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|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]<ref name="EVG">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 156''</ref><ref>'''Halo: Reach''', ''M41 SSR in-game model''</ref>
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|weight={{Convert|10.8|kg|lb}}<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/rocket-launcher '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Universe: Rocket Launcher'']</ref>
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|rate= 0.6 seconds per rocket {{C|gameplay}}<ref name="Rockets analysis">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGY_do-n6j4 Halo 5 In Depth Weapon Analysis #7: Rockets]</ref>
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The '''M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon''' ('''M41 SSR MAV/AW'''), formally known as the '''Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon, Bore 102mm, M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Launcher''', and commonly known as the '''Jackhammer''' or the '''SPNKR''' (also stylised as '''SPNKr'''), is a heavy ordnance weapon used by the [[UNSC]] and [[Insurrectionist]]s.<ref name="universe"/> It is manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]].<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 314''</ref><ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=25440 '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo: Reach Ordnance Page'']</ref> While it was obsolete before the [[Human-Covenant War]] began it was not replaced by the [[M57 Pilum]] until October [[2558]].<ref name="universe"/> However, even after it was replaced it remained popular in [[War Games]] matches aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref>
The '''M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon''' ('''M41 SSR MAV/AW'''), formally known as the '''Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon, Bore 102mm, M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Launcher''',{{Ref/Site|Id=bnetreach|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=25440|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Halo: Reach - Ordnance|D=12|M=4|Y=2016}} and commonly known as the '''Jackhammer''' or the '''SPNKr''' (pronounced "spanker"), is a heavy ordnance weapon used by the [[UNSC]] and [[Insurrectionist]]s.{{Ref/Site|Id=2016hw|https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/rocket-launcher|Halo Waypoint|Universe: Rocket Launcher|D=13|M=4|Y=2016}} It is manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|enc09}} Nicknames for the M41 SPNKr include '''Pain''', '''Launcher''', '''Breath of God''', and '''Can Opener'''.{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}}


==Design details==
==Overview==
Though there have been various shoulder-launched rocket launchers in service with the [[UNSC Armed Forces]] since its creation, only the M41 rocket launcher has the tactical importance to be heavily manufactured.<ref name="universe"/> The M41 SSR has been in service with the UNSC for decades, as early as the [[Insurrection]].<ref name="ENC"/>
[[File:HINF SPNKR Reload.png|250px|left|thumb|A [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan-IV]] inserting the disposable twin-tube unit into an M41D SPNKr.]]
===Design details===
The M41 SPNKr is characterized by its two main components: firstly, a reusable launcher that opens and closes with a hinge mechanism, which encircles most of the magazine; secondly, a disposable magazine containing two rockets.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetreach}}{{Ref/Reuse|2016hw}} The launcher is [[Wikipedia:Shoulder-fired missile|shoulder-fired]], and the wielder stabilizes the weapon by holding a foregrip extending from the trigger guard. The weapon uses a unique system for loading and firing: rather than using a traditional magazine or single-shot system, it is fed by a disposable unit with two tubes, each of which holds a single rocket. When one of the rockets is fired, the other is cycled into place; when both have been fired, the operator opens the launcher, removes the twin-tube unit to insert another, and then closes the mechanism around the unit. As such, the M41 is considerably portable,{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} allowing the operator to quickly reload while in combat and greatly reduces the weight he carries without throwing the weapon away. A self-test button on the weapon rotates the twin-tubes to ensure the mechanism will rotate as intended.{{Ref/Game|HCE|Rocket Launcher idle animation}}


The M41 rocket launcher fires [[M19 surface-to-surface missile|M19 102mm high-explosive shaped charge missiles]]. The weapon uses a unique system for loading and firing: rather than using a traditional magazine or single-shot system, it is fed by a pair of detachable barrels, each of which holds a single rocket. When one of the rockets is fired, the other is cycled into place; when both have been fired, the operator removes the barrel unit and inserts another. This allows the operator to quickly reload while in combat and greatly reduces the weight he carries without throwing the weapon away, as with some disposable rocket launchers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.<ref name="ENC"/>
The M41 accepts a variety of ammunition types, with the most common being the unguided [[M19 surface-to-surface missile|M19 102mm surface-to-surface missile]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Other ammunitions include the [[M21 antipersonnel rocket]],{{Ref/Reuse|HSS3}} [[Wikipedia:Missile guidance|guided missiles]], and [[Wikipedia:Loitering munitions|hunter-killer loitering munitions]].{{Ref/Reuse|osfm}}


