Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro Bolt-Action Rifle: Now in Hunting Models

Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro bolt-action rifle series has expanded into models hunters will appreciate including .308 Win and 6.5 Creedmoor.

January 28, 2022 By Guns & Ammo Staff

What does the most accurate sub $2500 production rifle in the world look like? The Delta 5 Pro is the product of innovation, world-class cold-hammer-forged barrels, and the custom enhancements that elevate this firearm to professional level. The Delta 5 Pro in .308, 6.5 Creedmoor and 6MM Creedmoor delivers the science of accuracy with a .5 sub-MOA guarantee.

Newcomers to long-range shooting, who seek camaraderie with friends, will find immediate success getting on target with repeatable hits. More experienced competitors will discover the Delta 5 Pro’s rich feature set out of the box, is more than capable of performing as the shooter’s skill level advances. With the Pro’s base price within the Precision Rifle Series Production Division limit, compete with confidence whether you choose black, or for a little more, choose one of our Cerakote finishes (classified as an accessory in Section 2.3.5 in the 2021 PRS rulebook).

Accuracy. Guaranteed.

Guaranteed to shoot 0.5 MOA or better. Talk is cheap—including talk about how accurate a rifle shoots—so Daniel Defense is putting some real firepower behind their words. All Daniel Defense Delta 5 rifles are guaranteed to shoot 0.5 MOA or less at 100 yards when used with quality factory match-grade ammunition. Not "should"; not "might." Guaranteed to. How can we make such a claim? Because we've done the work and the testing to back it up. It's not just talk; it's not bravado. It's science, backed up by data. Data that says, "If we can do it, so can you." Guaranteed.

Materials and Construction

Interchangeable Barrel: Forged to contour from a proprietary steel blend with a Cerakote finish. Replace barrels or change calibers with ease thanks to its modularity and proprietary barrel nut.
Area 419 Muzzle Brake: Offers the ultimate in recoil reduction and muzzle rise
Action: Mechanically bedded stainless steel action with integral recoil lug
Bolt: Three-lug bolt with a 60-degree throw and floating bolt head
Bolt Knob: 5/16 - 24" removable bolt knob
Trigger: Adjustable single-stage Timney Elite Hunter with two-position safety
Picatinny Scope Base: 20 MOA/ 5.8 MRAD of elevation with four #10-32 bolts
Chassis Base: Allows for the mechanical bedding of the action with a metal-on-metal design that protects against change in weather conditions.
Attachment: M-LOK attachment at six positions along forend with one point on bottom of buttstock
Quick Detach: Ten M-LOK QD sling points
Integral ARCA Lock (RRS Spec): Continuous along the entire lower portion of rail
Bridge: Compatible with an extended pic rail and is compatible with Nightvision and Thermal Optics
Scalloped Cut: Allows for lower height over bore even with scopes with large objective lenses
AR-15 Grip Attachment: Interchangeable to accommodate the user’s preference of aftermarket grips
Ergonomic Thumb Rest: Left / Right adjustability to accommodate the user’s preference
Adjustable Buttstock: Offers length of pull and butt pad height adjustments without the need for tools
Adjustable Cheek Riser: For preferred height, yah and drift
Capacity: 10-round PMAG 10 7.62 AC – AICS Short Action magazine included.

Features

Area 419 HELLFIRE Muzzle Brake: Designed with rearward-facing ports for the ultimate in recoil reduction and muzzle rise mitigation
Cold-Hammer-Forged Barrel: Intense hydraulic pressure process that forms the most accurate and longest-lasting barrels attainable
ARCA Lock: RRS compatible locking system extends the length of the forend and allows for accessory attachment
Thumb Rest: Left/right adjustment allows users to set at the desired position for optimal ergonomics
Bolt-Action: Innovative Three-Lug Bolt with 60 Degree Bolt Throw to get off more shots faster
User-Configurable Stock: Allows for toolless adjustment of the comb’s height and yaw, length of pull and butt pad vertical adjustment
QD Points: Integrated quick-disconnect points for the attachment of slings
M-LOK: Features M-LOK attachment technology
AR-15 Compatible Grip: Ergonomic wrist angle and nonslip grip for comfort and control in all conditions
Barrier Stop: Prevents interference with the magazine and provides stability with surface contact

Delta 5 Pro, 16 in., .308, Varmint Specifications

Mounting System: M-LOK
Caliber: .308.Win
Muzzle Thread: 5 ⁄ 8 × 24 TPI (Threads Per Inch)
Barrel Length: 16 in. 1:10 in.
Barrel Profile: Varmint
Product Weight: 11.4 lbs.
Length: 36 ½ in.
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 10 7.62 AC
Case: Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case
Manufacturer: Daniel Defense, DanielDefense.com

Delta 5 Pro, 18 in., 6.5 Creedmoor, Varmint Specifications

Mounting System: M-LOK
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Muzzle Thread: 5 ⁄ 8 × 24 TPI (Threads Per Inch)
Barrel Length: 18 in 1:8 in
Barrel Profile: Varmint
Product Weight: 11.7 lbs.
Length: 38 ½ in.
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 10 7.62 AC
Case: Daniel Defense Full-Latch Impact Plastic Case
Manufacturer: Daniel Defense, DanielDefense.com

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