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Contents

  • Infantry Classes
    • Field Upgrades
    • Assault
    • Engineer
    • Support
    • Recon
  • China Rising
    • China Rising Compendium
    • China Rising Maps
      • Dragon Pass
      • Guilin Peaks
      • Altai Range
      • Silk Road
    • Vehicles
    • Weapons
    • What's New?
  • Single Player Campaign
    • Basics
    • Baku
    • Shanghai
    • South China Sea
    • Singapore
    • Kunlun Mountains
    • Tashgar
    • Suez
    • Achievements
  • Battlefield Bootcamp
    • What’s New?
    • Getting Started
    • Multiplayer Tactics
    • Game Modes
    • Extended Play
  • Dragon's Teeth
    • Dragon's Teeth Compendium
    • Dragon's Teeth Maps
      • Sunken Dragon
      • Lumphini Garden
      • Propaganda
      • Pearl Market
    • Gadgets
    • Weapons
    • What's New
    • Introduction
  • Second Assault
    • Vehicles
    • Weapons
    • What's New?
    • Second Assault Compendium
    • Second Assault Maps
      • Operation Metro 2014
      • Operation Firestorm 2014
      • Gulf of Oman 2014
      • Caspian Border 2014
  • Vehicles
    • Vehicle Customization
    • Land
    • Sea
    • Air
    • Stationary Weapons
  • Weapons
    • Weapon Customization
    • Assault Rifles
    • Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs)
    • Light Machine Guns (LMGs)
    • Sniper Rifles
    • Carbines
    • Designated Marksman Rifles (DMRs)
    • Shotguns
    • Sidearms
    • Grenades
    • Knives
    • Battle Pickups
  • Multiplayer Maps
    • Altai Range (China Rising)
    • Caspian Border 2014 (Second Assault)
    • Dawnbreaker
    • Dragon Pass (China Rising)
    • Flood Zone
    • Golmud Railway
    • Guilin Peaks (China Rising)
    • Gulf of Oman 2014 (Second Assault)
    • Hainan Resort
    • Lancang Dam
    • Lost Islands (Naval Strike)
    • Lumphini Garden (Dragon's Teeth)
    • Nansha Strike (Naval Strike)
    • Operation Firestorm 2014 (Second Assault)
    • Operation Locker
    • Operation Metro 2014 (Second Assault)
    • Operations Mortar (Naval Strike)
    • Paracel Storm
    • Rogue Transmission
    • Pearl Market (Dragon's Teeth)
    • Propaganda (Dragon's Teeth)
    • Siege of Shanghai
    • Silk Road (China Rising)
    • Sunken Dragon (Dragon's Teeth)
    • Wave Breaker (Naval Strike)
    • Zavod 311
  • Naval Strike
    • Introduction
    • Video
      • Operations Mortar
      • Wave Breaker
      • Nansha Strike
      • Lost Islands
    • Naval Strike Maps
      • Operations Mortar
      • Wave Breaker
      • Nansha Strike
      • Lost Islands
    • Vehicles
    • Gadgets
    • Weapons
    • What's New?
    • Naval Strike Compendium
  • Battlefield Compendium
    • Achievements
    • Ranks
    • Assignments
    • Ribbons
    • Medals
    • Multiplayer Scoring
  • Patch Notes
    • Xbox 360/PS3 Patch Notes
    • PC Patch Notes
    • Xbox One/PS4 Patch Notes

Battlefield 4 Guide › Weapons

Assault Rifles

Assault rifles are the most versatile primary weapon available, useful in a variety of situations. All assault rifles can be equipped with a M320 Grenade Launcher, offering even more firepower capable of knocking down walls and damaging light-skinned vehicles. An underslung M26 MASS Shotgun attachment is also available. These rifles can only be accessed by the assault kit. Continue playing as the assault kit to boost your assault score, leading to more assault rifle unlocks.

