M16A1

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Weapon m16a1.svg Class Assault.png Assault
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Damage Base Headshot × Chest × Stomach × Leg × Arm × Bayonet Rifle Grenades
37 ×2.5 = 92.5 ×1.2 = 44.4 ×1.15 = 42.55 ×0.8 = 29.6 ×0.75 = 27.75 YES NO
Designation Weapon Type Fire Modes Fire Rate Bullet Spread ° Range Modifier Muzzle Velocity Projectile weight Weight
M16A1 Assault Rifle Auto+Semi 750 RPM 7.17° & 1.15° ADS 0.955 960 m/s 12.3g (189.818 gr) 2.89 kg (6.37 lbs)
Full name Ammo Type Place of Origin Date Armory Barrel Length Total Length Weapon Script Name
Rifle, Caliber 5.56 mm, M16 5.56mm USA 1959 Colt and Many Other 20 in (508 mm) 38.81 in (986 mm) weapon_m16a1

The M16A1 rifle, an iconic firearm of the Vietnam War era, played a significant role in shaping the conflict's narrative. Introduced in the early 1960s as the standard-issue weapon for American troops, the M16A1 initially faced challenges due to design flaws and inadequate maintenance procedures. However, it eventually became emblematic of the war's modernized approach to infantry tactics.

Its lightweight and high rate of fire provided soldiers with a distinct advantage in the dense jungles of Vietnam, enabling rapid maneuverability and suppressing enemy positions effectively. Despite initial setbacks, improvements in manufacturing and training led to widespread adoption and acceptance among troops.