M4A1 - Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer Weapon Guide

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The M4A1 is in the Assault Rifle category, and is fully automatic.

It is one of the first weapons you unlock in the game, at level 4. It is available immediately once you unlock create-a-class.

In real life, the M4A1 is indeed an Assault Rifle - originating from the United States.

The M4 is a shorter barrelled, more lightweight version of the M16. It was introduced in 1994, based directly on the M16A2 variant, and it entered service in 1997.

Compared to the M16, the shorter overall length makes it a more effective weapon for close quarters combat. While the shorter barrel does mean slightly less range and accuracy, the benefits in modern combat have proven to outweight any detriments.

As with the M16 rifle, the M4 fires the intermediate NATO standard 5.56mm x 45mm cartridge.

In-game, the iron sights are based on the flip-up sights used on the S-System M4 variant.

The key defining characteristic of the M4 in game is a fast rate of fire with moderate bullet damage.

In core mode, you will need to hit your target a few times before they go down - but due to the fast rate of fire, this normally isn't a problem.

Accuracy is more than sufficient - it's possible to kill targets from a considerable distance away without too much trouble.

Recoil is virtually non-existent. It's possible to stay on target even with sustained firing of the weapon.

The magazine capacity is as expected for a typical assault rifle - 30 rounds total, although with the high rate of fire this can be expended quite quickly.

Reloading times are mercifully short, however - so as long as you remember to reload between engagements you shouldn't find yourself running out halfway through a firefight.

In use, the iron sights are quite effective - much easier than the equivalent in COD4, and suitable for close range use or shooting across the map.

Using iron sights leaves your attachment slot open, so a silencer or grenade launcher can be used quite effectively.

All considered the M4 is a good all-round Assault Rifle, and a great starting choice.

While it may not excel in any one particular area, it's certainly possible to perform quite well with it.

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