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{{ | {{Disambig header|the fuel rod gun introduced in ''[[Halo 2]]''|other variants of the fuel rod gun|Fuel rod gun}} | ||
{{Weapon infobox | {{Weapon infobox | ||
|image= | |image=[[File:H3-FuelRodGunSide.png|300px]] | ||
[[File:H3-FuelRodGunSide | |||
|manufacturer=*[[Assembly Forges]] {{C|Covenant War}}<ref>'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 77''</ref> | |manufacturer=*[[Assembly Forges]] {{C|Covenant War}}<ref>'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 77''</ref> | ||
*[[Merchants of Qikost]] {{C|Post-war}}<ref>[http://blogs.halo.xbox.com/Headlines/post/2012/09/19/The-Halo-Bulletin-91912-.aspx '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Halo Bulletin 9.19.12'']</ref><ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/fuel-rod-cannon '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Fuel Rod Cannon'']</ref> | *[[Merchants of Qikost]] {{C|Post-war}}<ref>[http://blogs.halo.xbox.com/Headlines/post/2012/09/19/The-Halo-Bulletin-91912-.aspx '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Halo Bulletin 9.19.12'']</ref><ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/fuel-rod-cannon '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Fuel Rod Cannon'']</ref> | ||
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|height={{Convert|54.7|cm|in}}{{Ref/Reuse|H4VG}} | |height={{Convert|54.7|cm|in}}{{Ref/Reuse|H4VG}} | ||
|ammotype= Class-2 38mm radioactive explosive [[fuel rod]]s | |ammotype= Class-2 38mm radioactive explosive [[fuel rod]]s | ||
|capacity= | |||
|feed=5 rounds magazine{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | |feed=5 rounds magazine{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | ||
|operation=Recoil-operated | |operation=Recoil-operated | ||
|rate=2 rounds/second (semi-automatic) | |rate=2 rounds/second (semi-automatic) | ||
|velocity=72 m/s (236 ft/s){{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} | |velocity=72 m/s (236 ft/s){{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} | ||
|optics= | |||
|range={{Convert|165|m|ft}}{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} | |range={{Convert|165|m|ft}}{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Quote|Those things are scary as hell. Ya hear that weird “whump” sound and even if ya see it comin' you're transfixed, these big green blobs flying at you throwin’ off sparks!|Anonymous Serviceman}} | {{Quote|Those things are scary as hell. Ya hear that weird “whump” sound and even if ya see it comin' you're transfixed, these big green blobs flying at you throwin’ off sparks!|Anonymous Serviceman}} | ||
The '''Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon''' ('''T-33 LAAW'''),<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 325''</ref> colloquially known as the '''fuel rod gun''', is a shoulder-fired mortar/radiation weapon, formerly used by the [[Covenant]] [[Covenant military|military]] and now in service with the [[Swords of Sanghelios]].{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} It is also sometimes called the '''flak cannon'''<ref>'''Halo: Reach''' Cortana [[Firefight]] dialogue</ref> or '''fuel rod cannon'''<ref>'''Halo 4''' in-game HUD text</ref> though the latter term is usually reserved for [[Fuel rod cannon|vehicle-mounted weapons]] based on the same technology. | The '''Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon''' ('''T-33 LAAW'''),<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 325''</ref> colloquially known as the '''fuel rod gun''', is a shoulder-fired mortar/radiation weapon, formerly used by the [[Covenant]] [[Covenant military|military]] and now in service with the [[Swords of Sanghelios]].{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} It is also sometimes called the '''flak cannon'''<ref>'''Halo: Reach''' Cortana [[Firefight]] dialogue</ref> or '''fuel rod cannon'''<ref>'''Halo 4''' in-game HUD text</ref> though the latter term is usually reserved for [[Fuel rod cannon|vehicle-mounted weapons]] based on the same technology. | ||
