The Daniel Defense DD5 V3 Rifle in 7.62x51mm NATO is the California compliant version of the DD5 V3 AR-style rifle, with a 16-inch Cold Hammer Forged barrel (Daniel Defense part no. 0215707258055). This configuration ships with a 10-round magazine, a full-length Picatinny top rail and a free-float M-LOK handguard. The muzzle is threaded 5/8×24, and the controls are ambidextrous so the rifle suits left- and right-handed shooters. It is a compact, controllable rifle from Daniel Defense for hunters and range shooters.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 7.62x51mm NATO, also marked .308 Winchester.
• The barrel is a 16-inch Cold Hammer Forged barrel for accuracy and long service life.
• Magazine capacity is 10+1, with a 10-round magazine in this California compliant configuration.
• The muzzle is threaded 5/8×24, so compatible muzzle devices can be installed.
• The handguard is a free-float M-LOK rail for adding lights, grips and other accessories.
• The top has a full-length Picatinny rail, ready for a scope or red dot.
• The controls are ambidextrous, including the bolt catch, magazine release and safety selector.
• The stock is a collapsible synthetic design, adjustable for length of pull and compact storage.
• Weight is 8.3 pounds, a manageable figure for a 16-inch .308 rifle.
• Overall length is 33.38 inches with the stock collapsed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What magazine capacity does this version have? This California compliant configuration includes a 10-round magazine, for 10+1 capacity.

Is the muzzle threaded? Yes. The barrel has a 5/8×24 threaded muzzle that accepts compatible muzzle devices.

Can I mount an optic? Yes. The full-length Picatinny top rail accepts a scope or red dot sight.

Buy the Daniel Defense DD5 V3 California Compliant Rifle

The DD5 V3 gives you a hammer-forged 7.62x51mm barrel in a compact package, and this version ships with a 10-round magazine. Browse more AR rifles from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop, or order this one for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.