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{{Weapon | {{Weapon infobox | ||
|name=Machine-linked autocannon | |||
| name=Machine-linked autocannon | |image=[[File:SabreCannon.jpg|300px]] | ||
| manufacturer= | |manufacturer= | ||
| | |series= | ||
| type= | |type=[[Coilgun]]<ref name="wf91">''[[Halo: Warfleet]]'', p. 91</ref> | ||
| cost= | |cost= | ||
| | |variant= | ||
| | |length= | ||
| | |width= | ||
| ammotype= | |height= | ||
| operation= | |weight= | ||
| rate=Automatic | |ammotype=Subcaliber<ref name="wf17">''Halo: Warfleet'', p. 17</ref> | ||
| range=Medium-long | |feed= | ||
| service=[[Insurrection]] | |operation=[[Coilgun|Asynchronous linear-induction motor]]<ref name="wf17"/> | ||
| affiliation=[[ | |rate=Automatic | ||
|velocity= | |||
|range=Medium-long | |||
|service=*[[Insurrection]] | |||
*[[Human-Covenant War]] | |||
*[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]] | |||
|affiliation=[[UNSC Armed Forces]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
The '''machine-linked autocannon''' ('''MLA''') is a classification of | The '''machine-linked autocannon''' ('''MLA''') is a classification of [[coilgun]] mounted as turrets on various [[space fighter]]s in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]].<ref name="wf91"/> | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
Numerous starfighters in service with the [[UNSC]] are equipped with machine-linked autocannons. These include exoatmospheric craft like [[GA-TL1 Longsword]]s, [[YSS-1000 Sabre]]s, [[F-41 Broadsword]]s, and even suborbital bombers like the [[B-65 Shortsword]]. Several models of the autocannon exist, while the calibre of the rounds ranging from 30mm to 50mm. The autocannons are very effective in engaging hostile spacecraft, such as [[Phantom]]s and [[Type-31 Seraph]]s.<ref name="HRmanual"> | These autocannons use electromagnetic [[Coilgun|asynchronous linear-induction motor]] (ALIM) technology to fire hyperdense projectiles at velocities unreachable by energy-based weaponry.<ref name="wf17"/> | ||
Numerous starfighters in service with the [[UNSC]] are equipped with machine-linked autocannons. These include exoatmospheric craft like [[GA-TL1 Longsword]]s, [[YSS-1000 Sabre]]s, [[F-41 Broadsword]]s, and even suborbital bombers like the [[B-65 Shortsword]]. Several models of the autocannon exist, while the calibre of the rounds ranging from 30mm to 50mm. The autocannons are very effective in engaging hostile spacecraft, such as [[Phantom]]s and [[Type-31 Seraph]]s.<ref name="HRmanual">''[[Halo: Reach]]'', Game Manual</ref><ref>''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''</ref> | |||
==Models== | ==Models== | ||
===M9109 ASW/AC 50mm=== | ===M9109 ASW/AC 50mm=== | ||
The [[GA-TL1 Longsword]] fighter is equipped with eight M9109 coilguns that fire 50mm projectiles.<ref | The [[GA-TL1 Longsword]] fighter is equipped with eight M9109 coilguns that fire 50mm projectiles at such speeds that they immediately begin to burn up from air friction when fired within an atmosphere.<ref name="wf17"/> They are often used in an air-to-surface combat capacity during tactical strikes. The Longsword's autocannons are very effective against [[Covenant]] [[Type-31 Seraph]].<ref name="HRmanual"/><ref>''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide'', p. 112</ref> | ||
===M8545 ASW/AC 40mm=== | ===M8545 ASW/AC 40mm=== | ||
When their advanced stealth system fails them, {{Class|Winter|prowler}}s are equipped with twin M8545 autocannon.<ref>''Halo: Warfleet'', p. 46</ref> Lightly armed, these autocannons are only a last resort as the prowlers are designed to evade and escape threats.<ref>[[Halo Waypoint]]'': [https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/oni-acrisius ''ONI Acrisius'']</ref> | |||
===M1075 ASW/AC 35mm=== | ===M1075 ASW/AC 35mm=== | ||
The [[F-41 Broadsword]] fighter is equipped with two M1075 autocannons.<ref name="H4VG"> | The [[F-41 Broadsword]] fighter is equipped with two rapid-fire M1075 autocannons.<ref name="H4VG">''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]'', p. 114</ref> The autocannon is not rigidly attached to the fighter's hull, but is on retractable, semi-articulated armatures.<ref>''Halo: Warfleet'', p. 28</ref> The versatility of these autocannons allows it to target hostiles with ease. It is very powerful, being able to effectively eliminate [[Forerunner]] weaponry, such as [[Z-8250 light artillery]].<ref>''Halo 4'', campaign level, "[[Midnight]]"</ref> | ||
===M1024 ASW/AC 30mm=== | ===M1024 ASW/AC 30mm=== | ||
Two M1024 cannons are mounted on the [[YSS-1000 Sabre]] as its main armament.<ref name="HRmanual"/><ref> | Two M1024 cannons are mounted on the [[YSS-1000 Sabre]] as its main armament.<ref name="HRmanual"/><ref>''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide'', p. 161</ref> The Sabre is armed with two cannons, one on each wing, situated close to the cockpit. The cannons fire 30mm rounds that travel slowly and requires the pilot to lead the shots. The cannons are very powerful and can take out a [[Type-27 XMF|Banshee]] in one or two shots and can quickly take out a [[Type-31 Seraph]] starfighter's shielding, leaving it vulnerable to [[ST/Medusa missile|homing missiles]].<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, "[[Long Night of Solace (level)|Long Night of Solace]]"</ref> | ||