Assault Rifle Unlock Progression

ImageNameScore
AK-12

0

SCAR-H

4,000

M416

11,000

SAR-21

19,000

AEK-971

28,000

FAMAS

37,000

AUG A3

48,000

M16A3

59,000

CZ-805

71,000

QBZ-95-1

N/A (Unlocked in campaign)

ACE 23

N/A (Unlocked by completing Assault Combat Expert Assignment)

Fundamentals

  • The assault rifles can only be equipped by the assault class. Although lengthy, they’re still compact enough to peek around corners.
  • Assault rifles inflict the most damage within 50 meters, but remain accurate well beyond 100 meters.
  • Consider equipping a 4X optic along with Canted ironsights, giving your rifle greater versatility when engaging opponents at various ranges.
  • If recoil is a problem, try the weapon’s semi-auto setting. If issues persist, attach an Angled Grip and Compensator.
  • Most assault rifles can accommodate the M320 grenade launcher or M26 MASS shotgun when the Underslung Rail is attached.

Assault Rifle Service Star

You earn an Assault Rifle Service Star for every 100 kills you score with each assault rifle.

AK-12

  • Ammo: 5.45x39mm
  • Rate of Fire: 650 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: Default Assault Rifle
  • The AK-12 is the latest assault rifle fielded by the Russian Army. Based largely on the AK-74’s design, the AK-12 features several exterior modifications including the integration of attachment rails, an adjustable buttstock, and a ambidextrous magazine release. As the first assault rifle available, it comes equipped with an Underslung Rail, KOBRA (RDS) optic, a Laser sight, and Ergo Grip.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

KOBRA (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

0

Laser Sight Accessory

0

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

0

Muzzle Brake Barrel

10

PSO-1 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

20

Canted ironsights Accessory

30

Angled Grip Underbarrel

40

Heavy Barrel Barrel

50

PK-A (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

60

Flashlight

Accessory

70

Bipod Underbarrel

80

Compensator Barrel

90

PKA-S (1X) Optic (Close Range)

100

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

110

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

120

PBS-4 Suppressor Barrel

130

M416

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 750 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: 2,000 Assault Rifle Score

The M416 was developed by a famous German weapons manufacturer as a more reliable version of the classic M16. The weapon is essentially a fusion of the M16 and the G36 Assault Rifles. The M416 is reliable and accurate, with a moderate recoil and rate of fire that makes for an effective all-around weapon.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HOLO (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

Suppressor Barrel

160

SCAR-H

  • Ammo: 7.62x51mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 600 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 20
  • Unlock: 1,000 Assault Rifle Score

Developed for the US SOCOM, the SCAR is a modular series of weapons available in multiple interchangeable calibers, barrel lengths, and configurations. This particular model has been configured as the heavy SCAR-H variant with a long barrel and chambered for the hard hitting 7.62mm NATO round.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HOLO (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

Suppressor Barrel

160

SAR-21

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 600 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: 3,000 Assault Rifle Score

The SAR-21 is manufactured in Singapore and has been fielded by the Singapore Armed Forces since 1999. Chambered in the universal 5.56x45mm NATO round, the SAR-21’s bullpup design makes is easy to maneuver in tight quarters, making it particularly effective during urban deployments. It also exhibits light recoil, making the rifle easy to control.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Coyote (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

JGM-4 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

PRISMA (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HD-33 (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

LS06 Suppressor Barrel

160

AEK-971

  • Ammo: 5.45x39mm
  • Rate of Fire: 900 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: 4,000 Assault Rifle Score

The AEK-971 was developed as a possible successor to the AK-74 series of assault rifles and features a unique recoil reduction system. The AEK-971ʹ’s high rate of fire makes it excellent in close quarters but difficult to control. Shooters should switch to semi-automatic or 3-round burst for longer ranges.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

KOBRA (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

PSO-1 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

PK-A (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

PKA-S (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

PBS-4 Suppressor Barrel

160

FAMAS

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 1,000 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 25
  • Unlock: 5,000 Assault Rifle Score

