Daniel Defense M4 5.56x45mm Nato Rifle (30-Round)
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The Real Grit lists this offer at $2,059.51.
- Daniel Defense M4 anchors the Rifles segment in the firearms catalog, giving shoppers a clear baseline before purchase.
- Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, it keeps ballistics predictable across practice and defensive loads without forcing you to rework your kit.
- Factory materials note a semi-automatic action, which influences recoil timing and maintenance cadence.
- Standard capacity lands at 30-Round, so plan your range loadout around how often you expect to top off.
Shopping Tips
- Line up your receiving FFL early and clarify their transfer fees so you are not surprised at pickup.
Ownership Checklist
- Confirm the receiving FFL is ready for the transfer and understands the model you are purchasing.
- Review Chagrin Falls, Ohio requirements on storage, transport, and waiting periods before the firearm arrives.
- Source 5.56x45mm NATO practice ammunition early; popular loads tighten in supply when prices drop.
Common Questions
What specs should I know before buying Daniel Defense M4 5.56x45mm Nato Rifle (30-Round)?
Key callouts include caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO, action: Semi-Automatic, capacity: 30-Round. Scroll up for the full specification table before you commit.
Daniel Defense M4 headlines the specification sheet for this platform. Factory literature categorizes it as a modern sporting rifle, which frames expectations for handling and use. Factory chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, built around a semi-automatic action with a 30-Round round capacity to keep performance predictable from shot to shot. Dimensional notes call out a barrel length of 14.50" / 14.5'' in and overall length measuring 31.50"- 34.75" in, helping you plan cases and storage. Unloaded weight settles near 6.74 lbs, which influences recoil management and carry options. Twist rate is listed at 1-7, offering guidance on which projectile weights stabilize best. Furniture is trimmed in synthetic / polymer with a bi-tone finish, giving the rifle its classic profile. Metalwork wears a mil-spec brown cerakote/black phosphate / colored treatment, pairing durability with period-correct styling. Stock appointments include smooth furniture without checkering and a traditional butt plate. Overall dimensions ship at 4.00 X 11.00 X 42.75, so plan case and safe clearance accordingly. Magazine system uses a detachable design, making reloads faster between strings. Without a hinged floorplate you will cycle rounds out manually when clearing the rifle. Select retailers indicate this model qualifies for direct ship where local regulation allows.
