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{{Center|This article is about the UNSC autoturret featured in ''Halo 4''. For the similar weapon type introduced in ''Halo 5: Guardians'', see [[Unidentified UNSC turret]]. For the Forerunner weapon, see [[Forerunner automated turret]].}}
{{Disambig header|the UNSC autoturret featured in ''Halo 4''|other types of automated turret employed by various factions|Automated turret}}
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|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]
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The '''M3063 Automated Heavy Machine Gun/Self-Tracking''' ('''M3063 AHMG/ST'''), colloquially referred to as the '''Deployable Turret''' or '''Autoturret''',<ref>'''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 82''</ref> is a [[UNSC Defense Force]] automated anti-personnel sentry weapon. Mounted on a heavy tetrapod, the weapon emits a visible [[laser]] [[Laser aiming module|to aid in targeting]]. It features a machine gun that fires at a moderate rate, and an energy weapon that fires [[Electromagnetic pulse|EMP]] shots similar to the [[Type-25 plasma pistol]].
The '''M3063 Automated Heavy Machine Gun/Self-Tracking''' ('''M3063 AHMG/ST'''), colloquially referred to as the '''deployable turret''' or '''autoturret''', is an [[automated turret]] utilised by the [[United Nations Space Command]] as an anti-personnel sentry weapon.{{Ref/Reuse|H4VG}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=183}}
 
==Overview==
===Design details===
Mounted on a heavy tetrapod, the weapon emits a visible [[laser]] [[Laser aiming module|to aid in targeting]]. It features a heavy [[machine gun]] that fires at a moderate rate, and an energy weapon that fires an [[electromagnetic pulse]] (EMP) shot similar to the overcharge function of the [[Covenant]]'s [[Type-25 plasma pistol]].{{Ref/Game|H4|Autoturret in-game unit}}
 
As with most [[human]] automated defences, M3063s can be deployed with multiple units [[UNSC battle network|networked together]] to act as a single machine. In these scenarios, the turrets are generally deployed with overlapping fields of fire with which they can be used to their best effect. Defensive networks like this generally rely on an optical or laser sensor and an [[Identification friend or foe|IFF]] interrogator for target acquisition, which can then be shared across the network to best facilitate effective firing.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}


==Operational history==
==Operational history==
This autoturret was frequently used in [[War Games]] training sessions by [[SPARTAN-IV program|SPARTAN-IVs]] aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}. It was an effective way to defend captured bases and secure objectives, especially in [[Dominion]] matches.<ref>[http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/intel/inteldetail/3660b4d2-58c5-43e0-ab59-a9ee99b8c3e3/dominion?category=wargames '''Halo Waypoint''' ''Dominion'']</ref>
This autoturret was frequently used in [[War Games]] training sessions by [[SPARTAN-IV program|SPARTAN-IVs]] aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}. It was an effective way to defend captured bases and secure objectives, especially in [[Dominion]] matches.{{Ref/Site|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/intel/inteldetail/3660b4d2-58c5-43e0-ab59-a9ee99b8c3e3/dominion?category=wargames|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Dominion|D=14|M=10|Y=2013}}


When the ''Infinity'' returned to the [[Forerunner]] [[shield world]] [[Requiem]] in [[2558]], various UNSC bases and outposts were established on the inner surface of the planet. Several such autoturrets were used to defend these locations, including [[Galileo Base]], [[Two Giants]] and [[Magma Base]].
When the ''Infinity'' [[Requiem Campaign|returned]] to the [[Forerunner]] [[shield world]] [[Requiem]] in [[2558]], various UNSC bases and outposts were established on the inner surface of the planet. Several such autoturrets were used to defend these locations, including [[Galileo Base]],{{Ref/SpOps|Episode=Catherine|Level=Galileo}} [[Two Giants]],{{Ref/SpOps|Episode=Catherine|Level=Shootout In Valhalla}} and [[Magma Base]].{{Ref/SpOps|Episode=Memento Mori|Level=The Cauldron Base}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
===Concept art===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Halo 4 Turret concept art 1.jpg|Concept art of the autoturret.
File:H4 UNSCProps Concept Sketches.jpg|Very early sketches of various UNSC props for ''Halo 4'', including some very early drafts of what would become the M3063.
File:H4 Concept DominionTurret.jpg|More concept art of the autoturret.
File:Halo 4 Turret concept art 1.jpg|More concept art of the autoturret.
File:Halo 4 Turret concept art 2.jpg|More concept art of the autoturret.
File:Halo 4 Turret concept art 2.jpg|More concept art of the autoturret.
File:H4_M3063Turret_Concept_1.jpg|Concept art.
File:H4_M3063Turret_Concept_1.jpg|More concept art of the autoturret.
File:H4_M3063Turret_Concept_2.jpg|Concept art depicting other variants that were more energy-based, anti-aircraft only, and EMP based that would knock out shields.
File:H4_M3063Turret_Concept_2.jpg|Concept art depicting other variants that were more energy-based, anti-aircraft only, and EMP based that would knock out shields.
</gallery>
===Screenshots===
<gallery>
File:H4-M3063AHMG-LeftSide.png|Left side view of the autoturret.
File:H4-M3063AHMG-LeftSide.png|Left side view of the autoturret.
File:H4-M3063AHMG-RightSide.png|Right side view of the autoturret.
File:H4-M3063AHMG-RightSide.png|Right side view of the autoturret.
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File:H4-Dominion-Forge-AutoTurret.jpg|Placing the turret in Forge mode.
File:H4-Dominion-Forge-AutoTurret.jpg|Placing the turret in Forge mode.
File:H4-Dominion-UNSC-AutoTurret.jpg|The autoturret completed.
File:H4-Dominion-UNSC-AutoTurret.jpg|The autoturret completed.
File:H4-Dominion on Vortex.jpg|The autoturret being used in a game of [[Dominion]] in War Games.
File:HTMCC-H4 SO DeployableTurretInactive.png|The deactivated autoturret in ''[[Spartan Ops]]''.
File:HTMCC-H4 SO DeployableTurretActive.png|The active autoturret in ''Spartan Ops''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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==Sources==
==Sources==
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{{Ref/Sources}}


