Daniel Defense has a long tradition making its commercial interpretation of the M4A1 rifle. Now, with the RIS III rail, the DD M4A1 takes on the URGI style with an M-LOK rail and mid-length barrel. DD rifles are solid and dependable shooters, and high quality rifles. At Charlie's we would not really call this a "near clone" rifle, as the design varies a bit far from the military grade M4A1, but it does retain that military style, and very nice to see the mid-length barrel included in this new (for 2022) rifle.
The RIS III lower receiver is now fully ambi, making for a true upgrade. The DD all-new for 2022 RIS III rail system is modeled after the proven RIS II developed for SOCOM, but now in M-LOK for extreme durability with less weight. It features their hardcore 6-Bolt, Bolt-Up System used on the RIS II, and the same two-part free-float design that never makes contact with the barrel - not even with an M203 grenade launcher installed - so barrel harmonics and accuracy are not affected. The lightweight, heavy-hitting RIII is ready for anything.
Manufacturer's Part Number: 02-191-10613-047
The M4A1 RIII AR15 style firearm features a fully ambidextrous lower that allows both left- and right-handed shooters to operate the bolt catch, safety selector, and magazine release without having to move or remove their dominant hand from the rifle’s grip. The DD GRIP-N-RIP Charging Handle is ambidextrous as well. Daniel Defense has taken the RIS II Picatinny quad rail used on the original M4A1 and replaced it with a 12.5 inch M-LOK rail - the RIII - for lighter weight and more flexible attachment options. The M4A1 RIII features a 14.5 inch Mid-length CHF Government / M4 profile barrel with a permanently attached Daniel Defense Extended Flash Hider, pinned and welded to provide a 16" overall barrel length. This rifle also comes with the ergonomic Daniel Defense Buttstock and Pistol Grip.
ADVANCING DD SOCOM RIS II LEGACY INTO THE FUTURE
How do you improve upon the two-piece RIS II rail system developed for United States Special Operations Command? By incorporating popular M-LOK attachment and making these hardcore rails even lighter weight while still offering grenade launcher attachment.
More control of your rifle means more control of the situation. Whether you're a righty or lefty, you can easily operate the bolt catch, safety selector, and mag-release button without moving or removing your dominant hand from the rifle's grip.
The RIII uses the same battle-tested 6-Bolt, Bolt-Up System as the DD RIS II rails, which provides robust mounting, strong enough to withstand recoil from grenade launchers.
Same design as the legacy RIS-II, the bottom section drops for maintenance and installation
Ambidextrous GRIP-N-RIP charging handles provide a secure grip and even more flexibility for right- and left-handed shooters. Plus, the handles are designed with an anti-gas feature to keep gas away from your face and provide a better shooting experience.
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Mounting System |
M-LOK |
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Caliber |
5.56 NATO |
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Muzzle Thread |
1⁄2×28 TPI (Threads Per Inch) |
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Gas System |
Mid-length |
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Barrel Length |
14.5" |
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Barrel Profile |
M4 |
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Product Weight |
6.39 lbs |
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Length |
31 1/2” – 34 ¾” |
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Magazine |
DD Magazine |
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Case |
Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case |
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Manufacturer |
Daniel Defense |
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