❘ Published: 2024-10-31T17:36:00

It took Call of Duty League pros less than a week to ban the Model L and XMG, but that’s not stopping players from using these high-powered ARs in standard multiplayer matches.

We ranked the XM4 as the best AR in BO6 due to its top-notch rate of fire and excellent damage. Although it doesn’t eliminate enemies faster than the AK-74 or AS VAL, the XM4 has a recoil pattern that is much easier to control.

Meanwhile, you wouldn’t guess the Model L is so powerful on paper. The AR lands in the middle of the pack to killing speedranks dead last in the class in rate of fire and bullet speed, and second to last in aiming speed.

None of that matters as the L Model is deadly accurate in mid-to-long range engagements and maintains an impressive 300 millisecond time-to-kill out to 51 yards. Experienced players only need about three shots to eliminate enemies at any distance.

In response, CDL pros banned ARs and Ben Nissim provided some context why this decision was made.

“The L model is obviously broken, so it was GA. The problem with the XM4 is that no one wants to see an M4 meta, and it’s also very good, and there are basically seven of them on the map.

This comes after the M4 was banned in MW3 because it dominated the first weekend of competition. Likewise, most CDL professionals have used the XM4 for Zooma’s $25,000 tournament this weekend, and SMG players had no chance against AR.

Nissim said professional players are currently trying several different ARs, like the AMES 85 and GPR 91, to find a better balance between SMG and AR.

Fortunately, players are not subject to the same restrictions as pros. So, with that in mind, check out our favorite loadouts for the XM4 And Model L.

As for racing fans, it remains essential to become familiar with other ARs as the XM4 and Model L will likely not be available in Ranked game when this game mode will be released in season 1