The M41 rocket launcher features a [[smart-linking|smart-linked]] sight, allowing users to fire rockets over long distances with devastating accuracy, although the rockets' altitude decreases over long distances. Many M41s and their M19 rockets are equipped with target tracking systems;<ref name="EVG"/> these systems allow the operator to "home" on a target, which often guarantees that the target will be struck, even if it attempts evasive maneuvers. Some launchers are capable of tracking both ground-based and airborne targets,<ref name="H2">'''Halo 2'''</ref><ref name="Wars">'''Halo Wars'''</ref> while others are capable of tracking only aircraft.<ref name="Reach">'''Halo: Reach'''</ref> Some M41s lack any form of tracking technology, requiring the operator to "dumb fire" the weapon without targeting assistance.<ref>'''Halo: Combat Evolved'''</ref><ref name="H3">'''Halo 3'''</ref><ref name="ODST">'''Halo 3: ODST'''</ref>
Many M41s are equipped with a [[Smart-linking|smart-linked]] fire control module and target tracking systems; these systems allow the operator to track a target, which often guarantees that the target will be struck, even if it attempts evasive maneuvers.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} While the M41 rocket launcher is optimized for ground targets, engineers at Misriah Armory have developed tweaks,{{Ref/Reuse|2015hw}} integrating an enhanced tracking system on certain models of the M41.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} Subsequently, some launchers are capable of tracking both ground-based and airborne targets,{{Ref/Game|Id=H2|H2|Gameplay}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Wars|HW|Gameplay}} while others are capable of tracking only aircrafts.{{Ref/Game|Id=HR|HR|Gameplay}} Some M41s lack any form of tracking technology, requiring the operator to "dumb fire" the weapon without targeting assistance.{{Ref/Game|Id=CE|CE|Gameplay}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H3|H3|Gameplay}}{{Ref/Game|Id=ODST|H3ODST|Gameplay}}


Some M41s feature a trigger guard, and an ergonomic thumbhole stock, adding the impression of greater bulk.<ref name="Reach"/><ref name="Anniversary">'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'''</ref> However, other versions lack these design features, possessing only a pistol grip and no trigger guard, resulting in a more skeletal overall appearance.<ref name="H2"/><ref name="H3"/><ref name="ODST"/><ref name="Wars"/>
Multiple variants of the M41 have been observed, with functional and aesthetic differences. Although the [[M41D SPNKr]] has no magnification optics attached, it possesses a smart-linked fire control module. The M41D features a trigger guard, and an ergonomic thumbhole stock, adding the impression of greater bulk. However, the [[M41B SPNKr|M41B model]] lack these design features, possessing only a pistol grip and no trigger guard, resulting in a more skeletal overall appearance.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}


The model used in October [[2558]] has a [[Weapon Serial Numbers|serial number]] of "00051405".<ref name="H5G"/>
The model used in October [[2558]], and the M41D variants used during the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]], has a [[Weapon Serial Numbers|serial number]] of "00051405".{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}{{Ref/Game|Id=hi|HI|Gameplay}}


==Variants==
[[File:H2A - Make More Noise.jpg|300px|thumb|[[John-117]] with an M41 during [[Battle of Installation 05|Battle]] of [[Installation 05]].]]
*'''SPNKr EM''': Variant with four rockets per magazine and is able to lock onto ground and air vehicles.<ref name="H5G"/>
===History===
*'''SPNKr EX''': Variant that fires laser-guided cluster warhead rockets that detonate in proximity to enemies, releasing an effect similar to the fields of splinter grenades.<ref name="H5G"/>
Though there have been various shoulder-launched rocket launchers in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]] armed forces since its creation, only the M41 rocket launcher has the tactical importance to be heavily manufactured.{{Ref/Reuse|2015hw}} The M41 SSR has been in service with the UNSC for decades since [[2481]],{{Ref/Reuse|osfm}} predating even the [[Insurrection]], during which it was used by the UNSC and the Insurrectionists.{{Ref/Reuse|2016hw}} Over time, the M41's role shifted from an anti-vehicular weapon to an all-purpose heavy weapon, even used in demolition purposes.{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}} While it was obsolete before the [[Human-Covenant War]] began, it was not replaced by the [[M57 Pilum]] until the [[Created conflict]] to counter [[Promethean Knight]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|2016hw}} However, even after it was replaced, it still saw use in [[War Games]] matches aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.{{Ref/Game|Id=H5G|H5G|Gameplay}}
*'''SPNKr Prime''': Variant that fires fast, powerful rockets. Spartans that use the SPNKR Prime in War Games also get boosts to movement speed, shield strength, and jump height.<ref name="H5G"/>
 
