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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''', and commonly known as the '''Jackhammer''' or the '''SPNKR''' (also stylised as '''SPNKr'''), is a heavy ordnance weapon used by the [[UNSC]] and [[Insurrectionist]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} It is manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}<ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 314''</ref><ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=25440 '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo: Reach Ordnance Page'']</ref> While it was obsolete before the [[Human-Covenant War]] began it was not replaced by the [[M57 Pilum]] until October [[2558]].{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} However, even after it was replaced it remained popular in [[War Games]] matches aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</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|Bungie.net|Halo: Reach - Ordnance|D=12|M=4|Y=2016}} and commonly known as the '''Jackhammer''' or the '''SPNKR''' (also stylised as '''SPNKr'''), 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|enc09}}{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} 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 remained popular in [[War Games]] matches aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.{{Ref/Game|Id=H5G|H5G}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
===Design===
===Design details===
Though there have been various shoulder-launched rocket launchers in service with the [[UNSC Armed Forces]] since its creation, only the M41 rocket launcher has the tactical importance to be heavily manufactured.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} The M41 SSR has been in service with the UNSC for decades, as early as the [[Insurrection]].{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}
Though there have been various shoulder-launched rocket launchers in service with the [[UNSC 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, as early as 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.{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}}


The M41 rocket launcher 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/Reuse|ENC}}
The weapon is composed of two components: a reusable launcher with attached smart-linked fire control module. Second, a disposable magazine containing two rockets.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetreach}}{{Ref/Reuse|2016hw}} The M41 rocket launcher typically 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. 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.


The M41 rocket launcher features a 2× [[smart-linking|smart-linked]] sight, allowing users to fire rockets over long distances with devastating accuracy, although the rockets' altitude decreases over long distances. Many M41s and their M19 rockets are equipped with target tracking systems;{{Ref/Reuse|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>
Many M41s and their M19 rockets are equipped with target tracking systems;{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} 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, certain models of the M41 features an integrated and enhanced tracking system,{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} developed from tweaks by engineers at Misriah Armory.{{Ref/Reuse|2015hw}} As such, some launchers are capable of tracking both ground-based and airborne targets,{{Ref/Game|Id=H2|H2|Detail=Gameplay}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Wars|HW|Detail=Gameplay}} though others are capable of tracking only aircrafts.{{Ref/Game|Id=HR|HR|Detail=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|Detail=Gameplay}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H3|H3|Detail=Gameplay}}{{Ref/Game|Id=ODST|H3ODST|Detail=Gameplay}}


Some M41s feature a trigger guard, and an ergonomic thumbhole stock, adding the impression of greater bulk.{{Ref/Reuse|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/Reuse|H2}}{{Ref/Reuse|Wars}}{{Ref/Reuse|H3}}{{Ref/Reuse|ODST}}
Although the M41D rocket launcher has no magnification optics, it possesses a [[Smart-linking|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}}


The model used in October [[2558]] has a [[Weapon Serial Numbers|serial number]] of "00051405".{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
The model used in October [[2558]] has a [[Weapon Serial Numbers|serial number]] of "00051405".{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}


== Variants ==
== Variants ==
* '''SPNKr EM''': Improved variant with four rockets per magazine and the ability to lock onto ground and air vehicles.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''M41 SPNKr EM''': Improved variant with four rockets per magazine and the ability to lock onto ground and air vehicles.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''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}}
* '''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}}
* '''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}}
* '''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}}
* '''SPNKr Anti-Air''': Unlike the standard SPNKr, members of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} that are either onboard a [[Flame Warthog]] or [[AV-14 Hornet|Hornet]] are given a Rocket Launcher that has a laser sight attached in order for the weapon to lock on aircraft.{{Ref/Game|Id=HW2|HW2}}
* '''[[M41B SPNKr]]''': A variant with a pistol grip and no trigger guard, but features 2x magnification.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
* '''[[M41 Tracker]]''': An improved version of the M41 that can track targets. Used by [[Zeretus]] during the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]].
* '''[[M41D SPNKr]]''': A variant with no magnification optics used during [[Battle for Zeta Halo]].{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
** '''[[M41D SPNKr Tracker]]''': An improved version of the M41 that can track targets. Used by [[Zeretus]] during the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]].


