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{{Disambiglink|This article is about the weapon. For the mission in [[Grand Theft Auto V]], see [[Carbine Rifles]].}}
:''Not to be confused with [[Carbine Rifles]], a [[Heists|heist]] setup in [[GTA V]].''
 
 
{{Infobox weapon
 
{{Infobox weapon
 
|name = Carbine Rifle
 
|name = Carbine Rifle
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|aka = M4 <small>([[3D Universe]])</small><br>M16 <small>([[Grand Theft Auto III|GTA III]])</small>
 
|image = CarbineRifleGTAV.png
 
|image = CarbineRifleGTAV.png
 
|games = ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City|GTA Vice City]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas|GTA San Andreas]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories|GTA Liberty City Stories]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories|GTA Vice City Stories]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]<br>[[The Lost and Damned]]<br>[[The Ballad of Gay Tony]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars|GTA Chinatown Wars]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto V]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''
 
|games = ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City|GTA Vice City]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas|GTA San Andreas]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories|GTA Liberty City Stories]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories|GTA Vice City Stories]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]<br>[[The Lost and Damned]]<br>[[The Ballad of Gay Tony]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars|GTA Chinatown Wars]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto V]]<br>[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''
 
|slot = Assault Rifle
 
|slot = Assault Rifle
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|damage = 32 <small>(per shot)</small> {{Gtav pedhealth}} <small>([[GTA V]])</small>
|damage = High
 
 
|weight = Medium
 
|weight = Medium
 
|ammo = {{*}} 60 rounds <small>(GTA III)</small><br>{{*}} 30 rounds <small>(VC, LCS, VCS, GTA IV)</small><br>{{*}} 50 rounds <small>(SA & CW)</small><br>{{*}} 30 rounds ''(60 w/ Extended Clip)'' <small>(GTA V)</small>
 
|ammo = {{*}} 60 rounds <small>(GTA III)</small><br>{{*}} 30 rounds <small>(VC, LCS, VCS, GTA IV)</small><br>{{*}} 50 rounds <small>(SA & CW)</small><br>{{*}} 30 rounds ''(60 w/ Extended Clip)'' <small>(GTA V)</small>
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{{Quote|Combining long distance accuracy with a high capacity magazine, the Carbine Rifle can be relied on to make the hit.|GTA V description on the [[Rockstar Games Social Club]].}}
 
{{Quote|Combining long distance accuracy with a high capacity magazine, the Carbine Rifle can be relied on to make the hit.|GTA V description on the [[Rockstar Games Social Club]].}}
   
The [[Vom Feuer]] '''Carbine Rifle''' is an [[Assault Rifle]] that has been featured in every [[GTA games|GTA game]] since [[Grand Theft Auto III]], except [[Grand Theft Auto Advance]]. It is useful in almost any situation, boasting accuracy, power and magazine capacity. Throughout the games, the models differ slightly, along with zoom capability, rate of fire, and stopping power. The Carbine Rifle is considered to be the second most powerful assault rifle in the GTA series after the [[AK-47]] (except in [[GTA V]] and GTA III).
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The [[Vom Feuer]] '''Carbine Rifle''' or '''M4''' is an [[Assault Rifle]] that has been featured in every [[GTA games|GTA game]] since [[Grand Theft Auto III]], except [[Grand Theft Auto Advance]]. It is useful in almost any situation, boasting accuracy, power and magazine capacity.
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Throughout the games, the models differ slightly, along with zoom capability, rate of fire, and stopping power.
   
 
==Design==
 
==Design==
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===[[HD Universe]]===
 
===[[HD Universe]]===
 
GTA IV features a rifle based on the [[wp:M4 carbine|Colt M4A1]], titled 'Carbine Rifle' in-game. This version is accurate both in timeline and overall features, including accurate weapon specs such as rate of fire, magazine size and appearance. Interestingly, the carry handle has been replaced with an aftermarket drum sight. It also has "Property Of Liberty City Arms" stamped where the magazine release is normally found, probably a reference to the "Property Of U.S. Govt" stamped on its real-life counterpart.
 
GTA IV features a rifle based on the [[wp:M4 carbine|Colt M4A1]], titled 'Carbine Rifle' in-game. This version is accurate both in timeline and overall features, including accurate weapon specs such as rate of fire, magazine size and appearance. Interestingly, the carry handle has been replaced with an aftermarket drum sight. It also has "Property Of Liberty City Arms" stamped where the magazine release is normally found, probably a reference to the "Property Of U.S. Govt" stamped on its real-life counterpart.
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{{Q|It's 'mission accomplished' every time with this versatile, hard hitting assault rifle. ...The choice of first line infantry operatives.|Description in GTA CW}}
   
 
GTA Chinatown's rendition is difficult to identify, but it is has a full stock and long barrel, and the triangular hand guard as seen on the [[HUD]] suggests it is based on the Colt M16A1. It has, much like in San Andreas, a 50-round magazine.
 
GTA Chinatown's rendition is difficult to identify, but it is has a full stock and long barrel, and the triangular hand guard as seen on the [[HUD]] suggests it is based on the Colt M16A1. It has, much like in San Andreas, a 50-round magazine.
   