<gallery>
== Variants ==
File:Halo 5 SPNKR EM.png|SPNKr EM.
* '''[[SPNKr EM|M41 SPNKr EM]]''': Improved variant with four rockets per magazine and the ability to lock onto ground and air vehicles.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
File:H5G M41EX.png|SPNKr EX.
* '''[[SPNKr EX|M41 SPNKr EX]]''': Advanced variant that fires laser-guided cluster warhead rockets that detonate in proximity to enemies, releasing an effect similar to the fields of [[Z-400 splinter grenade|splinter grenades]], albeit without the disintegration effect. It also produces a large red glare if used with Smart-Link.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
File:H5G M41 Prime.png|SPNKr Prime.
* '''[[SPNKr Prime|M41 SPNKr Prime]]''': [[Mythic weapon|Mythic]] variant that fires fast, powerful rockets. Spartans that use the SPNKr Prime in War Games also get boosts to movement speed, shield strength, and jump height.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''[[M41B SPNKr]]''': A variant with a pistol grip and no trigger guard, but features 2× magnification.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
* '''[[M41D SPNKr]]''': A variant with no magnification optics. Used during the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]].{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|hi}}
** '''[[M41D SPNKr Tracker]]''': An improved version of the M41 that can track targets. Notably used by [[Zeretus]] during the Battle for Zeta Halo.{{Ref/Reuse|hi}}
 
<gallery class=center>
File:Halo 5 SPNKR EM.png|M41 SPNKr EM.
File:H5G M41EX.png|M41 SPNKr EX.
File:H5G M41 Prime.png|M41 SPNKr Prime.
File:H3-M41SSRocketLauncherLeft.png|M41B SPNKr.
File:HINF SPNKr Crop.png|M41D SPNKr
File:HINF SPNKr Tracker Crop.png|M41D Tracker.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
===Advantages===
{{Main|Rocket Launcher}}
The rocket launcher spreads a huge amount of damage over a large area. It is capable of taking out entire groups of infantry at any range and can kill both the passengers and crew of nearly any vehicle like the [[M808B Main Battle Tank]] or a [[Type-26 Wraith|Wraith]]. Its ability to fire two shots in rapid succession is also a major advantage.
The M41 SPNKr and its variants are featured as a usable weapon in most of the ''Halo'' games, starting with ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' and continuing through to ''[[Halo Infinite|Infinite]]''. In most of these, it is known as the "Rocket Launcher", though ''Halo 5: Guardians'' calls it the "SPNKr Rocket Launcher" as the name "Rocket Launcher" was given to the [[M57 Pilum]] instead. It is a [[power weapon]], which fires slow-moving rockets that deal an incredible amount of damage upon detonation, with a wide area of effect. The Rocket Launcher is one of the most powerful weapons in the game, and to compensate, it has a small magazine size, slow reload speed and ammo is generally very rare.
 
===Disadvantages===
The M41 SSR, though powerful, is implemented in-game as an anti-vehicle weapon, not designed for engaging infantry. Thus, its reload time is quite slow, as it takes about three to five seconds for the M41 to be fully reloaded. The rockets are slow and leave a trail of smoke in their wake, giving away the operator's position. Ammunition is often limited or unavailable, and the operator can carry only six extra rockets at once, for a total of 8 rounds. The biggest disadvantage to the operator is the blast radius of a rocket; if fired too close the splash damage can severely injure or kill its operator if fired carelessly into surrounding terrain or at a close enemy.
 
===Halo: Spartan Strike and Halo: Spartan Assault===
The M41 SSR is an exclusive weapon that can be purchased with 1000 Credits in both games. It is provided with 150 ammunition with a very high fire rate but a damage output 30% less than original damage (requiring five shots to destroy a Wraith). In ''Spartan Strike'' Mission E-5: Hold the Line, the player can equip the Rocket Launcher scattered around the LZ for free.
 
