CQS48 Bulldog
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37.5 inches (95 cm)[1] |
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M301 12-gauge magnum[1] |
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| “ | Issued to UNSC breaching and urban warfare team, the CQS48 Bulldog combat shotgun excels at engaging targets close-quarters environment.[3] | ” |
The CQS48 Bulldog, otherwise known as the CQS-48 Combat Shotgun, is a type of human shotgun manufactured by Misriah Armory in Eos Chasma. It serves the United Nations Space Command, being employed by UNSC forces as early as 2551.[4] During the Battle for Zeta Halo in 2560, many CQS48s were seemingly scavenged and employed by Banished-affiliated Jiralhanae.[2]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
The CQS48 Bulldog is a pump-action combat shotgun which fires 12-gauge shells from a seven-round rotating drum.[1] After every shot, the foregrip must be retracted and pushed forward again to work the weapon's action and rotate the cylindrical magazine into the next position. The rotary magazine allows the CQS48 to replenish its supply of loaded ammunition substantially faster than the non-detachable magazines of the M45 and M90 shotguns. However, the 12-gauge ammunition it fires is substantially smaller. The Bulldog integrates iron sights and multiple attachment rail segments on its body. The CQS48 used in 2560 features a matte black and dark grey finish.[2]
The weapon's side contains various decals including barcode which translates to details of the weapon's manufacturer, the Misriah Armory facility at Eos Chasma, Mars and the weapon's name, CQS48 Combat Shotgun. The sides of the weapon just above the magazine contain a proof mark indicating the weapon's year of manufacture and a certification that the weapon is safe to fire with nitrocellulose-based gunpowder. In the case of the Bulldogs supplied to UNSC Infinity forces in 2560, the weapons have the proof code FK, which translates to a manufacture year of 2559. The side of the weapon additionally displays a decal for SolCore.
Usage[edit]
SPARTAN-III Thom-A293 used a CQS48 Bulldog during the Defense of Concord in 2551.[4] CQS48 Bulldogs originating from the UNSC Infinity,[5] were used during the Battle for Zeta Halo in 2560.[2]
Variants[edit]
- CQS48 MODE MS: A modified variant of the Bulldog for extremely aggressive decontamination regimes. The chassis is treated with the latest polymer and nanomaterial coatings to inhibit biological growths and spore attachment.[6] An orange container was integrated in the stock, and the weapon is equipped with a different muzzle.
- Convergence Bulldog: A modified variant of the Bulldog, with drum capacity increased from 7 to 12. The weapon also has an even tighter spread, allowing for greater range and accuracy.
- Vicious Bulldog: A CQS48 Bulldog modified and used by the Banished.[7]
CQS48 MODE MS
Convergence Bulldog
Vicious Bulldog
In-game information[edit]
| “ | A highly responsive and fast-firing tactical shotgun. Devastating at close range.[8][9] | ” |
- Main article: Bulldog
The CQS48 has a ready ammo count of 7. The pickup prompt indicates that the CQS48 is a "shotgun" with "kinetic" and "spread" properties. The weapon can be fired rapidly, with a much higher rate of fire than previous shotguns in the franchise, at the expense of heavier vertical recoil during rapid fire. Unlike shotguns in the previous games, the CQS48 Bulldog is not a one-shot-kill weapon when fighting multiplayer Spartans at close range, instead requiring at least two shots to kill. However, some enemies like Unggoy can still be killed with one shot.[2]
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| Weapon Model | Manufacturer | Lore | Rarity | Introduced In | Unlock Requirements |
 CQS48 MODE MS |
Misriah Armory | Treated with the latest polymer and nanomaterial coatings to inhibit biological growths and spore attachment and allow for extremely aggressive decontamination regimes. | Legendary | Season 04: Infection | Season 04: Infection Battle Pass level 100 (Premium) |
 Defiled Bulldog |
The Flood | What comes around goes around. | Legendary | Season 05: Reckoning | Purchase the Season 05: Reckoning Premium Battle Pass for 1,000 cR |
 Vicious Bulldog |
Banished | The stock doubles as a meat cleaver. | Legendary | The Yappening II | Purchase the "Conqueror" bundle from the Shop for 2,400 cR |
 Sweet Release |
343 Industries | Spreading some holiday cheer. | Legendary | Snowbound |
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Gallery[edit]
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Renders and screenshots[edit]
Initial concept exploration of the CQS48 Bulldog for Halo Infinite.
Finalized concept art of the Bulldog.
Concept art of various Bulldog kits, including the Defiled Bulldog.
Concept art of the Defiled Bulldog.
Development images[edit]
A study of the decals on the Bulldog.
Pre-release image of the Bulldog.
An early render of the Bulldog.
First person view of the CQS48 Bulldog in Halo Infinite.
A Jiralhanae Warrior wielding the weapon in a pre-release build of Halo Infinite.
First-person view of a Bulldog being discharged.
First-person view of a Bulldog being reloaded, with the magazine entirely removed from the slot.
First-person view of a Bulldog being reloaded, with the magazine inserted into the receptacle.
First-person view of the Bulldog immediately after firing, with the forend grip retracted towards the stock in the first phase of the pump action.
The Bulldog lying on the ground.
Renders and screenshots[edit]
A render of the Bulldog.
HUD icon of the Bulldog.
HUD of the CQS48 Bulldog.
First-person view of a Bulldog shooting off a Jiralhanae Berserker's wrist blades.
A Marine wielding CQS48 Bulldog.
A Spartan-IV wielding the Bulldog.
A Spartan-IV pumping the Bulldogs action - note the dust cover accurately flipped down, exposing the open action.
A Spartan-IV firing a Bulldog on Highpower.
Close-up view of a Bulldog.
Another close-up view of a Bulldog.
View of the drum magazine.
A Spartan wearing a Mark VI CBRN helmet and wielding a Bulldog.
A Zvezda-clad Spartan with the CQS48 MODE MS.
A Defiled CQS48 Bulldog.
A Defiler-clad Spartan using a Defiled Bulldog.
A Conqueror-clad Spartan-IV with a Vicious Bulldog.
Merchandise[edit]
Nerf version of the CQS48 Bulldog.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo Infinite (First appearance)
- Halo: Winter Contention
- Halo: Flashpoint
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 172
- ^ a b c d e Halo Infinite, gameplay
- ^ Halo Infinite, Forge - CQS48 Bulldog description: "Issued to UNSC breaching and urban warfare team, the CQS48 Bulldog combat shotgun excels at engaging targets close-quarters environment."
- ^ a b Halo: Winter Contention
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Inside Infinite - October 2021 (Retrieved on Apr 20, 2023) [archive]
- ^ Halo Infinite, CQS48 MODE MS - Description: "Treated with the latest polymer and nanomaterial coatings to inhibit biological growths and spore attachment and allow for extremely aggressive decontamination regimes."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Vicious Bulldog - Description: "The stock doubles as a meat cleaver."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Weapons Bench description
- ^ Halo Infinite, Academy - Weapon Drills - CQS48 Bulldog description
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