# CMMG Dissent 6.5 Grendel Compact Rifle, 10RD, Precision Trigger

**Brand:** CMMG
**Category:** Semi-Automatic Rifles
**Caliber:** 6.5 Grendel

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 6.5 Grendel
- **Barrel Length:** 16.1"
- **Capacity:** 10 rounds
- **Weight:** 128 oz
- **Overall Length:** 38.1"
- **UPC:** 840442500443
- **SKU:** UCEnNb56h

## Description

The CMMG Dissent is a compact rifle chambered in 6.5 Grendel, built around a cross-bolt safety and a zeroed drop-in single stage trigger. At 8 lbs. with a 16.1-inch barrel and 38.1 inches overall, it's maneuverable enough for field use while still delivering the reach the 6.5 Grendel round provides.

### Key Specifications
- **SKU**: 2024036438
- **UPC**: 840442500443
- **Condition**: New in Box
- **Safety**: Cross-Bolt Safety Mechanism
- **Trigger**: Zeroed Drop-In Single Stage Trigger  
- **Grip**: Standard Grip Design  
- **Weight**: 8 lbs  
- **Length**: 38.1 inches  
- **Barrel Twist Rate**: 1 in 7 inches  
- **Barrel Length**: 16.1 inches  
- **Capacity**: 10 Round Magazine  
- **Caliber**: 6.5 Grendel  
- **MPN**: 64A190CCT  
- **Model Name**: Dissent  
- **Brand**: CMMG  

### Detailed Features
The 6.5 Grendel paired with a 1-in-7 twist and 16.1-inch barrel gets solid long-range performance out of a compact package. The caliber pushes past what standard AR-platform cartridges offer at distance without making the rifle unwieldy.

The zeroed drop-in single stage trigger has a crisp pull that helps with shot control. It's a practical upgrade over a mil-spec trigger for anyone who cares about precision.

The cross-bolt safety is simple and reliable, accessible for shooters at any experience level.

At 8 lbs. the Dissent holds up well during extended range sessions or field carry without becoming a burden.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> These stocks are wildly overpriced, so they contribute a lot to the price tag of the Descent, and they're just terrible. Really uncomfortable, really flimsy, demands immediate replacement.
>
> — [Hop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR6Mn_DS7Ys&t=348s)

> Their ambidextrous selector is very stiff. It's too thin and has sharp checkering. It's just painful and difficult to use.
>
> — [Hop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR6Mn_DS7Ys&t=387s)

> I don't think there's a single thing the Descent 9 doesn't do better than the MP5 platform, except it's not as fashionable.
>
> — [Hop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR6Mn_DS7Ys&t=622s)

> This gun works extremely well and it shoots great. It is my favorite PCC that I've ever shot, but it ends up being the king of a really niche category that not a lot of people care about.
>
> — [Hop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR6Mn_DS7Ys&t=670s)

> The downside is that you do feel the trigger slap. And if you have a high round count range session, it's not going to feel great.
>
> — [Hop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR6Mn_DS7Ys&t=438s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

Owners of the CMMG Dissent in 6.5 Grendel generally like the rifle but come at it with realistic expectations.

The compact form and handling are frequently praised. The configuration makes it easy to maneuver in tight spaces or dense terrain, and shooters appreciate that it doesn't feel like a compromise on a full-size platform.

The trigger draws consistent positive comments. The crisp single stage pull is one of the features owners mention most when describing why they enjoy shooting it.

The 10-round magazine capacity is the most common criticism. Shooters comparing it to higher-capacity rifles in the same class find the limitation notable, especially for competitive or range use.

Ammunition cost and availability for 6.5 Grendel come up regularly. The round's ballistics are well-regarded, but it costs more and is harder to find than common calibers like .223 or .308. That's a real consideration for high-volume shooters.

Overall, the Dissent gets recommended for hunting and tactical applications where its compact size and the Grendel's reach are genuine advantages. Shooters who need higher capacity or cheaper ammo tend to point out those trade-offs directly.

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