=== Changes among games ===
====Changes from ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' to ''Halo 2''====
*The weapon has a different firing sound effect.
*The weapon's melee attack and reload speeds are faster.
*Holding the right trigger allows the player to home on vehicles, gun turrets, and [[Sentinel]] [[Enforcer]]s in the campaign.
*Ammunition is indicated in the scope when zoomed in.
*The HUD ammunition indicator illustration is changed.
*The weapon's firepower and splash damage are decreased.
 
====Changes from ''Halo 2'' to ''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST''====
*The weapon's missiles travel faster.
*The tubing has a metallic silver color rather than a synthetic black finish.
*It lacks the homing feature from ''Halo 2''.
*It has a different firing sound effect.
*The weapon's melee attack and reload speeds are further decreased.
*The HUD ammunition indicator is again changed.
 
====Changes from ''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST'' to ''Halo: Reach''====
*The grips of the weapon are enclosed in a thumbhole design.
*It can now lock on to aircraft, but not other types of vehicles.
*It has slightly different firing and rocket detonation sounds.
*Rockets travel noticeably faster.
*Splash damage is increased.
*Rockets are mildly affected by gravity.
 
====Changes from ''Halo: Reach'' to ''Halo 4''====
*Rockets' travel speed increased.
*The sound of the weapon firing has been changed, akin to the "tube" sound of a grenade launcher.
*The weapon no longer has an audible indicator to verify that a lock has been achieved.
*The rocket now leaves a noticeable vapor trail when fired.
*Rockets make more noise as they travel.
 
====Changes from ''Halo 4'' to ''Halo 2: Anniversary''====
*Like the original ''Halo 2'' version the M41 can lock onto both aircraft and land vehicles.
*While the campaign uses the ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' model, the multiplayer version uses the ''[[Halo 4]]'' redesign.
 
====Changes from ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians''====
*The M41, like its ''Halo: Reach'' and ''Halo 4'' incarnations, can only lock onto aircraft.
*The M41 comes in many variations.
*Its firing sound is similar to the ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' version.
*Features some minor color changes with some spots on the weapon being orange.
 
====Changes from ''Halo Wars'' to ''Halo Wars 2''====
*Rate of fire increased slightly.
*Base damage decreased; damage increases proportionally to unit veterancy.
*Projectiles move more slowly.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
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{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of M41 rocket launcher}}
*The weapon was identified as the M19 SSM rocket launcher in the game manuals of ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' and ''Halo 2'' as well as in the ''[[Art of Halo 3]]''. It was also referred to in ''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]'' as the M19 missile launcher. It was established in ''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]'' that M19 SSM refers to the rocket ammunition while the launcher itself is designated as the M41.<ref name="EVG"/>
*The weapon was identified as the M19 SSM rocket launcher in the [[Halo: Combat Evolved manual|game manuals of ''Halo: Combat Evolved'']] and [[Halo 2 manual|''Halo 2'']] as well as in the ''[[Art of Halo 3]]''. It was also referred to in ''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]'' as the M19 missile launcher. It was established in ''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]'' that M19 SSM refers to the rocket ammunition while the launcher itself is designated as the M41.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} The 2022 edition of the ''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition)|Halo Encyclopedia]]'' further expanded on the designation, giving the M41B designation to the variant first introduced in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', while the M41D designation was given to the ''Halo Infinite'' variant.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
*The M41 SSR is aesthetically similar to the [[w:c:marathongame:SPNKR SSM Launcher|SPNKR-XP surface-to-surface missile launcher]] from [[Marathon|''Marathon 2'' and ''Marathon Infinity'']]. This weapon is also the source of the M41's "SPNKr" moniker.
*The M41 SPNKr, especially in its appearances starting from ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', is aesthetically similar to the [[marathongame:SPNKr SSM Launcher|SPNKr-XP surface-to-surface missile launcher]] from [[Marathon|''Marathon 2'' and ''Marathon Infinity'']]. This weapon is also the source of the M41's "SPNKr" moniker.
*On the last [[Coastal Highway|level]] of ''Halo 3: ODST'' there are four rocket launchers with 1000 rockets each for use in ''[[Vidmaster Challenge: Deja Vu]]''. These only appear on the [[Legendary]] difficulty when the [[Halo 3 Skulls#Iron|Iron Skull]] is activated. If any player boards a [[M12 Light Reconnaissance Vehicle|Warthog]], these rocket launchers will not spawn.
** In ''[[Wikipedia:Destiny 2|Destiny 2]]''{{'}}s Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack, the rocket launcher [[Destinypedia:Gjallarhorn|Gjallarhorn]], which debuted in the original ''Destiny'', makes an appearance. Its new alternate appearance is "GJNKR", referencing both the original ''Marathon'' weapon and the ''Halo'' weapon. However, the appearance of GJNKR looks more like the [[Cut Halo: Combat Evolved weapons#Rocket launcher|pre-release SPNKr 108 SAM]] than anything from ''Marathon''.<ref>[https://imgur.com/a/830YsmV ''Imgur'', Comparison]</ref>
*If the player uses [[Emile-A239]]'s voice in [[Firefight]], he will occasionally say ''"Someone's gonna pay!"'' when he readies a rocket launcher. This is a reference to the level ''If I Had a Rocket Launcher, I'd Make Someone Pay'' from ''[[Marathon|Marathon 2: Durandal]]'', which, in turn, was named after the [[Wikipedia:Bruce Cockburn|Bruce Cockburn]] song [[Wikipedia:If I Had a Rocket Launcher|''If I Had a Rocket Launcher'']].
*If the player uses [[Emile-A239]]'s voice in [[Firefight]], he will occasionally say ''"Someone's gonna pay!"'' when he readies a rocket launcher. This is a reference to the level ''If I Had a Rocket Launcher, I'd Make Someone Pay'' from ''[[Marathon|Marathon 2: Durandal]]'', which, in turn, was named after the [[Wikipedia:Bruce Cockburn|Bruce Cockburn]] song [[Wikipedia:If I Had a Rocket Launcher|''If I Had a Rocket Launcher'']].
*In ''Halo 2: Anniversary'', while the in-game model reuses the one from ''Halo: Reach'', the design of the M41 SPNKr depicted in [[Blur Studio]]'s pre-rendered cutscenes is based on [[:File:HR RocketLauncher Concept.jpg|a piece of ''Halo: Reach'' concept art]], featuring minor differences including a different foregrip design and blue (instead of yellow) decals on the twin-tube unit.


