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[[File:Assault Rifle Comparisons.jpg|250px|thumb|A comparison between the MA5B, the MA5C, and the MA37.]] | [[File:Assault Rifle Comparisons.jpg|250px|thumb|A comparison between the MA5B, the MA5C, and the MA37.]] | ||
The '''Individual Combat Weapon System series''' ('''ICWS series'''),{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} '''MA line''',{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | The '''Individual Combat Weapon System series''' ('''ICWS series'''),{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} '''MA line''',{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} '''MA Assault Rifle series'''{{Ref/Book|Enc11|Page=316}} or '''MA series'''{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} is a line small arms produced by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc162|Enc22|Page=162}} It is the oldest rifle in use with the [[United Nations Space Command]] and is in use with every branch and division of the [[UEG]]'s armed forces.{{Ref/Site|Id=2020waypoint|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/assault-rifle|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Assault Rifle|D=4|M=1|Y=2020}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} Weapons of the ICWS series are given the prefix "MA".{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}{{Ref/Book|EVG|Page=16}} | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
They are | MA series weapons are gas-operated, air-cooled, and utilize a rotating bolt.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} They are magazine-fed{{Ref/Reuse|2020waypoint}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} and commonly cambered in the [[7.62x51mm|7.62×51mm round]],{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} with specialist ammunition available via request.{{Ref/Book|HOSFM|Page=188}} Fire modes include single shot, burst, and fully automatic.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} They are easy to clean and use.{{Ref/Site|Id=Waypoint|URL=http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/gallery/assault-rifle/7b27101b-fec7-41d9-9fe3-c4dcc04f01b1|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Assault Rifle|D=14|M=3|Y=2011}} | ||
By [[2437]], the [[MA5 series]] began to supersede other variants in adoption across all branches of the UNSC.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} | |||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
*'''[[MA1 assault rifle|MA1 Individual Combat Weapon System]]''' - The MA1 was presumably the first iteration of the MA series. It was likely the immediate predecessor to the MA2.{{Ref/Reuse| | *'''[[MA1 assault rifle|MA1 Individual Combat Weapon System]]''' - The MA1 was presumably the first iteration of the MA series. It was likely the immediate predecessor to the MA2.{{Ref/Site|Id=Index|URL=http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech#filmstrip|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Tech Article Index|D=15|M=4|Y=2011}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc162}} | ||
*'''[[MA2B assault rifle|MA2B Individual Combat Weapon System]]''' - The MA2B is, in many respects, a cut-down version of the later MA5B. It is chambered for [[.390|.390 caliber ammunition]] and can fire fifteen rounds per second. The MA2B sees sparse service with [[UNSC Special Forces]] operators.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Fall of Reach|Page=75}} | *'''[[MA2B assault rifle|MA2B Individual Combat Weapon System]]''' - The MA2B is, in many respects, a cut-down version of the later MA5B. It is chambered for [[.390|.390 caliber ammunition]] and can fire fifteen rounds per second. The MA2B sees sparse service with [[UNSC Special Forces]] operators.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Fall of Reach|Page=75}} | ||
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===MA5 Series=== | ===MA5 Series=== | ||
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The weapons of the MA5 series are capable of being outfitted with [[M301 Grenade Launcher]]s and [[underslung shotgun]]s.{{Ref/Site|Id=McLees|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link=BAGAssaultRifle|Site=Bungie.net|Page=MA5C Assault Rifle|D=24|M=5|Y=2013}} | |||
*'''[[MA37 assault rifle|MA37 Individual Combat Weapon System]]''' - The MA37 is the [[UNSC Army]]'s variant of the MA5 series. The MA37 receives a thirty-two round magazine.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | *'''[[MA37 assault rifle|MA37 Individual Combat Weapon System]]''' - The MA37 is the [[UNSC Army]]'s variant of the MA5 series. The MA37 receives a thirty-two round magazine.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | ||
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Revision as of 20:10, July 21, 2022
The Individual Combat Weapon System series (ICWS series),[1] MA line,[2] MA Assault Rifle series[3] or MA series[2] is a line small arms produced by Misriah Armory.[1] It is the oldest rifle in use with the United Nations Space Command and is in use with every branch and division of the UEG's armed forces.[4][1] Weapons of the ICWS series are given the prefix "MA".[2][5]
Overview
MA series weapons are gas-operated, air-cooled, and utilize a rotating bolt.[2] They are magazine-fed[4][1] and commonly cambered in the 7.62×51mm round,[2] with specialist ammunition available via request.[6] Fire modes include single shot, burst, and fully automatic.[1] They are easy to clean and use.[2]
By 2437, the MA5 series began to supersede other variants in adoption across all branches of the UNSC.[1]
Variants
- MA1 Individual Combat Weapon System - The MA1 was presumably the first iteration of the MA series. It was likely the immediate predecessor to the MA2.[7][1]
- MA2B Individual Combat Weapon System - The MA2B is, in many respects, a cut-down version of the later MA5B. It is chambered for .390 caliber ammunition and can fire fifteen rounds per second. The MA2B sees sparse service with UNSC Special Forces operators.[2][8]
The MA2B assault rifle.
- MA3A Individual Combat Weapon System was a predecessor of the MA5 series. By 2552, it had been retired from service, though it was popular on the black market and was commonly used by terrorist organizations.[2][9]
- MA40 assault rifle - An updated version of the MA37 that increases mechanical reliability and durability in more extreme conditions.[1]
The MA40 assault rifle.
MA5 Series
- Main article: MA5 series
The weapons of the MA5 series are capable of being outfitted with M301 Grenade Launchers and underslung shotguns.[10]
- MA37 Individual Combat Weapon System - The MA37 is the UNSC Army's variant of the MA5 series. The MA37 receives a thirty-two round magazine.[2]
The MA37 assault rifle.
- MA5B Individual Combat Weapon System - The MA5B is commonly used by the UNSC Marine Corps and Navy. It saw more frequent usage before and during the early years of the Human-Covenant War. Following the introduction of the MA5C, it is often relegated to use in short-range combat. The MA5B receives a sixty-round magazine.[2]
The MA5B assault rifle.
- MA5C Individual Combat Weapon System - The MA5C is an improvement upon the MA5B, featuring a heavier barrel with a one-in-seven twist, a stronger spring mechanism, and a sturdier, more ergonomically designed handguard. It receives a thirty-two round magazine; the reduced magazine capacity in relation to the MA5B is part of an effort to prevent wearing of the magazine spring.[10] It is used by the Marine Corps and the Navy in short-to-mid range combat.[2]
The MA5C assault rifle.
- MA5D Individual Combat Weapon System - The MA5D is the most recent iteration of the MA series.
The MA5D assault rifle.
A schematic of the MA5D assault rifle.
- MA5K Carbine - The MA5K is a carbine variant of the MA5 that used almost exclusively by Special Forces units. It receives a thirty-round magazine[2] and is seemingly modular, capable of being assembled in various configurations.[11]
The MA5K carbine with an added grip.
An MA5K with a flash hider on the muzzle.
List of appearances
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 162
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Halo Waypoint, Assault Rifle (Retrieved on Mar 14, 2011) [archive]
- ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 316
- ^ a b Halo Waypoint, Assault Rifle (Retrieved on Jan 4, 2020) [archive]
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 16
- ^ Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual, page 188
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Tech Article Index (Retrieved on Apr 15, 2011) [archive]
- ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 75
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 237
- ^ a b Bungie.net, MA5C Assault Rifle (Retrieved on May 24, 2013) [archive]
- ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, Cover art
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