M555 Gauss cannon
| M555 Electromagnetic Launcher | |
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25×130mm M485 HV/FTHPP[1] |
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9 rounds |
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Semi-automatic | |
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The M555 Electromagnetic Launcher (M555 EL),[1] known simply as the Gauss cannon is a portable turret in use by the UNSC Armed Forces, specialized ONI units, and private corporations such as Liang-Dortmund after the Human-Covenant War.[2]
Overview[edit]
The M555 Electromagnetic Launcher (then known as the X555 Electromagnetic Launcher Advanced Technologies Testbed) was first tested in classified operations during the Requiem Campaign, utilizing a hybrid of existing technologies and Covenant-derived pulsed power systems. The implementation of the new asychonous linear-induction motor and rail channels has proven itself in testing, and development costs has stayed within budget,[1] though its precise mechanisms remain highly classified.[3] Even with the new additions, the coilgun has seen little improvement in armor penetration from its predecessor, the M68 Gauss cannon. Misriah Armory promises that up-scaled versions of the new coilguns suitable for installation on armored vehicles and aerospace vehicles will conclusively prove the value of moving to a new architecture.[1]
Variants[edit]
- ONI Gauss Turret: Produces lingering area-of-effect damage.
Gameplay[edit]
When detached, the M555 is loaded with 9 slugs. Carrying the turret decreases the player's speed and maneuverability to the point where he/she is invisible on the motion tracker unless the weapon is fired. Look speed is also drastically increased in comparison to other weapons.
Gallery[edit]
Concept art of the M555 Gauss cannon for Halo 5: Guardians.
Various concepts of the M555.
A Miner using a Gauss cannon during the Battle of Meridian.
Spartan Jameson Locke using an M555 during the Battle of Meridian.
Third-person view of Edward Buck using a detached M555 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.
Heads-up display of an M555 on the back of an M12G1 Gauss Warthog on Recurve.
Heads-up display of a stationary M555 on Guillotine.
Heads-up display of an M555 ripped off its tripod.
A Venture-clad Spartan-IV using an M555 during a Warzone simulation on Raid on Apex 7.
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List of appearances[edit]
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)
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