GTA V's rendition of the Carbine Rifle is based on a mishmash of different AR-15s, featuring an almost identical parts (with regards to the lower receiver, especially the magazine well, and also the gas block) that was possibly influenced by the [[wp:Heckler & Koch HK416|Heckler &amp; Koch HK416]] . The pistol grip seems to be a combination between both Ergo and Hogue grips. The trigger housing is similar to the Magpul Enhanced Trigger Guard. The upper receiver seems to be influenced by the VLTOR MUR-1 upper receiver, with a raised Picatinny rail, similar to the HK416. It also has dual mounted iron sights on the main Picatinny rail. There are also some influences from a [http://www.defensereview.com/daniel-defense-ddm4-v7-mid-length-tactical-ar-carbine-with-mfr-12-0-modular-float-rail-12-0-lightweight-modular-tactical-handguardrail-system-at-sofic-2011-video/ Daniel Defense DDM4V7], notably the handguard, which is the Daniel Defense Modular Floating Rail (MFR) 9.0, and complete with an aftermarket buttstock. In the Xbox One, PS4 and PC versions of the game, the Carbine Rifle's textures are much more detailed, having stampings and pins on the receiver that aren't visible on the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions. It is manufactured by the Austrian company [[Vom Feuer]], as seen inscribed in the updated model (which may be again an allusion to HK416 - being an American design produced by a company from a German-speaking country).
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GTA V's rendition of the Carbine Rifle is based on a mishmash of different AR-15s, featuring almost identical parts (with regards to the lower receiver, especially the magazine well, and also the gas block) that was possibly influenced by the [[wp:Remington GPC|Remington R5 RGP]] and  [[wp:Heckler & Koch HK416|Heckler &amp; Koch HK416]] . The pistol grip seems to be a combination between both Ergo and Hogue grips. The trigger housing is similar to the Magpul Enhanced Trigger Guard. The upper receiver seems to be influenced by the VLTOR MUR-1 upper receiver, with a raised Picatinny rail, similar to the HK416. It also has dual mounted iron sights on the main Picatinny rail. There are also some influences from a [http://www.defensereview.com/daniel-defense-ddm4-v7-mid-length-tactical-ar-carbine-with-mfr-12-0-modular-float-rail-12-0-lightweight-modular-tactical-handguardrail-system-at-sofic-2011-video/ Daniel Defense DDM4V7], notably the handguard, which is the Daniel Defense Modular Floating Rail (MFR) 9.0, and complete with an aftermarket buttstock. In the Xbox One, PS4 and PC versions of the game, the Carbine Rifle's textures are much more detailed, having stampings and pins on the receiver that aren't visible on the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions. It is manufactured by the Austrian company [[Vom Feuer]], as seen inscribed in the updated model (which may be again an allusion to HK416 - being an American design produced by a company from a German-speaking country).
   
 
==Performance==
 
==Performance==
 
 
===3D Universe===
 
===3D Universe===
The GTA III version of the rifle differs from any other variant for how powerful it is: Featuring an exceptionally high rate of fire and an unrealistic 60 round magazine, it is always a one shot kill against any enemy in any part of the body and can easily destroy most vehicles with a few bursts, making it arguably the most powerful firearm in the game. One might even compare it to the [[Minigun]] or the [[M-60]] seen in later games. Similar to the [[Sniper Rifle]] and the [[Rocket Launcher]], the rifle can be aimed in first person, resulting in a stationary view with the crosshair on the center of the screen. Despite its power, the Carbine Rifle in GTA III suffers from wild and nearly uncontrollable recoil- even when being aimed in first person.
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The GTA III version of the rifle differs from any other variant for how powerful it is: Featuring an exceptionally high rate of fire and an unrealistic 60 round magazine, it is always a one shot kill against any enemy in any part of the body and can easily destroy most vehicles with a few bursts, making it arguably the most powerful firearm in the game. One might even compare it to the [[Minigun]] or the [[M-60]] seen in later games. Similar to the [[Sniper Rifle]] and the [[Rocket Launcher]], the rifle can be aimed in first person, resulting in a stationary view with the crosshair on the center of the screen. Despite (or perhaps due to its power), the Carbine Rifle in GTA III suffers from wild and nearly uncontrollable recoil- even when being aimed in first person.
   
 
The M4A1 in GTA Vice City is a much less powerful rifle than its GTA III predecessor, and despite still being a one-shot kill in nearly all occasions, it now features a slower rate of fire and a 30-round magazine. On the other hand, the recoil is also much lower this time around, making it useful for more precise shots. Like in GTA III, it can also be aimed in first person.
 
The M4A1 in GTA Vice City is a much less powerful rifle than its GTA III predecessor, and despite still being a one-shot kill in nearly all occasions, it now features a slower rate of fire and a 30-round magazine. On the other hand, the recoil is also much lower this time around, making it useful for more precise shots. Like in GTA III, it can also be aimed in first person.
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===HD Universe===
 
===HD Universe===
In Grand Theft Auto IV the performance of the Carbine Rifle is stellar. Accuracy and fire rate are both high, along with damage. It is highly effective in close to mid range, with accuracy dropping off at long range. Accuracy is even higher when crouched, allowing the player to fire it on fully automatic while being able to reliably hit targets. It has the longest range of any non-sniper weapon in the game. It's not as powerful as the AK-47, but its precision and fire rate still make it nonetheless one of the best rifles in the game.
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In Grand Theft Auto IV, the performance of the Carbine Rifle is stellar. Accuracy and fire rate are both high, along with damage. It is highly effective in close to mid range, with accuracy dropping off at long range. Accuracy is even higher when crouched, allowing the player to fire it on fully automatic while being able to reliably hit targets. It has the longest range of any non-sniper weapon in the game. It's not as powerful as the AK-47, but its precision and fire rate still make it nonetheless one of the best rifles in the game.
   
