America's Army/M4A1 Rifle

When firing the M4, whether to fire full auto or semi-auto is your choice. Most people prefer to fire semi at long/medium range and auto at medium/short range, but really it is your preference.

When firing full auto at mid to long range and at the longer of the short ranges, fire aimed shots and fire bursts of 3-5 rounds. Make sure you bring the scope back on target after each shot.

When firing semi-auto, aim each shot. Unless you are surprised and/or firing semi at short range/close quarters, fire each shot seperately. After taking a shot, pull the sight back on target. At long range, aim for the body. If the head is large enough, feel free to put the sight there.

Remember, practice, practice, practice. The firing range is there for you even after completing training. Type "mpcheat changeclass m4a1", or "mpcheat changeclass sf" (without the quotes) for an M4. If you want to play AA but are having a bad day or don't have the time or access to play online, go to the range.

~ETG

As far as I have seen, the M4 is remarkably inaccurate for an assault rifle. Especially do not use Automatic fire unless you are in CQB or want to harmlessly plink bullets around someone. This does indeed lower their Combat Effectiveness Meter, but it still is not worth the expenditure of ammunition and exposure. If one plays Weapons Cache, you will undoubtably find people who will empty their magazines at 50 meters to hit with only two bullets. Use the Semi-Auto setting and close range when possible.

- Ferrard

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