A rifle featuring a 14.5-inch barrel manufactured by Daniel Defense represents a specific configuration within the AR-15 platform. This barrel length provides a balance between maneuverability and velocity, making it suitable for a variety of applications. Typically chambered in 5.56 NATO or .223 Remington, these rifles are often equipped with a permanently attached muzzle device to comply with legal requirements regarding overall barrel length.
The combination of this specific barrel length with Daniel Defense’s reputation for quality manufacturing results in a firearm known for accuracy and reliability. The companys barrels are often cold hammer forged, a process resulting in a durable and long-lasting bore. This manufacturing process, combined with the chosen steel alloys, contributes to the firearms performance. Historically, this barrel length has been popular among military and law enforcement users, and has seen increasing adoption in the civilian market.