M16

For other variants, see M16A1 and M16A4.

The M16 is an assault rifle featured in Call of Duty: Black Ops, Call of Duty: Black Ops: Declassified, Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Call of Duty: Black Ops III, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, Call of Duty: Mobile and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War.

Call of Duty: Black Ops[edit | edit source]

M16

Damage

100-80 (SP)
40-30 (MP)
100-70 (Zombies)

Damage Multipliers

Head: 1.4, Body: 1, Limbs: 1

Weapon Class

Assault Rifle

Magazine Size

30 rounds (45 with Extended Mag)

Tier

9

Unlocked

1

Starting Ammunition

30+630 (SP), 30+90 (MP)

Maximum Ammunition

30+660 (SP) (45+990 with Extended Mag)
30+240 (MP)
30+120 (Zombies)

Reload Time

2.03 loaded, 2.36 unloaded

Rate of Fire

750 RPM (SP)
937 per burst (459 overall) (MP & Zombies)

Recoil

Low, Very low (with ACOG Scope)

Recoil center speed

1200

Penetration

Moderate

Fire Mode

Automatic (SP), 3-round burst (MP)

Used by

SOG, USMC, Op 40

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Sound(s)

Original sound

w/ Suppressor

The M16 is fully-automatic in the campaign, similar to M16A4 in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. It is the starting weapon in "Operation 40", where it is equipped with an ACOG Scope and M203 Grenade Launcher. Also, a supressed M16 is seen in the hands of Carlos; M16s equipped with ACOG Scopes are held by Frank Woods, Joseph Bowman, and many other CIA agents throughout the mission as well. It is also the starting weapon in "S.O.G.", where it is equipped with a Masterkey. It can be found throughout "S.O.G." with different attachments. An M16 can also be found in "Crash Site" off the bodies of dead teammates. Overall, the M16 has low recoil, a high rate of fire, and medium damage.

Multiplayer[edit | edit source]

The M16 is a free weapon unlocked in one of the default classes at level 1, equipped with an ASP, and with the perks Scavenger, Steady Aim, and Second Chance.

The M16 is a higher damage weapon. One whole burst will usually suffice, but at longer ranges, an extra bullet may be required, thus an extra burst. The headshot multiplier allows for one less bullet, allowing for one accurate burst to kill an enemy from afar. This high damage is offset due to the M16 having the lowest "overall" RPM of all assault rifles, at a measly 459 RPM. The bullets shot in one burst will fly at 937 RPM. Both of these speeds are slower than the G11. The M16 has regular penetration.

In the accuracy department, the M16 is generally deemed inferior to the G11, and in general, accuracy is decent. The iron sights can confuse some users, and the recoil is high enough to throw off aim with consecutively shot bursts. Allowing a window of delay between bursts will allow this recoil to settle.

Handling of the M16 remains normal. ADS time is on par with the other assault rifles, and the hip-fire spread is a moderate size. However, the M16 has a very fast reload time, at 2.03 seconds regular, or 2.36 seconds for an empty reload. Reload cancelling can further hasten this already swift reload.

The M16 has the usual assortment of attachment options. Optical attachments can work very well with this weapon. For regular engagements, the Red Dot Sight or the Reflex Sight will serve better at medium range if the user dislikes the iron sights. The ACOG Scope works better at long range, and strangely, will reduce recoil instead of increase it, making it extremely accurate as a marksman-infantry hybrid weapon. The Infrared Scope, like the ACOG, actually decreases recoil and spread even further, effectively turning this weapon into a 3 round burst sniper. Keep in mind though, that Ghost Pro users will not show up on the scope, blending into the background..

Due to the M16's nature, Extended Mags and Dual Mags are often not as viable on the M16, as the M16 isn't hard-pressed for ammunition like the FAMAS or AUG, and the M16 doesn't necessarily chew up its magazine. If another attachment is needed, it's not recommended to use these over the other attachment.

The Suppressor will cut down on the M16's range, resulting in more hitmarkers compared to without. However, a player that finds themselves shooting more than 1 burst most of the time on an enemy will find minimal drawback from this attachment.

