Description
Most AR-15s are stuck with a buffer tube hanging off the back, which means no true folding stock. CMMG solved that with the DISSENT MK4. Its patented Compact Action moves the entire recoil system into the upper receiver, so the buffer tube is gone completely. The result is a 5.56 NATO rifle that folds down to under 26 inches for the truck, the safe, or a backpack, and shoots noticeably smoother than you'd expect from a standard direct impingement gun.
What Sets the DISSENT MK4 Apart
The forward-mounted side charging handle is non-reciprocating and reversible, so you can run it from either side and charge the rifle without breaking your grip or coming off target. The DISSENT side folding stock gives you 8 length of pull positions, 3 cheek riser heights, and 3 QD sling sockets, so getting a solid cheek weld behind an optic is quick work. CMMG's Zeroed drop-in single stage trigger and 60/90 degree ambi safety come standard, and the whole package weighs in at 6.7 pounds.
Built to Run Suppressed or Bare
The 16.1 inch 4140 chrome moly barrel wears a salt bath nitride finish, a 1:7 twist that stabilizes everything from 55 to 77 grain loads, and 1/2×28 threading with CMMG's Zeroed muzzle brake installed. The adjustable gas block is the real gem here. Dial it down for a suppressor or tune it to your favorite ammo and the gun stays soft and flat either way. Up front, the 15 inch M-LOK handguard with a full-length top Picatinny rail leaves plenty of room for lights, lasers, and hand stops.
Why the DISSENT MK4 Earns Its Spot
Between the forged 7075-T6 receivers, the Midnight Bronze Cerakote finish, and CMMG's lifetime quality guarantee, this rifle is built to be a keeper rather than a safe queen. If you've been waiting for an AR that folds, tunes, and charges like a modern rifle should, the DISSENT MK4 delivers on all three counts.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: CMMG
- Manufacturer Part Number: 55A1A0B-MB
- UPC: 810103479975
- Caliber: .223 REM/5.56 NATO
- Action: Semi-Auto, Compact Action Direct Impingement (Bufferless)
- Barrel Length: 16.1 in
- Barrel Material: 4140 Chrome Moly Steel, Salt Bath Nitride Finish
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Muzzle Device: CMMG Zeroed Muzzle Brake, 1/2×28 Threads
- Gas System: Adjustable Gas Block, Mid-Length
- Capacity: 30 + 1
- Stock: DISSENT Side Folding, 8 LOP Positions, 3 Cheek Heights
- Trigger: CMMG Zeroed Drop-In Single Stage
- Safety: CMMG Zeroed 60/90 Degree
- Weight: 6.7 lbs
- Finish: Midnight Bronze Cerakote
What’s Included
- CMMG DISSENT MK4 rifle
- 30-round magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the CMMG DISSENT MK4 work without a buffer tube?
CMMG's patented Compact Action houses the entire recoil system inside the upper receiver instead of a rear buffer tube. It still runs a familiar direct impingement gas system, so the manual of arms feels like any other AR. The big payoff is that the stock can fold flat against the receiver and the rifle will still cycle and fire.
Is the DISSENT MK4 a good choice for suppressed shooting?
It's one of the better factory options out there for it. The adjustable gas block lets you turn the gas down to compensate for the added back pressure of a can, which keeps the gun running clean and soft. The 16.1 inch barrel comes threaded 1/2×28 with a Zeroed muzzle brake, so swapping to a suppressor or mount is straightforward.
Can the charging handle on the DISSENT MK4 be switched for left-handed use?
Yes. The forward-mounted side charging handle is reversible and can be set up on either the left or right side of the handguard. It's also non-reciprocating, so it stays put while you shoot and you can work the bolt without lifting your head off the stock.
How adjustable is the folding stock on this rifle?
Quite a bit more than a standard carbine stock. It offers 8 length of pull positions, 3 cheek riser heights, and 3 QD sling sockets, so you can fit it to your build and your optic height. Folded, the rifle shrinks to roughly 26 inches overall, which makes storage and transport a lot easier.





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