Daniel Defense M4a1 Ddf 0219110613047 Dd4 Riii 5.56 14.5 30r Blk

Daniel Defense M4A1 DD4 RIII 5.56 NATO 14.5" Barrel 30-Round Black Rifle

Daniel Defense
SKU:
120911762
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UPC:
818773023245
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MPN:
0219110613047
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Product Specifications
Capacity-Rounds:
30
Caliber-Gauge:
223 Remington / 5.56 NATO
Finish-Color:
Black
Barrel Length:
14.5"
Barrel Length Range:
14" to 14.99"
OAL:
32.25"- 35.88"
Weight:
6.52 lbs
Action:
Semi-Auto
Muzzle:
Flash Suppressor
Receiver Material:
7075-T6 Aluminum
Safety:
Ambidextrous
Stock Finish Group:
Black
Twist:
1:7"
Stock Description:
6 Position with SoftTouch Overmolding
Sights:
Picatinny Rail
Weight Range:
6 lbs to 6.99 lbs
Barrel Description:
Chrome Moly Vanadium
Product Overview

The Daniel Defense M4A1 DD4 RIII is a 5.56 NATO rifle built for serious shooters who demand reliability, modularity, and ambidextrous controls. This 14.5" barrel rifle is purpose-built for tactical, training, and home defense work—and it comes complete and ready to run, requiring only your choice of sights and optics to get on target.

What sets the DD4 RIII apart is its commitment to true ambidextrous operation. Both left- and right-handed shooters can manipulate the bolt catch, safety selector, and magazine release without shifting their grip. The GRIP-N-RIP charging handle reinforces that philosophy, letting you work the rifle from either shoulder naturally. The lower receiver features a flared magazine well and QD attachment point; both the lower and upper are CNC machined from 7075-T6 aluminum and hard coat anodized to mil-spec standards.

The barrel—cold hammer forged chrome moly vanadium steel with a 1:7 twist rate—is chrome lined and mil-spec heavy phosphate coated, paired with a mid-length direct impingement gas system and pinned low-profile gas block. The muzzle is crowned with Daniel Defense's own flash suppressor, pinned and welded for 14.5" compliance. You get a properly staked mil-spec bolt carrier group and Daniel Defense's ergonomic buttstock and pistol grip, both with soft touch overmolding.

The 12.5" Daniel Defense RIS III handguard replaces the older quad rail with a lighter design that still supports M-LOK attachments and M203 grenade launcher mounting if needed. Everything is CNC machined, properly finished, and made in the USA. The rifle ships at 6.39 lbs in a Daniel Defense hard case with one 30-round magazine.

Key Features

  • Fully ambidextrous controls—bolt catch, safety, magazine release—work equally well for left and right-handed shooters
  • GRIP-N-RIP ambidextrous charging handle for smooth operation
  • Cold hammer forged, chrome-lined, 14.5" barrel with 1:7 twist rate
  • Mid-length direct impingement gas system with pinned low-profile gas block
  • Daniel Defense RIS III M-LOK handguard (12.5") lighter than older quad rail designs
  • Permanently attached DD flash suppressor (pinned and welded)
  • Mil-spec upper and lower receivers, hard coat anodized 7075-T6 aluminum
  • M16 profile mil-spec bolt carrier group with properly staked gas key
  • Ergonomic buttstock and pistol grip with soft touch overmolding
  • Includes hard case and one 30-round DD magazine
  • Made in the USA

Specifications

Caliber5.56mm NATO
Barrel Length14.5 inches
Barrel ProfileM4
Barrel MaterialCold hammer forged chrome moly vanadium steel, chrome lined, mil-spec heavy phosphate coated, HP/MPI tested
Twist Rate1:7
Gas SystemMid-length direct impingement
Gas BlockPinned low-profile, CNC machined 4140 hardened steel, mil-spec heavy phosphate coated
Muzzle DeviceDaniel Defense flash suppressor, pinned and welded, 17-4 PH stainless steel, salt bath nitride finished
Muzzle Thread1/2" - 28 TPI
HandguardDaniel Defense RIS III, 12.5 inches, M-LOK attachment, 6-bolt bolt-up system, flat dark earth, 6061-T6 aluminum
Mounting SystemM-LOK
Upper ReceiverMil-spec with M4 feed ramps and indexing marks, CNC machined 7075-T6 aluminum, hard coat anodized
Lower ReceiverProprietary with enhanced flared magazine well, fully ambidextrous controls, rear receiver QD swivel attachment point, CNC machined 7075-T6 aluminum, hard coat anodized
Bolt Carrier GroupM16 profile, mil-spec, MP tested, chrome lined, properly staked gas key
Charging HandleGRIP-N-RIP ambidextrous, CNC machined aluminum and stainless steel, heavy duty roll pins, hard coat anodized
BufferH buffer
Receiver Extension6-position mil-spec, 7075-T6 aluminum
ButtstockDaniel Defense buttstock, glass filled polymer with soft touch overmolding
Pistol GripDaniel Defense pistol grip, glass filled polymer with soft touch overmolding
Overall Length31.5 – 34.5 inches (with adjustable buttstock)
Weight6.39 lbs
Magazine30-round Daniel Defense magazine (one included)
CaseDaniel Defense full-latch impact plastic case
Country of OriginMade in USA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Daniel Defense M4A1 DD4 RIII good for left-handed shooters?

Absolutely. The entire rifle is designed with ambidextrous operation in mind. The bolt catch, safety selector, magazine release, and charging handle all function equally well for right and left-handed shooters, so you never have to reach across the rifle or break your grip to operate it.

What sights and optics come with this rifle?

The rifle does not include sights or an optic. You'll need to add your own. The RIS III handguard features M-LOK slots for mounting accessories, and the upper receiver is ready to accept any Picatinny rail-mounted optic or sight system you choose.

Can I remove or replace the flash suppressor?

No. The flash suppressor is pinned and welded to the barrel as a permanent attachment. This design ensures a fixed 14.5" OAL for compliance and maintains the rifle's zero. If you need a different muzzle device, you would need to replace the entire barrel.

What's included in the box?

The rifle comes with one 30-round Daniel Defense magazine and a Daniel Defense full-latch impact plastic hard case. Sights, optics, and other accessories are sold separately.

Is this rifle suitable for 3-gun, tactical training, or home defense?

Yes. The DD4 RIII is built on mil-spec standards with a proven direct impingement platform, ambidextrous controls for tactical work, and a modular M-LOK handguard for mounting lights, lasers, and other accessories. Its 14.5" barrel balances handling and velocity for training, competition, or defensive applications.

Additional Information

Firearm Shipments:

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