The underbarrel attachments are available, and can work very well on the M16 if close range prowess is wanted. The Masterkey and the Flamethrower prove to be very deadly up close. The drawbacks to both of these attachments should be considered, such as the Flamethrower being rendered useless against a Flak Jacket pro user, and the Masterkey's very low time to kill if the first shot misses. Also keep in mind that you cannot combine this with any other attachment with Warlord nor replenish niether of these attachments with Scavenger.

The Grenade Launcher will give a good medium-range weapon capable of clearing rooms or objective points with relative ease. However, its high cost, the inability to combine attachments with Warlord, and that you only get 2 grenades to use which cannot be replenished with Scavenger , make its use less popular.

In conclusion, the M16 is a very versatile weapon at medium ranges. What it lacks in close quarters combat, it makes up for it with great viability at gunfights from afar, and that the M16 is a free weapon to use. These aspects alone make it a commonplace weapon for players who prestige, and with players who just start playing the game.

Attachments[edit | edit source]

Zombies[edit | edit source]

The M16 is available in Zombies, it can be bought off the wall for 1200 points. Similar to Multiplayer it is a three-round burst weapon. Due to its burst nature, it can deal respectable headshot damage until around round 10, where it starts to lose its effectiveness rather quickly. Ammunition can be purchased from off the wall, and may be a common occurrence to do so, as the M16 only comes with 120 bullets to fire, alongside its low damage, which further encourages players to shoot more bullets.

When upgraded in the Pack-A-Punch Machine, it becomes the "Skullcrusher". It becomes fully automatic, allowing it to shoot at a rapid 937 RPM. It also gains an M203 Grenade Launcher, which is very effective for clearing out crowds of enemies. The M203 can have a maximum of up to 9 grenades in reserve (these are affected by Max Ammo pickups). Damage is also increased by a modest amount. Overall, the Skullcrusher has a lower damage output compared to other Assault Rifles, but the addition of the M203 can prove as a valuable asset.

Kino der Toten - To the right of the Power Switch.
"Five" - In the laboratories.
Ascension - Next to Speed Cola.
Call of the Dead - On the wall behind the Flinger.
Shangri-La - On the right side of the door leading to the power room (if coming from the Mine Cart entrance).
Moon - In Tunnel 6, right next to the door leading to the power room.

M16 vs Skullcrusher[edit | edit source]

	M16	Skullcrusher

Damage	100-70	150-100 (M203: 700 Direct Impact, 400-75 explosion)
Multiplier	head: x4 chest: x1 abdomen: x1	head: x5 chest: x1 abdomen: x1
Fire mode	3-round burst	Automatic
Rate of fire	937 RPM per burst, 459 RPM overall	937 RPM
Magazine size	30	30
Max ammo	120+30	270+30 (M203: 8+1)
Reload	2.03, 2.36 empty	2.03, 2.36 empty
Mobility	Medium	Medium
Extras		Higher damage, becomes fully automatic, more ammo, M203

Gallery[edit | edit source]

For camouflage images, see M16/Camouflage.

For attachment images, see M16/Attachments.

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Videos[edit | edit source]

ᴴᴰ Call of Duty Black Ops PC - M16 game-play on 'Jungle' 4K 60FPS

Call of Duty Black Ops M16 vs G11

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Call of Duty: Black Ops: Declassified[edit | edit source]

The M16 returns in Call of Duty: Black Ops: Declassified, using its Black Ops weapon model and burst fire mode.

Singleplayer[edit | edit source]

The M16 can be found in the hands of enemies in several missions. Although it is burst fire when used by the player, it is fully automatic when used by enemies. Its first appearance is in "Checking Out" where it is used by Viet Cong units.

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare[edit | edit source]

"Also returning to Call of Duty – the M16! This three-round burst Assault Rifle offers a little more damage than the ARX-160, but adds a slightly longer delay between bursts. It’s a great weapon to use on long sight-lines, just don’t get caught off guard from someone flanking you, and be prepared with a solid secondary weapon if they get too close. Like the AK47, the M16’s base weapon will be unlocked for use in Create a Class once you receive a variant in a Supply Drop or Advanced Supply Drop. Be on the lookout for the stats of the five unique variants when they release on Xbox One next week!"

— Sledgehammer Games description

The M16 returns in Advanced Warfare. It was first introduced to Xbox One players on September 1, 2015. In order to unlock the base M16, players must receive a supply drop variant first.