Daniel Defense Adds Three New Variants to DD5 Lineup

    Daniel Defense announced the next three new additions to their existing DD5 line today.  Each model accepts standard Magpul SR25/M110 pattern magazines, and some are available in multiple chamberings. These include 308 Winchester, 260 Remington, and 6.5 Creedmoor.  Below are some of the new and existing features of the lineup.   

    • User-adjustable gas block for reliable suppressed shooting
    • Superfinished and DLC-coated bolt carrier group makes it easy to clean and operate in all conditions
    • The bolt carrier is equipped with a buffer for optimized cycling and improved recoil impulse
    • 16″/18″/20″ Cold Hammer Forged proprietary steel chrome-lined barrel for a lifetime of accuracy and durability
    • Innovative 4-Bolt Connection System to ensure greater accuracy
    • GRIP-N-RIP independently Ambi charging handle with anti-gas features for a better shooting experience

    All of these new rifles come only in an M-LOK rail configuration.  It appears that Daniel Defense is committed to M-LOK, as KeyMod continues to fade away.  All of these rifles are currently listed with an MSRP of $2,499.  Below are each of the new models from Daniel Defense’s website.

    Note:  It appears the DD5V2 and DD5V1 will become legacy rifles, as they’re no longer listed on Daniel’s website.  They have indicated that some of the legacy DD5 parts will interface with the new rifles. It remains unclear at this time if new upper receiver assemblies will be made available to legacy DD5 owners.

    DD5V3

    Caliber: 7.62x51mm / .308 Win

    Barrel Length: 16”

    Weight: 8.3 LBS

    Length: 33 ⅜” – 37”

    Gas System – Intermediate

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    DD5V4

    Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor

    Barrel Length: 18”

    Weight: 8.6 LBS

    Length: 35 ⅜” – 39”

    Gas System – Rifle

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    Caliber: 7.62x51mm / .308 Win

    Barrel Length: 18”

    Weight: 8.6 LBS

    Length: 35 ⅜” – 39”

    Gas System – Rifle

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    DD5V5

    Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor

    Barrel Length: 20”

    Weight: 8.9 LBS

    Length: 38 ⅜” – 41 ⅝”

    Gas System – Rifle + 1

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    Caliber: .260 Remington

    Barrel Length: 20”

    Weight: 8.9 LBS

    Length: 38 ⅜” – 41 ⅝”

    Gas System – Rifle + 1

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    Overview

    Daniel Defense released this product video that highlights the changes made to the lineup.  It goes on to explain why they chose some of the new calibers in the lineup.  



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