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Latest revision as of 21:57, March 28, 2024

This article is about the UNSC autoturret featured in Halo 4. For other types of automated turret employed by various factions, see Automated turret.
M3063 deployable turret
H4-UNSCAutoTurret-Side.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory

Type:

Deployable automated machine gun

Specifications

Length:

4.6 metres (15 ft)[1]

Width:

2.6 metres (8.6 ft)[1]

Height:

2.5 metres (8.2 ft)[1]

Ammunition type:

12.7×99mm M340 HVE[1]

Feed system:

Varies

Rate of fire:

Automatic

Service history

In service:

Post-Covenant War conflicts

 

The M3063 Automated Heavy Machine Gun/Self-Tracking (M3063 AHMG/ST), colloquially referred to as the deployable turret or autoturret, is an automated turret utilised by the United Nations Space Command as an anti-personnel sentry weapon.[1][2]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

Mounted on a heavy tetrapod, the weapon emits a visible laser to aid in targeting. It features a heavy machine gun that fires at a moderate rate, and an energy weapon that fires an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) shot similar to the overcharge function of the Covenant's Type-25 plasma pistol.[3]

As with most human automated defences, M3063s can be deployed with multiple units networked together to act as a single machine. In these scenarios, the turrets are generally deployed with overlapping fields of fire with which they can be used to their best effect. Defensive networks like this generally rely on an optical or laser sensor and an IFF interrogator for target acquisition, which can then be shared across the network to best facilitate effective firing.[2]

Operational history[edit]

This autoturret was frequently used in War Games training sessions by SPARTAN-IVs aboard the UNSC Infinity. It was an effective way to defend captured bases and secure objectives, especially in Dominion matches.[4]

When the Infinity returned to the Forerunner shield world Requiem in 2558, various UNSC bases and outposts were established on the inner surface of the planet. Several such autoturrets were used to defend these locations, including Galileo Base,[5] Two Giants,[6] and Magma Base.[7]

Trivia[edit]

  • It is possible to place these on a map outside of Dominion, but it is necessary to remove the Dominion gametype label from the object first.
  • If one places and activates one of these turrets in Forge, and then deletes the base, the actual turret itself will remain.

Gallery[edit]

Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.

Concept art[edit]

  • Very early sketches of various UNSC props for Halo 4, including some very early drafts of what would become the M3063.

    Very early sketches of various UNSC props for Halo 4, including some very early drafts of what would become the M3063.

  • More concept art of the autoturret.

    More concept art of the autoturret.

  • More concept art of the autoturret.

    More concept art of the autoturret.

  • More concept art of the autoturret.

    More concept art of the autoturret.

  • More concept art of the autoturret.

    More concept art of the autoturret.

  • Concept art depicting other variants that were more energy-based, anti-aircraft only, and EMP based that would knock out shields.

    Concept art depicting other variants that were more energy-based, anti-aircraft only, and EMP based that would knock out shields.

Screenshots[edit]

  • Left side view of the autoturret.

    Left side view of the autoturret.

  • Right side view of the autoturret.

    Right side view of the autoturret.

  • Profile of the M3063 autoturret with targeting laser.

    Profile of the M3063 autoturret with targeting laser.

  • Frontal view of the autoturret.

    Frontal view of the autoturret.

  • A turret engaging a SPARTAN-IV.

    A turret engaging a SPARTAN-IV.

  • Placing the turret in Forge mode.

    Placing the turret in Forge mode.

  • The autoturret completed.

    The autoturret completed.

  • The autoturret being used in a game of Dominion in War Games.

    The autoturret being used in a game of Dominion in War Games.

  • The deactivated autoturret in Spartan Ops.

    The deactivated autoturret in Spartan Ops.

  • The active autoturret in Spartan Ops.

    The active autoturret in Spartan Ops.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 82
  2. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 183
  3. ^ Halo 4, Autoturret in-game unit
  4. ^ Halo Waypoint, Dominion (Retrieved on Oct 14, 2013) [archive]
  5. ^ Halo 4 - Spartan Ops, episode Catherine, level Galileo
  6. ^ Halo 4 - Spartan Ops, episode Catherine, level Shootout In Valhalla
  7. ^ Halo 4 - Spartan Ops, episode Memento Mori, level The Cauldron Base

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