<gallery>
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File:H3-M41SSRocketLauncherLeft.png|M41B SPNKr.
File:Halo 5 SPNKR EM.png|SPNKr EM.
File:Halo 5 SPNKR EM.png|SPNKr EM.
File:H5G M41EX.png|SPNKr EX.
File:H5G M41EX.png|SPNKr EX.
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=== Changes among games ===
=== Changes among games ===
====Changes from ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' to ''Halo 2''====
====Changes from the M41B in ''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST'' to ''Halo: Reach''====
*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 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''====
*The grips of the weapon are enclosed in a thumbhole design.
*The grips of the weapon are enclosed in a thumbhole design.
*It can now lock on to aircraft, but not other types of vehicles.
*It can now lock on to aircraft, but not other types of vehicles.
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of M41 rocket launcher}}
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of M41 rocket launcher}}
*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/Reuse|EVG}}
*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/Reuse|EVG}} The 2022 edition of the ''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition)|Halo Encyclopedia]]'' further expanded on the designation, giving the M41D designation to the rocket launcher that first appeared in ''Halo: Reach'', while the M41B designation was given to the one first introduced in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
*The M41 SSR 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.
*The M41 SSR 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]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack, the rocket launcher Gjallarhorn, which debuted in original ''Destiny'', makes an appearance. Its new alternate appearance is "GJNKR", referencing both the original ''Marathon'' weapon and the ''Halo'' weapon. In its appeareance, however, GJNKR looks more like ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' pre-release rocket launcher<ref>[https://imgur.com/a/830YsmV Comparison]</ref> than anything from ''Marathon''.
** In ''[[Wikipedia:Destiny 2|Destiny 2]]''{{'}}s Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack, the rocket launcher 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'']].
*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.
*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 the ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' level ''[[The Maw]]'', the rocket launcher is one of two ways you can rig the [[UNSC Pillar of Autumn|UNSC ''Pillar of Autumn'']] to explode and destroy [[Installation 04]]. The other is a [[fragmentation grenade]].


== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==
=== Normal gallery ===
=== Screenshots ===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Rocket-launcher.png|A blueprint of the M41 SSR MAV/AW from ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.
File:HaloCE-M41SSM-RocketLauncher.png|An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:HaloCE Rocket Launcher.png|A first-person view of the Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:HaloCE-M19SSMRL-Scope-screen.png|The 2× scope of the M41 Rocket Launcher in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Rocket2.jpg|John-117 using an M41 SPNKR against a {{Pattern|Zurdo|Wraith}} on [[Installation 04]].
File:Rocketlauncher.jpg|An M41 rocket launcher with a synthetic black finish from ''[[Halo 2]]''.
File:M19 SSM RL.png|The Rocket Launcher as it appears in ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|The ''Halo 2'' rocket launcher.
File:halo picture_02.jpg|The M41 in use from ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-M41RocketLauncher-Scope.jpg|View through the Rocket Launcher's scope in ''Halo 2''.
File:Halo3 M41 RocketLauncher1.png|The right-side of the M41 SSR in ''Halo 3''.
File:Halo3 M41 RocketLauncher2.png|The left-side view of the M41 SSR in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-M41SSRocketLauncherLeft.png|An in-game profile view of the ''Halo 3'' M41.
File:H3-M41SSRocketLauncher.png|A right side view of the ''Halo 3'' M41.
File:H3-M41HUD.png|First-person view of the M41 on [[High Ground]] in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-M41zoom.png|The 2× zoom in ''Halo 3''.
File:UNSC Rocket Launcher Cinematic.jpg|Models of the M41 as it appears in ''[[Halo Wars]]''{{'}} cinematics.
File:HR_RocketLauncher_Concept.jpg|Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_RocketLauncher_Concept.jpg|Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Reach Rocket Launcher Cropped.png|The Rocket launcher as it appears in the ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' [[Halo: Reach Beta|Beta]].
File:Reach Rocket Launcher Cropped.png|The Rocket launcher as it appears in the ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' [[Halo: Reach Beta|Beta]].
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File:Spnkr prime.png|''SPNKr Prime''.
File:Spnkr prime.png|''SPNKr Prime''.
</gallery>
</gallery>
==Videos==
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==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==

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M41 SPNKr
An M41 SPNKR product logo.

