# DPMS DP-15 Shortacle 5.56mm 10.5in Brace

**Brand:** DPMS
**Category:** AR Style Rifles
**Caliber:** 5.56 NATO

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 5.56 NATO
- **Barrel Length:** 10.5"
- **UPC:** 810141223080
- **SKU:** UCEGIw0ee

## Description

The DPMS DP-15 Shortacle is an AR-15-pattern pistol-configuration firearm chambered in 5.56mm with a 10.5-inch threaded barrel. It uses an M-LOK handguard and ships with a pistol brace rather than a stock; transfer of this configuration requires additional federal paperwork due to the short barrel. The platform accepts standard 30-round magazines.

### Key Specifications
- **Brand**: DPMS (Panther Arms)
- **Model**: DP-15 Shortacle
- **Caliber**: 5.56mm
- **Action**: Semi Auto
- **Barrel Length**: 10.5 inches (threaded)
- **Capacity**: 30-round magazine

### Detailed Features
- 10.5-inch threaded barrel for muzzle device attachment
- M-LOK handguard for accessory mounting
- Pistol brace included in place of a traditional stock
- AR-15-pattern lower accepts standard magazines
- CAR-configuration gas system

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

Owners of the DPMS DP-15 Shortacle typically pick it for its compact form with the 10.5-inch barrel and brace setup. The M-LOK handguard gets consistent approval for allowing light, foregrip, and panel configurations without the bulk of older quad-rail designs.

The threaded barrel is a regular positive note, since it makes adding a muzzle device straightforward. Some owners mention that brace fitment and adjustability vary and a few have swapped the included brace for a preferred aftermarket option.

DPMS has a mixed reputation in the budget-to-mid tier AR market. Most Shortacle owners report reliable function through standard 5.56mm loads, but a portion note that the factory trigger is serviceable rather than refined and view it as an early upgrade candidate.

## Pricing

**6 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Guns Com | $489.00 |
| Impactguns Com | $494.99 |
| Centerfiresystems Com | $497.99 |
| Buds Gun Shop | $509.49 |
| Classicfirearms Com | $511.79 |
| Deguns | $532.99 |

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