The Daniel Defense DDM4 V9 is a modern sporting rifle built on forged 7075-T6 aluminum receivers and a 16-inch cold hammer-forged Government profile barrel. It features a mid-length direct-impingement gas system and a long DDM4 free-float rail that provides ample real estate for optics and accessories. Daniel Defense furniture with SoftTouch overmolding and a six-position receiver extension support a range of shooting positions and user preferences.
Key Specifications
- The barrel measures 16 inches in a Government profile.
- The rifle is chambered for 5.56mm NATO.
- The barrel twist rate is 1:7″.
- The barrel is chrome moly vanadium, cold hammer-forged and chrome-lined.
- The action uses a mid-length direct-impingement gas system with a pinned low-profile gas block.
- The handguard is a 15.0-inch DDM4 free-float rail CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum.
- The upper and lower receivers are 7075-T6 aluminum, Type III hard coat anodized.
- The advertised product weight is 6.59 pounds.
- The overall length is listed as 32 1/4″ to 35 7/8″ depending on receiver extension position.
- The rifle ships with a six-position receiver extension and SoftTouch overmolded stock and grip.
Designed and manufactured in the U.S., the DDM4 V9 pairs a robust, cold hammer-forged barrel and a long free-float rail with premium materials and finish. Its combination of a tuned mid-length gas system, ergonomic Daniel Defense furniture, and a rigid rail platform makes it well suited for disciplined target work, sport shooting, and general-purpose use where consistent performance and modularity matter.
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