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|name= MA5K Carbine | |name= MA5K Carbine | ||
|manufacturer= | |manufacturer= | ||
|model= | |model= MA5 Series | ||
|type= [[Carbine]] | |type= [[Carbine]] | ||
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|size= Handheld, | |size= Handheld, two-handed | ||
|damage per hit= High | |damage per hit= High | ||
|magazine=30 | |magazine=30 rounds<ref name="Waypoint">[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us#/intel/featured/gallery/assault-rifle/7b27101b-fec7-41d9-9fe3-c4dcc04f01b1 '''Halo Waypoint:''' ''Assault Rifle'']</ref> | ||
|maxammo= | |maxammo= | ||
|fire= Automatic | |fire= Automatic | ||
|ammotype= 7.62mm | |ammotype= 7.62mm | ||
|operation= Gas | |operation= Gas | ||
|rate of fire= High, | |rate of fire= High, fully automatic | ||
|accuracy= Medium | |accuracy= Medium | ||
|range= Short to | |range= Short to medium | ||
|era= | |era=Human-Covenant War | ||
|affiliation= | |affiliation= United Nations Space Command | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''MA5K Carbine''' is a [[United Nations Space Command]] [[ | The '''MA5K Carbine''' is a firearm used almost exclusively by [[United Nations Space Command]] [[UNSC Special Forces|Special Operations forces]], especially by the [[SPARTAN-III Program|SPARTAN-IIIs]]. It is part of the UNSC's ubiquitous [[MA5 Series]].<ref name="Waypoint"/><ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page ???''</ref> | ||
==Design details== | ==Design details== | ||
The MA5K is a cut-down version of the standard | [[File:Alternate MA5K.jpg|thumb|300px|left|An alternate configuration of the MA5K used by [[Kurt-051]] during the [[Battle of Onyx]].]] | ||
The MA5K is a cut-down version of the standard MA5 Individual Combat Weapon System. It is fully automatic and receives a thirty-round magazine of [[M118 7.62x51mm Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing|7.62mm ammunition]].<ref name="Waypoint"/> The weapon is likely lighter and easier to carry than larger assault weapons. Aesthetically, it resembles a cross between an MA5 ICWS and a [[BR55 Battle Rifle]], and features a stripped-down design that appears almost skeletal. The MA5K can be assembled in various configurations.<ref>'''''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''''' cover art</ref> | |||
It is likely that the MA5K was produced specifically for Special Operations forces because of its lighter frame, which would allow quicker maneuvering and a less visible profile, and probably for its lighter aural signature, which suits the requirements of commando missions well. This would make it well suited for use by [[Orbital Drop Shock Trooper]]s, as well as by vehicle crews, since it would not take up much room inside a [[Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicle|drop pod]] or a vehicle. | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*The 'K' in this weapon's designation | *The 'K' in this weapon's designation follows the tradition of modern German weapons with 'K' in their designations. 'K' stands for "''kurz''", meaning "short", or "''karabiner''", meaning "carbine". | ||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
Revision as of 20:28, February 19, 2011
Template:Ratings Template:Weapon The MA5K Carbine is a firearm used almost exclusively by United Nations Space Command Special Operations forces, especially by the SPARTAN-IIIs. It is part of the UNSC's ubiquitous MA5 Series.[1][2]
Design details
The MA5K is a cut-down version of the standard MA5 Individual Combat Weapon System. It is fully automatic and receives a thirty-round magazine of 7.62mm ammunition.[1] The weapon is likely lighter and easier to carry than larger assault weapons. Aesthetically, it resembles a cross between an MA5 ICWS and a BR55 Battle Rifle, and features a stripped-down design that appears almost skeletal. The MA5K can be assembled in various configurations.[3]
It is likely that the MA5K was produced specifically for Special Operations forces because of its lighter frame, which would allow quicker maneuvering and a less visible profile, and probably for its lighter aural signature, which suits the requirements of commando missions well. This would make it well suited for use by Orbital Drop Shock Troopers, as well as by vehicle crews, since it would not take up much room inside a drop pod or a vehicle.
Trivia
- The 'K' in this weapon's designation follows the tradition of modern German weapons with 'K' in their designations. 'K' stands for "kurz", meaning "short", or "karabiner", meaning "carbine".
List of appearances
- Halo: Ghosts of Onyx (First appearance)