 
The Chinatown Wars version is incredibly powerful, being almost comparable to the one present in GTA III, with a few bursts being enough to easily kill an enemy and destroy a vehicle. Its fire rate is also exceptionally fast, being able to quickly empty its 50-round magazine.
 
The Chinatown Wars version is incredibly powerful, being almost comparable to the one present in GTA III, with a few bursts being enough to easily kill an enemy and destroy a vehicle. Its fire rate is also exceptionally fast, being able to quickly empty its 50-round magazine.
   
In Grand Theft Auto V the Carbine Rifle is superior all-round to SMGs, and is more accurate but less powerful than the Advanced Rifle. Still, it is a very accurate weapon that can be relied on for any situation.
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In Grand Theft Auto V, the Carbine Rifle is superior all-round to SMGs, and is more accurate but less powerful than the Advanced Rifle. Still, it is a very accurate weapon that can be relied on for any situation.
   
 
==Customization==
 
==Customization==
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{{Spoilers}}
 
{{Spoilers}}
   
In [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]] it is used for the first time in [[Rub Out]], where Lance gives Tommy an M4 to kill [[Ricardo Diaz|Diaz]]. After the mission it can be bought at the [[Downtown]] [[Ammu-Nation]]. Then during [[Cop Land]], a police officer and two soldiers are seen using the rifles. They can also be seen at [[Fort Baxter Air Base]] being wielded by soldiers.
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In [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]], it is used for the first time in [[Rub Out]], where Lance gives Tommy an M4 to kill [[Ricardo Diaz|Diaz]]. After the mission it can be bought at the [[Downtown]] [[Ammu-Nation]]. Then during [[Cop Land]], a police officer and two soldiers are seen using the rifles. They can also be seen at [[Fort Baxter Air Base]] being wielded by soldiers.
   
 
In [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]], the M4 is used by the army at a six star wanted level, during [[Black Project]], [[Up, Up and Away!]] and [[Vertical Bird]], and by some gangsters during [[End of the Line]].
 
In [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]], the M4 is used by the army at a six star wanted level, during [[Black Project]], [[Up, Up and Away!]] and [[Vertical Bird]], and by some gangsters during [[End of the Line]].
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==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
===In-Game models===
 
===In-Game models===
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<gallery>
<gallery width="auto" perrow="3" style="font-size:95%; padding:0;" columns="dynamic" orientation="none" spacing="small" widths="208">
 
 
Image:M16-GTA3.png|GTA III.
 
Image:M16-GTA3.png|GTA III.
 
Image:M4-GTAVC.png|GTA Vice City, GTA San Andreas, and GTA Liberty City Stories.
 
Image:M4-GTAVC.png|GTA Vice City, GTA San Andreas, and GTA Liberty City Stories.
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CarbineRifleGTAV.png|GTA V.
 
CarbineRifleGTAV.png|GTA V.
 
Crbnrifle.png|Appearance on the [[Rockstar Games]] [[Rockstar Games Social Club|Social Club]] website.
 
Crbnrifle.png|Appearance on the [[Rockstar Games]] [[Rockstar Games Social Club|Social Club]] website.
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CarbineRifle-GTAV-details.jpg|Detailing on the Carbine Rifle.
VomFeuer-GTAV.jpg|In first-person view, during the mission [[The Paleto Score]].
 
VomFreuer-GTAV-reload.jpg|The Carbine Rifle being reloaded in first person view, during the mission [[The Paleto Score]]. The manufacturer's name is on the receiver.
 
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
   
 
===HUD icons===
 
===HUD icons===
<gallery position="center">
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<gallery>
 
Image:M163HUD.jpg|Grand Theft Auto III.
 
Image:M163HUD.jpg|Grand Theft Auto III.
 
Image:M4-GTAVC-icon.png|Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
 
Image:M4-GTAVC-icon.png|Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
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Image:CarbineRifle-GTACW-icon.jpg|Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.
 
Image:CarbineRifle-GTACW-icon.jpg|Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.
 
CarbineRifle-GTAV-HUD.png|Grand Theft Auto V.
 
CarbineRifle-GTAV-HUD.png|Grand Theft Auto V.
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CarbineRifle-GTAVe-HUD.png|GTA V enhanced version.
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
   
===FPS Gallery===
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===First Person===
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
 
Carbine_Rifle_GTAVe_FPS.jpg|Holding
 
Carbine_Rifle_GTAVe_FPS.jpg|Holding
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===Screenshots===
 
===Screenshots===
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<gallery>
<gallery width="auto" perrow="3" style="font-size:95%; padding:0;" columns="dynamic" orientation="none" spacing="small" widths="208">
 
 
Ammo M4.jpg|Buying the Carbine from [[Ammu-Nation]] in San Andreas.
 
