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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 – Best M16 Loadout

Screenshot showing inspection of the M16 in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.

This guide details the best M16 loadout in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II‘s multiplayer is finally available to play. Most fans have already played Modern Warfare 2‘s Campaign via early access. But now players are keen to get stuck into the multiplayer.

Modern Warfare 2 has revamped the Call of Duty multiplayer formula in a number of ways. And some of the changes have divided the fanbase. Be it the changes to the mini-map or perk system, there’s definitely a sense that not everything is perfect in the new game.

However, one area that fans are almost universally happy with is the guns. They look and sound great, and the new levelling up/unlock system is a welcome innovation.

Thankfully, Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer provides players with a decent selection of guns and weapons to play around with. And, as always, some are better than others.

The M16 assault rifle.

Already, there are guns that are proving more popular than others. And one of these is the M16.

The M16 is an assault rifle which has been featured in six main Call of Duty games, including Modern Warfare 2 most recently.

It features a powerful 3-round burst, which makes it effective at killing targets quickly. The M16 is unlocked by levelling the 556 Icarus to level 13.

The M16 – paired with the right attachments – is also a solid choice in multiplayer.

So, what is the best M16 loadout in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer? Keep reading if you want to find out…

Best M16 Loadout in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

Before we take a look at the best M16 loadout, it is important to mention that what works best for the average player won’t necessarily work best for you.

It’s dependent on a number of factors including your play style, experience, and overall skill level. The attachments listed in this article are simply a recommendation. But they should give you the edge.

It’s also worth noting that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has only recently been released. That means we should get a clearer picture of which attachments work best with the M16 over the coming weeks.

Best M16 loadout in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer:

Muzzle – Forge-Tac Castle Comp

Optic – Cronen Mini Red Dot

Stock – Demo Fade Pro Stock

Rear Grip – Sakin ZX Grip

Underbarrel – FTAC Ripper 56

The M16 equipped with our suggested attachments.

Primarily, you need the M16 to be accurate as it already packs a punch. But in the gun’s standard form, its recoil can be a real challenge.

So, this loadout is all about making the gun more accurate and stabilising its frustrating recoil. This combination of attachments will enable you to deal heavy damage with great accuracy during engagements at a medium distance.

Do you like the M16 in Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer? Do you have a better suggested loadout? Let us know in the comment section below and don’t forget to check out our other gaming articles…

Joe Harby

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Joe is one of the editors and founders of Downtime Bros and an accredited critic. He has more than a decade of experience in journalism and communications. He is passionate about everything in the worlds of gaming, movies, and TV, as demonstrated by the countless words he has written about them. He is overly proud of his Bloodborne platinum trophy and plays too much Call of Duty. Follow him on Twitter and check out his reviews on OpenCritic.

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