M4 Carbines
⚪ Last updated 2010⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #3 of 313 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Name: M4 Carbines
Version: 1. 0
Date: 17/02/2010
Category: Weapons
Author(s): metallicalec
Source: http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=6264
2024 Update- I haven't played or modded Fallout 3 in over a decade. If you send me a message about this mod I probably wont see it or won't remember enough to answer a technical question! Do what you want with this mod, just give credit if you use this in your mod I suppose?
11 May 2009 - version 1 uploaded
18 Feb 1010 - Added support for RH_ Iron sights mod
I've added a new file which includes aligned meshes that work with RH Iron Sights mod. You can find the mod here:
RH Iron Sights Mod
Because I've had to move the guns around (up mostly) it means they clip with the hand a bit in third person.
- Adds 4 Colt M4 Carbines to the game.
- M4 with EOTech reflex sight.
- M4 with EOTech and silencer.
- M4 with Aimpoint scope.
- M4 with Aimpoint and silencer.
They can be bought from Moira Brown at Craterside Supplies and Flak and Shrapnels at Rivet City. They should restock once a week.
If you want you can just add them with console codes:
M4 EOTech - player.additem xx07F0C0 1
M4 EOTech SD - player.additem xx07F0C1 1
M4 Aimpoint - player.additem xx07F0C2 1
M4 Aimpoint SD - player.additem xx07F0C3 1
Where 'xx' is the order you load this mod. E.g '09' (No. 9 in load order) or '0A' (No. 10 in load order)
They use default 5. 56mm ammo and can be repaired with each other, assault rifles and chinese assault rifles.
- Extract the files to a temporary location.
- Merge the 'Data' folder from the mod with the 'Data' folder in your Fallout 3 install directory. Usually found at C:\program files\bethesda softworks\fallout 3\data\ though it differs on steam/vista.
- Download 'archive invalidation invalidated': http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=944
- Make sure you have "bInvalidateOlderFiles" set to "1" in 'Fallout.ini' Go into my documents/my games/fallout3/ (not the fallout install folder, its different) and there should be a text file called 'fallout'. Open it and search (ctrl +f) for ''bInvalidateOlderFiles'' if it equals '0' then change it to '1' and save. It should look like this: bInvalidateOlderFiles=1
- If you are using the RH Iron sights files then you will need to install RH Iron sights mod as well. It can be found here: http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=6938
Make sure to follow the instructions for installing that mod too.
- Start Fallout Mod Manager, place a checkmark beside ColtM4Carbines.esp or ColtM4Carbines_RHIronSights.esp
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Adds 4 M4 Carbine variants to Fallout 3, a classic weapon mod from 2010 with nearly 8,000 endorsements. For players wanting iconic modern firearms in the Capital Wasteland. Simple, no-frills addition that has stood the test of time.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with nearly 8k endorsements—clearly a must-have for many.
- Massive download count (250k+) shows it's been a staple for years.
- Simple and straightforward: just adds 4 M4s, no bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2010—may have compatibility issues with modern setups or DLC.
- Only 4 variants, so if you want a huge arsenal, this might feel limited.
For Fallout 3 players who want to add iconic modern rifles without messing with complex overhauls. If you're a purist looking for lore-friendly gear, skip—this is pure modern firepower. Great for roleplaying as a soldier or just wanting better guns.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an older mod, make sure to check if you need to archive-invalidate or use a mod manager like FOMM.
- If you're using Fallout 3 on Windows 10/11, you might need to apply the large address aware patch for stability, but that's not mod-specific.
- Load order: place this mod after any major overhauls to avoid conflicts, but it's likely fine anywhere.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- metallicalec
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 250,525
- Endorsements
- 7,978
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 5/11/2009
- Updated
- 2/18/2010
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