The Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18 (02-088-15028-011) 5.56mm NATO is a high performance short barreled rifle designed for shooters who require a compact and maneuverable firearm. This professional grade weapon offers the same durability and reliability found in specialized military units, making it a premier 5.56 short barrel rifle for tactical training and defensive applications.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number 02-088-15028-011
- 5.56x45mm NATO caliber
- 32 round capacity magazine included
- 10.3 inch cold hammer forged chrome moly vanadium steel barrel
- Daniel Defense buttstock and pistol grip with glass filled polymer construction
- CNC machined 7075-T6 aluminum lower and upper receivers
- Mil-Spec+ Brown Cerakote finish
- Carbine length direct impingement gas system
- Daniel Defense RIS II MK18 handguard
- Daniel Defense flash suppressor muzzle device
- 5.88 pounds unloaded weight
- 26.75 inch to 29.88 inch overall length
- Semi-automatic action type
- Ambidextrous safety selector
- M4 feed ramps and T-marked upper receiver
Special Features
- The cold hammer forging process creates a barrel with a precise internal finish and exceptional longevity under high heat.
- A specialized Mil-Spec+ Brown Cerakote coating provides a hard wearing surface that resists chemicals and harsh weather.
- The RIS II rail system utilizes a six-bolt-up design that allows the handguard to free-float the barrel for better accuracy.
- This model includes a flared magazine well to facilitate faster and more consistent reloads in high pressure environments.
- The buttstock and pistol grip feature a soft touch overmolding that ensures a secure hold without the need for gloves.
- A pinned low profile gas block is machined from 4140 hardened steel for a permanent and secure gas system connection.
- This platform is fully compatible with standard AR-15 accessories and works with most suppressors using a 1/2x28 thread pitch.
Practical Benefits
- The 10.3 inch barrel length makes this firearm ideal for navigating tight spaces or working inside vehicles where a full length rifle is cumbersome.
- You can easily mount lights, lasers, and vertical grips across the four-sided Picatinny rail system to customize the rifle for your mission.
- The lightweight aluminum construction ensures you can carry the weapon for long durations without unnecessary physical fatigue.
- This rifle fits the requirements of tactical professionals and home defenders who prioritize speed and weight over long range ballistic reach.
- The ambidextrous safety ensures you can operate the rifle efficiently with either hand during dynamic shooting drills.
- You will appreciate how the durable Cerakote finish maintains the appearance and function of your investment through years of heavy field use.
- Choosing the Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18 (02-088-15028-011) 5.56mm NATO provides you with a battle-tested short barrel rifle that performs with total consistency in the most demanding tactical scenarios.
The Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18 (02-088-15028-011) 5.56mm NATO stands as a proven platform for the serious tactical shooter.
| MANUFACTURER | DANIEL DEFENSE |