Editing MA40 assault rifle

{{Status|Canon}}
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{{Weapon infobox
|name=MA40 assault rifle
|image=[[File:HINF - MA40 Product Logo.png|100px]]<br>
[[File:HInf MA40 cutout 2.png|300px]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]{{Ref/Book|Id=EN|Enc22|Page=162}}
|series=[[MA series]]{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
|type=[[Assault rifle]]{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
|cost=
|variant=[[MA40 Longshot]]{{Ref/Game|Id=longshot|HINF|[[Forge]] - MA40 Longshot description|Quote=Precision MA40 with improved long-range performance.}}
|length={{Convert|38|in|cm|disp=flip|sigfig=3|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
|width=
|height=
|weight=
|ammotype=[[7.62x51mm#M118 FMJ-AP|M118 7.62x51mm FMJ-AP]]{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
|capacity=
|feed=36-round detachable box magazine{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
|operation=Fully-automatic{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Support|URL=https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/6882880281364-Halo-Infinite-Weapon-Equipment-and-Vehicle-Inventory-|Site=Halo Support|Page=Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory|Quote=M40 assault rifle. Versatile fully automatic rifle that excels at close-to-medium range engagements.|D=05|M=05|Y=2023}}
|rate=High{{Ref/Reuse|forge}}
|velocity=
|optics=
|range=Close-quarters{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
|service=
*[[Human-Covenant War]]{{Ref/Reuse|HITutorial}}
*[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/Reuse|hinfgameplay}}
}}
{{Article quote|Built on the proven Misriah ICWS platform, the MA40 is the standard-issue heavy rifle of the UNSC assault troops. It is an ideal weapon for stripping enemy shields because of its high rate of fire and heavy round, though the rifle is not renowned for accuracy or low ammunition consumption.{{Ref/Game|Id=forge|HINF|Forge - MA40 Assault Rifle description|Quote=Built on the proven Misriah ICWS platform, the MA40 is the standard-issue heavy rifle of the UNSC assault troops. It is an ideal weapon for stripping enemy shields because of its high rate of fire and heavy round, though the rifle is not renowned for accuracy or low ammunition consumption.}}}}

The '''MA40 Individual Combat Weapon System (ICWS)''', or '''MA40 assault rifle''', is a weapon in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]]. Built on [[Misriah]]'s proven ICWS platform, the MA40 incorporates a number of updates made to the [[MA5]] production lines during the [[Human-Covenant War]]. As of [[2560]], it is considered the standard-issue heavy rifle of the [[Marine Corps]] and [[Army]].{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}{{Ref/Reuse|forge}}

==Overview==
[[File:HSOR FullCover Art.jpg|thumb|[[John-117]] and [[Frederic-104]] using the MA40 assault rifles during [[Operation: WOLFE]].]]
===Design details===
Produced by Misriah Armory,{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} the MA40 is a part of the same lineage as the MA37.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SoR2|SoR|Chapter=2}} Improvements over the MA37 are subtle, but significantly increase mechanical reliability and durability in extreme conditions, including vacuum.{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}

The rifle feeds from 36-round detachable box magazines. Present above the trigger guard on both sides of the weapon's body are fire selectors, with three dots for positions. One is black, and the others are red, indicating safe and two firing modes,{{Ref/Game|Id=hinfmodel|HI|In-game weapon model}} one of which is fully-automatic.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SoR12|SoR|Chapter=12}} The MA40's charging handle is positioned on the left side of its body, and its ejection port is situated on the right. Beneath the end of its barrel is located a multifunction receiver into which devices that grant supplemental functionality, such as infrared laser designators, can be mounted.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SoR19|SoR|Chapter=19}} The MA40 is also capable of being fitted with a sound-suppressor on the fly, to reduce its firing signature.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SoR11|SoR|Chapter=11}} Although it lacks a built-in ammunition indicator like the later models in the MA series, the MA40 is typically equipped with the [[EVOS-J]] attachment instead.{{Ref/Reuse|hinfmodel}}

The MA40's appearance heavily resembles the MA37, featuring a dark grey and black finish, with a bright yellow stripe running across the cowling. The weapon is stamped with various decals including a QR code that, when translated, lists the weapon's name.{{Ref/Reuse|hinfmodel}} The sides of the upper receiver contain a [https://internationalsportsman.com/proof-marks-date-codes-and-german-firearms/ proof mark] indicating the weapon's year of manufacture and a certification that the weapon is safe to fire with nitrocellulose-based gunpowder. In the case of the MA40s supplied to {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} forces in 2560, the weapons have the proof code FI, which translates to a manufacture year of [[2558]].