Ammo M4.jpg|Buying the Carbine from [[Ammu-Nation]] in San Andreas.
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CarlJohnson_GTASA_Carbine.png|[[Carl Johnson]] with a carbine in [[Grove Street]].
 
M4 LCS.JPG|[[Toni Cipriani]] using the Carbine
 
M4 LCS.JPG|[[Toni Cipriani]] using the Carbine
 
Franklin reloading carbine rifle.jpg|[[Franklin Clinton]] reloading the Carbine Rifle equipped with a grip.
 
Franklin reloading carbine rifle.jpg|[[Franklin Clinton]] reloading the Carbine Rifle equipped with a grip.
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*[[Tudor]] - Can be found in a small loading dock area on the north side of the old [[Sprunk]] factory.
 
*[[Tudor]] - Can be found in a small loading dock area on the north side of the old [[Sprunk]] factory.
 
*Tudor - Can be found atop the northern superstructure of the old rail bridge that spans the river which divides [[Tudor]] and the [[Acter Industrial Park]].
 
*Tudor - Can be found atop the northern superstructure of the old rail bridge that spans the river which divides [[Tudor]] and the [[Acter Industrial Park]].
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===GTA Chinatown Wars===
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*Available in [[Ammu-Nation]] after the Fully-Crocked Upgrade is purchase.
   
 
===GTA V===
 
===GTA V===
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==Trivia==
 
==Trivia==
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===General===
*In the [[Playstation|Playstation 2]] version of [[Grand Theft Auto III|GTA III]], the AR10 has a green aiming cursor, but in the [[PC]], [[Xbox]] and mobile versions of the game, the green cursor is replaced by a circle and a dot.
 
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*The name "Carbine Rifle" is a contradiction in terms; a carbine is a shorter, more compact version of a rifle or [[musket]], and they are usually based off an existing model of rifle, with a shortened barrel and other features, such as different hand grips and sights.
*In GTA San Andreas and GTA Vice City the Colt 733 has the front sight facing backwards and the stock is modeled differently.
 
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===3D Universe===
*Prior to GTA IV, the carbine rifle is considered one of the military-issue weapons, as it is used by [[Military|military officers]] during a 6-star wanted level.
 
 
*In the [[PlayStation 2]] version of ''Grand Theft Auto III'', the AR10 has a green aiming cursor, but in the [[PC]], [[Xbox]] and mobile versions of the game, the green cursor is replaced by a circle and a dot.
*Strangely, the M4 in GTA IV has two reload animations. When Niko is standing while reloading, he will pull the charging handle, but when crouching while reloading, he takes "out" the magazine, puts "another" in and pulls the charging handle. There is no confirmed reason for why there are two reload animations, but it is speculated that it is for balancing reasons, as the player is much more effective while crouched. This oddity is also present on the [[AK-47]] and the [[Assault Shotgun]].
 
 
*In ''San Andreas'' and ''Vice City'', the Colt 733 has the front sight facing backwards and the stock is modeled differently.
*In GTA IV, the bottom of the Carbine Rifle's magazine is stamped with the words "Stop Chillin Start Killin".
 
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==HD Universe==
 
*Strangely, the M4 in ''Grand Theft Auto IV'' has two reload animations. When Niko is standing while reloading, he will pull the charging handle, but when crouching while reloading, he takes "out" the magazine, puts "another" in and pulls the charging handle. There is no confirmed reason for why there are two reload animations, but it is speculated that it is for balancing reasons, as the player is much more effective while crouched. This oddity is also present on the [[AK-47]] and the [[Assault Shotgun]].
 
*In ''GTA IV'', the bottom of the Carbine Rifle's magazine is stamped with the words ''"Stop Chillin' Start Killin'"''.
 
*There are a few [[Grand Theft Auto V/Artworks|artworks]] of Michael holding an [[wp:Close Quarters Battle Receiver|M4 CQBR]] with an [[wp:Aimpoint Comp M2|M68 CCO]] red dot sight and sound supressor. However, said weapon never appears in-game.
 
*There are a few [[Grand Theft Auto V/Artworks|artworks]] of Michael holding an [[wp:Close Quarters Battle Receiver|M4 CQBR]] with an [[wp:Aimpoint Comp M2|M68 CCO]] red dot sight and sound supressor. However, said weapon never appears in-game.
*In GTA V, when customized with a scope attachment, the iron sights are not removed or flipped down; this is highly impractical as the iron sights would obstruct the viewing field of the scope. This is most likely an oversight by Rockstar.
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*In ''GTA V'', when customized with a scope attachment, the iron sights are not removed or flipped down; this is highly impractical as the iron sights would obstruct the viewing field of the scope. This is most likely an oversight by Rockstar. In the updated GTA V for next gen systems, the sights are correctly flipped down, but only in first person view.
*Adding the suppressor to the Carbine Rifle in GTA V seems to convert the barrel into an integral suppressor. Slightly reminiscent of the [[wp:AAC Honey Badger|AAC Honey Badger]] assault rifle, which is also an M4 variant that has an integral suppressor.
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*Adding the suppressor to the Carbine Rifle in ''GTA V'' seems to convert the barrel into an integral suppressor. Slightly reminiscent of the [[wp:AAC Honey Badger|AAC Honey Badger]] assault rifle, which is also an M4 variant that has an integral suppressor.
*The name "Carbine Rifle" is a contradiction in terms; a carbine is a shorter, more compact version of a rifle or [[musket]], and they are usually based off an existing model of rifle, with a shortened barrel and other features, such as different hand grips and sights. 
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*'Carbine Rifle' is a contradiction in the strictest sense, since "carbine" usually refers to a shortened version of a full-sized rifle or musket; "carbine rifle" would mean the weapon is both shortened and full-length.
*The AR10 (as seen in GTA III) is technically an assault rifle and not a carbine. However, it is included in this page since its purpose in the game and placing in the weapons hierarchy is broadly the same as the carbines in other games. 
 
