Diamondback DB15 Black Gold — 5.56 NATO, 16″ Barrel
About this product
Built on the AR-style platform, the Diamondback DB15 is a semi-automatic rifle chambered for 5.56 NATO with a 16″ medium-profile 4150 chrome-moly barrel finished in black nitride. The rifle uses a mid-length gas system and a shot-peened Mil-Spec 8620 bolt carrier group housed in forged 7075 T-6 aluminum receivers. Ergonomics are driven by a 15″ M-LOK V-rail handguard, Magpul MOE-K2 grip and Magpul CTR stock, and the package ships with a Gen 2 PMAG 30-round magazine and a threaded flash hider.
Key Specifications
- The action is Semi-Auto.
- The caliber is .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
- The barrel measures 16″ and is described as a medium contour 4150 chromoly steel with a black nitride finish.
- The rate of twist is 1:8 RH.
- The gas system is Mid-length.
- The receivers are Forged 7075 T-6 Aluminum.
- The handguard is a 15″ M-LOK V-rail.
- The stock is a Magpul CTR and the grip is a Magpul MOE-K2.
- The magazine capacity is 30 + 1 and it ships with one Gen 2 PMAG 30rd.
- The unloaded weight is listed as 6.8 lbs.
Designed for reliability and compatibility with common AR accessories, the DB15 delivers a familiar control layout and modular ergonomics suitable for range use, training, and other responsible rifle applications. Its combination of a nitrided 16″ barrel, mid-length gas system and a 15″ M-LOK platform gives a balance of handling and accessory flexibility for owners who value straightforward performance and upgrade potential.
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Specs at a glance
Key attributes
| upc | 810035754119 |
| manufacturer | Diamondback Firearms |
| manufacturer part number | DB1731K071 |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel finish | Black Nitride |
| barrel length | 16" |
| caliber/gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| capacity | 30 + 1 |
| length | 32.75 |
| number of magazines | 1 30 rd. PMag |
| package height | 9.0 |
| package width | 3.5 |
| product type | Rifle |
| safety | Manual Thumb |
| shipping weight | 8.25 |
| sights | No Sights |
| thread pattern | 1/2"-28 tpi |
| units per box | 1 |