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|name=M57 Pilum | |name = M57 Pilum | ||
|image=[[File:H5G-M57.png|300px]] | |image = [[File:H5G-M57.png|300px]] | ||
|manufacturer=[[Chalybs Defense Solutions]]<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/rocket-launcher '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Rocket Launcher'']</ref> | |manufacturer = [[Chalybs Defense Solutions]]<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/rocket-launcher '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Rocket Launcher'']</ref> | ||
|series= | |series = | ||
|type=Surface-to-surface [[rocket launcher]]<ref name="universe"/> | |type = Surface-to-surface [[rocket launcher]]<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|cost= | |cost = | ||
|variant= | |variant = | ||
|service=[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]<ref name="universe"/> | |service = [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|length={{Convert|140|cm|in}}<ref name="universe"/> | |length = {{Convert|140|cm|in}}<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|width={{Convert|20|cm|in}}<ref name="universe"/> | |width = {{Convert|20|cm|in}}<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|height={{Convert|44.3|cm|in}}<ref name="universe"/> | |height = {{Convert|44.3|cm|in}}<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|weight= | |weight = | ||
|ammotype=50x137mm HEMP<ref name="universe"/> | |ammotype = 50x137mm HEMP<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|feed=2-rocket magazine<ref name="universe"/> | |feed = 2-rocket magazine<ref name="universe"/> | ||
|operation= | |operation = | ||
|rate= 60 RPM (1 rocket per second) | |rate = 60 RPM (1 rocket per second) | ||
|velocity=80 m/s (180 mph) | |velocity = 80 m/s (180 mph) | ||
|range= | |range = {{convert|500|ft|m}} unscoped<br />{{convert|902|ft|m}} scoped | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''M57 Pilum Assault Weapon''' is a shoulder-fired heavy weapon issued to personnel of the [[UNSC Army]], [[UNSC Marine Corps]], and the [[Spartan Operations|Spartan branch]] around [[2558|October 2558]].<ref name="universe"/> It performs very similarly to the [[M41 SPNKR]] it replaced.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref><ref name="universe"/> | The '''M57 Pilum Assault Weapon''' is a shoulder-fired heavy weapon issued to personnel of the [[UNSC Army]], [[UNSC Marine Corps]], and the [[Spartan Operations|Spartan branch]] around [[2558|October 2558]].<ref name="universe"/> It performs very similarly to the [[M41 SPNKR]] it replaced.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref><ref name="universe"/> | ||
==Specifications== | == Specifications == | ||
===Design details=== | === Design details === | ||
Despite performing much the same as the M41 rocket launcher, the M57 rocket launcher is cheaper and substantially lighter, though the M57 is still capable of considerable damage. The M57 rocket launcher is also significantly different in design philosophy, featuring a single, reusable, fixed tube and detachable box magazines rather than dual, rotating, pre-loaded, disposable tubes.<ref name="universe"/> | Despite performing much the same as the M41 rocket launcher, the M57 rocket launcher is cheaper and substantially lighter, though the M57 is still capable of considerable damage. The M57 rocket launcher is also significantly different in design philosophy, featuring a single, reusable, fixed tube and detachable box magazines rather than dual, rotating, pre-loaded, disposable tubes.<ref name="universe"/> | ||
The weapon is fed by a two-round detachable box magazine on the upper left side, forward of the user. The magazine retracts into the weapon when chambering each round, similar to the [[Type-33 fuel rod gun]]. A 2× magnification scope folds out from a module on the left side when activated. Its missiles are able to lock onto aircraft if the operator uses [[Smart scope|smart scope]].<ref name="H5G"/> Standard warheads used by the rocket launcher are 50mm high-explosive multi-purpose, but specialist rounds are also available, including those with thermobaric fillers or [[dumb AI]]-driven "brilliant" guidance systems.<ref name="universe"/> | The weapon is fed by a two-round detachable box magazine on the upper left side, forward of the user. The magazine retracts into the weapon when chambering each round, similar to the [[Type-33 fuel rod gun]]. A 2× magnification scope folds out from a module on the left side when activated. Its missiles are able to lock onto aircraft if the operator uses [[Smart scope|smart scope]].<ref name="H5G"/> Standard warheads used by the rocket launcher are 50mm high-explosive multi-purpose, but specialist rounds are also available, including those with thermobaric fillers or [[dumb AI]]-driven "brilliant" guidance systems.<ref name="universe"/> | ||