   
 
==Navigation==
 
==Navigation==

Revision as of 09:06, 20 February 2015

This article is about the weapon. For the mission in Grand Theft Auto V, see Carbine Rifles.


Combining long distance accuracy with a high capacity magazine, the Carbine Rifle can be relied on to make the hit.
— GTA V description on the Rockstar Games Social Club.

The Vom Feuer Carbine Rifle or M4 is an Assault Rifle that has been featured in every GTA game since Grand Theft Auto III, except Grand Theft Auto Advance. It is useful in almost any situation, boasting accuracy, power and magazine capacity.

Throughout the games, the models differ slightly, along with zoom capability, rate of fire, and stopping power.

Design

3D Universe

GTA III's rendition has considerably lower quality than its successors, apparently resembling the Armalite AR-10, judging by the handguard and the overall shape. The fact that the AR-10 fires 7.62x51mm ammunition as opposed to the less powerful 5.56x45mm ammo of M4/M16 rifles possibly explains why this weapon was far more powerful per shot than the M4-type rifles of later games, and the 7.62x39mm AK47. This is a rather odd choice, since the AR-10 is a considerably old rifle who was mostly in service in European countries (Such as Germany, Portugal and Italy) during the 50s and the 60s, and is therefore considerably hard to find in America. The weapon has a 60 round magazine, even though the one modeled in-game looks like a regular 30-round AR magazine.

Vice City's rifle is modeled after a Colt Model 733 but with the front sight facing backwards. It is called 'M4' in-game (Which is anachronistic, as the M4 was not introduced until 1994). Originally, the beta featured an assault rifle that resembled an M16A2, but it was later replaced by the current model. It also appears to have an aftermarket crane stock. The beta rifle's model can still be found in the game files and can be seen in the intro cutscene.

GTA San Andreas reuses the model from Vice City, again called 'M4' in-game (And again inaccurate since the game is set in 1992). In the mission Stowaway, a government agent is shown holding a camouflaged variant of a Colt M16A1. This, however, is never available to use in-game. This was probably a beta model. In GTA Liberty City Stories, it once again uses the Vice City and San Andreas model. With the game being set in 1998, the name M4 is now used correctly.

Vice City Stories features a rifle resembling the M16A1, named 'Assault Rifle' in-game. It uses a similar model from the previously mentioned San Andreas mission Stowaway, sans the camouflage. Lance Vance again refers to it as an "M4" during a mission, which is an anachronism.

HD Universe

GTA IV features a rifle based on the Colt M4A1, titled 'Carbine Rifle' in-game. This version is accurate both in timeline and overall features, including accurate weapon specs such as rate of fire, magazine size and appearance. Interestingly, the carry handle has been replaced with an aftermarket drum sight. It also has "Property Of Liberty City Arms" stamped where the magazine release is normally found, probably a reference to the "Property Of U.S. Govt" stamped on its real-life counterpart.

It's 'mission accomplished' every time with this versatile, hard hitting assault rifle. ...The choice of first line infantry operatives.
— Description in GTA CW

GTA Chinatown's rendition is difficult to identify, but it is has a full stock and long barrel, and the triangular hand guard as seen on the HUD suggests it is based on the Colt M16A1. It has, much like in San Andreas, a 50-round magazine.

GTA V's rendition of the Carbine Rifle is based on a mishmash of different AR-15s, featuring almost identical parts (with regards to the lower receiver, especially the magazine well, and also the gas block) that was possibly influenced by the Remington R5 RGP and  Heckler & Koch HK416 . The pistol grip seems to be a combination between both Ergo and Hogue grips. The trigger housing is similar to the Magpul Enhanced Trigger Guard. The upper receiver seems to be influenced by the VLTOR MUR-1 upper receiver, with a raised Picatinny rail, similar to the HK416. It also has dual mounted iron sights on the main Picatinny rail. There are also some influences from a Daniel Defense DDM4V7, notably the handguard, which is the Daniel Defense Modular Floating Rail (MFR) 9.0, and complete with an aftermarket buttstock. In the Xbox One, PS4 and PC versions of the game, the Carbine Rifle's textures are much more detailed, having stampings and pins on the receiver that aren't visible on the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions. It is manufactured by the Austrian company Vom Feuer, as seen inscribed in the updated model (which may be again an allusion to HK416 - being an American design produced by a company from a German-speaking country).

