The Diamondback DB15 7.62x39mm rifle (brand part no. DB1718O001) is an Extended Line AR-15 chambered for the AK-pattern cartridge, finished in black hardcoat anodize. Diamondback Firearms builds it with a 16-inch barrel, a carbine-length gas system and a 15-inch M-LOK handguard, and supplies a 28-round metal magazine. The flat-top upper has no sights installed, so you can add the optic that suits your use. It appeals to shooters who already stock 7.62x39mm and want it in an AR-15 platform for range work or hunting.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is 7.62x39mm, the cartridge made popular by the AK-47.
• The barrel is 16 inches with a 1:9.5 right-hand twist, in medium-profile 4150 CrMoV with a black nitride finish.
• The finish is black hardcoat anodize over forged 7075-T6 aluminum receivers.
• The gas system is carbine length, which suits the 16-inch barrel.
• The handguard is a 15-inch M-LOK rail for lights, grips and other accessories.
• The muzzle device is an A2 flash hider threaded 5/8×24.
• The magazine is a 28-round metal magazine that is included with the rifle.
• The grip is a Magpul MOE unit on a Diamondback Carbon lower with a standard mil-spec trigger.
• The upper is an A3 flat-top with no sights installed, ready for an optic.
• Weight is 6.8 pounds and length is 32.5 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this DB15 use AR-15 magazines? It ships with a 28-round metal magazine made for the 7.62x39mm cartridge. Check that any extra magazines you buy are made for 7.62x39mm.

What is the barrel twist? The 16-inch barrel has a 1:9.5 right-hand twist.

Does it include sights? No. Sights are listed as none, so you mount your own optic or backup irons on the A3 flat-top upper.

Buy the Diamondback DB15 Extended Line Rifle, 7.62x39mm, 16-Inch, Black, 15-Inch M-LOK, 28-Round

If you shoot 7.62x39mm and want an AR-15 handling instead of an AK, this Extended Line rifle comes ready with a magazine and M-LOK rail. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more AR rifles while you are here.