M16 Mk. II pulse rifle

Following the First Tiberium War, GDI decided to deliver an order for a next generation assault rifle to replace the aging GAU-3 Eliminator. Eventually, the M16 Mk. II Pulse Rifle was developed. The new weapon featured a pulse action mechanism firing the rounds, a rugged and reliable design, as well as full modification capability. Soon, it became the mainstay weapon of the light infantry squads of both GDI and the Brotherhood of Nod.

The new rifle was produced in a number of variants with internal mechanisms and elements interchangeable between all types. The weapon was also designed to interface with HUDs of modern armour and relay essential targeting data to the weapon user. For versatility, the weapon also came with a grenade launcher beneath the barrel. It was replaced for no reason during the Third War.