===Usage===
{{Quote|Misriah Armory stock increase.|A [[Superintendent-class artificial intelligence]] after a [[Spartan-IV]] got a kill with a MA40 in a [[War Games]] simulation.{{Ref/Game|Id=AI|Hi|[[Personal AI]] dialogue}}}}
Although the MA40 assault rifle was in service as early as the [[Battle for Earth]] in late [[2552]],{{Ref/Level|Id=HITutorial|HInf|Tutorial (Halo Infinite)|Tutorial}} the MA40 has been not seen widespread service until at least during the [[Created conflict]]. Although the MA40 has recently eclipsed the MA5 series in service, the latter still dominates most armories in sheer volume.{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=163}} The MA40 was used extensively by [[Blue Team]] during the [[Operation: WOLFE|mission]] to [[Reach]] in [[2559]],{{Ref/Reuse|SoR2}} and saw widespread usage among Marine personnel stranded on [[Installation 07]] during the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]] later that year.{{Ref/Game|Id=hinfgameplay|HI|gameplay}} An MA40 was kept in the cockpit of [[Fernando Esparza]]’s [[Echo 216|Pelican dropship]] in [[2560]], and the rifle was later used by [[John-117]] on Installation 07.{{Ref/Level|HINF|Warship Gbrakkon}}

==Variants==
*'''MA40 Flashblind''': A modified variant of the MA40 chemically treated for corrosion and bioadhesion resistance. The gun's firing components can be sterilized while the weapon furniture is replaced.{{Ref/Game|HI|Weapon customization|MA40 Flashblind - Description|Quote=Chemically-treated for maximum corrosion resistance and low bioadhesion. The core firing components can be quickly sterilized while the weapon furniture is incinerated between missions.}}
*'''[[MA40 Longshot]]''': A modified variant of the MA40 with a reduced magazine size from 36 to 25, though has increased precision capabilities, raising its performance at long-range.{{Ref/Game|HINF|Forge - MA40 Longshot description|Quote=Precision MA40 with improved long-range performance.}}
*'''MA40 MODE MS''': A custom manufactured version of the MA40, with microbial and CBRN-resistant nanodiamond coatings.{{Ref/Game|HI|Weapon customization|MA40 MODE MS - Description|Quote=Custom-manufactured MA40 assault rifles with microbial-resistant and CBRN-resistant nanodiamond coatings in key locations.}}
<gallery class=center>
File:HINF - Weapon model icon - MA40 Flashblind.png|MA40 Flashblind
File:HINF MA40 Longshot Crop.png|MA40 Longshot
File:HINF - Weapon model icon - MA40 MODE MS.png|MA40 MODE MS
</gallery>
===MA40 attachments===
*'''Type 2A Barrel Shroud''': A muzzle attachment, design for better heat distribution.{{Ref/Game|HI|Weapon customization|Type 2A Barrel Shroud - Description|Quote=For improved heat distribution.}}
<gallery class=center>
File:HINF Type 2A Barrel Shroud Weapon Model Icon.png|Type 2A Barrel Shroud
</gallery>

