Daniel Defense DD5 V4 18-Inch AR Rifle

Description

The DD5 V4 is Daniel Defense’s answer to a specific problem: getting the most out of 6.5 Creedmoor in a semi-automatic AR-10 platform without giving up the handling that makes ARs practical in the field. The rifle is built for precision work at distance — whether that’s hunting medium to large game or stretching out at the range — and it suits a shooter who wants a purpose-built long-range semi-auto rather than a general-purpose carbine with a longer barrel bolted on.

The 18-inch barrel occupies a deliberate middle ground. It recovers most of the velocity that a 24-inch bolt gun would develop, while keeping overall length manageable enough for field carry. A 1:8-inch twist rate gives the barrel the angular momentum needed to stabilize the heavier, high-BC projectiles that make 6.5 Creedmoor effective past 600 yards — think 140-grain match bullets and heavier hunting loads — without being so fast that it creates problems with lighter options. The muzzle is threaded at 5/8×24, the standard pitch for this caliber, so a suppressor or muzzle brake threads on without an adapter.

The barrel carries a Black Phosphate finish, which provides corrosion resistance and holds up to field conditions without requiring the maintenance that a bare-steel surface would demand. The rifle ships without sights, which is the correct call for a dedicated precision platform: a shooter choosing this rifle already knows what glass they want on it, and a bundled sight would add cost and weight without adding value. The included 20-round PMAG gives you a usable starting point for load development or field use from the first range session.

Shipping and availability: This item cannot be shipped directly to California, Rhode Island and Washington. It cannot be sold into Illinois and Oregon. Check your state and local requirements before ordering. This item must ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer.