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Used as a heavy support [[weapon]] in ground based combat, it provides a rapid stream of powerful plasma rounds, to suppress enemy movements and offensive actions. The cannon is basically a mobile support weapon and as such offers no protection for the operator which is usually a [[Heavy Grunt]], although it can occasionally be used by an [[Sangheili Major]] or a [[Sangheili Ranger]]. The gunner is completely exposed to enemy fire, so a well covered emplacement position would be desired for prolonged use, especially if under fire. This separates it from the [[Shade]] turrets, as Shades offer some measure of protection for their operator but are, however, not man-portable. Unlike the similar [[Type-52 plasma cannon]], the Type-42 does not include the shield-like protrusions on the crest of the barrel and appears very much like an elongated [[Type-25 plasma rifle]]. | Used as a heavy support [[weapon]] in ground based combat, it provides a rapid stream of powerful plasma rounds, to suppress enemy movements and offensive actions. The cannon is basically a mobile support weapon and as such offers no protection for the operator which is usually a [[Heavy Grunt]], although it can occasionally be used by an [[Sangheili Major]] or a [[Sangheili Ranger]]. The gunner is completely exposed to enemy fire, so a well covered emplacement position would be desired for prolonged use, especially if under fire. This separates it from the [[Shade]] turrets, as Shades offer some measure of protection for their operator but are, however, not man-portable. Unlike the similar [[Type-52 plasma cannon]], the Type-42 does not include the shield-like protrusions on the crest of the barrel and appears very much like an elongated [[Type-25 plasma rifle]]. | ||
The T-42 DESW is carried and operated in a similar fashion to the [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]]'s [[M247 machine gun|M247 GPMG]]. In the portable form, it includes a two-part foldable mount that contacts the ground in the shape of a "V". It has an approximate 65 degree turn radius and 50 degree pitch. It fires plasma bolts similar to those of the Covenant Plasma Rifle, but at a much higher rate. A plasma generator, developed by the [[San'Shyuum]], is built into the tripod which allows the gun to fire indefinitely. These generators were considered so efficient they were deemed borderline heretical centuries before the Covenant War, as they encroached too closely on the "divine perfection" of [[Forerunner]] technology.<ref name="waypoint">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/plasma-cannon '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Type-58 Plasma Cannon'']</ref> | |||
In the post-Covenant War era, the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] determined that the Type-42 | In the post-Covenant War era, the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] determined that the Type-42 plasma cannon is far more advanced than they initially assumed.<ref name="waypoint"/> | ||
=== Combat | === Combat usage === | ||
Since the operator is completely exposed, it is logical to kill the gunner, and not attempt to destroy the gun itself. The gunners are usually positioned low to the ground and as such can be difficult targets to hit. It's advised to attempt this from cover, since the sheer volume of fire the cannon can lay down is not to be underestimated. Once the operator is down, a well placed grenade or some other explosive should be used to put the cannon out of action temporarily (although fairly rare, another Grunt will operate the turret if the original gunner is killed). | Since the operator is completely exposed, it is logical to kill the gunner, and not attempt to destroy the gun itself. The gunners are usually positioned low to the ground and as such can be difficult targets to hit. It's advised to attempt this from cover, since the sheer volume of fire the cannon can lay down is not to be underestimated. Once the operator is down, a well placed grenade or some other explosive should be used to put the cannon out of action temporarily (although fairly rare, another Grunt will operate the turret if the original gunner is killed). | ||