How Advanced MG and Carbine Rifle stack up across the stats that actually matter in Grand Theft Auto IV.

A belt-fed light machine gun from The Ballad of Gay Tony, trading mobility for sustained suppressive firepower.

An M4-pattern carbine with tighter accuracy and a faster rate of fire than the Assault Rifle, ideal for ranged control.
| Stat | Advanced MG | Carbine Rifle |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Machine Gun | Assault Rifle |
| Ammo | 7.62mm | 5.56mm |
| In-game damage | Very high | High |