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The M-16 is more accurate (namely over long distances) due to the increased barrel length and resultant increase in velocity (which improves external ballistics). The M4 is lighter and easier to handle, meaning that it can be more effective in close quarters situations (the M-16's increased ranged accuracy can be somewhat moot in such situations).
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe guns are practically the same, and have their ups and downs. Really comes down to the situation.
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What is better the M16 or the M4 carbine airsoft gun?
The M4 CARBINE IS BETTER THAN THE M16.
Why is a m4 better than a m16 airsoft?
Most airsoft battles take place in close quarters which is what the m4 was made for. Unlike the m16 which was made for longer ranges
What is the primary assault weapon of the USMC because I heard they're trading the M16 in for the M4 is this true?
The M4 is a smaller version of the M16. It has less range, but it is better for urban combat.
What is best the M16 or M4?
Both guns are very excellent guns, but it just depends on the situation. If your in confined spaces, the m4 would be better due to its compactness; but if your outside, the m16 would be better due to its accuracy. Overall, I think the m16 is better, but that's just my opinion. Besides, there are better guns than the m16 series such as the m468 with its heavier round, and the scar with its interchangability between the 556 round and the 762 round.
Which has a greater range m4 or m16?
The M16 assault rifle has a greater range than the M4 carbine as a result of its 20-inch barrel, compared with 14.5 for the M4. The M16 can hit an area target out to 800 meters while the M4 is effective to 600 meters.
What is the difference between a M4 and M16?
M4 is the carbine- shorter barrel
Can an airsoft m4 look like an m16?
An M4 is a short barreled version of the M16, so yes, they can look quite similar.
What was made first the m4 carbine or the m16?
The M16. The M16 entered production in 1960. The M4 entered production in 1984, and was an improvement over the earlier XM-177 carbines.
Which gun is better m4 or m16?
They both have advantages and disadvantages over the other. Depends on the application, really.
Is the m16 still in use?
Yes, along with the carbine version of the M16, the M4.
Did they replase the m16 with the m4?
Not entirely. The Marines retained the M16, and most Army mech units opted for the M16A4 rather than the M4.
Is the m16 a real gun?
The M16 and the M4 are the US designations for the AR-15 pattern of rifles.
