The world of tactical shooting begs for a weapon that combines strength, precision, and compactness, especially for scenarios that don't fare well with standard-sized rifles. What if you need the stopping power beyond the common calibers, but you're working in a close-quarters scenario?
The struggle is real. For law enforcement, military personnel, or shooting enthusiasts, finding a firearm for short-to-medium-range combat scenarios that doesn't compromise on power, reliability, and maneuverability is a daunting task. The question remains: Can you have a compact battle rifle that packs a more significant punch?
In terms of stopping power, M80 7.62 NATO Ball ammo at 147 grain with FMJ maintains 1000 ft/lbs of energy out to 350 yards. Even out of longer barrels, 5.56mm rounds drop below this threshold betwen 100-125 yards. 7.62X39 and .300 BLK supersonics will stretch up to 150-200 yards. So, why would you want a short barreled rifle in 7.62? It is a true battle rifle, and perfect for high energy tactical needs beyond 125 yards.
The Daniel Defense DD5 7.62mm 12.5" SBR is a true battle rifle. This beast of a weapon is precisely what the modern shooter needs. In an interview, Matt Hurt from Daniel Defense said,
"We have built and done some special bids for guys that are running in and out of a vehicle with a big bore gun. A lot of law enforcement agencies have requested this, so it's really that feedback and that design has really come from more of a government and law enforcement sector than it has been from a commercial sector."
The RIII series from DD is just fun to shoot and super reliable. The RIII places the full ambi lower receiver on each rifle. The RIII ambi lower rivals other military tactical brands like Knights Armament and LMT, and advances the Daniel Defense rifle beyond the needs of the casual AR plinker.
At Charlie's Custom Clones, some have called us rifle snobs. Meh, we might be. We try to bring you quality merchandise at various price points, but never comprise on quality. DD has been one of those brands that has always built a nice rifle and outstanding barrels and some of the absolute best rails in the business. But, in being true to form military rifle geeks, we see that the true military rifles, like the Mk18 and Mk12 have been customized by Daniel to appeal to the commercial consumer in the average brick and mortar gun shop. Which is fine. We personally do not like all the branding on some DD uppers, and the bolt carrier groups, but we realize that this appeals to many of our customers. The R-III rifles, however, have hit it out of the park, in terms of performance, ergonomics and even price. Yes, you will pay a small premium, but you do not have to donate a kidney like some military rifle brands. Put another way, if you buy this battle rifle, you will never regret your decision.
Often, the core distinction between a good weapon and a great one lies in its ability to seamlessly meet dynamic shooting demands. The DD5 .308 SBR from Daniel Defense offers just that - evolving capabilities for evolving requirements, promising to redefine your shooting strategy.Right from its core, the SBR's DLC-coated bolt carrier group is a technical marvel. The diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating translates to phenomenal hardness and low friction coefficient. This directly mitigates wear and tear, keeping your firearm in prime condition even through frequent usage. Plus, it's superfinished, ensuring an extra layer of durability and smoothness that's least impacted by grime or residue.
| Specifications | Daniel Defense DD5 7.62 12.5" SBR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Daniel Defense |
| Lower Receiver | Enhanced Flared Magazine Well, CNC Machined of 7075-T6 Aluminum |
| Upper Receiver | CNC Machined of 7075-T6 Aluminum with flare to accept R-III rail |
| Rail System | MLOK R-III rail system with taper connection to upper receiver |
| Caliber | .308 Winchester |
| Barrel Length | 12.5" |
| Gas System | Mid-length with adjusted gas block |
| Finish | Matte Black |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Bolt Carrier Group | Superfinished and DLC Coated |
| Overall Length | 31" |
| Weight | 8.3 lbs |
| Receiver Extension | 6 Position DD mil-spec forged 7075-T6 aluminum |
| Charging Handle | GRIP-N-RIP Independently Ambi |
| Magazine | Magpul PMAG 10-round, accepts all SR25 magazines |
| MPN | 02-088-06071-047 |
photos courtesy of Daniel Defense and TFB TV
You may have found us by looking for Daniel Defense rifles or the new RIII SBR or parts, and that is awesome. Charlie's specializes in military correct rifles for shooting enthusiasts, as well as for military and law enforcement. We are a small business based in Virginia, and our Potomac Armory is a licensed firearms manufacturer and registered DOD contractor and law enforcement dealer. In a few short years, our consumer brand, Charlie's Custom Clones has grown to be the leading brand for shooting enthusiasts who are looking to increase their proficiency and their armament collection with military rifles and the hobby of clone building, which is just another way of saying that our customers want to buy or build a military correct rifle, largely as collectors, but also as active operators. The word, "Clone" in our name scares people that think we have fake products. We do not. Nothing can be further from the truth, as to have a clone rifle is to have as exact a copy of an actual military issued weapon as a civilian possibly can have.
In addition to great combat rifles, we carry a large selection of both military correct suppressors, and popular commercial suppressors. We are a Daniel Defense dealer and Potomac Armory is an OEM manufacturer. Charlie's directly resells DD manufactured parts, uppers, barrels rails, and full rifles. We are proud to carry the Daniel product line, and DD has a fantastic reputation as one of the quality AR style manufacturers, with a military style. Potomac Armory uses the barrels and rails to build military correct clone uppers and rifles. CCC curates our offering of DD products, to fit our customer lifestyle, but if you are looking for something from DD that we do not carry, let us know. Most likely, if it is current production, we can get it for you in short order.
We have online chat during business hours, in addition, you can contact us with product questions on Instagram and Facebook at @charliesclones as well as email and phone support. Let us know how we can help you, and help to make your shooting sports ambitions come true. Thanks for stopping in.
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