Sure it isn't like the Type 95 but when used correctly the M16 is a good. Use it at range. It is NOT a run and gun weapon. Not saying it isn't underpowered. You just have to use is correctly.

I actually like the M16 but if you are in a CQ battle you are pretty much screwed so accuracy is key. I think I actually prefer using it over the type 95 it's only let down for me is the sound of the gun, to me it sounds like someone is rubbing a cup across metal bars..... Yuk!

I got mine to Gold, it's nothing like in previous CODs. It was short of torture, but recently I picked one up when I ran out of ammo, and I liked it. I think it was because I was sniping and I was still in a sniping mindset when I picked it up. So I think I'm gonna use it again and try to play with it like I'm sniping.

I find myself getting hit markers more than not. I loved this gun in other cods, but realize it's not nearly as good in this one. I don't even bother with it since I got it to the 2.5k mark, the t95 out classes it in every way except range... But why bother?! Both still take 2pulls at range!

I agree and actually used it for the sake of getting the m16 1K kills callsign, and during the process I'd say it is really underpowered that I wanted to reach the 1K kills faster so that I can dispose off the M16 sooner.

True, you can still make good plays out of the M16 but you will not be dominating the games most of the time. And it easily pisses you off when you get owned by any other weapon in a shoot out. It is hardest the most when the enemy is moving because it requires multiple burst and during these bursts a return fire from an automatic easily downs you. Most of the maps are close quarters so you may have to move slow to get the range the M16 is good for but you'll end up with less kills.

MW3 should have just maintained how M16 is in COD4 or MW2 which made this a fav weapon in those series. But am getting bored of using the weapons in MW3 and already got the 2.5K kills callsign in all ARs, so I think I'll give it a shot again, but only to get the 2.5K kills callsign.

here's tips and tricks on the M16.

1. Use it in Hardcore. the M16A4 is very powerful when you'r using it in hardcore team deathmatch, domination, SnD, etc. It takes 1 bullet to kill close/medium range, and 1-2 burst to kill long range.

2. Use Rapid Fire. The M16A4 has a 780rpm per burst but if you add the burst waiting time, it's 520rpm. Adding Rapid Fire significantly change the rpm positively.

3. Use Optics. The M16 iron sights is decent but ugly. Although it's workable just by itself, most people tnds to add red dot, Acog, or Thermal. Thermal is the most recommended.

4. Use it as a counter-sniper rifle. With just 4 shots to kill and being burst fire, it's best to use it in stationary areas such as the large tree stump on Village, the room in Lockdown and Fallen, etc.

5. Use Overkill perk. No matter how good you are at taking down enemies while on the high grounds, you're going to need to get there and take out a few enemies standing your way. So I advice you to use Overkill perks and add a SMG (I prefer the UMP .45) or an Assault Rifle. Using an Overkill perk, you can use your SMG or an assault rifle to win CQB and still use the M16 later.

heres my tip. Hope you can use it and get kills with it