Daniel Defense DDM4 V7S Rifle — 5.56 NATO 11.5" Black
The Daniel Defense DDM4 V7S is the 11.5" short-barreled variant of the flagship DDM4 V7 platform, chambered in 5.56 x 45 NATO / .223 Remington. Engineered for maximum maneuverability in confined spaces and tactical applications, it retains the full Daniel Defense DNA : free-floating Cold Hammer Forged barrel, MFR 10.0 M-LOK handguard, Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor and full in-house furniture. Made in the USA, it is the reference short-configuration AR-15 for demanding sport shooters and professionals.
A benchmark CQB platform
The V7S combines the proven DDM4 system reliability with an 11.5" barrel and a carbine-length gas system : smooth cycling even under sustained fire, minimal footprint, superior ergonomics in constrained environments. The MFR 10.0 M-LOK handguard and 11.5" barrel ensure broad compatibility with most muzzle devices and sound suppressors on the market.
Technical specifications
- Caliber: 5.56 x 45 NATO (.223 Rem compatible)
- Type: short-barreled semi-automatic AR-15 rifle
- Barrel length: 11.5" (292 mm)
- Barrel profile: Government
- Barrel material: Chrome Moly Vanadium steel, Cold Hammer Forged, chrome-lined
- Barrel treatment: mil-spec heavy phosphate, HP/MPI tested
- Twist rate: 1:7"
- Muzzle thread: 1/2 x 28 TPI
- Muzzle device: Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor (17-4 PH stainless steel, salt bath nitrided)
- Gas system: carbine-length, direct impingement
- Gas block: pinned low profile, 4140 hardened steel, heavy phosphate
- Upper & lower: CNC machined 7075-T6 aluminum, Type III hard-coat anodized black
- Lower: flared magwell, integrated rear QD point
- Upper: M4 feed ramps, indexing marks
- Handguard: Daniel Defense MFR 10.0 M-LOK, free-float, 7 M-LOK positions, continuous 1913 Picatinny top rail
- BCG: M16 profile, chrome-lined, MP tested, properly staked gas key
- Charging handle: ambidextrous GRIP-N-RIP, CNC 7075/6061
- Buffer: H buffer, 6-position mil-spec 7075-T6 tube
- Buttstock: Daniel Defense Buttstock, glass-filled polymer, soft-touch overmolding
- Pistol grip: Daniel Defense Pistol Grip, glass-filled polymer, soft-touch overmolding
- Trigger: mil-spec Daniel Defense
- Sights: not included (continuous 1913 Picatinny rail, ready for red dot / optic)
- Overall length: 708 mm collapsed — 794 mm extended (27 7/8" – 31 1/4")
- Weight: 2.63 kg (~5.8 lb) without magazine
- Finish: Black (Type III hard-coat anodized)
- Made in: USA, Black Creek (Georgia)
Key benefits
- 11.5" Cold Hammer Forged barrel : remarkable accuracy for this length, military-grade longevity.
- Maximum maneuverability : ideal for CQB, vehicle operations or confined spaces.
- Carbine-length gas system : smooth and reliable cycling under harsh conditions, reduced perceived recoil.
- Free-float MFR 10.0 M-LOK handguard : long ergonomic rail, preserved barrel harmonics.
- Suppressor compatibility: 11.5" barrel and MFR rail engineered for use with most sound suppressors.
- Ambidextrous GRIP-N-RIP charging handle : fluid tactical operation, strong or support hand.
- Complete Daniel Defense furniture : full coherence, no upgrade needed.
- Proven reliability : platform adopted by numerous military units and special forces.
Use cases
- Tactical training and CQB : dynamic close-quarters work.
- Dynamic sport shooting : 3-Gun, IPSC Rifle in compact configuration.
- Suppressor platform : the 11.5" barrel balances perfectly with a can attached.
- Truck gun / patrol rifle configuration : optimized footprint.
What’s in the box
- 1 x Daniel Defense DDM4 V7S Black rifle
- 1 x Daniel Defense magazine (32 rds)
- 1 x Full-Latch Impact hard case
- 1 x case lock
- DDM4 user manual
- HP/MPI test certificate
