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Daniel Defense M4A1 Stripped Socom Upper Receiver 14.5in 5.56 - M4A1 Socom Upper 14.5" 5.56 & B5 SOPMOD Mil-Spec Stock FDE

Daniel Defense M4a1 Stripped Socom Upper Receiver 14.5in 5.56 - M4a1 Socom Upper 14.5" 5.56 & B5 Sopmod Mil-Spec Stock Fde - Upper Receiver for AR-15 - view 1

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Overview

The Daniel Defense M4a1 Stripped Socom Upper Receiver is designed for AR-15 builders seeking a high-quality foundation for their next project. With a 14.5-inch barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO, this upper receiver provides a compact yet versatile option that works seamlessly with a carbine-length gas system, ensuring reliable cycling and performance. This upper is frequently found in builds focused on tactical applications and home defense, making it a solid choice for those looking to create a reliable and effective firearm.

Specifications

Caliber5.56 NATO
AssemblyStripped
PlatformAR-15
ColorFDE
Barrel Length14.5

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Build history on GunPartPicker

Builders on GunPartPicker first added the Daniel Defense M4A1 Stripped Socom Upper Receiver 14.5in 5.56 - M4A1 Socom Upper 14.5" 5.56 & B5 SOPMOD Mil-Spec Stock FDE to a build in February 2026.

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Frequently Built With

The part most often added in each category by the builds that include this one

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Geissele Automatics AR-15/M16 Super Charging Handle, Ddc

Charging Handle$105in 20% of them
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Lead Star Arms Grunt-15 Complete Pistol Lower (Coyote)

Lower Receiverin 20% of them
Bravo Company M16 Bolt Carrier Group FDE

Bravo Company M16 Bolt Carrier Group FDE

Bolt Carrier Group$225in 20% of them
Daniel Defense 14.5" 5.56 NATO CHF Mid-Length 1:7 Government Contour AR-15 Barrel With Gas Block

Daniel Defense 14.5" 5.56 NATO CHF Mid-Length 1:7 Government Contour AR-15 Barrel With Gas Block

Barrel$441in 20% of them
Geissele Automatics BUIS Folding Sight Set Ddc

Geissele Automatics BUIS Folding Sight Set Ddc

Iron Sights$175 · out of stockin 20% of them
EOTECH DCBL Suppressor Tan 5.56

EOTECH DCBL Suppressor Tan 5.56

Suppressorin 20% of them

Build Configuration Breakdown

Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product

Gas System

50.4%
Mid-Length50.4%
Carbine25.9%
Pistol11.2%
Rifle11%
Blowback1.3%
Other0.3%

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