==Variants== | == Variants == | ||
*'''Ad Victoriam''': Fires three laser-guided missiles in a "V" formation. All three missiles feature an airburst proximity fuse. The operator can use smart scope in order to guide the missiles with the reticle, and doing so will fire the missiles in a cluster rather than a "V" formation. | * '''Ad Victoriam''': Fires three laser-guided missiles in a "V" formation. All three missiles feature an airburst proximity fuse. The operator can use smart scope in order to guide the missiles with the reticle, and doing so will fire the missiles in a cluster rather than a "V" formation. | ||
*'''High Five''': Fires five [[Hydra MLRS]] mini-missiles that will lock onto both ground and air targets. Unlike the base model and the ''Ad | * '''High Five''': Fires five [[Hydra MLRS]] mini-missiles that will lock onto both ground and air targets. Unlike the base model and the ''Ad Victoriam'', smart scope is not needed for the ''High Five''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s missiles to lock onto targets. | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:H5 Pilum Ad victorum.png|Ad | File:H5 Pilum Ad victorum.png|Ad Victoriam. | ||
File:H5G Pilum3.png|High Five. | File:H5G Pilum3.png|High Five. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==Trivia== | == Trivia == | ||
* The weapon's color palette was changed since the beta, going from a more subdued green color to a more vivid green with yellow accents, possibly to increase visual recognition and alert players to its presence. | * The weapon's color palette was changed since the beta, going from a more subdued green color to a more vivid green with yellow accents, possibly to increase visual recognition and alert players to its presence. | ||
* The Pilum is named after the [[wikipedia:Pilum|thrown javelin]] of the ancient Roman army, innovative at its time for its construction: the metal tip was hardened while softer lead connected it to the wooden shaft, which meant it was likely to bend upon impact. If the weapon missed, it would thus be rendered unusable. If it penetrated a shield, this would become weighted down and unwieldy, forcing its user to discard it. If the weapon bent after piercing an enemy combatant, it would be difficult to remove and possibly amplify the wound. | * The Pilum is named after the [[wikipedia:Pilum|thrown javelin]] of the ancient Roman army, innovative at its time for its construction: the metal tip was hardened while softer lead connected it to the wooden shaft, which meant it was likely to bend upon impact. If the weapon missed, it would thus be rendered unusable. If it penetrated a shield, this would become weighted down and unwieldy, forcing its user to discard it. If the weapon bent after piercing an enemy combatant, it would be difficult to remove and possibly amplify the wound. | ||
==Gallery== | == Gallery == | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Halo5 Rocket.png|A Pre-Beta development image of the M57 Pilum for ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | File:Halo5 Rocket.png|A Pre-Beta development image of the M57 Pilum for ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | ||
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ cards=== | === ''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ cards === | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:REQ Card - Rocket Launcher.png|Rocket Launcher. | File:REQ Card - Rocket Launcher.png|Rocket Launcher. | ||
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{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of M57 rocket launcher}} | {{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of M57 rocket launcher}} | ||
==Videos== | == Videos == | ||
<youtube width="300" height="250">2Jjg9u-IzzM</youtube> | <youtube width="300" height="250">2Jjg9u-IzzM</youtube> | ||
==List of appearances== | == List of appearances == | ||
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}} | * ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}} | ||
==Sources== | == Sources == | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
Revision as of 22:49, April 17, 2018
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Manufacturer: |
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Type: |
Surface-to-surface rocket launcher[1] |
| Specifications | |
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Length: |
140 centimetres (55 in)[1] |
