| Range | Multiplier | Damage | % of Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Close (0-10m) | 1.00x | 56 | 100% |
| Medium (10-30m) | 0.88x | 49 | 88% |
| Long (30m+) | 0.73x | 41 | 73% |
The M249 delivers 560 DPS with a 0.30s close-range TTK. It fires at 600 RPM, dealing 56 base damage per shot. Exceptional raw DPS output. Against armored targets, TTK increases to 0.50s.
The M249 is a lmg that deals 56 base damage per shot at 600 rounds per minute. With a headshot multiplier of 2.1x, skilled players can headshot for 118 damage — requiring multiple headshots to down a full-health target.
At close range, the M249 maintains its full damage output of 56. Medium range sees a reduction to 49 damage (88% retention), while long range drops further to 41 damage (73% retention). Players should prefer close-to-medium range engagements.
The 100-round magazine provides generous sustained fire capacity. Reload speed of 4.5s means players need to find cover for reloads in sustained fights. For competitive play, the M249 is best paired with a weapon that covers its weaknesses at close range.