==Gallery==
== Gallery ==
=== ''Halo: Reach'' ===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Rocket-launcher.png|A blueprint of the M41 SSR from ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:HR_RocketLauncher_Concept.jpg|Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW.
File:HaloCE-M41SSM-RocketLauncher.png|An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.
File:HaloCE Rocket Launcher.png|A first-person view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:HaloCE-M19SSMRL-Scope-screen.png|The 2× scope of the M41 Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Rocket2.jpg|The Master Chief using an M41 SPNKR against a [[Wraith]]
File:Rocketlauncher.jpg|An M41 rocket launcher with a synthetic black finish from ''[[Halo 2]]''.
File:M19 SSM RL.png|The Rocket Launcher as it appears in ''Halo 2''.
File:halo picture_02.jpg|The M41 in use from ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-M41RocketLauncher-Scope.jpg|View through the Rocket Launcher's scope in ''Halo 2''.
File:Halo3 M41 RocketLauncher1.png|The right-side of the M41 SSR in ''Halo 3''.
File:Halo3 M41 RocketLauncher2.png|The left-side view of the M41 SSR in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 on [[High Ground]] in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-M41zoom.png|The 2× zoom in ''Halo 3''.
File:UNSC Rocket Launcher Cinematic.jpg|Models of the M41 as it appears in ''[[Halo Wars]]''' cinematics.
File:Reach M41 SSR MAV-AW.jpg|Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Reach Rocket Launcher Cropped.png|The Rocket launcher as it appears in the ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' [[Halo: Reach Beta|Beta]].
File:Reach Rocket Launcher Cropped.png|The Rocket launcher as it appears in the ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' [[Halo: Reach Beta|Beta]].
File:HReach-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HReach-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:ReachSchematic - Rocket.png|A blueprint of the M41 SSR.
File:ReachSchematic - Rocket.png|The HUD icon of the M41.
File:Corvette4.jpg|A first-person view of the M41 in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Corvette4.jpg|A first-person view of the M41.
File:Rocket Launcher Reticle Scoped.jpg|View through the scope of M41 Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Rocket Launcher Reticle Scoped.jpg|View through the scope of the M41.
File:HCEA - M41 rocket launcher.png|The M41 in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''.
</gallery>
File:HCEA-M41HUD.png|The M41 in ''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary''.
 
File:HCEA-M41zoom.png|The zoom on the M41 in ''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary''.
=== ''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary''===
File:H4-M41-SPNKR.png|The M41 in ''[[Halo 4]]''.
<gallery>
File:M41 SSR-MAV.png|HUD picture of the M41 in ''Halo 4''.
File:HCEA - M41 rocket launcher.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:H4-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 on [[Ragnarok]] in ''Halo 4''
File:HCEA-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41.
File:H4-M41zoom.png|The zoom of the M41 in ''Halo 4''.
File:HCEA-M41zoom.png|View through the scope of the M41.
File:Rockethud.jpeg|A render of the M41's scope in ''Halo 4''.
</gallery>
File:H2A RocketLauncher.png|The M41 in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''.
 
File:H2A - Make More Noise.jpg|John-117 with an M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
=== ''Halo 4''===
File:H2ACP-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
<gallery>
File:H2ACP-M41zoom.png|The zoom in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:H4-M41-SPNKR.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:H2AM41.jpg|A [[Mark VI]]-clad Spartan using an M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:M41 SSR-MAV.png|The HUD icon of the M41.
File:H4-M41HUD-Campaign.png|First-person view of the M41 by John-117 in the campaign.
File:H4-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41 on [[Ragnarok]].
File:H4-M41zoom.png|View through the scope of the M41.
File:Rockethud.jpeg|A render of the M41's scope.
</gallery>
 
=== ''Halo 2: Anniversary''===
<gallery>
File:H2A RocketLauncher.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:H2ACP-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41.
File:H2ACP-M41zoom.png|View through the scope of the M41.
File:H2AM41.jpg|A [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]]-clad Spartan using an M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:H2AMP-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:H2AMP-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:H2AMP-M41zoom.png|The zoom of the M41.
File:H2AMP-M41zoom.png|View through the scope of the M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:H5G-M41.jpg|The M41 in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
</gallery>
File:H5G-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
 
=== ''Halo 5: Guardians''===
<gallery>
File:H5G-M41.jpg|A [[RECRUIT-class Mjolnir|Recruit]]-clad Spartan-IV sprinting with the M41.
File:H5G-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41.
File:H5G-M41zoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the M41.
File:H5G-M41zoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the M41.
File:Spnkrcertification.png|REQ Certification for the SPNKR Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREMHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 ''SPNKr EM''.
File:Spnkr basic.png|REQ Card of the SPNKR Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREM.png|A [[CENTURION-class Mjolnir|Centurion]]-clad Spartan-IV with the ''SPNKr EM''.
File:Spnkremcertification.png|REQ Certification for the SPNKR EM Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREXHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 ''SPNKr EX''.
File:Spnkr em.png|REQ Card of the SPNKR EM Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREX.png|A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the ''SPNKr EX''.
File:Spnkrexcertification.png|REQ Certification for the SPNKR EX Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREXeffect.png|The explosive effect of the ''EX'' variant.
File:Spnkr ex.png|REQ Card of the SPNKR EX Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKRPrimeHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 ''SPNKr Prime''.
File:Spnkrprimecertification.png|REQ Certification for the SPNKR Prime Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M41SPNKRPrime.png|A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the ''SPNKr Prime'' on [[Guillotine]].
File:Spnkr prime.png|REQ Card of the SPNKR Prime Rocket Launcher.
File:H5G-M57vsM41.png|An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKr.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREMHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 SPNKR EM.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREM.png|An [[INDOMITABLE-class Mjolnir|Indomitable]]-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKR EM.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREXHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 SPNKR EX in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREX.png|A Spartan-IV with the SPNKR EX.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREXeffect.png|The explosive effect of the EX variant.
File:H5G-M41SPNKRPrimeHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 SPNKR Prime in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-M41SPNKRPrime.png|A [[Mark V Alpha]]-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKR Prime.
File:H5G-M57vsM41.png|An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKR in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:HO-M41.jpg|The M41 in ''[[Halo Online]]''.
File:HW2 - Douglas-042 with Mark IV-GEN2 hybrid armor.jpg|Douglas-042 with an M41 SPNKR in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Videos==
=== ''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ cards ===
<youtube width="300" height="250">dn-GljRVn84</youtube>
<gallery>
File:Spnkrcertification.png|SPNKr Rocket Launcher Certification.
File:Spnkr basic.png|SPNKr Rocket Launcher.
File:Spnkremcertification.png|''SPNKr EM'' Certification.
File:Spnkr em.png|''SPNKr EM''.
File:Spnkrexcertification.png|''SPNKr EX'' Certification.
File:Spnkr ex.png|''SPNKr EX''.
File:Spnkrprimecertification.png|''SPNKr Prime'' Certification.
File:Spnkr prime.png|''SPNKr Prime''.
</gallery>
 