H5G-SPNKr.png

Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory[1][2][3]

Model series:

M41

Type:

Surface-to-surface rocket launcher

Specifications

Length:

55.4 inches (141 cm)[4][5]

Width:

10.2 inches (26 cm)[4][5]

Height:

17.4 inches (44 cm)[4][5]

Weight:

10.8 kilograms (24 lb)[4]

Ammunition type:

Feed system:

2-rocket disposable tube assembly

Effective range:

1,300 feet (400 m)[7][8]

Service history

In service:

Insurrection
Human-Covenant War
Post-Covenant War conflicts

 

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,[9] and commonly known as the Jackhammer or the SPNKR (also stylised as SPNKr), is a heavy ordnance weapon used by the UNSC and Insurrectionists.[10] It is manufactured by Misriah Armory.[1][7][3] 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 remained popular in War Games matches aboard the UNSC Infinity.[11]

Overview

Design details

Though there have been various shoulder-launched rocket launchers in service with the UNSC Armed Forces since its creation, only the M41 rocket launcher has the tactical importance to be heavily manufactured.[4] The M41 SSR has been in service with the UNSC for decades, as early as 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.[8]

The weapon is composed of two components: a reusable launcher with attached smart-linked fire control module. Second, a disposable magazine containing two rockets.[9][10] The M41 rocket launcher typically fires 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. As such, the M41 is considerably portable,[3] allowing the operator to quickly reload while in combat and greatly reduces the weight he carries without throwing the weapon away.

Many M41s and their M19 rockets are equipped with target tracking systems;[1] 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, certain models of the M41 features an integrated and enhanced tracking system,[3] developed from tweaks by engineers at Misriah Armory.[4] As such, some launchers are capable of tracking both ground-based and airborne targets,[12][13] though others are capable of tracking only aircrafts.[14] Some M41s lack any form of tracking technology, requiring the operator to "dumb fire" the weapon without targeting assistance.[15][16][17]

Although the M41D rocket launcher has no magnification optics, 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.[3]

The model used in October 2558 has a serial number of "00051405".[11]

Variants

  • M41 SPNKr EM: Improved variant with four rockets per magazine and the ability to lock onto ground and air vehicles.[11]
  • 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.[11]
  • 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.[11]
  • M41B SPNKr: A variant with a pistol grip and no trigger guard, but features 2x magnification.[3]
  • M41D SPNKr: A variant with no magnification optics used during Battle for Zeta Halo.[3]
  • M41B SPNKr.

    M41B SPNKr.

  • SPNKr EM.

    SPNKr EM.

  • SPNKr EX.

    SPNKr EX.

  • SPNKr Prime.

    SPNKr Prime.

  • HINF M41Tracker.png

    M41 Tracker.

  • Locking onto a target with the M41 Tracker.

    Locking onto a target with the M41 Tracker.

  • Hitting the target.

    Hitting the target.

Gameplay

Advantages

The rocket launcher spreads a huge amount of damage over a large area. It is capable of taking out entire groups of infantry at any range and can kill both the passengers and crew of nearly any vehicle like the M808B Main Battle Tank or a Wraith. Its ability to fire two shots in rapid succession is also a major advantage.

Disadvantages

The M41 SSR, though powerful, is implemented in-game as an anti-vehicle weapon, not designed for engaging infantry. Thus, its reload time is quite slow, as it takes about three to five seconds for the M41 to be fully reloaded. The rockets are slow and leave a trail of smoke in their wake, giving away the operator's position. Ammunition is often limited or unavailable, and the operator can carry only six extra rockets at once, for a total of 8 rounds. The biggest disadvantage to the operator is the blast radius of a rocket; if fired too close the splash damage can severely injure or kill its operator if fired carelessly into surrounding terrain or at a close enemy.

