Hydra
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The Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Gyroc Launcher, colloquially nicknamed the Hydra, is a series of handheld missile launchers developed by Chalybs Defense Solutions for use by the military forces of the United Nations Space Command.[1][2]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
Hydras are multiple-rocket launchers designed to fire 9X-G high explosive, airbursting (HEAB) gyroscopically-stabilised rockets. They are infantry-portable and held akin to a rifle. The fore of the weapon contains a revolving cylinder typically holding six rockets which can be semi-automatically fired in rapid succession. The Hydra's most unique feature is its lock-on. The weapons' targeting and detection suite is capable of locking onto enemy infantry and vehicles, with the rockets fired self-guiding onto these targets.[1][2]
History[edit]
Hydras are relatively recent additions into the UNSC arsenal. As of 2558, the MLRS-1 Hydra had only been issued to operatives of the Spartan Operations division and had yet to see widespread usage among the regular military.[1]
Variants[edit]
There are two major production lines of the Hydra in service - the MLRS-1 and MLRS-2. Each line has its own sub-variants.
MLRS-1 Hydra[edit]
The MLRS-1 Hydra was employed by UNSC forces during the early stages of the Created conflict.[1][2]
- Typhon: a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, with higher damage and more effective recoil compensation.[1][3]
- Echidna: a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, firing non-nuclear electromagnetic pulse missiles.[1][4]
The MLRS-1.
The MLRS-1 "Typhon".
The MLRS-1 "Echidna".
MLRS-2 Hydra[edit]
The MLRS-2 Hydra is employed by UNSC forces operating on Installation 07.[2]
- Pursuit Hydra: a variant of the MLRS-2 firing rockets with a higher velocity and lower targeting time.[5][6]
The MLRS-2.
The MLRS-2 "Pursuit".
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f Halo Waypoint - Universe, Weapons, Hydra Launcher (Retrieved on Oct 30, 2021) [local archive] [external archive]
- ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 177
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Typhon description "What Chalybs builds, Watershed Division perfects. Improved Hydra Launcher with upgraded recoil compensation, warhead damage, and reload speed."
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Echidna description "Experimental mini-missile warheads are just one of Chalybs Defense's many R&D projects. Advanced Hydra Launcher loaded with experimental EMP warheads capable of temporarily disabling enemy vehicles."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Forge - Pursuit Hydra description: "Increased long-range proficiency with faster target lock and improved rocket velocity."
- ^ Halo Support, Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory (Retrieved on May 5, 2023) [archive]
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