Daniel Defense M4A1 RIS III 5.56 AR-15 Complete Upper Receiver - Black - 14.5"
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Overview
The Daniel Defense M4A1 RIS III Complete Upper Receiver is a fully assembled unit designed for the AR-15 platform, featuring a 14.5-inch barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO. This upper receiver combines precision engineering with durability, making it ready to mount directly onto your lower receiver for optimal performance. It’s a popular choice among builders looking to create lightweight tactical rifles or versatile range guns, especially in 5.56 NATO configurations.
Specifications
Daniel Defense M4A1 RIS III 5.56 AR-15 Complete Upper Receiver - Black - 14.5"
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September 2026 on GunPartPicker
Daniel Defense M4A1 RIS III 5.56 AR-15 Complete Upper Receiver - Black - 14.5" ranked #84 of the 615 upper receivers builders added on GunPartPicker in September 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since January 2026. All time, it ranks #117 of the 1,682 upper receivers builders have added. Builds with this upper receiver are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO and nearly all AR-15.
It was hard to find in September 2026, in stock on only 12 of the 24 days we checked, and today 2 of the 5 retailers we track have it in stock. Prices barely moved in September 2026, holding around $1,544, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $1,499 at Palmetto State Armory, which matches the best price we saw in September.
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