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

A protective vest that absorbs a full bar of incoming damage before health is touched — essential before any heavy GTA IV firefight.

An M4-pattern carbine with tighter accuracy and a faster rate of fire than the Assault Rifle, ideal for ranged control.
| Stat | Body Armor | Carbine Rifle |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Equipment | Assault Rifle |
| Ammo | — | 5.56mm |
| In-game damage | — | High |