Performance

3D Universe

The GTA III version of the rifle differs from any other variant for how powerful it is: Featuring an exceptionally high rate of fire and an unrealistic 60 round magazine, it is always a one shot kill against any enemy in any part of the body and can easily destroy most vehicles with a few bursts, making it arguably the most powerful firearm in the game. One might even compare it to the Minigun or the M-60 seen in later games. Similar to the Sniper Rifle and the Rocket Launcher, the rifle can be aimed in first person, resulting in a stationary view with the crosshair on the center of the screen. Despite (or perhaps due to its power), the Carbine Rifle in GTA III suffers from wild and nearly uncontrollable recoil- even when being aimed in first person.

The M4A1 in GTA Vice City is a much less powerful rifle than its GTA III predecessor, and despite still being a one-shot kill in nearly all occasions, it now features a slower rate of fire and a 30-round magazine. On the other hand, the recoil is also much lower this time around, making it useful for more precise shots. Like in GTA III, it can also be aimed in first person.

The GTA San Andreas version has an even lower rate of fire than unusual for an assault rifle, and it also has considerably less power, now only being a one-shot kill weapon if aimed at the head. Even though, it is still highly effective, featuring a 50-round STANAG magazine and a smaller crosshair than that of the AK-47, making it useful for more precise and accurate shots. It doesn't feature a first person aiming mode like its predecessors did, and neither do any of the following games have it.

The rifle in GTA Liberty City Stories and Vice City Stories is closer to its Vice City version, having a similar rate of fire and being a one-shot kill against most enemies. It also features a 30-round magazine in both games.

HD Universe

In Grand Theft Auto IV, the performance of the Carbine Rifle is stellar. Accuracy and fire rate are both high, along with damage. It is highly effective in close to mid range, with accuracy dropping off at long range. Accuracy is even higher when crouched, allowing the player to fire it on fully automatic while being able to reliably hit targets. It has the longest range of any non-sniper weapon in the game. It's not as powerful as the AK-47, but its precision and fire rate still make it nonetheless one of the best rifles in the game.

The Chinatown Wars version is incredibly powerful, being almost comparable to the one present in GTA III, with a few bursts being enough to easily kill an enemy and destroy a vehicle. Its fire rate is also exceptionally fast, being able to quickly empty its 50-round magazine.

In Grand Theft Auto V, the Carbine Rifle is superior all-round to SMGs, and is more accurate but less powerful than the Advanced Rifle. Still, it is a very accurate weapon that can be relied on for any situation.

Customization

In Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, the Carbine Rifle can be customized with various attachments and tints by visiting an Ammu-nation store.

Rounds & magazine GTA V GTA Online (Unlock)
Rounds (60) $36 $108
Default clip (30 rounds) Default Default (Rank 42)
Extended clip (60 rounds) $262 $9775
Attachments
Grip (more stability, slightly increases accuracy) $330 $4350
Flashlight (provides ilumination when aiming) $375 $2350
Scope (mid-range zoom, slightly increases accuracy) $1125 $10900
Suppressor (silences but slightly reduces damage and range) $2037 $12450
Tints
Black Default Default (Rank 42)
Army $100 $5000 (Kill 100 players)
Green N/A $7500 (Kill 200 players)
Orange N/A $? (Kill 400 players)
LSPD $600 $5750 (Kill 600 players)
Pink N/A $7500 (Rank 50)
Gold N/A $10000 (Rank 75)
Platinum N/A $12500 (Rank 100)

In-Game Appearances

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In Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, it is used for the first time in Rub Out, where Lance gives Tommy an M4 to kill Diaz. After the mission it can be bought at the Downtown Ammu-Nation. Then during Cop Land, a police officer and two soldiers are seen using the rifles. They can also be seen at Fort Baxter Air Base being wielded by soldiers.

In Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, the M4 is used by the army at a six star wanted level, during Black Project, Up, Up and Away! and Vertical Bird, and by some gangsters during End of the Line.

It is a very rare weapon during the course of Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories, being used only by Forelli Family hitmen in Love on the Rocks, Kazuki's guards in Cash in Kazuki's Chips , and by Massimo's guards in The Sicilian Gambit.

In Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories, it is used in various missions (most notably when Lance uses it in Blitzkrieg Strikes Again), and can be bought at Ammu-Nation upon unlocking Ocean Beach following From Zero to Hero. Soldiers at Fort Baxter Air Base can once again be seen wielding the rifle.

In GTA IV, the Carbine Rifle is given during Three Leaf Clover and is available to purchase afterwards. Niko uses it during the Ballad of Gay Tony mission, Ladies Half Price, provided if players choose to go back to the ambush and kill him and Packie. NOOSE Officers will attack the player if they have a wanted level of three stars or higher.

In GTA V, the Carbine is used at the very beginning of the game by Michael and Trevor. It also makes an appearance during the first heist mission (if the "loud" method is chosen) and becomes available for purchase afterwards. During the Aztecas' attack on Trevor's meth lab, Trevor and Chef use the Carbine to hold off their attackers. In the events of The Wrap Up, FIB agents will also be seen using the Carbine during the intro cutscene and during gameplay. Merryweather mercs will also use the Carbine against the player during their mission appearances. As with GTA IV, NOOSE officers will use the Carbine against the player at a wanted level of three stars or higher.

Gallery

In-Game models

HUD icons

First Person

Screenshots

Locations

GTA III

GTA Vice City

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M4's locations map

GTA San Andreas

GTA Liberty City Stories

GTA Vice City Stories

GTA IV

It can be purchased from the back-alley gun shops for $5,000 and each additional magazine will cost $100. It can be purchased from Little Jacob for $3,500 with each additional magazine costing $70. The Carbine Rifle can also be acquired from NOOSE Tactical Response Unit Officers, FIB Agents and certain LCPD Officers, specifically those who guard places of high security such as The Statue of Happiness.

