Description
CMMG has never been a company that builds the same rifle everyone else does, and the Dissent BR4 proves it. Instead of a buffer tube and a standard charging handle, the BR4 runs CMMG's patented Compact Action, which keeps the whole operating system tucked inside the upper receiver. That frees up the back end for a Magpul SGA stock, the same pattern used on Remington 870 shotguns, so the rifle shoulders more like a traditional sporting gun while feeding from standard 5.56 AR magazines. It ships with two 10 round Magpul PMAGs in the box.
A Closer Look at the Dissent BR4's Barrel and Trigger
This version wears a 16.1 inch EMPIRE profile non-threaded barrel with a recessed crown, which protects the rifling at the muzzle and gives the rifle a clean, finished look up front. The chrome moly barrel carries a 1:7 twist, so it stabilizes everything from light varmint loads to heavier 77 grain match ammo. Behind it sits CMMG's ZEROED single stage trigger, tuned for the BR4 lower, breaking at a crisp 4.5 pounds with a match grade feel that holds up to hard primers. The direct impingement gas system includes an adjustable gas block, so you can fine tune the rifle to your preferred ammunition.
Controls That Work From Either Shoulder
The BR4 borrows the best of CMMG's ZEROED control setup. The forward mounted, non-reciprocating side charger is reversible, the cross-bolt safety sits right above the trigger and can be swapped for left handed use, and the mag release is ambidextrous with an oversized bolt catch for good measure. Everything falls under your fingers naturally whether you run it righty or lefty.
Why the CMMG BR4 Earns a Spot in the Safe
At 7.7 pounds with a 36.7 inch overall length, the BR4 balances nicely for range days, predator hunts, or home defense duty. The 7075-T6 aluminum receivers and 13.5 inch M-LOK handguard keep it rugged without adding bulk, and CMMG backs the whole thing with a lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. It is a smartly engineered rifle that stands apart from the sea of look-alike carbines.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: CMMG
- Model: Dissent BR4
- MPN: 55A830B-AB
- UPC: 840442502256
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO / .223 Rem
- Action: Semi-Auto, Direct Impingement Compact Action
- Barrel Length: 16.1 in, EMPIRE profile, non-threaded with recessed crown
- Barrel Finish: Black Nitride
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Capacity: 10+1
- Trigger: ZEROED single stage, approx. 4.5 lb pull
- Safety: Reversible cross-bolt
- Stock: Magpul SGA (Remington 870 pattern)
- Handguard: 13.5 in M-LOK
- Receiver Material: 7075-T6 Aluminum
- Overall Length / Weight: 36.7 in / 7.7 lbs
What’s Included
- CMMG Dissent BR4 rifle
- Two 10-round Magpul PMAG magazines
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the CMMG Dissent BR4 take standard AR-15 magazines?
Yes. The BR4 lower is built to accept standard 5.56 AR pattern magazines, so all your existing PMAGs and USGI mags will run in it. This model ships from the factory with two 10-round Magpul PMAGs.
Is the Dissent BR4 friendly for left-handed use?
It is one of the more lefty-friendly rifles out there. The non-reciprocating forward side charger is reversible, the cross-bolt safety above the trigger can be flipped for left-hand operation, and the mag release is ambidextrous. You can set it up to run naturally from either shoulder.
Can I swap the stock on the BR4?
Yes. Because the Compact Action keeps the recoil system inside the upper receiver, there is no buffer tube, and the BR4 uses a Magpul SGA stock cut for the Remington 870 pattern. Any 870-compatible SGA stock option will fit, which opens up a lot of fit and color choices.
What kind of trigger does the CMMG BR4 come with?
It runs CMMG's ZEROED single stage drop-in trigger cassette with a linkage adapted for the BR4 lower. The pull breaks around 4.5 pounds with a clean, match grade feel, while still delivering enough strike for tough primers. Most folks find it a big step up from a standard mil-spec trigger.





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