The weapon's energetic component has been the subject of nearly three decades of intense [[human]] study. The [[Merchants of Qikost]], the fuel rod gun's current manufacturer, are only able to replicate its manufacture using prehistoric [[Forerunner]] machinery that occasionally requires [[Huragok]] maintenance and has proved nearly impossible to study. Both [[Misriah Armory]] and [[Materials Group]] have acquired the aforementioned Forerunner machinery, but are reluctant to produce potentially dangerous feedstock isotopes.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | The weapon's energetic component has been the subject of nearly three decades of intense [[human]] study. The [[Merchants of Qikost]], the fuel rod gun's current manufacturer, are only able to replicate its manufacture using prehistoric [[Forerunner]] machinery that occasionally requires [[Huragok]] maintenance and has proved nearly impossible to study. Both [[Misriah Armory]] and [[Materials Group]] have acquired the aforementioned Forerunner machinery, but are reluctant to produce potentially dangerous feedstock isotopes.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | ||
== | ==Overview== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
[[File:ReachSchematic - FuelRodCannon.png|150px|thumb|left|A blueprint of the fuel rod gun in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.]] | [[File:ReachSchematic - FuelRodCannon.png|150px|thumb|left|A blueprint of the fuel rod gun in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.]] | ||
The fuel rod gun, which was first encountered by UNSC personnel in [[2531]], | The fuel rod gun, which was first encountered by UNSC personnel in [[2531]],{{Ref/Site|Id=bnet|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3fuelrod|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon|D=31|M=01|Y=2021|LocalArchive=Machines, Materiel and Munitions from the Human-Covenant Conflict, 2525 - Present/Fuel rod gun}} is essentially a man-portable version of the [[fuel rod cannon]] that is mounted on Covenant vehicles - it is a support weapon that is commonly employed in both anti-personnel and anti-vehicle roles. It appears to be recoil-operated and fires 3.8 cm explosive ballistic incendiary gel projectiles, that travel to the target in a parabolic arc. | ||
The design of the Fuel Rod Gun is unique, more akin to large ornament than deadly weapon; the barrel of the weapon is long and black covered by thick gold plates that make up the body of the weapon; the ammunition is loaded on the top aft section of the fuel rod gun, and can hold up to 5 ballistic projectiles, which seem to be held together by straps, before needing to be reloaded. Because of the weapon’s visibility it is just as effective as a psychological weapon, it is often the case that soldiers will ignore closer, more obvious targets in order to eliminate a Type-33 and its operator. | The design of the Fuel Rod Gun is unique, more akin to large ornament than deadly weapon; the barrel of the weapon is long and black covered by thick gold plates that make up the body of the weapon; the ammunition is loaded on the top aft section of the fuel rod gun, and can hold up to 5 ballistic projectiles, which seem to be held together by straps, before needing to be reloaded. Because of the weapon’s visibility it is just as effective as a psychological weapon, it is often the case that soldiers will ignore closer, more obvious targets in order to eliminate a Type-33 and its operator. | ||
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===Changes from ''Halo 3'' to ''Halo: Reach''=== | ===Changes from ''Halo 3'' to ''Halo: Reach''=== | ||
* The weapon's shape has been redesigned, sporting a smoother, more rounded appearance. Its coloration remains the same. It bears a slight resemblance to the Covenant [[ | * The weapon's shape has been redesigned, sporting a smoother, more rounded appearance. Its coloration remains the same. It bears a slight resemblance to the Covenant [[Kopasa'mada-pattern plasma launcher|plasma launcher]]. | ||
* The explosion from its rounds is more detailed, and with higher contrast to surroundings. | * The explosion from its rounds is more detailed, and with higher contrast to surroundings. | ||
* It now has a small thermal sight attached to the body, similar to some other weapons like the Spartan Laser and the Focus Rifle. | * It now has a small thermal sight attached to the body, similar to some other weapons like the Spartan Laser and the Focus Rifle. | ||
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*Unlike the original ''Halo 2'' version the ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' fuel rod gun is available for use in multiplayer. | *Unlike the original ''Halo 2'' version the ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' fuel rod gun is available for use in multiplayer. | ||
===Changes | ===Changes for ''Halo Wars 2''=== | ||
