M14 EBR
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| Mk 14 Mod 0 Enhanced Battle Rifle | |
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| Name | Mk 14 Mod 0 Enhanced Battle Rifle |
| Origin |  United States
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| Designer | Mike Rock and Jim Ribordy |
| Manufacturer | Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division |
| Appearances | MGS4 |
| Cartridge | 7.62x51mm |
| Action | Gas-operated, rotating bolt |
| Muzzle Velocity | 975.4 m/s (3,200 ft/s) |
| Feed System | 20-round detachable box magazine |
The United States Navy Mark 14 Mod 0 Enhanced Battle Rifle (EBR) is an American selective fire military rifle chambered for the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge, a variant of the M14, built for use with units of United States Naval Special Warfare Command, such as the Navy SEALs. The weapon takes the standard M14 action and barrel assembly and adds a telescoping stock, a pistol grip, a different front sight, multiple accessory rails, and a beefier muzzle brake in place of the standard flash suppressor. A plastic handguard and M68 Close Combat Optic (CCO) are also added as standard external accessories, though they are almost always replaced with a vertical fore grip and magnifying scope for better handling and to be used in a designated marksman role.[1]
[edit] In Game
Used by PMC forces in Metal Gear Solid 4 as their standard designated marksman / sniper rifle, the M14 EBR comes equipped with a telescopic sight and a 20-round magazine. It can mount a sound suppressor, flashlight, and a laser sight for better accuracy. In the hands of an expert, the M14 EBR is one of the game's deadliest weapons. Be cautious when using it on full auto, as accuracy degrades with sustained fire; this will also cause an equipped suppressor to wear out quicker than normal as well.
Note that the optic may not be replaced, so for situations requiring less zoom (i.e. use with the Dot Sight or Scope accessories) and not needing suppression the SCAR-H would be more appropriate.