==In-game information==
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{{Article quote|Reliable, fully automatic assault rifle at short to medium range.{{Ref/Game|HI|Weapon customization|Weapons Bench description}}{{Ref/Game|HI|Academy - Weapon Drills - MA40 AR description}}}}
The MA40 holds 36 rounds ready, with 216 rounds (108 in multiplayer) in reserve. The base version of the MA40 assault rifle has lowered damage per round and its bloom gradually increases as the trigger is held. The reticle is very similar to the [[MA5D]]'s reticle in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''. It takes 20 shots to kill a fully shielded Spartan (12 to break shields, 8 unshielded bodyshots). The MA40 is highly effective in close-quarters combat. The weapon, when compared to other recent incarnations of the assault rifle, fires at a significantly faster rate, akin to the [[MA5B assault rifle]].{{Ref/Reuse|hinfgameplay}}
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==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
===Silver Timeline===
{{Notice/Silver|category=no}}
MA40 assault rifles were used by UNSC personnel, including [[John-117/Silver|John-117]], during the [[Human-Covenant War/Silver|Human-Covenant War]].{{Ref/Film|TV|[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two|Season 2]]}}
==Production notes==
The MA40 was first seen during the [[Discover Hope]] trailer for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'', which was shown at [[Electronic Entertainment Expo|E3 2019]].{{Ref/Marketing|HI|Discover Hope}} Its name was first revealed when the NERF toy based on the weapon was announced on February 18, 2020. Purchases of the NERF MA40 come with a code that unlocks a skin for the weapon in ''Halo Infinite''.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/halo-is-getting-new-nerf-blasters-including-the-ne/1100-6473725/|Site=GameSpot|Page=Halo Is Getting New Nerf Blasters, Including The Needler|D=19|M=08|Y=2022}}

The MA40 received a visual upgrade to its textures first seen in the January 2021 edition of ''Inside Infinite''. The color scheme appears much darker with a yellow strip along the barrel, paying homage to the MA37. The ammo counter visual is brighter and the munition counter itself is highlighted by a bright blue box.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/inside-infinite-january-2021|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Inside Infinite - January 2021|D=22|M=03|Y=2022}}

==Gallery==
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===Developmental images===
<gallery>
File:HINF MA40 cutout.png|An early render of the MA40 assault rifle.
File:HINF MA40 Adrenal Skin.png|An early render of the MA40, featuring the Adrenal coating.
File:HINF-MA40AR.png|''Halo Infinite'' in-engine render of the MA40 from the January 2021 edition of ''Inside Infinite''.
File:HINF E319 MA40.png|Third person view of the MA40 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere.
File:HINF XGS 2020 MA40 Heads Up Display.png|First person view of the MA40 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere.
File:HINF CGP MA40 Reload w- Cartridge.png||First-person view of an MA40 being reloaded in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere, with a cartridge being visible in the magazine.
File:HINF CGP MA40 Reload More Magazine.png|Alternate first-person view of an MA40 being reloaded in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere, displaying more of the magazine.
File:HINF CGP MA40 Reload Charging Handle.png|First-person view of an MA40's charging handle being cycled whilst reloading the weapon during the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere.
File:HINF CGP MA40 firing at elite.png|First-person view of an MA40 being used to engage an Elite during the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere.
File:HINF MA40 Decals.png|A study of the decals on the MA40 assault rifle.
File:HINF Concept MA40Flashblind1.jpg|Concept exploration of the MA40 Flashblind model.
File:HINF Concept MA40Flashblind2.jpg|Finalized concept art of the MA40 Flashblind model.
File:HINF XGS 2020 Grappleshot in use.jpg|John-117 using a Grappleshot while wielding an MA40.
</gallery>

===Renders===
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File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle HiPoly Render 1.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle HiPoly Render 2.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle HiPoly Render 3.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle HiPoly Render 4.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle HiPoly Render 5.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle Render 1.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle Render 2.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle Render 3.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle Render 4.jpg
File:HINF MA40AssaultRifle Render 5.jpg
File:HINF PK MA40.png|[[Press kit]] image of the MA40.
</gallery>

===Promotional images===
<gallery>
File:HINF GuardianHoloStructure.jpg|John-117 using the weapon within the [[Silent Auditorium (location)|Silent Auditorium]].
File:HINF E3MA40Crop.jpg|A promotional image featuring the MA40, adorned with the Warmaster's Prize coating.
File:HINF PK MarkVII MA40.png|A Spartan using a customized MA40.
File:HINF Achievement NeedAWeapon.png|[[Achievement]] art featuring various attachments for the MA40.
File:HINF John and MA40.jpg|John-117 wielding an MA40 in vacuum.
</gallery>