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Width: |
20 centimetres (7.9 in)[1] |
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Height: |
44.3 centimetres (17.4 in)[1] |
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Ammunition type: |
50x137mm HEMP[1] |
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Feed system: |
2-rocket magazine[1] |
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60 RPM (1 rocket per second) | |
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80 m/s (180 mph) | |
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Effective range: |
500 feet (150 m) unscoped |
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The M57 Pilum Assault Weapon is a shoulder-fired heavy weapon issued to personnel of the UNSC Army, UNSC Marine Corps, and the Spartan branch around October 2558.[1] It performs very similarly to the M41 SPNKR it replaced.[2][1]
Specifications
Design details
Despite performing much the same as the M41 rocket launcher, the M57 rocket launcher is cheaper and substantially lighter, though the M57 is still capable of considerable damage. The M57 rocket launcher is also significantly different in design philosophy, featuring a single, reusable, fixed tube and detachable box magazines rather than dual, rotating, pre-loaded, disposable tubes.[1]
The weapon is fed by a two-round detachable box magazine on the upper left side, forward of the user. The magazine retracts into the weapon when chambering each round, similar to the Type-33 fuel rod gun. A 2× magnification scope folds out from a module on the left side when activated. Its missiles are able to lock onto aircraft if the operator uses smart scope.[2] Standard warheads used by the rocket launcher are 50mm high-explosive multi-purpose, but specialist rounds are also available, including those with thermobaric fillers or dumb AI-driven "brilliant" guidance systems.[1]
Variants
- Ad Victoriam: Fires three laser-guided missiles in a "V" formation. All three missiles feature an airburst proximity fuse. The operator can use smart scope in order to guide the missiles with the reticle, and doing so will fire the missiles in a cluster rather than a "V" formation.
- High Five: Fires five Hydra MLRS mini-missiles that will lock onto both ground and air targets. Unlike the base model and the Ad Victoriam, smart scope is not needed for the High Five's missiles to lock onto targets.
Ad Victoriam.
High Five.
Trivia
- The weapon's color palette was changed since the beta, going from a more subdued green color to a more vivid green with yellow accents, possibly to increase visual recognition and alert players to its presence.
- The Pilum is named after the thrown javelin of the ancient Roman army, innovative at its time for its construction: the metal tip was hardened while softer lead connected it to the wooden shaft, which meant it was likely to bend upon impact. If the weapon missed, it would thus be rendered unusable. If it penetrated a shield, this would become weighted down and unwieldy, forcing its user to discard it. If the weapon bent after piercing an enemy combatant, it would be difficult to remove and possibly amplify the wound.
Gallery
A Pre-Beta development image of the M57 Pilum for Halo 5: Guardians.
A Recon-clad Spartan-IV with the Pilum on Eden in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta.
First-person view of the M57 on Pegasus in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta.
Smart scope with the M57 in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta.
A Recruit-clad Spartan-IV (left) using a Pilum on Escape from ARC in Halo 5: Guardians.
Jameson Locke using a M57 Pilum during the Battle of Meridian.
First-person view of the M57 in Halo 5: Guardians.
Smart scope with the M57 in Halo 5: Guardians.
A missile from the M57.
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The Ad Victoriam in use by a Rogue-clad Spartan-IV.
- H5G-AdVictoriumHUD.png
The Ad Victoriam firing on a Sword Type-54 Banshee and Corp M820 Scorpion.
- H5G-AdVictoriummissiles.png
Missiles launched from the Ad Victoriam.
First-person view of the High Five.
An Indomitable-clad Spartan-IV with the High Five.
Missiles fired from the High Five.
An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKR in Halo 5: Guardians.
Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards
Rocket Launcher.
- Advictoriam.png
Ad Victoriam.
- Highfive.png
High Five.
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Videos
<youtube width="300" height="250">2Jjg9u-IzzM</youtube>
List of appearances
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)
Sources
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