=== Miscellaneous ===
<gallery>File:HO-M41.jpg|The M41 in ''[[Halo Online]]''.
File:HW2 - Douglas-042 with Mark IV-GEN2 hybrid armor.jpg|Douglas-042 with an M41 SPNKr in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
File:HFR_M41RocketLauncher_Render_1.jpg|A render of the M41 from ''[[Halo: Fireteam Raven]]''.
File:HFR_M41RocketLauncher_Render_2.jpg|A render of the M41 from ''Halo: Fireteam Raven''.
File:HFR_M41RocketLauncher_Render_3.jpg|A render of the M41 from ''Halo: Fireteam Raven''.
File:HFR_Ramos_Render_Flood.png|[[Victor Ramos]] facing off against a [[Flood Tank Form]] with an M41.
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
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*''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''
**''[[Dirt]]''
**''[[Dirt]]''
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''
**''[[Terminal/Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary|Terminals]]''
**''[[Terminal (Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
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*''[[Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn]]''
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*''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''
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**''[[Terminal (Halo 2: Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
*''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''
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*''[[Halo: Fireteam Raven]]''
*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
*''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Divine Wind]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''
*''[[Halo: The Rubicon Protocol]]''
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==Sources==
==Sources==
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{{UNSC support weapons}}
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[[Category:Rocket launchers]]
[[Category:Rocket launchers]]

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M41 SPNKr
An M41 SPNKR product logo.

H5G-SPNKr.png

Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory[1][2][3][4]

Model series:

M41

Type:

Surface-to-surface rocket launcher

Specifications

Length:

140.7 centimeters (55.4 in)[3][5][6]

Width:

25.9 centimeters (10.2 in)[5][6]

Height:

44.2 centimeters (17.4 in)[5][6]

Weight:

10.8 kilograms (23.8 lb)[3][5]

Ammunition type:

Feed system:

2-rocket disposable tube assembly[3]

Operation:

Revolver[3]

Rate of fire:

Semi-automatic[4][3]

Effective range:

400 meters (1,300 ft)[8][9]

Service history

In service:

 

The M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon (M41 SSR MAV/AW), formally known as the Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon, Bore 102mm, M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Launcher,[12] and commonly known as the Jackhammer or the SPNKr (pronounced "spanker"), is a heavy ordnance weapon used by the UNSC and Insurrectionists.[10] It is manufactured by Misriah Armory.[1][4][8] Nicknames for the M41 SPNKr include Pain, Launcher, Breath of God, and Can Opener.[9]

Overview[edit]

Third-person view of a SPARTAN-IV reloading an M41 SPNKR in Halo Infinite multiplayer.
A Spartan-IV inserting the disposable twin-tube unit into an M41D SPNKr.

Design details[edit]

The M41 SPNKr is characterized by its two main components: firstly, a reusable launcher that opens and closes with a hinge mechanism, which encircles most of the magazine; secondly, a disposable magazine containing two rockets.[12][10] The launcher is shoulder-fired, and the wielder stabilizes the weapon by holding a foregrip extending from the trigger guard. The weapon uses a unique system for loading and firing: rather than using a traditional magazine or single-shot system, it is fed by a disposable unit with two tubes, each of which holds a single rocket. When one of the rockets is fired, the other is cycled into place; when both have been fired, the operator opens the launcher, removes the twin-tube unit to insert another, and then closes the mechanism around the unit. As such, the M41 is considerably portable,[4] allowing the operator to quickly reload while in combat and greatly reduces the weight he carries without throwing the weapon away. A self-test button on the weapon rotates the twin-tubes to ensure the mechanism will rotate as intended.[13]

The M41 accepts a variety of ammunition types, with the most common being the unguided M19 102mm surface-to-surface missile.[1] Other ammunitions include the M21 antipersonnel rocket,[7] guided missiles, and hunter-killer loitering munitions.[3]

Many M41s are equipped with a smart-linked fire control module and target tracking systems; these systems allow the operator to track a target, which often guarantees that the target will be struck, even if it attempts evasive maneuvers.[1] While the M41 rocket launcher is optimized for ground targets, engineers at Misriah Armory have developed tweaks,[5] integrating an enhanced tracking system on certain models of the M41.[4] Subsequently, some launchers are capable of tracking both ground-based and airborne targets,[14][15] while others are capable of tracking only aircrafts.[16] Some M41s lack any form of tracking technology, requiring the operator to "dumb fire" the weapon without targeting assistance.[17][18][19]