Bohan

  • Industrial - Can be found in one of the offices inside the abandoned warehouse where the player rescues Roman from the mission Hostile Negotiation.

Algonquin

Alderney

GTA Chinatown Wars

  • Available in Ammu-Nation after the Fully-Crocked Upgrade is purchase.

GTA V

  • Can be bought at Ammu-Nation after completing The Jewel Store Job, for $2,100.
  • Acquired after entering and exiting a Park Ranger SUV.
  • Can be acquired when killing NOOSE, Army or LSPD officers carrying the weapon.

GTA Online

  • It can be bought at Ammu-Nation at level 42
  • May spawn during Merryweather Gang Attacks both as weapon pickups and being used by Merryweather.
  • Alternatively it can be obtained for free by going to the Army Base and killing members of the military, or by visiting the airport in South Los Santos from some police officers (To keep the rifle after leaving a lobby you are required to be level 42, as if you don't meet that requirement you will lose it once you leave).
  • Spawns at waves 4+ during a Survival, and common among enemies at higher levels.

Trivia

General

  • The name "Carbine Rifle" is a contradiction in terms; a carbine is a shorter, more compact version of a rifle or musket, and they are usually based off an existing model of rifle, with a shortened barrel and other features, such as different hand grips and sights.

3D Universe

  • In the PlayStation 2 version of Grand Theft Auto III, the AR10 has a green aiming cursor, but in the PCXbox and mobile versions of the game, the green cursor is replaced by a circle and a dot.
  • In San Andreas and Vice City, the Colt 733 has the front sight facing backwards and the stock is modeled differently.

HD Universe

  • Strangely, the M4 in Grand Theft Auto IV has two reload animations. When Niko is standing while reloading, he will pull the charging handle, but when crouching while reloading, he takes "out" the magazine, puts "another" in and pulls the charging handle. There is no confirmed reason for why there are two reload animations, but it is speculated that it is for balancing reasons, as the player is much more effective while crouched. This oddity is also present on the AK-47 and the Assault Shotgun.
  • In GTA IV, the bottom of the Carbine Rifle's magazine is stamped with the words "Stop Chillin' Start Killin'".
  • There are a few artworks of Michael holding an M4 CQBR with an M68 CCO red dot sight and sound supressor. However, said weapon never appears in-game.
  • In GTA V, when customized with a scope attachment, the iron sights are not removed or flipped down; this is highly impractical as the iron sights would obstruct the viewing field of the scope. This is most likely an oversight by Rockstar. In the updated GTA V for next gen systems, the sights are correctly flipped down, but only in first person view.
  • Adding the suppressor to the Carbine Rifle in GTA V seems to convert the barrel into an integral suppressor. Slightly reminiscent of the AAC Honey Badger assault rifle, which is also an M4 variant that has an integral suppressor.
  • 'Carbine Rifle' is a contradiction in the strictest sense, since "carbine" usually refers to a shortened version of a full-sized rifle or musket; "carbine rifle" would mean the weapon is both shortened and full-length.

