The M16 has come a long way since its illustrious beginnings in Call of Duty 01, transforming into many a form factor along the way. While not for everyone, the M16 returns in powerful form this time around in Black Ops Cold War as a tactical rifle beloved for its ability to deliver near-instant kills at long range and, when equipped with the right attachments, functions as an all-around optimal killing machine.
MAXIMUM DAMAGE and ONE BURST "M16" in Cold War! (Best M16 Class Setup)
Below we'll discuss some of the best attachments you can equip with your M16, how they compare to the AUG, and whether there's a way to make the M16 fully automatic in Black Ops Cold War.
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This additional equipment is designed to minimize recoil, double the M16's long-range performance, where it already excels, and supplement some of the drawbacks of the burst fire mechanism with additional reload time.