Call of Duty: Black Ops II

Black Ops 2 M27

Assault RiflesUnlocked at Level 31Takes camo
Assault RiflesM27 — Call of Duty: Black Ops II weapon render

How do you unlock the M27?

The M27 unlocks at Level 31 in Call of Duty: Black Ops II. It is a fully automatic rifle centered on a stable sight picture and dependable medium-range tracking. It is a practical choice for players prioritizing consistent aim over maximum close-range output. Reaching a weapon's level makes it available, but purchasing it in Create-a-Class costs one Unlock Token. A token is earned at each level-up. Its camo track finishes at Skulls (10 Bloodthirsty medals with the weapon). Complete every camo challenge on it and Gold unlocks. Earn Gold on the whole class for Diamond.

UnlockLevel 31 · 1 Unlock Token
Takes camoYes
Gold camoComplete every camo challenge on this weapon
Diamond camoEarn Gold on every weapon in the class

Reviewed July 27, 2026. Game identity, Pick 10, weapon leveling and the Peacekeeper's post-launch status were checked against Activision material. Current PlayStation availability and the 25-pack bundle were checked against PlayStation Store listings. Class and weapon-specific camouflage requirements were cross-checked against recorded in-game challenge wording. Base multiplayer capacities and weapon identifications were checked against a dedicated BO2 stat reference and IMFDB, with fictional or uncertain designs labeled as such. Crossbow mechanics and legacy camo access were separately checked against historical references and the current Steam Digital Deluxe listing. Setup advice and weapon comparisons are editorial and avoid unsupported damage or time-to-kill claims.

Sources: Activision — Call of Duty 20th anniversary franchise recap · PlayStation Store — Call of Duty: Black Ops II · PlayStation Store — Ultimate Customization Bundle · Activision — archived Black Ops II Personalization Pack release notice · Steam — Call of Duty: Black Ops II · GameFAQs — launch-era Black Ops II multiplayer camo matrix · Call of Duty Wiki — Black Ops II weapon camouflage catalog · Steam — Black Ops II Digital Deluxe content announcement · Black Ops II multiplayer weapon stats reference · IMFDB — Black Ops II weapon identification reference · Call of Duty Wiki — Crossbow mechanics

How does the M27 play in Black Ops 2?

RoleLow-recoil precision automatic rifle
Real-world basisHeckler & Koch HK416 with a 14.5-inch barrel, not the actual M27 IAR configuration
StrengthsStable automatic fire makes repeated head-level tracking approachable; Its clean general-purpose behavior supports defensive and roaming classes
TradeoffsFaster-firing rifles can create more immediate pressure at close range; Its consistency can be wasted if the class is forced into only point-blank fights
Attachments and setup notesStock complements aimed movement; Suppressor supports a quieter patrol class when reduced reach is acceptable; A Reflex Sight is optional because the rifle already favors a clear, controlled sight picture
Challenge noteFinish 100 headshots, then 10 Longshot medals, 150 kills with no attachments, 150 kills with no perks, 20 Double Kill medals and 10 Bloodthirsty medals. Completing all 14 challenges earns Gold on this rifle.
Progression tipThe stable view makes the first 100 headshots straightforward; move to the longest reliable lane for the Longshot medals.
Camo tipHold the upper chest and let the controlled recoil carry follow-up rounds toward the head.
Compared withThe Type 25 fires more urgently at close range, while the M27 is calmer and easier to keep centered over distance.

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M27 — common questions

What level does the M27 unlock at in Black Ops 2?

The M27 unlocks at Level 31 in Call of Duty: Black Ops II multiplayer. Reaching a weapon's level makes it available, but purchasing it in Create-a-Class costs one Unlock Token. A token is earned at each level-up. The level cap is 55, and prestige is up to 10, followed by Prestige Master at Level 55.

How do you unlock camos on the M27?

Camo progress is per-weapon. Black Ops II camo progress is tracked separately on every weapon. The first nine finishes run from DEVGRU through Kryptek: Typhon, followed by Carbon Fiber, Cherry Blossom, Art of War, Ronin and Skulls before per-weapon Gold and class-based Diamond. Assault rifles, SMGs, LMGs and pistols begin with headshots. Snipers use One Shot, One Kill medals; shotguns use one-hit kills; launchers and Specials have weapon-specific ladders. Every camo page lists the exceptions. On the M27 the final tier is Skulls — 10 Bloodthirsty medals with the weapon. After that, Gold needs every camo challenge on the weapon done, and Diamond needs Gold on the full class.

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