===Screenshots===
<gallery>
File:HInf HUD MA40.png|HUD icon for the MA40.
File:HINF MA40 Render.png|An angled view of the MA40.
File:HINF JohnCombatInfinity.png|John-117 firing an MA40.
File:HINF Foundation clearing elevator.png|First-person view of the MA40 firing in the final build of ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF MA40 Zoom.png|First-person view of the zooming in with the MA40.
File:HINF MA40 melee attack.png|First-person view of the melee attacking with the MA40.
File:HINF Recharge Strongholds 2.png|First-person view of the MA40 firing in multiplayer.
File:HINF-MA40MagOut.png|First-person view of the MA40 being reloaded.
File:HINF MA40 Magazine.png|The MA40's magazine of M118 7.62x51mm FMJ-AP.
File:HINF Spartan Recon 1.jpg|A [[RECON-class Mjolnir|Recon]]-clad Spartan-IV sprinting with the MA40.
File:HINF - Event - 20 Years of Halo - 00002.png|Close-up of an MA40, featuring the [[Weapon customization|Platinum Anniversary coating]].
File:HINF-MA40-MuzzleDevice.png|An MA40 equipped with a Type-2A barrel shroud on [[Live Fire]].
File:HINF - Weapon model - Shinobi Wrap.png|A [[Yoroi]]-clad Spartan using the Shinobi Wrap weapon model on [[Aquarius]].
File:HINF-Thruster2.png|A [[STORMFALL-class Mjolnir|Stormfall]]-clad Spartan using a MA40 with the Golden Eagle attachment on [[Streets]].
File:HINF - Weapon model - Dragonbark Adornment.png|A Yoroi-clad Spartan utilizing the Dragonbark Adornment weapon model on [[Deadlock (Halo Infinite)|Deadlock]].
File:HINF-MA40MODEMSFirstperson.png|First-person view of the MA40 MODE MS on [[Forest]].
File:HINF-ScarrFiesta.png|A Hakushika-clad Spartan (right) with a MA40 MODE MS on [[Scarr]].
File:HINF MA40Flashblind.png|A [[Project CORSAC]]-clad Spartan with a MA40 Flashblind.
File:HINF-AcademyHelioskrillMA40.png|A [[HELIOSKRILL-class Mjolnir|Helioskrill]]-clad Spartan using a Promethean MA40.
File:HINF - Event - Tenrai II - 00003.png|A [[Yoroi]]-clad Spartan wielding the Crimson Sun MA40 weapon model on Live Fire.
File:HTV-S2MA40.png|[[John-117/Silver|John-117]] with an MA40 in ''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]''.
File:HTV-MA40vsMA5C.jpg|The Season Two MA40 prop in comparison to the Season One MA5C prop.
</gallery>

===Merchandise===
<gallery>
File:NERF_MA40.jpg|NERF version of the MA40.
</gallery>

==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Divine Wind]]''
*''[[Become]]''
**''[[Carry On]]''
**''[[Forever We Fight]]''
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''
*''[[Halo: Winter Contention]]''
*''[[Halo: Outcasts]]''
*''[[Halo: Battle for the Blood-Moon]]''
*''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]''
**''[[Sanctuary (TV Series)|Sanctuary]]''
**''[[Sword (TV Series)|Sword]]''
**''[[Visegrád (TV Series)|Visegrád]]''
**''[[Reach (TV Series)|Reach]]''
**''[[Aleria (TV Series)|Aleria]]''
**''[[Onyx (TV Series)|Onyx]]''
**''[[Thermopylae (TV Series)|Thermopylae]]''
**''[[Halo (TV Series)|Halo]]''
*''[[Halo: Flashpoint]]''
*''[[Halo: From the Soil to the Stars]]''
*''[[Halo: Edge of Dawn]]''

==Sources==
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