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{{ | {{Center|''This article is about the model introduced in Halo 5: Guardians. For the model introduced in Halo 2, see [[M68 Gauss cannon]].''}} | ||
{{Weapon infobox | {{Weapon infobox | ||
| name = M70 Electromagnetic Launcher | | name = M70 Electromagnetic Launcher | ||
| image = [[File:H5G-Gauss.png|300px]] | | image = [[File:H5G-Gauss.png|300px]] | ||
| manufacturer = [[Misriah Armory]] | | manufacturer = [[Misriah Armory]]<ref name=universe>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/gauss-cannon '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Gauss Cannon'']</ref> | ||
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| ammotype = | | ammotype = 25×130mm M485 HV/FTHPP<ref name=universe/> | ||
| feed = 9 rounds (detached)<br />Unlimited (mounted) | | feed = 9 rounds (detached)<br />Unlimited (mounted) | ||
| operation = | | operation = | ||
| rate = Semi-automatic | | rate = Semi-automatic | ||
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| service = [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]] | | service = [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]] | ||
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The '''M70 Electromagnetic Launcher''' is a [[ | The '''M70 Electromagnetic Launcher''' ('''M70 EL'''),<ref name=universe/> known simply as the '''Gauss cannon''' is a portable turret in use by the [[UNSC Armed Forces]], specialized [[Office of Naval Intelligence|ONI]] units, and private corporations such as [[Liang-Dortmund Corporation|Liang-Dortmund]] after the [[Human-Covenant War]].<ref>'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> | ||
==Overview | == Overview == | ||
The M70 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 asynchronous linear-induction motor and rail channels has proven itself in testing, and development costs has stayed within budget,<ref name=universe/> though its precise mechanisms remain highly classified.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-a-time-to-give-tanks '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - A Time to Give Thanks'']</ref> 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.<ref name=universe/> | |||
The M70 | |||
== Variants == | |||
* '''''[[Office of Naval Intelligence|ONI]]'' Gauss Turret''': Produces lingering area-of-effect damage. | * '''''[[Office of Naval Intelligence|ONI]]'' Gauss Turret''': Produces lingering area-of-effect damage. | ||
[[File:REQ Card - Gauss Turret ONI.png]] | |||
File:REQ Card - Gauss Turret ONI.png | |||
==Gameplay | == Gameplay == | ||
When detached, the M70 is loaded with 9 slugs. Carrying the turret decreases the player's speed and maneuverability to the point where they are invisible on the motion tracker unless the weapon is fired. Look speed is also drastically increased in comparison to other weapons. | When detached, the M70 is loaded with 9 slugs. Carrying the turret decreases the player's speed and maneuverability to the point where they are invisible on the motion tracker unless the weapon is fired. Look speed is also drastically increased in comparison to other weapons. | ||
==Gallery== | == Gallery == | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:H5G GaussCannon Concept 3.jpg|Early shape exploration for the M70. | File:H5G GaussCannon Concept 3.jpg|Early shape exploration for the M70. | ||
File:H5GC- | File:H5GC-M70.jpg|Concept art of the M70 Gauss cannon for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''. | ||
File:H5GC- | File:H5GC-M70s.jpg|Various concepts of the M70. | ||
File:Turret2.png|A Miner using a Gauss cannon during the [[Battle of Meridian (2558)|Battle of Meridian]]. | File:Turret2.png|A Miner using a Gauss cannon during the [[Battle of Meridian (2558)|Battle of Meridian]]. | ||
File:H5G-Locke& | File:H5G-Locke&M70.jpg|[[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan]] [[Jameson Locke]] using an M70 during the Battle of Meridian. | ||
File:H5G- | File:H5G-M70HUD2-Campaign.png|Third-person view of [[Edward Buck]] using a detached M70 in the ''Halo 5: Guardians'' campaign. | ||
File:H5G- | File:H5G-M70HUD.png|Heads-up display of an M70 on the back of an [[M12G1 Gauss Warthog]] on [[Recurve]]. | ||
File:H5G- | File:H5G-M70HUD1.png|Heads-up display of a stationary M70 on [[Guillotine]]. | ||
File:H5G- | File:H5G-M70HUD2.png|Heads-up display of an M70 ripped off its tripod. | ||
File:H5G-Venture& | File:H5G-Venture&M70.jpg|A [[VENTURE-class Mjolnir|Venture]]-clad Spartan-IV using an M70 during a [[Warzone]] simulation on [[Raid on Apex 7]]. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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== List of appearances == | == List of appearances == | ||
* ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}} | * ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}} | ||
== Sources == | == Sources == | ||
