Featured First Look: Daniel Defense Pro Chassis System David Lane October 20, 2022 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. BEST $1,000 CHASSIS OF 2022? NEW from Daniel Defense comes the R700 Pro Chassis System for short action Remington 700 footprint rifles!The same chassis used for the Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro, but now fitting all R700 footprint rifles, this is a welcome addition to the chassis market.The Pro Chassis System is a drop-in replacement chassis for any R700 footprint rifle. Designed for long range competition, the chassis has a list of features such as adjustable thumb rest, integral ARCA Rail, and user-adjustable buttstock. The full-length ARCA rail is machined into the forend giving you lots of room to work with. On the underside of the forend are M-LOK slots in case you have M-LOK attaching accessories like bipods.A fully adjustable buttstock allows for length of pull and cheek rest adjustment to match your shooting style and stance. It even allows for height and yaw adjustment. This toolless design is easy to adjust in the field if needed.The forend also features a scalloped cut front end allowing for a lower height-over-bore even for scopes with large objective lenses. Currently, the chassis is offered in three colors, black, coyote tan, and olive drab. MSRP is $1,020 for the black and $1,196 for the coyote and olive drab.KEY FEATURES:CHASSIS BASE: Allows for the mechanical bedding of the action with a metal-on-metal design that protects against change in weather conditionsATTACHMENT: M-LOK attachment at six positions along forend with one point on bottom of buttstockQUICK DETACH: Ten QD sling swivel attachment pointsINTEGRAL ARCA LOCK (RRS/AREA 419 Spec): Continuous along the entire lower portion of railSCALLOPED CUT: Allows for lower height over bore even with scopes with large objective lensesAR-15 GRIP ATTACHMENT: Interchangeable to accommodate the user’s preference of aftermarket gripsERGONOMIC THUMB REST: Left / Right adjustability to accommodate the user’s preferenceADJUSTABLE BUTTSTOCK: Offers length of pull and butt pad height adjustments without the need for toolsADJUSTABLE CHEEK RISER: For preferred height, yaw and driftMAGAZINE: Accepts any AICS Short Action magazineSPECS:Length: 34.48″Length of Pull: 13.6″ to 14.9″Weight: 5.2 lbsFolding Stock: Non-foldingManufacturer: Daniel Defense Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
