The Diamondback DB15 Carbon 5.56 FDE is a 16-inch AR-15 rifle in a Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish (brand part no. DB1718K061). Diamondback Firearms makes the Carbon Series as its entry-level DB15, with Magpul furniture, a DB Carbon lower and an M-LOK handguard. A mid-length gas system gives it a softer recoil impulse than a carbine-length setup on the same barrel. It handles training, home defense and general range use with no frills.

Key Specifications

• Caliber is 5.56 NATO, a plentiful and affordable round for range work and defense.
• The barrel is 16 inches of medium-profile 4150 CrMoV steel with black nitride.
• Rate of twist is 1:8 right-hand, quick enough for heavier bullets.
• The gas system is mid-length direct impingement, which smooths recoil and reduces wear.
• The finish is Flat Dark Earth Cerakote, a tan coating over the aluminum receivers.
• The handguard is a 15-inch M-LOK (AV-Rail) with anti-slip texture pads, giving a secure grip and accessory slots.
• The stock is a Magpul MOE-PR and the grip is a Magpul MOE, familiar and durable polymer furniture.
• The included magazine is a Magpul Gen M2 PMAG, 30 rounds, a polymer magazine.
• The muzzle device is an A2 flash hider on 1/2×28 threads, which accepts common 1/2×28 muzzle accessories.
• Weight is 6.7 pounds and length is 32.75 inches collapsed to 36 inches extended.

Frequently Asked Questions

What finish does this DB15 Carbon have? It is finished in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote, a tan coating applied over the receivers.

What size magazine does it ship with? Diamondback lists a Magpul Gen M2 PMAG holding 30 rounds.

Is the muzzle device threaded for accessories? Yes. The A2 flash hider sits on standard 1/2×28 threads, so other muzzle devices fit.

Buy the Diamondback DB15 Carbon Series 5.56 NATO Rifle, 16-Inch Barrel, 15-Inch M-LOK, Flat Dark Earth, 30-Round

The FDE DB15 Carbon turns the entry-level Carbon Series into a rifle that stands out from the usual black AR. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse our other AR rifles.