its listed two-tone appearance. The supplied GRIP-N-RIP charging handle accommodates left- and right-handed shooters. Sights are sold separately, leaving sight selection to the owner. The Daniel Defense M4A1 is a defined AR rifle configuration built around its 14.5-inch barrel and RIS II handguard.




