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The '''M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Medium Anti-Vehicle / Assault Weapon''' ('''M41 SSR MAAW'''), 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''', is a heavy ordnance weapon used by the [[UNSC Defense Force]]. 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>
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==
Through the various shoulder-launched rocket launchers used by the [[UNSC Defense Force]] 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 UNSCDF for decades, as early as the [[Insurrection]].<ref name="ENC"/> It 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"/>
[[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 launcher has a 2x scope and can fire rockets over long distances with devastating accuracy, although the rockets' altitude decreases over long distances. The weapon possesses great firepower and, in many cases, is able to destroy even a [[Covenant]] [[Type-26 Wraith|Wraith tank]] with a single missile. Infantry armed with M41 rocket launchers can often turn the tide of a battle after other sources of heavy firepower have been destroyed.<ref name="universe"/> 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>
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}}


Some M41s feature a [[smart-linking|smart-linked]] sight, 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"/>
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}}


==Changes among games==
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}}
===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 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}}
*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''===
[[File:H2A - Make More Noise.jpg|300px|thumb|[[John-117]] with an M41 during [[Battle of Installation 05|Battle]] of [[Installation 05]].]]
*The grips of the weapon are enclosed in a thumbhole design.
===History===
*It can now lock on to aircraft, but not other types of vehicles.
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}}
*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''===
== Variants ==
*Rockets' travel speed increased.
* '''[[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}}
*The sound of the weapon firing has been, akin to the "tube" sound of a grenade launcher.
* '''[[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}}
*The weapon no longer has an audible indicator to verify that a lock has been achieved.
* '''[[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}}
*The rocket now leaves a noticeable vapor trail when fired.
* '''[[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}}


===Changes from ''Halo 4'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians''===
<gallery class=center>
*The M41 is now a [[Legendary weapon]].
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>


==Trivia=={{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes}}
==Gameplay==
*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"/>
{{Main|Rocket Launcher}}
*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 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.
*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.
 
==Trivia==
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of M41 rocket launcher}}
*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 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.
** 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 ==
=== ''Halo: Reach'' ===
<gallery>
File:HR_RocketLauncher_Concept.jpg|Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW.
File:Reach Rocket Launcher Cropped.png|The Rocket launcher as it appears in the ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' [[Halo: Reach Beta|Beta]].
File:HReach-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:ReachSchematic - Rocket.png|The HUD icon of the M41.
File:Corvette4.jpg|A first-person view of the M41.
File:Rocket Launcher Reticle Scoped.jpg|View through the 2× scope of the M41.
</gallery>


==Gallery==
=== ''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HaloCE-M41SSM-RocketLauncher.png|An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:HCEA - M41 rocket launcher.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:H2-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo 2''.
File:HCEA-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41.
File:M19 SSM RL.png|The Rocket Launcher as it appears in ''Halo 2''.
File:HCEA-M41zoom.png|View through the 2× scope of the M41.
File:H3-M41SSRocketLauncherLeft.png|An in-game left profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo 3''.
</gallery>
File:H3-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|An in-game right profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo 3''.
 
File:Reach Rocket Launcher Cropped.png|The Rocket launcher as it appears in the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta.
=== ''Halo 4''===
File:HReach-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Reach''.
<gallery>
File:HaloCE Rocket Launcher.png|A first-person view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:H4-M41-SPNKR.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:H2-M41RocketLauncher-Scope.jpg|View through the Rocket Launcher's scope in ''Halo 2''.
File:M41 SSR-MAV.png|The HUD icon of the M41.
File:HaloCE-M19SSMRL-Scope-screen.png|The 2x scope of the M41 Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:H4-M41HUD-Campaign.png|First-person view of the M41 by John-117 in the campaign.
File:Rocket2.jpg|[[SPARTAN-II program|SPARTAN]] [[John-117]] fires an M41 at a Wraith.
File:H4-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41 on [[Ragnarok]].
File:Rocketlauncher.jpg|An M41 rocket launcher with a synthetic black finish from ''Halo 2''.
File:H4-M41zoom.png|View through the 2× scope of the M41.
File:halo picture_02.jpg|The M41 in use from ''Halo 2''.
File:Rockethud.jpeg|A render of the M41's scope.
File:Halo3 M41 RocketLauncher1.png|The right-side of the M41 SSR.
</gallery>
File:Halo3 M41 RocketLauncher2.png|The left-side view of the M41 SSR.
 
