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The '''M68 Gauss Cannon''' is a [[weapon]] that fires hyper-velocity, high-density projectiles similar to those of a [[MAC]] gun, except on a much smaller scale. It is mounted on the rear of the [[M12G1 Warthog LAAV]]. | The '''M68 Gauss Cannon''' is a [[weapon]] that fires hyper-velocity, high-density projectiles similar to those of a [[MAC]] gun, except on a much smaller scale. It is mounted on the rear of the [[M12G1 Warthog LAAV]]. | ||
It is very powerful and very useful against vehicles. However, it is not as effective against infantry as the [[M41 LAAG]], which is also mounted on the [[Warthog]]. This is because there is little splash damage and it has a slower rate of fire, but a direct hit will kill most enemies in one shot, two if they have an [[ | It is very powerful and very useful against vehicles. However, it is not as effective against infantry as the [[M41 LAAG]], which is also mounted on the [[Warthog]]. This is because there is little splash damage and it has a slower rate of fire, but a direct hit will kill most enemies in one shot, two if they have an [[overshield]]. Due to its power and reasonable rate of fire it is a good weapon against [[Wraiths]] and many other vehicles. It is similar to the [[102mm SC-HE Rocket Turret]] of [[Halo PC]] but shoots like a miniaturized version of the [[MAC]] cannon. | ||
This weapon uses a set of electromagnets to propel a 25mm slug at high speed. The great velocity of the projectile is the key to the stopping power and performance of the Gauss cannon, giving it unparalleled armor penetration. | This weapon uses a set of electromagnets to propel a 25mm slug at high speed. The great velocity of the projectile is the key to the stopping power and performance of the Gauss cannon, giving it unparalleled armor penetration. | ||