The Daniel Defense MK18 Pistol is a compact AR-style pistol built for short-barrel performance and modular accessory mounting. It ships with an SBA3 pistol brace and a 10.3-inch cold hammer-forged barrel that is chrome-lined for durability. The platform combines CNC-machined 7075-T6 receivers with a machined 6061-T6 handguard finished in Flat Dark Earth for a balance of strength and weight.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .223 REM/5.56 NATO.
- The barrel measures 10.3 inches and is cold hammer forged.
- The magazine capacity is 32 rounds.
- The action is Semi-Auto.
- The barrel construction is chrome moly (chrome-lined) with a black phosphate finish.
- The upper and lower receivers are made from CNC machined 7075-T6 aluminum with hard coat anodized finish.
- The handguard is machined 6061-T6 aluminum in Flat Dark Earth with heat-resistant rail panels.
- The stock/brace is an SBA3 pistol brace.
- The rate of twist is 1:7.
- The unloaded weight is 5.95 lbs.
Built to provide compact handling and robust construction, the MK18 Pistol is suited for close-range duty-style applications and range work where a short-barrel AR footprint is preferred. Its combination of hardened receivers, a chrome-lined cold hammer-forged barrel, and a modular handguard offers a durable, serviceable platform for users seeking a compact AR pistol configuration.
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