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Daniel Defense M4A1

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MSRP:

$1636.80

Used Price:

$1,636.80

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$1739.10

Daniel Defense M4A1 Gun Stats

Daniel Defense M4A1

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The M4A1 AR15 style firearm features the RIS II picatinny quad rail, which has been in use by US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) for the SOPMOD Block II program since 2005. The M4A1 is built around a 14.5 inch Cold Hammer Forged M4 Profile barrel with a permanently attached Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor. The independently ambi GRIP-N-RIP Charging Handle accommodates left- and right-handed shooters. The M4A1 is available with an FDE rail as well as our Mil Spec + Cerakote. This rifle also comes with the ergonomic Daniel Defense Buttstock and Pistol Grip. The Daniel Defense M4A1 features the M4A1 RIS II, which has been in use by US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) for the SOPMOD Block II program since 2005. The M4A1 features a 14.5” Cold Hammer Forged M4 Profile barrel with a Daniel Defense Flash Suppressor.

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Daniel Defense M4A1 Specs

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Technical Data

Caliber

.223 Remington (5.56x45mm NATO)

Weight

107.84 oz

Length

31-1/5" - 34-3/4"

Action

Semi-Automatic

Capacity

10

Finish

Cerakote Mil Spec +

Gun Type

Rifle

Sights

Fixed

Barrel Length

14.5"

Daniel Defense M4A1 Features

The Daniel Defense M4A1 is a semi-automatic AR15 pattern rifle that operates on an internal-piston action with a multi-lug rotating bolt.  This rifle is built with a 14.5 inch barrel making it an SBR so it will be subject to NFA regulations.  This M4A1 is built with a 12 inch quad rail that allows for an endless combination of accessories and offers a full-length optics rail that can accept every optics setup imaginable.


Daniel Defense M4A1 Ballistics

.223 Remington (5.56x45mm NATO) Ballistic Data
Range (Yards) Drop (inches) Velocity Energy Wind drift (inches) Time (milliseconds)
0 0 0 0 0 0
50 0 0 0 0 0
100 0 0 0 0 0
150 0 0 0 0 0
200 0 0 0 0 0
250 0 0 0 0 0
300 0 0 0 0 0
350 0 0 0 0 0
400 0 0 0 0 0
450 0 0 0 0 0
500 0 0 0 0 0

Daniel Defense M4A1 Capacity

The DD M4A1 is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO (.223 Remington) and feeds from all STANAG M4/M16/AR15 pattern magazines giving it a standard capacity of 30 rounds.  Naturally, shorter 5, 10 and 20 round magazines are very easy to find, and larger 40, 60 and 100 round magazines can be found in just about any gun shop in the country.


The Daniel Defense M4A1 has an unloaded weight of 6.75 pounds and measures anywhere from 31.5 inches to 34.8 inches long depending on your stock placement.  The DD M4A1 has marginally better maneuverability due to its shorter overall length compared to a 16” AR15 yet is just as easy to carry around over long durations.  The big advantage with this rifle comes from its stock that allows you to more easily roll the gun from low-ready to getting a sight picture.


Daniel Defense M4A1 Mobility

Mobility

Daniel Defense M4A1 Ergonomics

Ergonomics
The DD M4A1 has the same manual of arms as any other AR15 with the improvement of an ambidextrous safety, though the ergonomics are definitely superior over the Mil-Spec examples.  The grip has contours that improve comfort and the adjustable stock allows you to change the length of pull, and the stock also has a rounded buttpad that makes going from low-ready to high-ready a much more fluid motion.

Daniel Defense M4A1 Fit & Finish

Daniel Defense is known for honing and polishing every surface on their gun, and this improves reliability as well as offer one of the smoothest actions you’ll ever feel in an AR.  The M4A1 is offered with a quad rail or M-lok handguard.  This gun has 100% parts compatibility with every AR15 compatible aftermarket part, so if you want to customize it, there’s nothing stopping you.


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How much is a Daniel Defense M4A1 worth?

In 2024 a new or used Daniel Defense M4A1 value varies depending on supply and demand. In the last 12 months there is great demand for a Daniel Defense M4A1 and most carbine rifles. The Price for a Daniel Defense M4A1 has increased in cost by $0.00 in 2024 compared to 2023.

Estimated New and Used Values for a Daniel Defense M4A1 Values are based on a basic model with no options or colors.

Condition Trade-In Private Party Dealer
New In box $1,237.07 $1,617.70 $1,903.18
Excellent $1,141.91 $1,522.54 $1,712.86
Very Good $1,046.75 $1,522.54 $1,712.86
Good $951.59 $1,427.39 $1,617.70
Fair $666.11 $1,237.07 $1,522.54
Poor $475.80 $951.59 N/A

Gun Value Conditions explained:

New in box - 100% condition in unopened box. Excellent - 95%+ condition with or without box.

Very Good - 90% - 95% condition (all parts/finish should be original).

Good - 80-90% condition (all parts/finish should be original).

Fair - 30% - 80% condition, parts, and finish may or may not be original. Must function properly and shoot.

Poor - under 30% condition. Firearm has severe wear and tear, does not function, or is damaged.

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