The Magpul PMAG D-60 drum magazine is a 60-round polymer magazine designed for AR-15 and M4 platforms chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO or .223 Remington. If you run an AR, you've probably thought about magazine capacity — the D-60 gives you the firepower of two standard 30-round mags in a single, drum-style package without the reload pause. The drum configuration keeps the overall height reasonable, so you're not dealing with an unwieldy brick of magazine, and it actually feeds reliably from prone positions.

Magpul engineered this one with their tough impact and crush-resistant polymer, so it'll handle the bumps and bangs of duty use, training, or field work. All internal and external components are corrosion-resistant, meaning the D-60 won't start rusting if it gets wet. The ratcheting loading lever is a game-changer for hand-loading — it takes the tension off the spring so you're not fighting the magazine when you're stuffing rounds in, and the feed tower works with standard USGI stripper clips and other common loaders. The bolt will lock back on the last round, and the mag seats fully on a closed bolt without any finicky adjustments.

You get real utility touches too. The translucent rear window lets you see your round count at a glance, and the paint-pen dot matrix on the back is there if you want to mark it up for inventory or load differentiation. Built tough enough to leave loaded for extended storage without degradation — no babying required. Compatible with AR-15, M4, SCAR variants, HK416, and similar NATO platforms.

Key Features

• 60-round capacity in a manageable drum profile
• Impact and crush-resistant polymer construction
• Corrosion-resistant components throughout
• Ratcheting loading lever for easy hand-loading
• Translucent rear window for round-count visibility
• Paint-pen dot matrix for custom marking
• Bolt hold-open feature on last round
• Compatible with USGI stripper clips and standard loaders
• Seats fully on closed bolt
• Reliable feeding from prone position
• Safe for long-term loaded storage

Specifications

Capacity	60 rounds
Caliber	5.56x45mm NATO / .223 Remington
Platform	AR-15 / M4 compatible
Material	Polymer (impact and crush resistant)
Finish	Corrosion-resistant coating
Style	Drum magazine

Frequently Asked Questions

What AR-15 platforms is the PMAG D-60 compatible with?

The D-60 is built for AR-15 and M4 systems, and it also works with other NATO platforms including SCAR variants, HK416, MR556, M27 IAR, and IWI Tavor rifles.

Can I load the magazine by hand without special tools?

Yes. The ratcheting loading lever reduces spring tension significantly, making hand-loading straightforward. The feed tower is also compatible with USGI stripper clips and other standard loading devices if you prefer to use those.

Will the magazine feed reliably when I'm shooting prone?

Yes. The drum configuration is designed to feed reliably even from the prone position, which is one of the advantages of the D-60 over tall box magazines.

Can I leave the magazine loaded for storage?

Yes. The D-60 is built to be stored fully loaded for the long term without any degradation of function or reliability.