File:Rocket-launcher.png|A blueprint of the M41 SSR from ''Halo'' trilogy.
=== ''Halo 2: Anniversary''===
File:UNSC Rocket Launcher Cinematic.jpg|Models of the M41 as it appears in ''Halo Wars''' cinematics.
<gallery>
File:Reach M41 SSR MAV-AW.jpg|Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:H2A RocketLauncher.png|A profile view of the M41.
File:ReachSchematic - Rocket.png|A blueprint of the M41 SSR.
File:H2ACP-M41HUD.png|A first-person view of the M41.
File:Corvette4.jpg|A first-person view of the M41 in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:H2ACP-M41zoom.png|View through the 2× scope of the M41.
File:Rocket Launcher Reticle Scoped.jpg|View through the scope of M41 Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:H2AM41.jpg|A [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]]-clad Spartan using an M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:M41 SSR-MAV.png|HUD picture of the M41 in ''Halo 4''.
File:H2AMP-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:Rockethud.jpeg|A render of the ''Halo 4'' era M41's scope.
File:H2AMP-M41zoom.png|View through the 2× scope of the M41 in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:H2AM41.jpg|A Spartan using a M41 in ''Halo 2 Anniversary'' multiplayer.
</gallery>
File:H2A - Make More Noise.jpg|John-117 with a rocket launcher in ''Halo 2 Anniversary''.
 
=== ''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-M41SPNKREMHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 ''SPNKr EM''.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREM.png|A [[CENTURION-class Mjolnir|Centurion]]-clad Spartan-IV with the ''SPNKr EM''.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREXHUD.png|First-person view of the M41 ''SPNKr EX''.
File:H5G-M41SPNKREX.png|A Centurion-clad 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''.
File:H5G-M41SPNKRPrime.png|A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the ''SPNKr Prime'' on [[Guillotine]].
File:H5G-M57vsM41.png|An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKr.
</gallery>
 
=== ''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ cards ===
<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.
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{{UNSC support weapons}}
{{UNSC support weapons}}
[[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]
  • M41 SPNKr EM.

    M41 SPNKr EM.

  • M41 SPNKr EX.

    M41 SPNKr EX.

  • M41 SPNKr Prime.

    M41 SPNKr Prime.

  • M41B SPNKr.

    M41B SPNKr.

  • M41D SPNKr

    M41D SPNKr

  • M41D Tracker.

    M41D Tracker.

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]

Main-Legendary.png See our gameplay information related to M41 SPNKr on its gameplay page.
Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.

Gallery[edit]

Halo: Reach[edit]

  • Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW.

    Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW.

  • The Rocket launcher as it appears in the Halo: Reach Beta.

    The Rocket launcher as it appears in the Halo: Reach Beta.

  • A profile view of the M41.

    A profile view of the M41.

  • The HUD icon of the M41.

    The HUD icon of the M41.

  • A first-person view of the M41.

    A first-person view of the M41.

  • View through the 2× scope of the M41.

    View through the 2× scope of the M41.

Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary[edit]

  • A profile view of the M41.

    A profile view of the M41.

  • A first-person view of the M41.

    A first-person view of the M41.

  • View through the 2× scope of the M41.

    View through the 2× scope of the M41.

Halo 4[edit]

  • A profile view of the M41.

    A profile view of the M41.

  • The HUD icon of the M41.

    The HUD icon of the M41.

  • First-person view of the M41 by John-117 in the campaign.

    First-person view of the M41 by John-117 in the campaign.

  • A first-person view of the M41 on Ragnarok.

    A first-person view of the M41 on Ragnarok.

  • View through the 2× scope of the M41.

    View through the 2× scope of the M41.

  • A render of the M41's scope.

    A render of the M41's scope.

Halo 2: Anniversary[edit]

  • A profile view of the M41.

    A profile view of the M41.

  • A first-person view of the M41.

    A first-person view of the M41.

  • View through the 2× scope of the M41.

    View through the 2× scope of the M41.

  • A Mark VI-clad Spartan using an M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

    A Mark VI-clad Spartan using an M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

  • First-person view of the M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

    First-person view of the M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

  • View through the 2× scope of the M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

    View through the 2× scope of the M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

Halo 5: Guardians[edit]

  • A Recruit-clad Spartan-IV sprinting with the M41.

    A Recruit-clad Spartan-IV sprinting with the M41.

  • A first-person view of the M41.

    A first-person view of the M41.

  • Smart scope with the M41.

    Smart scope with the M41.

  • First-person view of the M41 SPNKr EM.

    First-person view of the M41 SPNKr EM.

  • A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKr EM.

    A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKr EM.

  • First-person view of the M41 SPNKr EX.

    First-person view of the M41 SPNKr EX.

  • A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKr EX.

    A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKr EX.

  • The explosive effect of the EX variant.

    The explosive effect of the EX variant.

  • First-person view of the M41 SPNKr Prime.

    First-person view of the M41 SPNKr Prime.

  • A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKr Prime on Guillotine.

    A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the SPNKr Prime on Guillotine.

  • An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKr.

    An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKr.

Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards[edit]

  • SPNKr Rocket Launcher Certification.

    SPNKr Rocket Launcher Certification.

  • SPNKr Rocket Launcher.

    SPNKr Rocket Launcher.

  • SPNKr EM Certification.

    SPNKr EM Certification.

  • SPNKr EM.

    SPNKr EM.

  • SPNKr EX Certification.

    SPNKr EX Certification.

  • SPNKr EX.

    SPNKr EX.

  • SPNKr Prime Certification.

    SPNKr Prime Certification.

  • SPNKr Prime.

    SPNKr Prime.

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

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