The Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 SLW in 5.56x45mm NATO (MPN 0212801219055) is one of the lightest, fastest-handling rifles in the DDM4 lineup, tipping the scales at under 6 pounds. Daniel Defense builds this California-compliant model around a cold hammer forged 14.5-inch lightweight-profile barrel with an extended flash suppressor pinned and welded to reach the 16-inch minimum length required by federal law. A mid-length gas system smooths cycling and reduces recoil, and a free-floating MFR 13.5 M-LOK handguard with 7 M-LOK positions and a full Picatinny top rail keeps weight down while leaving room for optics and accessories. The rifle uses a rear takedown pin with a paracord loop to break open and release the fixed 10-round magazine for state compliance, and is finished in Deep Woods Green Cerakote over a 6-position stock with soft-touch overmolding. Among AR-platform rifles in the AR rifles category, the V7 SLW favors California shooters who want the lightest possible compliant AR-15.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO/.223 Remington.
• Rifled at a 1:7-inch twist on a cold hammer forged barrel.
• Features a 14.5-inch lightweight-profile barrel.
• Runs a mid-length gas system.
• Includes a free-floating MFR 13.5 M-LOK handguard.
• Feeds from a 10+1 capacity fixed magazine for state compliance.
• Ships optic-ready, with no fixed sights.
• Includes a safety selector switch.
• Finished in Deep Woods Green Cerakote.
• Weighs under 6 pounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the magazine capacity fixed at 10 rounds? This model is configured to comply with California magazine-capacity rules.

How much does this rifle weigh? Under 6 pounds, among the lightest rifles in the DDM4 lineup.

Is this rifle optic-ready? Yes, it ships without fixed sights.

Buy the Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 SLW, CA Compliant

The lightest possible compliant AR-15 is exactly what the V7 SLW delivers. As soon as it is ready to ship, order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.