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[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto III
MeleeFist | Baseball Bat
Basic FirearmsAK47 | Pistol | M16 | Shotgun | Sniper Rifle | Uzi
Heavy WeaponsFlamethrower | Rocket Launcher
ExplosivesCar Bomb | Grenades | Molotov Cocktail
SpecialDetonator
BetaLand Mine
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
UnarmedFist | Brass Knuckles
MeleeScrewdriver | Hammer | Knife | Meat Cleaver | Golf Club | Nightstick | Baseball Bat | Machete | Katana | Chainsaw
ThrownTear Gas (PS2 only) | Molotov | Grenade | Detonator Grenade
HandgunColt 45/Pistol | Colt Python/.357
ShotgunShotgun/Chrome Shotgun | Stubby Shotgun | Spaz 12 Shotgun/S.P.A.S. 12
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AssaultRuger/Kruger | M4
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SpecialCamera | Detonator | Car Bomb
BetaAK-47 | Desert Eagle | Grenade Launcher | Land Mine | MP5K | Nailgun | Silver Colt 1911 | Steyr Aug | Taser
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
UnarmedFist | Brass Knuckles
MeleeBaseball Bat | Chainsaw | Golf Club | Katana | Knife | Nightstick | Pool Cue | Shovel
HandgunDesert Eagle | Pistol/9mm | Silenced Pistol/9mm
ShotgunCombat Shotgun | Shotgun | Sawn-Off Shotgun
SMGMicro SMG | SMG | Tec9
AssaultAK-47 | M4
SniperRifle/Country Rifle | Sniper Rifle
HeavyFlamethrower | Rocket Launcher | Heat-Seeking Rocket Launcher | Minigun
ThrownGrenade | Molotov | Satchel Charges/Remote Explosives | Tear Gas
Consumable ItemsFire Extinguisher | Spray Can | Camera
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OtherCrates | Surface-to-Air Missile | Flares | Vibrator 1 | Dildo 2
BetaGlock | Python | Mac-10 | MP5K | PSG1 | M60 | Nail Bat | Meat Cleaver | Machete | Screwdriver | Sledgehammer | Hammer | Skateboard | Stubby Shotgun | Land Mine
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories
UnarmedFist | Brass Knuckles
MeleeBaseball Bat | Nightstick | Machete | Meat Cleaver | Chisel | Knife | Hockey Stick | Fire Axe | Katana | Chainsaw
ThrownMolotov | Grenade | Remote Grenade
HandgunPistol | .357
ShotgunShotgun | Stubby Shotgun | SPAS 12
SMGTec-9 | Mac-10 | Micro SMG | SMG
AssaultAK | M4
HeavyM60 | Flame-Thrower | Rocket Launcher | Minigun
SniperSniper Rifle | Laser Sighted Sniper Rifle
SpecialCamera | Car Bomb | Detonator
UnusedTear Gas | Silver Colt 1911
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories
UnarmedFist | Brass Knuckles
MeleeNightstick | Baseball Bat | Butterfly Knife | Knife | Fire Axe | Golf Club | Machete | Katana | Chainsaw | Gaff Hook
ThrownMolotov | Grenade | Remote Grenade
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AssaultAK | Assault Rifle
HeavyFlame-Thrower | Rocket Launcher | Minigun | M249
SniperSniper | Laser Sniper
SpecialCamera | Car Bomb | Binoculars | Detonator
UnusedTear Gas | Land Mine
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto IV, The Lost and Damned and The Ballad of Gay Tony
UnarmedFist
MeleeBaseball Bat | Knife | Pool Cue
HandgunPistol | Combat Pistol | Automatic 9mm | .44
ShotgunPump Shotgun | Combat Shotgun | Sawn-Off Shotgun | Assault Shotgun | Auto Shotgun
SMGMicro SMG | SMG | Assault SMG | Gold SMG
AssaultAssault Rifle | Carbine Rifle | Advanced MG
SniperSniper Rifle | Combat Sniper | Advanced Sniper
HeavyRocket Launcher | Grenade Launcher
ThrownMolotov | Grenade | Pipe Bomb | Sticky Bomb
SpecialCar Bomb | Random Pickable Objects | Parachute
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BetaHammer | Nailgun | Python | Silenced Pistol | Sledgehammer | Zastava M70
Weapons in GTA IV (Category) | Weapons in The Lost and Damned (Category) | Weapons in The Ballad of Gay Tony (Category)
The Lost and Damned only. | The Ballad of Gay Tony only. | TLAD and TBOGT only.
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
FistFist
MeleeNight Stick | Chainsaw | Baseball Bat | Teaser | Sword
HandgunPistol | Twin Pistols | Revolver
ShotgunShotgun | Stubby Shotgun | Double Barreled Shotgun
Submachine GunMicro SMG | SMG
Assault RifleAssault Rifle | Carbine Rifle
HeavyFlamethrower | Minigun | RPG
ThrownFlashbang | Molotov Cocktail | Grenade | Proximity Mine
SpecialCrates | Car Bomb | Detonator | Fire Extinguisher | Sniper Rifle
[ ve ]Weapons in Grand Theft Auto V
MeleeAntique Cavalry Dagger | Baseball Bat | Bottle | Crowbar | Fist | Golf Club | Hammer | Hatchet | Knife | Knuckle Dusters | Machete | Nightstick
HandgunsAP Pistol | Combat Pistol | Heavy Pistol | Marksman Pistol | Pistol | Pistol .50 | SNS Pistol | Stun Gun | Vintage Pistol
ShotgunsAssault Shotgun | Bullpup Shotgun | Heavy Shotgun | Musket | Pump Shotgun | Sawed-Off Shotgun
Machine GunsAssault SMG | Combat MG | Combat PDW | Gusenberg Sweeper | Machine Pistol | MG | Micro SMG | SMG
AssaultAdvanced Rifle | Assault Rifle | Bullpup Rifle | Carbine Rifle | Special Carbine
Sniper RiflesHeavy Sniper | Marksman Rifle | Sniper Rifle
HeavyFirework Launcher | Grenade Launcher | Homing Launcher | Minigun | Railgun | RPG
ThrownBall | Grenade | Jerry Can | Molotov | Proximity Mines | Sticky Bomb | Tear Gas (BZ Gas)
SpecialCamera | Digiscanner | Parachute | Remote Sniper
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Beta/UnknownAssault MG | Assault Sniper | Fire Axe | Fire Extinguisher | Heavy Rifle | Laser | Laser Sight | Lasso | Lighter | Loudhailer | Programmable AR | Rubber Gun | Shovel | Tear Gas Launcher
ManufacturersCoil | Hawk & Little | Shrewsbury | Vom Feuer
Related PagesWeapon Wheel | Attachments | Ammu-Nation
DLC Content Weapons
Added as part of the following GTA Online content updates:
Lowriders | Ill-Gotten Gains Part 2 | Ill-Gotten Gains Part 1 | Festive Surprise | The Last Team Standing Update | The Independence Day Special | The "I'm Not a Hipster" Update | The High Life Update | The Business Update | The Valentine's Day Massacre Special | Beach Bum Update
Other Weapons
Enhanced Version | Special/Collector's Edition and Pre-Order Bonus | Rockstar Games Social Club