Jiralhanae Major

Brute Major is an elevated rank for Brutes of the Covenant. These veteran Brutes are stronger and smarter than their younger counterparts, and have been given the right to wear basic armor. This armor also makes them harder to kill.

Combat
These Brutes are typically seen sporting Brute Plasma Rifles, Covenant Carbines, or Brute Shots. They are usually seen commanding less experienced Brutes, and they are more aggressive when going berserk. It is best to try and kill them using a Carbine, Energy Sword, M6C Magnum, Sniper Rifle, or their own weapon: the Brute Shot, since they have more stamina then their counterparts and don't use shields. Like all Brutes, they are vulnerable to head shots and do not regenerate shields like Elites. Also, like most enemies, Brutes can be killed by assassination. This is especially useful when using the Arbiter's Active Camouflage in Halo 2. It is wise to kill the Brute major first to eliminate the enemy with the most potential to kill you.

Halo 3
The Brute Majors in Halo 3, like the jump pack brutes, are clad in blue armor and are between the ranks of Elite Minor and Elite Major Domo. They have armor that looks similar to a Brute Minors', but there are a few differences, such as the presence of shoulder and knee pads, and bands on their thighs which hold a spiker.