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The '''Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Gyroc Launcher''', colloquially nicknamed the '''Hydra''', is a series of handheld missile launchers developed by [[Chalybs Defense Solutions]] for use by the military forces of the [[United Nations Space Command]]. | [[File:HINF Hydra Firing.png|300px|thumb|A [[CAVALLINO-class Mjolnir|CAVALLINO]]-clad Spartan firing an MLRS-2 Hydra.]] | ||
The '''Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Gyroc Launcher''', colloquially nicknamed the '''Hydra''', is a series of handheld missile launchers developed by [[Chalybs Defense Solutions]] for use by the military forces of the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Site|Id=universe|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/hydra-launcher|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Hydra Launcher|D=30|M=10|Y=2021}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=177}} | |||
==Overview== | |||
[[File:H5 Hydra on Regret.jpg|300px|thumb|A [[RECRUIT-class Mjolnir|RECRUIT]]-clad Spartan firing an MLRS-1 Hydra.]] | |||
===Design details=== | |||
Hydras are multiple-rocket launchers designed to fire 9X-G high explosive, airbursting (HEAB) gyroscopically-stabilised rockets. They are infantry-portable and held akin to a [[rifle]]. The fore of the weapon contains a revolving cylinder typically holding six rockets which can be semi-automatically fired in rapid succession. The Hydra's most unique feature is its lock-on. The weapons' targeting and detection suite is capable of locking onto enemy infantry and vehicles, with the rockets fired self-guiding onto these targets.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
===History=== | |||
Hydras are relatively recent additions into the UNSC arsenal. As of [[2558]], the MLRS-1 Hydra had only been issued to operatives of the [[Spartan Operations]] division and had yet to see widespread usage among the regular military.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | |||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
There are two major production lines of the Hydra in service - the MLRS-1 and MLRS-2. Each line has its own sub-variants. | There are two major production lines of the Hydra in service - the MLRS-1 and MLRS-2. Each line has its own sub-variants. | ||
===MLRS-1 Hydra=== | ===MLRS-1 Hydra=== | ||
The [[MLRS-1 Hydra]] was employed by UNSC forces during the early stages of the [[Created conflict]].{{Ref/ | The [[MLRS-1 Hydra]] was employed by UNSC forces during the early stages of the [[Created conflict]].{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
*'''[[Typhon]]:''' | *'''[[Typhon]]:''' a specialised upgrade in [[Watershed Division]] prototyping, with higher damage and more effective recoil compensation.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Game|H5G|List of REQ cards|REQ card|Detail=Typhon description|Quote=What Chalybs builds, Watershed Division perfects. Improved Hydra Launcher with upgraded recoil compensation, warhead damage, and reload speed.}} | ||
*'''[[Echidna]]:''' | *'''[[Echidna]]:''' a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, firing non-nuclear [[electromagnetic pulse]] missiles.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Game|H5G|List of REQ cards|REQ card|Detail=Echidna description|Quote=Experimental mini-missile warheads are just one of Chalybs Defense's many R&D projects. Advanced Hydra Launcher loaded with experimental EMP warheads capable of temporarily disabling enemy vehicles.}} | ||
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File:H5G-Hydra render.png|The MLRS-1. | File:H5G-Hydra render.png|The MLRS-1. | ||
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===MLRS-2 Hydra=== | ===MLRS-2 Hydra=== | ||
The [[MLRS-2 Hydra]] is employed by UNSC forces operating on [[Installation 07]].{{Ref/ | The [[MLRS-2 Hydra]] is employed by UNSC forces operating on [[Installation 07]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
*'''[[Pursuit Hydra]]:''' | *'''[[Pursuit Hydra]]:''' a variant of the MLRS-2 firing rockets with a higher velocity and lower targeting time.{{Ref/Game|Id=forge|HINF|Forge - Pursuit Hydra description|Quote=Increased long-range proficiency with faster target lock and improved rocket velocity.}}{{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|D=05|M=05|Y=2023}} | ||
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File:HINF_Hydra_Crop.png|The MLRS-2. | File:HINF_Hydra_Crop.png|The MLRS-2. | ||
Revision as of 18:59, May 21, 2023
A CAVALLINO-clad Spartan firing an MLRS-2 Hydra.
The Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Gyroc Launcher, colloquially nicknamed the Hydra, is a series of handheld missile launchers developed by Chalybs Defense Solutions for use by the military forces of the United Nations Space Command.[1][2]
Overview
A RECRUIT-clad Spartan firing an MLRS-1 Hydra.
Design details
Hydras are multiple-rocket launchers designed to fire 9X-G high explosive, airbursting (HEAB) gyroscopically-stabilised rockets. They are infantry-portable and held akin to a rifle. The fore of the weapon contains a revolving cylinder typically holding six rockets which can be semi-automatically fired in rapid succession. The Hydra's most unique feature is its lock-on. The weapons' targeting and detection suite is capable of locking onto enemy infantry and vehicles, with the rockets fired self-guiding onto these targets.[1][2]
History
Hydras are relatively recent additions into the UNSC arsenal. As of 2558, the MLRS-1 Hydra had only been issued to operatives of the Spartan Operations division and had yet to see widespread usage among the regular military.[1]
Variants
There are two major production lines of the Hydra in service - the MLRS-1 and MLRS-2. Each line has its own sub-variants.
MLRS-1 Hydra
The MLRS-1 Hydra was employed by UNSC forces during the early stages of the Created conflict.[1][2]
- Typhon: a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, with higher damage and more effective recoil compensation.[1][3]
- Echidna: a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, firing non-nuclear electromagnetic pulse missiles.[1][4]
The MLRS-1.
The MLRS-1 "Typhon".
The MLRS-1 "Echidna".
MLRS-2 Hydra
The MLRS-2 Hydra is employed by UNSC forces operating on Installation 07.[2]
- Pursuit Hydra: a variant of the MLRS-2 firing rockets with a higher velocity and lower targeting time.[5][6]
The MLRS-2.
The MLRS-2 "Pursuit".
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f Halo Waypoint, Hydra Launcher (Retrieved on Oct 30, 2021) [archive]
- ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 177
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Typhon description "What Chalybs builds, Watershed Division perfects. Improved Hydra Launcher with upgraded recoil compensation, warhead damage, and reload speed."
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Echidna description "Experimental mini-missile warheads are just one of Chalybs Defense's many R&D projects. Advanced Hydra Launcher loaded with experimental EMP warheads capable of temporarily disabling enemy vehicles."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Forge - Pursuit Hydra description: "Increased long-range proficiency with faster target lock and improved rocket velocity."
- ^ Halo Support, Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory (Retrieved on May 5, 2023) [archive]