Multiple variants of the M41 have been observed, with functional and aesthetic differences. Although the M41D SPNKr has no magnification optics attached, it possesses a smart-linked fire control module. The M41D features a trigger guard, and an ergonomic thumbhole stock, adding the impression of greater bulk. However, the M41B model lack these design features, possessing only a pistol grip and no trigger guard, resulting in a more skeletal overall appearance.[4]

The model used in October 2558, and the M41D variants used during the Battle for Zeta Halo, has a serial number of "00051405".[20][21]

John-117 with an M41 during Battle of Installation 05.

History[edit]

Though there have been various shoulder-launched rocket launchers in service with the United Nations Space Command armed forces since its creation, only the M41 rocket launcher has the tactical importance to be heavily manufactured.[5] The M41 SSR has been in service with the UNSC for decades since 2481,[3] predating even the Insurrection, during which it was used by the UNSC and the Insurrectionists.[10] Over time, the M41's role shifted from an anti-vehicular weapon to an all-purpose heavy weapon, even used in demolition purposes.[9] While it was obsolete before the Human-Covenant War began, it was not replaced by the M57 Pilum until the Created conflict to counter Promethean Knights.[10] However, even after it was replaced, it still saw use in War Games matches aboard the UNSC Infinity.[20]

Variants[edit]

  • M41 SPNKr EM: Improved variant with four rockets per magazine and the ability to lock onto ground and air vehicles.[20]
  • M41 SPNKr EX: Advanced variant that fires laser-guided cluster warhead rockets that detonate in proximity to enemies, releasing an effect similar to the fields of splinter grenades, albeit without the disintegration effect. It also produces a large red glare if used with Smart-Link.[20]
  • M41 SPNKr Prime: Mythic variant that fires fast, powerful rockets. Spartans that use the SPNKr Prime in War Games also get boosts to movement speed, shield strength, and jump height.[20]
  • M41B SPNKr: A variant with a pistol grip and no trigger guard, but features 2× magnification.[4]
  • M41D SPNKr: A variant with no magnification optics. Used during the Battle for Zeta Halo.[4][21]

Gameplay[edit]

Main article: Rocket Launcher

The M41 SPNKr and its variants are featured as a usable weapon in most of the Halo games, starting with Halo: Combat Evolved and continuing through to Infinite. In most of these, it is known as the "Rocket Launcher", though Halo 5: Guardians calls it the "SPNKr Rocket Launcher" as the name "Rocket Launcher" was given to the M57 Pilum instead. It is a power weapon, which fires slow-moving rockets that deal an incredible amount of damage upon detonation, with a wide area of effect. The Rocket Launcher is one of the most powerful weapons in the game, and to compensate, it has a small magazine size, slow reload speed and ammo is generally very rare.

Trivia[edit]

Gallery[edit]

Halo: Reach[edit]

Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary[edit]

Halo 4[edit]

Halo 2: Anniversary[edit]

Halo 5: Guardians[edit]

Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards[edit]

Miscellaneous[edit]

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 156
  2. ^ Halo: Reach: M41 SSR in-game model
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual, page 194
  4. ^ a b c d e f g h i Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 176
  5. ^ a b c d e f Halo Waypoint, Universe - Rocket Launcher (Retrieved on Oct 29, 2015) [archive]
  6. ^ a b c Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 68
  7. ^ a b Halo: Silent Storm, chapter 3
  8. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 314
  9. ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 328
  10. ^ a b c d e Halo Waypoint, Universe: Rocket Launcher (Retrieved on Apr 13, 2016) [archive]
  11. ^ Halo Infinite, Gameplay
  12. ^ a b Bungie.net, Halo: Reach - Ordnance (Retrieved on Apr 12, 2016) [archive]
  13. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved, Rocket Launcher idle animation
  14. ^ Halo 2, Gameplay
  15. ^ Halo Wars, Gameplay
  16. ^ Halo: Reach, Gameplay
  17. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved, Gameplay
  18. ^ Halo 3, Gameplay
  19. ^ Halo 3: ODST, Gameplay
  20. ^ a b c d e Halo 5: Guardians, Gameplay
  21. ^ a b c Halo Infinite, Gameplay
  22. ^ Imgur, Comparison