Halo: Spartan Strike and Halo: Spartan Assault

The M41 SSR is an exclusive weapon that can be purchased with 1000 Credits in both games. It is provided with 150 ammunition with a very high fire rate but a damage output 30% less than original damage (requiring five shots to destroy a Wraith). In Spartan Strike Mission E-5: Hold the Line, the player can equip the Rocket Launcher scattered around the LZ for free.

Changes among games

Changes from the M41B in Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST to Halo: Reach

  • The grips of the weapon are enclosed in a thumbhole design.
  • It can now lock on to aircraft, but not other types of vehicles.
  • 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

  • Rockets' travel speed increased.
  • The sound of the weapon firing has been changed, akin to the "tube" sound of a grenade launcher.
  • The weapon no longer has an audible indicator to verify that a lock has been achieved.
  • The rocket now leaves a noticeable vapor trail when fired.
  • Rockets make more noise as they travel.

Changes from Halo 4 to Halo 2: Anniversary

  • Like the original Halo 2 version the M41 can lock onto both aircraft and land vehicles.
  • While the campaign uses the Halo: Reach model, the multiplayer version uses the Halo 4 redesign.

Changes from Halo 2: Anniversary to Halo 5: Guardians

  • The M41, like its Halo: Reach and Halo 4 incarnations, can only lock onto aircraft.
  • The M41 comes in many variations.
  • Its firing sound is similar to the Halo: Combat Evolved version.
  • Features some minor color changes with some spots on the weapon being orange.

Changes from Halo Wars to Halo Wars 2

  • Rate of fire increased slightly.
  • Base damage decreased; damage increases proportionally to unit veterancy.
  • Projectiles move more slowly.
  • Research requirements for RPG Trooper becomes easier.
  • M41 SPNKR now can be wielded exclusively by Douglas-042 with Professor Anders as the leader on level 2 hero upgrade on non-campaign gameplay.

Changes from Halo 5: Guardians to Halo Infinite

  • The M41's rockets glow a deep orange, making them more obvious in flight.
  • The rockets' splash damage drops off more sharply, compared to previous games.

Trivia

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  • 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.[1] The 2022 edition of the Halo Encyclopedia further expanded on the designation, giving the M41D designation to the rocket launcher that first appeared in Halo: Reach, while the M41B designation was given to the one first introduced in Halo: Combat Evolved.[3]
  • The M41 SSR is aesthetically similar to the SPNKR-XP surface-to-surface missile launcher from Marathon 2 and Marathon Infinity. This weapon is also the source of the M41's "SPNKr" moniker.
    • In Destiny 2's Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack, the rocket launcher 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 pre-release SPNKR 108 SAM than anything from Marathon.[18]*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 2: Durandal, which, in turn, was named after the Bruce Cockburn song If I Had a Rocket Launcher.

Gallery

Screenshots

  • Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW for Halo: Reach.

    Concept art of the M41 SSR MAV/AW for Halo: Reach.

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

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

  • An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in Halo: Reach.

    An in-game profile view of the Rocket Launcher in Halo: Reach.

  • A blueprint of the M41 SSR.

    A blueprint of the M41 SSR.

  • A first-person view of the M41 in Halo: Reach.

    A first-person view of the M41 in Halo: Reach.

  • View through the scope of M41 Rocket Launcher in Halo: Reach.

    View through the scope of M41 Rocket Launcher in Halo: Reach.

  • The M41 in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.

    The M41 in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.

  • The 2× zoom on the M41 in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.

    The 2× zoom on the M41 in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.

  • The M41 in Halo 4.

    The M41 in Halo 4.

  • HUD blueprint of the M41 in Halo 4.

    HUD blueprint of the M41 in Halo 4.

  • First-person view of the M41 by John-117 in the Halo 4 campaign.

    First-person view of the M41 by John-117 in the Halo 4 campaign.

  • First-person view of the M41 on Ragnarok in Halo 4.

