Published: September 22, 2026 
The M4 is a lightweight 5.56x45mm assault rifle built around versatility and adaptability. It supports automatic and semi-automatic fire and offers a wide selection of optics, grips, magazines, and muzzle attachments for different combat setups.
Weapon Details
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Assault Rifles |
| Availability | Vendor |
| Role XP | Infantry |
| Caliber | 5.56x45mm |
| Fire Mode | Automatic, Semi-Automatic |
| Inventory Slot | Primary, Secondary |
| Tier | S-Tier |
| Description | Lightweight and iconically adaptable. |
Overview
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | 2,800 Cash |
| Weight | 2.92 kg |
| Inventory Size | 5×2 |
| Unlock Level | Level 1 |
| Rate of Fire | 800 RPM |
| Muzzle Velocity | 910 m/s |
| Effective Range | 500 m |
| Accuracy | 0.84 |
| Melee Damage | 35 |
| ADS Time | 0.49 s |
| Length | 80 cm |
| Zeroing Range | 100–500 m |
| ADS Zoom | 1.2× |
| Recoil Yaw | -22.5° to 22.5° |
| Recoil Pitch | 45° |
| Random Deviation | 10° |
| Requires Rechamber | No |
Damage
| Caliber | Base Damage | Suppression |
|---|---|---|
| 5.56x45mm | 28 | 0.12 |
Damage Falloff
| Distance | Damage Multiplier |
|---|---|
| 0 m | 1× |
| 500 m | 1× |
| 1200 m | 0.2× |
Use Case
The M4 is designed for players who want a versatile assault rifle that can handle close, medium, and longer-range engagements. Its 800 RPM fire rate, 910 m/s muzzle velocity, and 500 m effective range make it suitable for a variety of combat situations.
Automatic fire works well when enemies are closer, while semi-automatic fire gives you more control at longer distances. The rifle's extensive attachment selection also lets you build it around your preferred engagement range and playstyle.
Tips
- Use automatic fire in close-to-mid-range fights when you need sustained damage.
- Switch to semi-auto at longer distances for more controlled shots.
- Take advantage of the 500m effective range when fighting across open areas.
- Pair the rifle with an appropriate optic based on your expected engagement distance.
- Use a foregrip or bipod if you want to build around more controlled shooting.
- Consider a larger magazine when expecting prolonged firefights.
Attachments
There are plenty of attachments to choose from for the M4.
Optics
- 2.5x Combat Optic
- 3x Tactical Prism Scope
- 4x Combat Prism Scope with Reflex
- CGM4 Scope
- CQ-2x Prism Combat Scope
- Compact T-2 Red Dot
- Four Reticle Reflex
- Holographic Sight
- Kobra Reflex
- MMGL Sight
- OKP 7 Reflex
- Spectr 4x
- Spitfire 3X
- Tricon 1.5x Compact Prism Scope
- Vektor Frenix-X Micro Reflex Sight
Magazine
- STANAG 20 RND Magazine
- STANAG 30 RND Magazine (M4)
- STANAG 30 RND Magazine
- STANAG 60 Magazine
Underbarrel
- Hybrid Grip Pod
- M249 Bipod
- PKM Bipod
- Pro Tilt Bipod
- SKS Bipod
- SV98 Bipod
- SVD Bipod
- 45 Degree Angled Foregrip
- AFG Angled Foregrip
- Angled Tactical Foregrip
- CQR Tactical Front Rail Grip
- Mini Angled Foregrip
- RK6 Tactical Foregrip
- RVG Vertical Foregrip
- Rubberized Ergonomic Foregrip
- Shift Foregrip
- TDG Vertical Foregrip
Muzzle
- 3 Prong Flash Hider
- 3-Chamber Brake
- Ballista Brake
- Hexagon Brake
- Orpheus Max Brake
- Tread Brake
- AR Multi-Caliber Suppressor
- RC-556 Suppressor
Compatible Ammunition
| Ammunition | Type | Caliber | Base Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.56mm Armor Piercing (AP) | Armor Piercing | 5.56x45mm | 28 |
| 5.56mm Armor Piercing (AP) (Tracer) | Armor Piercing | 5.56x45mm | 28 |
| 5.56mm Flesh Damage (HP) | Hollow Point | 5.56x45mm | 28 |
| 5.56mm Flesh Damage (HP) (Tracer) | Hollow Point | 5.56x45mm | 28 |
| 5.56mm Standard (FMJ) (Tracer) | Full Metal Jacket | 5.56x45mm | 28 |
| 5.56x45mm (Tracer) | Full Metal Jacket | 5.56x45mm | 28 |
Unlocked By
The M4 unlocks at Level 1 and costs 2,800 Cash. It is available under the Assault role.
The supplied ammunition data lists a cost of 100,000 for the 5.56x45mm ammunition entry.
Skins
The M4 has two available skins:
- M4 (Digital Wood) - Digital Wood
- M4 (Two Tone Desert) - Two Tone Desert
Handling
Lore
"This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine."
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