M14-style Rifle

The M14-style Rifle is a battle-tested designated marksman weapon that brings old-school American firepower to Leonida's modern criminal landscape. Its heritage traces back to Cold War-era military service, and in GTA VI it occupies the niche between a full sniper rifle and a heavy assault rifle. Veterans of Vice City's underground arms trade prize it for its reliability in the humid subtropical climate where newer platforms sometimes falter.

Modeled after the Springfield M1A, this rifle features a traditional walnut or fiberglass stock, a long 22-inch barrel with a prominent muzzle brake, and iron sights that can be supplemented with optics via a scope mount. The overall silhouette is unmistakably vintage military, giving it a distinct visual identity among Leonida's more modern weapon offerings.

The M14-style Rifle delivers heavy 7.62mm-class damage per round with solid accuracy out to medium-long range, making it devastating against unarmored vehicles and personnel alike. Its semi-automatic action provides a good balance between the Bolt Action's raw power and the Assault Sniper's speed. The muzzle brake tames recoil significantly, allowing trained shooters to stay on target through rapid shot strings.

Custom scope mounts accept everything from red dot sights for close-quarters flexibility to dedicated sniper optics for long-range work. The muzzle brake can be swapped for a flash hider or suppressor depending on the mission profile, and aftermarket stock options include a modern chassis system that adds adjustability at the cost of the classic aesthetic.

Found at premium Ammu-Nation locations in Vice City's upscale districts after mid-story progression, or reportedly stashed in survivalist camps scattered through the northern Leonida wilderness.

• The M14-style Rifle is one of the few weapons that can penetrate light vehicle armor in a single shot.
• Its wooden stock variant produces a unique 'crack' sound effect distinct from polymer-stocked rifles.
• Leonida gun shows - visible as world events - sometimes offer this rifle at a discount.
• The weapon's iron sights are functional and surprisingly effective without any optic attachment.
• A scoped variant was spotted in early gameplay footage during a rooftop assassination mission.