SG556 MARK II

"An upgraded version of the SG556. This masterpiece features greater damage, a small improvement in accuracy, and an expanded 30-round magazine."

- The Arsenal

The SG556 MARK II is an Assault Rifle. It is the Mark II upgrade for the SG556.

Overview
Unlike other MARK II weapons, which are typically improved slightly from the original version, the SG556 MARK II outclasses ALL the other weapons in its family. The MARK II inflicts 42 damage - 6 more points than SG556 and SG556 CAMO. Its accuracy is increase by 2 points, tying the AN-94 (Which is the most accurate assault rifle in the game). Though not the most portable assault rifle, the SG556 MARK II is truly a "masterpiece". With a highly controllable recoil and spread recovery, a respectable damage rating with a default 30 round magazine, its not only among the greatest MARK II upgrades, but also among the better - even the best - assault rifle in Combat Arms. It has stats that are comparable to the Baron's M416, so the argument is merely a matter of preference.

As with the original SG556, the MARK II accepts all attachments. A scope is highly recommended, whether ACOG or iTech, to take advantage of the low recoil at medium-long ranges. Tap-firing and/or bursts of 6-7 rounds is ideal.

Trivia

 * The SG556 MARK II was on sale on the North American servers for permanent duration at 27,390 NX for 24 hours, from August 1st-2nd at 4:00 pm PDT. On European servers, it was on sale for permanent duration on September 18, 2011, with a price of 26,900 NX, making it the most expensive assault rifle in the game.
 * This is the first non-rare weapon of any kind to have better stats than its NX Rare variant.
 * The SG556 MARK II's damage rating (42) almost rivals that of Baron's M416 CQB.
 * Until the release of the MARK II, the SG rifle variants were highly underrated weapons.