Description
The CMMG Dissent Mk4 upper is one of the more interesting takes on the AR platform to come along in a while. Instead of running a buffer tube and recoil spring back into the stock, CMMG tucked the entire action and recoil assembly inside the upper receiver with their patent-pending direct impingement Compact Action. That bufferless setup trims length and weight compared to a traditional build, and it pairs with any mil-spec compatible lower. A 1913 Picatinny rail end plate ships in place of the usual buffer tube, so you can hang a folding stock for a compact carbine or a sling mount for a pistol build.
Chambered in .22 ARC, this upper is built around a 16.1" barrel with a 1:7 twist, which is exactly what Hornady spec'd to stabilize the long, heavy high-BC bullets the cartridge was designed to throw. The .22 ARC uses the same 0.441" case head family as the 6mm ARC and 6.5 Grendel, and it's aimed at delivering roughly .22-250 performance out of a standard AR-15 action. Translation: flat trajectories, mild recoil in the neighborhood of .223, and enough reach to stay useful well past a few hundred yards. It's a natural fit for varmints, target work, and precision-style shooting at distance.
What the Dissent Mk4 Upper Brings to the Bench
The forward non-reciprocating side charging handle is a genuinely nice touch. You can run the bolt without coming off target or reaching over the optic, and the DI models come with a left-side charger standard (right-side handles are sold separately if you want to swap). The M-LOK handguard with a top Picatinny rail gives you plenty of real estate for optics, bipods, lights, and whatever else your setup calls for.
Tuning the .22 ARC Dissent Your Way
The adjustable gas block is what ties it all together. Whether you're running a can or just fine-tuning to a specific load, you can dial the gas exactly where you want it so the action isn't over- or under-gassed. It's the kind of feature that pays off once you settle on your favorite ammo. Every CMMG product is backed by their Lifetime Quality Guarantee against material and workmanship defects.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: CMMG
- Manufacturer Part Number: 28B940CTNG
- UPC: 810148627522
- Model: Dissent Mk4
- Caliber: .22 ARC
- Barrel Length: 16.1"
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Operating System: Compact Action, Direct Impingement (Bufferless)
- Receiver Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Handguard: M-LOK with Top Picatinny Rail
- Charging Handle: Forward Non-Reciprocating Left Side Charger
- Gas Block: Adjustable 0.750"
- Muzzle Threads: 1/2"x28
- Muzzle Device: Muzzle Brake
- Weight: Approx. 5.05 lb
- Warranty: CMMG Lifetime Quality Guarantee
What’s Included
- CMMG Dissent Mk4 .22 ARC complete upper receiver group
- 16.1" barrel with muzzle brake
- M-LOK handguard with top Picatinny rail
- Left-side forward non-reciprocating charging handle
- Adjustable gas block
- 1913 Picatinny rail end plate
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the CMMG Dissent .22 ARC upper work on my existing AR-15 lower?
Yes. The Dissent upper is designed to pair with any mil-spec compatible AR-15 lower receiver. Because it uses CMMG's bufferless Compact Action, you don't need a buffer tube in the lower; the included 1913 Picatinny rail end plate takes its place, which also lets you add a folding stock or sling mount.
What can you do with the .22 ARC cartridge in this Dissent upper?
The .22 ARC was engineered by Hornady to deliver roughly .22-250 performance out of a standard AR-15 action. With the 16.1" barrel and 1:7 twist stabilizing high-BC bullets, it shoots flat with mild recoil, making it a strong pick for varmints, target shooting, and precision work at extended range.
Is the side charging handle on the Dissent upper reversible?
The direct impingement Dissent models come with a left-side charging handle standard, and it's non-reciprocating so it stays put while you fire. If you'd prefer to run it on the right side, CMMG offers right-side charging handles separately as a swap.
Why does the Dissent Mk4 upper have an adjustable gas block?
The adjustable gas block lets you tune the amount of gas driving the action. That's especially handy if you plan to shoot suppressed or want to fine-tune the upper to a specific load, so the action isn't running over-gassed or under-gassed.





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