In Rainbow Six Siege, choosing the right assault rifle may make a big difference in your game. Assault rifles are pretty versatile weapons that will work great for attacking operators. Here's a detailed breakdown of the best assault rifles in the game, focusing on damage, fire rate, recoil, and overall usability.

552 Commando

The 552 Commando of IQ and Grim is one of the best weapons any player would have regarding clarity and confidence. This weapon boasts great accuracy when hip-firing, has decent resistance to recoil, and will serve in almost all situations within the game. Featuring a moderate fire rate and high recoil control, this makes the 552 Commando great for medium ranges where you need your weapon to be reliable and controllable.

• Damage: 48
• Fire Rate: 690 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 3.10s 

556 XI

The 556XI, used both by Thermite and by Osa, has an excellent balance of ease of access and effectiveness. It boasts a high rate of accuracy with low recoil, making its usage at medium range effective for the player's engagements. 556 XI represents simplicity and can be relied on to perform well in a broad array of tasks during the attack. Stability, control, along consistency, are assured in various situations, thanks to steady damage coupled with low movements.

• Damage: 47
• Fire Rate: 690 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 3.70s 

L85A2

While it's a powerhouse with really good damage and accuracy, the L85A2 is more of a Sledge and Thatcher favorite. The consistent recoil pattern on this rifle keeps shots accurate even under intense moments; the moderate rate of fire allows for close-quarters and long-range battles required for tactical gameplay.

• Damage: 47
• Fire Rate: 670 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 3.30s 

M762

The M762 is a high-damage rifle available to Zofia, with a decent rate of fire and ideal for aggressive playstyles. Though its recoil demands skill in mastering, the M762 is excellent at close-to-mid-range fights, which enables Zofia to take up the engagements. Players who master its kick will find it one of the most rewarding assault rifles in the game.

• Damage: 45
• Fire Rate: 730 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 3.30s 

M4

With Maverick and Striker (Attack Recruit), the attainable M4 has earned a reputation for being highly precise and stable. Due to its low recoil and highly accurate nature, this rifle will surely provide very good performance in both long- and medium-range combat. While having a relatively fast fire rate, the M4 does prove very accurate when shot in singles or short bursts, thus being quite a good choice if one wants to play strategically and make calculated attacks.

• Damage: 44
• Fire Rate: 750 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 3.60s 

AK-12

The AK-12, carried by Ace and Fuze, is generally considered one of the best assault rifles in the game. The AK-12 boasts a very fast fire rate and almost no recoil, making it a great gun for players who like to be in the midst of fast-paced firefights. Its effectiveness at all ranges makes it a staple in competitive play where consistency is key.

• Damage: 40
• Fire Rate: 850 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 3.40s 

V308

Lion's V308 is extremely versatile compared to other rifles, as it brings great accuracy and stable recoil. Quick reload and large magazine capacity mean the possibility to effectively fight against several opponents in one battle. The V308 is the weapon of choice for those who want to blend aggression with precision, providing excellent support to the team in any situation.

• Damage: 44
• Fire Rate: 700 RPM
• Magazine: 50
• Reload Speed: 3.30s 

C8-SFW

Buck uses the C8-SFW, an assault rifle with a high fire rate that is mounted with an under-barrel shotgun. The dual-purpose gun gives Buck unparalleled versatility, rapid-switching between soft breaching and engaging enemies. While it's a little tricky to control the gun's recoil, the unique functionality makes it irreplaceable for creative players.

• Damage: 40
• Fire Rate: 837 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 2.90s 

C7E

The C7E is exclusive to Jackal, and it's a decent-damage rifle with a fast fire rate and quick reloads. Although a little smaller than most in terms of magazine size, the quick reload makes up for minimal downtime in fights. This is particularly great for tracking roamers and is generally one of the go-to weapons when players like to play aggressively.

• Damage: 42
• Fire Rate: 800 RPM
• Magazine: 30
• Reload Speed: 2.80s 

SC3000K

The SC3000K that Zero uses is an assault rifle, famous for its versatility and precision. It's a very adaptive rifle due to its decent recoil pattern and excellent fire rate. It will serve well in close quarters, mid-range engagements, or long-range picks.

• Damage: 45
• Fire Rate: 800 RPM
• Magazine: 25
• Reload Speed: 3.40s 

Among the assault rifles are unique advantages of they are more compatible with certain operator playstyles, while others serve a more generalized purpose. High-damage selections like the M762 and C8-SFW fall into the camp with usually reliable all-around models like the L85A2 and AK-12-the mastery of any of these might raise your stock in Rainbow Six Siege. The proper assault rifle paired with strategic gameplay can turn any match in one's favor.