===M955 ASW/AC 30mm=== | ===M955 ASW/AC 30mm=== | ||
The [[B-65 Shortsword]] is equipped with several M955 autocannons that fire 30mm projectiles. The autocannons complement the Shortsword's [[Maastricht/Raleigh Ordnance Delivery-Application System|M/RODAS delivery system]], allowing it to engage hostile aircraft.<ref> | The [[B-65 Shortsword]] is equipped with several M955 autocannons that fire 30mm projectiles. The autocannons complement the Shortsword's [[Maastricht/Raleigh Ordnance Delivery-Application System|M/RODAS delivery system]], allowing it to engage hostile aircraft.<ref>''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide'', p. 176</ref> | ||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
*''[[Halo: | *''[[Halo: The Flood]]'' {{1st}} | ||
*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'' {{Mo}} | *''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'' {{Mo}} | ||
*''[[The Commissioning]]'' | *''[[The Commissioning]]'' | ||
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{{UNSC heavy weapons}} | {{UNSC heavy weapons}} | ||
[[Category:Autocannons]] | [[Category:Autocannons]] | ||
[[Category:UNSC air weapons]] | [[Category:UNSC air weapons]] | ||
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The machine-linked autocannon (MLA) is a classification of coilgun mounted as turrets on various space fighters in service with the United Nations Space Command.[1]
Specifications
Design details
These autocannons use electromagnetic asynchronous linear-induction motor (ALIM) technology to fire hyperdense projectiles at velocities unreachable by energy-based weaponry.[2]
Numerous starfighters in service with the UNSC are equipped with machine-linked autocannons. These include exoatmospheric craft like GA-TL1 Longswords, YSS-1000 Sabres, F-41 Broadswords, and even suborbital bombers like the B-65 Shortsword. Several models of the autocannon exist, while the calibre of the rounds ranging from 30mm to 50mm. The autocannons are very effective in engaging hostile spacecraft, such as Phantoms and Type-31 Seraphs.[3][4]
Models
M9109 ASW/AC 50mm
The GA-TL1 Longsword fighter is equipped with eight M9109 coilguns that fire 50mm projectiles at such speeds that they immediately begin to burn up from air friction when fired within an atmosphere.[2] They are often used in an air-to-surface combat capacity during tactical strikes. The Longsword's autocannons are very effective against Covenant Type-31 Seraph.[3][5]
M8545 ASW/AC 40mm
When their advanced stealth system fails them, Winter-class prowlers are equipped with twin M8545 autocannon.[6] Lightly armed, these autocannons are only a last resort as the prowlers are designed to evade and escape threats.[7]
M1075 ASW/AC 35mm
The F-41 Broadsword fighter is equipped with two rapid-fire M1075 autocannons.[8] The autocannon is not rigidly attached to the fighter's hull, but is on retractable, semi-articulated armatures.[9] The versatility of these autocannons allows it to target hostiles with ease. It is very powerful, being able to effectively eliminate Forerunner weaponry, such as Z-8250 light artillery.[10]
M1024 ASW/AC 30mm
Two M1024 cannons are mounted on the YSS-1000 Sabre as its main armament.[3][11] The Sabre is armed with two cannons, one on each wing, situated close to the cockpit. The cannons fire 30mm rounds that travel slowly and requires the pilot to lead the shots. The cannons are very powerful and can take out a Banshee in one or two shots and can quickly take out a Type-31 Seraph starfighter's shielding, leaving it vulnerable to homing missiles.[12]
M955 ASW/AC 30mm
The B-65 Shortsword is equipped with several M955 autocannons that fire 30mm projectiles. The autocannons complement the Shortsword's M/RODAS delivery system, allowing it to engage hostile aircraft.[13]
List of appearances
- Halo: The Flood (First appearance)
- Halo: Reach
- Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary (Mentioned only)
- The Commissioning
- Halo 4
- Halo: Escalation
- Halo 5: Guardians
Sources
- ^ a b Halo: Warfleet, p. 91
- ^ a b c d Halo: Warfleet, p. 17
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach, Game Manual
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, p. 112
- ^ Halo: Warfleet, p. 46
- ^ Halo Waypoint: ONI Acrisius
- ^ Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, p. 114
- ^ Halo: Warfleet, p. 28
- ^ Halo 4, campaign level, "Midnight"
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, p. 161
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level, "Long Night of Solace"
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, p. 176
