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Daniel Defense MK18 Pistol 5.56 NATO 10.3 in Threaded FDE/Black

SKUTSW|173890 Conditionnew CategoryAR Pistols
$2225.79
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About this product

The Daniel Defense MK18 Pistol is an AR-style compact platform built around a 10.30 inch cold hammer-forged threaded barrel. It ships configured as a pistol with an SB Tactical SBA3 pistol stabilizing brace and a full-length Daniel Defense picatinny rail handguard. This configuration is presented without a magazine and is intended for lawful sporting, training, and duty use.

Key Specifications

  • Chambered in .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO for compatibility with common rifle cartridges.
  • The barrel measures 10.30 inches and is cold hammer-forged for consistent dimensions.
  • The barrel uses a 1/2×28 thread pattern for muzzle device compatibility.
  • The barrel material is Chrome Moly Vanadium.
  • The barrel finish is Black.
  • The overall weight is 5.85 lbs as supplied.
  • The overall length is 28.63 inches with the supplied brace configured.
  • This pistol ships with an SB Tactical SBA3 Brace installed.
  • The upper/rail is finished with Black Hardcoat Anodize on aluminum construction and features a picatinny rail.
  • The muzzle is fitted with a Flash Suppressor as supplied.

Compact and purpose-built, the MK18 Pistol combines a short, threaded barrel with a full-length rail and modern ergonomics for controllable handling in tight profiles. Its configuration suits range work, tactical training, and duty applications where a compact AR-format pistol is desired.

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Specs at a glance

Daniel Defense MK18 Pistol … SPECS AT A GLANCE 5.85 lbs WEIGHT 10.30 inches SIZE
Editorial diagram — measurements verified during testing.
Sources & methodology. Editorial review and rating by Travis Caldwell based on hands-on testing notes and published vendor specifications. Pricing verified at time of publication.
$2225.79