*Fuel Rod Gun does extremely less damage. | *Fuel Rod Gun does extremely less damage. | ||
*The Fuel Rod Gun can [[Electromagnetic pulse|EMP]] vehicles and aircraft. | *The Fuel Rod Gun can [[Electromagnetic pulse|EMP]] vehicles and aircraft. | ||
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*The fuel rod gun is the only weapon in the trilogy which has a separate animation and timer when throwing a grenade; there is approximately a 0.5 second longer delay before you throw the grenade. | *The fuel rod gun is the only weapon in the trilogy which has a separate animation and timer when throwing a grenade; there is approximately a 0.5 second longer delay before you throw the grenade. | ||
*When the player gives a fuel rod gun to a marine, their animation is the same as if they were holding a rocket launcher; their left hand is at an angle, just like when they hold a rocket launcher. | *When the player gives a fuel rod gun to a marine, their animation is the same as if they were holding a rocket launcher; their left hand is at an angle, just like when they hold a rocket launcher. | ||
*When an NPC is holding the weapon since ''[[Halo 2]]'' and ''[[Halo 3]]''the projectiles will have a rather strong homing towards the objective, however when the player uses it, it will lack said feature.<ref>https://amp.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/bwbxzs/fun_fact_in_halo_3_when_the_ai_use_a_fuel_rod_it/&ved=2ahUKEwi4jPDj46fsAhV5ILcAHaOqCx8QFjANegQICxAB&usg=AOvVaw01v4hZIyHf2fb4BFTthkeE&cshid=1602255825381</ref> | *When an NPC is holding the weapon since ''[[Halo 2]]'' and ''[[Halo 3]]'' the projectiles will have a rather strong homing towards the objective, however when the player uses it, it will lack said feature.<ref>https://amp.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/bwbxzs/fun_fact_in_halo_3_when_the_ai_use_a_fuel_rod_it/&ved=2ahUKEwi4jPDj46fsAhV5ILcAHaOqCx8QFjANegQICxAB&usg=AOvVaw01v4hZIyHf2fb4BFTthkeE&cshid=1602255825381</ref> | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:H2-FuelRodGunSide.png|An in-game profile view of the fuel rod gun from ''Halo 2''. | |||
File:H2-T33FRGHUD.jpg|First-person view of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 2''. | File:H2-T33FRGHUD.jpg|First-person view of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 2''. | ||
File:H2-T33FRGzoom.png|The 2× zoom of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 2''. | File:H2-T33FRGzoom.png|The 2× zoom of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 2''. | ||
File:H2-FuelRodGunSide.png|An in-game profile view of the Fuel Rod Gun from ''Halo | File:H2-EliteUltra.png|A [[Sangheili Ultra]] takes cover while holding a fuel rod gun in ''Halo 2''. | ||
File:Fuel Rod Gun Render.gif|A render of a fuel rod gun in ''Halo 3'' from Bungie.net. | |||
File:H3-FuelRodGunSide.png|An in-game profile view of the Fuel Rod Gun from ''Halo 3''. | |||
File:H3 Orange Elite with fuel rod gun.png|A Sangheili with a fuel rod gun. | |||
File:Halo-3-20070923110008904.jpg|First-person view of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 3''. | File:Halo-3-20070923110008904.jpg|First-person view of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 3''. | ||
File:H3-T33FRGzoom.png|The 2× zoom of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 3''. | File:H3-T33FRGzoom.png|The 2× zoom of the fuel rod gun in ''Halo 3''. | ||
File:EliteFRG-large.jpg|A Sangheili firing a | File:HTMCC-H3 FRGClownCar.png|Marines carrying fuel rod guns on an [[M831 Troop Transport Warthog]] in ''Halo 3''. | ||
File:EliteFRG-large.jpg|A Sangheili firing a fuel rod guns at Yanme'e during the [[Battle of Installation 00]]. | |||
File:1217473684 Fuel Rod--Pre-activity.jpg|A fuel rod that has not yet been activated. | File:1217473684 Fuel Rod--Pre-activity.jpg|A fuel rod that has not yet been activated. | ||
File:Fuel Rod Gun Ammo.jpg|Another close up of a non-activated fuel rod. | File:Fuel Rod Gun Ammo.jpg|Another close up of a non-activated fuel rod. | ||
File:1211317365 Fuel Rod.jpg|A fuel rod in mid-flight. | File:1211317365 Fuel Rod.jpg|A fuel rod in mid-flight. | ||
File: | File:HTMCC-H3ODST FuelRodWatchtower.png|Three Unggoy armed with fuel rod guns in ''Halo 3: ODST''. | ||
File:Homecoming FuelRod Concept.png|Concept art for the fuel rod gun in ''Halo Legends: Homecoming''. | |||
File:Homecoming FuelRod Concept.png| | File:Prototype FuelRodCannon Concept.png|Concept art for the fuel rod gun in ''Halo Legends: Prototype''. | ||
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||