MA5K carbine

The MA5K Carbine is a United Nations Space Command ground firearm.

Design
The MA5K is a cut-down variant of the standard MA5B Assault Rifle. The weapon is most likely lighter and easier to carry than larger assault weapons, and so it is possibly appropriate, to call it a carbine. Aesthetically, it is like a cross between an Assault Rifle and a Battle Rifle, although the MA5K functions more like an Assault Rifle. It features a stripped-down design that appears almost skeletal.

Based on current-era tactical philosophy, it is believed that the MA5K variant, was produced specifically for Special Operations forces because of its lighter frame, which allowed for more quick maneuvering and less visible profile, and probably for its lighter aural signature, which suits the requirements of commando missions well. This would make it perfect for ODSTs and vehicle crews as well, since it wouldn't take up much room inside the vehicle.

Operational History
MA5Ks were not as often used for front line duty because of their reduced stopping power, but they came into use by the Spartan-IIIs from 2531 to 2552, especially during the Battle of Onyx.

Trivia

 * It is more of a Carbine or more like a SMG, such as the MA2B Assault Rifle, instead of an Assault Rifle like the MA5B or MA5C.
 * The MA5K has been added to several maps in Halo Custom Edition by some mapping teams.
 * On the cover of Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, the Spartan-III in the SPI Armor is holding an MA5K.
 * It is similar, in metaphorical terms, to the relation of the M16 Assault rifle, and M4 Carbine. Although there is a fairly drastic difference to the overall look of the two weapons, unlike the M16, and M4

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