The FAMAS is the standard-issue assault rifle of the French military. It is chambered in the 5.56mm NATO round and features a compact, bullpup configuration ideal for operating in close-quarters environments. The rifle has a blazing rate of fire, resulting in harsh recoil. An Angled Grip and Compensator can help mitigate muzzle climb, making it easier to keep the weapon on-target.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HOLO (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

Suppressor Barrel

160

AUG A3

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 1,000 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: 6,000 Assault Rifle Score

This 5.56 bullpup design was developed in the 1970s and features high modularity while being fully ambidextrous. Since its adoption as the standard rifle of the Austrian army in 1977, it has seen great success as an export, with a high number of global users praising its ruggedness and excellent handling.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HOLO (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

Suppressor Barrel

160

M16A3

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 800 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: 7,000 Assault Rifle Score

The third generation M16 has been upgraded with a RIS (Rail Interface System) for mounting accessories and is capable of burst and semi-automatic fire. Available to front line units engaged in urban combat, the M16A3ʹ’s low recoil makes it capable all-around weapon.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Reflex (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

ACOG (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

M145 (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HOLO (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

Suppressor Barrel

160

CZ-805

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 700 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: 8,000 Assault Rifle Score

This Czech-manufactured assault rifle was selected to replace the aging Sa vz. 58 by the Czech Armed Forces in 2010. Chambered in the 5.56mm NATO round, the CZ-805 is constructed from durable, lightweight alloy and polymer components and features three selectable fire modes, including a two-round burst.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

KOBRA (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

PSO-1 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

PK-A (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

PKA-S (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

PBS-4 Suppressor Barrel

160

QBZ-95-1

  • Ammo: 5.8x42mm DAP-87
  • Rate of Fire: 650 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: Campaign Unlock

This modified variant of the widely deployed Chinese QBZ-95 is chambered to accommodate the heavy DAP-87 round. The rifle also features several exterior alterations to improve operations and ergonomics. Like other bullpup-configured assault rifles, the QBZ-95-1’s compact size makes it ideally suited for operation in close-quarter environments.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Coyote (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

JGM-4 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

PRISMA (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HD-33 (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

LS06 Suppressor Barrel

160

ACE 23

  • Ammo: 5.56x45mm NATO
  • Rate of Fire: 770 rpm
  • Magazine Capacity: 30
  • Unlock: Assault Combat Expert Assignment

The ACE 23 is just one variant of the ACE family of firearms, fielded by military and police forces throughout Central and South America. Constructed of durable composite materials, the ACE 23 offers a good balance of accuracy and stability, making it a well-rounded assault rifle with various customization options.

Unlock Progression

ImageAttachmentSlotKills

Underslung Rail Underbarrel

0

Coyote (RDS) Optic (Close Range)

10

Laser Sight Accessory

20

Ergo Grip Underbarrel

30

Muzzle Brake Barrel

40

JGM-4 (4X) Optic (Medium Range)

50

Canted ironsights Accessory

60

Angled Grip Underbarrel

70

Heavy Barrel Barrel

80

PRISMA (3.4X) Optic (Medium Range)

90

Flashlight

Accessory

100

Bipod Underbarrel

110

Compensator Barrel

120

HD-33 (1X) Optic (Close Range)

130

Magnifier (2X) Accessory

140

Stubby Grip Underbarrel

150

LS06 Suppressor Barrel

160

Battlepacks are available for this class of weapon at the following kill counts: 210, 310, 360, 410, 460 and 510.

  • FLIR [IR 2x]
  • PRISMA [3.4x]
  • JGM-4 [4x]
  • COYOTE [RDS]
  • Folding Grip
  • Potato Grip
  • Green Laser Sight
  • LS06 Suppresor
  • PBS-4 Suppressor
  • Laser/Light Combo
  • R2 Suppressor
  • Tactical Light
  • Tri Beam Laser
  • HD-33 [1x]
  • Flash Hinder
  • Vertical Grip
  • IRNV [IR 1x]
  • KOBRA [RDS]
  • PKA-S [1x]
  • PK-A [3.4x]
  • PSO-1 [4x]

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