A recent update for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone improved the old M16 a lot. Although the M16 isn’t from the current version of the game, some older guns are still receiving updates. The burst rifle still isn’t good enough to take over as the new meta, but the best M16 loadout is worth trying if you’re interested.
Modern Warfare 2 M16 gets buffed in Season 3 update
The April 16 update for Warzone season 3 improved the M16 in a few ways. However, it’s a Modern Warfare 2 weapon so be sure to look there for it when creating a loadout. Not many Warzone weapons are viable right now if they’re from the previous game. The M16 certainly isn’t the best, but it’s not bad either.
Here’s how the M16 changed in the recent update, according to the patch notes:
- Decreased horizontal and vertical recoil by 20%
- Decreased gun kick by 20%
- Decreased visual recoil by 18%
As you can see, the M16 went from a wild and difficult-to-control weapon to a nearly perfectly still one. Shooting it quickly and hitting targets is no longer an issue. Its biggest problem now is damage, which will require about three or four hits to down someone with full plates in Warzone. Keep an eye out for a damage buff in the future, as that’ll instantly make the M16 a top-tier option.
Best M16 loadout for Warzone Season 3
The newly buffed M16 from Modern Warfare 2 can be built out in a number of ways. However, this particular loadout will provide the best damage at all ranges and excellent recoil control. It’s extremely easy to use, so players of all skill levels can give it a shot.
- VT-7 Spiritfire Suppressor Muzzle
- 14″ Carbine Shroud Barrel
- Bruen Heavy Support Grip Underbarrel
- 60 Round Magazine
- JAK Glassless Optic or optic of your choosing
Try these attachments on the M16 and use it in the firing range. Make sure to put three armor plates on the dummies before firing. This will give you an idea of the time to kill before you waste your loadout on it in an actual match. You’ll find it’s not going to kill as quickly as the SOA Subverter or Holger 556, for example, but the accuracy and range might be worth it for some.