    First-person view of the M41 on Ragnarok in Halo 4.

  • The 2× zoom of the M41 in Halo 4.

    The 2× zoom of the M41 in Halo 4.

  • A render of the M41's scope in Halo 4.

    A render of the M41's scope in Halo 4.

  • The M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary.

    The M41 in Halo 2: Anniversary.

  • John-117 with an M41 on Installation 05.

    John-117 with an M41 on Installation 05.

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

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

  • The 2× zoom in Halo 2: Anniversary.

    The 2× zoom in Halo 2: Anniversary.

  • 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.

  • The 2× zoom of the M41.

    The 2× zoom of the M41.

  • A Recruit-clad Spartan-IV with the M41 SSR MAV/AW in Halo 5: Guardians.

    A Recruit-clad Spartan-IV with the M41 SSR MAV/AW in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • First-person view of the M41 in Halo 5: Guardians.

    First-person view of the M41 in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • 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 in Halo 5: Guardians.

    First-person view of the M41 SPNKr Prime in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • 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 in Halo 5: Guardians.

    An M57 Pilum in comparison to an M41 SPNKr in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • The M41 in Halo Online.

    The M41 in Halo Online.

  • Douglas-042 with an M41 SPNKR in Halo Wars 2.

    Douglas-042 with an M41 SPNKR in Halo Wars 2.

  • A render of the M41 from Halo: Fireteam Raven.

    A render of the M41 from Halo: Fireteam Raven.

  • A render of the M41 from Halo: Fireteam Raven.

    A render of the M41 from Halo: Fireteam Raven.

  • A render of the M41 from Halo: Fireteam Raven.

    A render of the M41 from Halo: Fireteam Raven.

  • Victor Ramos facing off against a Flood Tank Form with an M41.

    Victor Ramos facing off against a Flood Tank Form with an M41.

  • The M41 SPNKR in Halo Infinite.

    The M41 SPNKR in Halo Infinite.

  • A Banished Jiralhanae Chosen Warrior using an M41 SPNKR during the Battle for Zeta Halo.

    A Banished Jiralhanae Chosen Warrior using an M41 SPNKR during the Battle for Zeta Halo.

  • John-117 using an M41 SPNKR in the Conservatory.

    John-117 using an M41 SPNKR in the Conservatory.

  • First-person view of the M41 SPNKR in Halo Infinite.

    First-person view of the M41 SPNKR in Halo Infinite.

  • A M41 being reloaded in Halo Infinite.

    A M41 being reloaded in Halo Infinite.

  • SPNKR tubes after being discarded on the ground.

    SPNKR tubes after being discarded on the ground.

  • John-117 fires an M41 SPNKR at a MLRS-2 Hydra-wielding Sangheili Enforcer at the Armory of Reckoning.

    John-117 fires an M41 SPNKR at a MLRS-2 Hydra-wielding Sangheili Enforcer at the Armory of Reckoning.

  • Melee attacking with the M41 SPNKR.

    Melee attacking with the M41 SPNKR.

  • An M41 SPNKR fired by a Spartan.

    An M41 SPNKR fired by a Spartan.

Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards

  • 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.

List of appearances

Sources

  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 Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 176
  4. ^ a b c d e f Halo Waypoint, Universe: Rocket Launcher (Retrieved on Oct 29, 2015) [archive]
  5. ^ a b c Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 68
  6. ^ Halo: Silent Storm, chapter 3
  7. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 314
  8. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 328
  9. ^ a b [Bungie.net Halo: Reach - Ordnance] (Retrieved on Apr 12, 2016) [archive]
  10. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, Universe: Rocket Launcher (Retrieved on Apr 13, 2016) [archive]
  11. ^ a b c d e Halo 5: Guardians
  12. ^ Halo 2: Gameplay
  13. ^ Halo Wars: Gameplay
  14. ^ Halo: Reach: Gameplay
  15. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved: Gameplay
  16. ^ Halo 3: Gameplay
  17. ^ Halo 3: ODST: Gameplay
  18. ^ Imgur, Comparison

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