Editing M12B Warthog

{{Status|Canon}}
{{Vehicle infobox
|name = M12B Force Application Vehicle
|image = [[File:H5G - M12 Warthog render.png|300px]]
|manufacturer = [[AMG Transport Dynamics]]<ref name="waypointuni">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/warthog '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Warthog'']</ref>
|line = 
|model = M12B FAV
|cost = 343,000 cR (2554 model)<ref name="Altervista">[[Forza 4 Autovista Warthog]]</ref>
|length = {{Convert|6|m|ft|sp=us}} (M12)<ref name="ENC240">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 240''</ref><br>
{{Convert|6.3|m|ft|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}} (M12B)
|width = {{Convert|3|m|ft|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|BNet}}<br>
|height = {{Convert|3.2|m|ft|sp=us}} (M12){{Ref/Reuse|BNet}}<br>
{{Convert|2.3|m|ft|sp=us}} (M12B)<ref name="T-shirt">[https://www.halowaypointstore.com/p/halo_wars_2_warthog_schematic_premium_tee.html '''Halowaypointstore''' - ''HALO WARS 2 WARTHOG SCHEMATIC PREMIUM TEE'']</ref>
|mass = {{Convert|3|MT}}{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}{{Ref/Reuse|ENC240}}
|max speed = 125 km/h (78 mph){{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
|engine= 1 2.0 L liquid-cooled [[hydrogen]]-injected ICE
|hull = Ballistic [[polycarbonate]], [[titanium]], carbon nanotube
|armament = Variable
|crew = 1 driver, 1 passenger {{C|varies by model}}{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
|complement = 
|consumables = 
|othersystems = 
|firstuse = [[2319]]{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
|role = 
* Infantry mobility/multipurpose vehicle<ref name="CU">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/community-update-summer-red-summer-blue '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Community Update - Summer Red, Summer Blue'']</ref>
** Internal security
** Military patrol
** Rapid transport{{Ref/Reuse|CU}}
** Reconnaissance
* Force application vehicle{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
** Anti-armoured platform{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
** Anti-aircraft platform{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
** Anti-personnel platform{{Ref/Reuse|ENC241}}
|affiliation = 
* [[United Nations Space Command]]{{Ref/Reuse|waypointuni}}
* [[Liang-Dortmund Corporation]]
}}
The '''M12B Warthog Force Application Vehicle''' is a military vehicle employed by the [[UNSC]] [[UNSC Armed Forces|Armed Forces]], and a variant of the venerable [[M12 Warthog]]. It was infrequently employed late in the [[Human-Covenant War]] and became a predominant sight in the [[Post-Covenant War conflicts|Post-War]] era.

== Design details ==
{{Center|''For more general Warthog design specifics, see the section on the M12 Warthog page [[M12 Warthog#Specifications|here]].''}}
The M12B [[design pattern]] had been introduced into UNSC service by at least late [[2552]].{{Ref/Reuse|T-shirt}} It incorporated side compartments into the body, features a more angular body style, utility bars over the hood and around the bed, and several other largely cosmetic changes, while keeping a similar design to the first chassis. This design typically carries several Jerrycans filled with water to be rendered into hydrogen for the engine. It has a lighting system of 24 LED brake light and ULED headlights. This chassis has a programmable nano-prismatic paint to refract color at any chromacity, depending on the vehicle's destination. A security bit was designed to prevent marines from tinkering with the finish, based on early and embarrassing experiences of the tech's deployment.{{Ref/Reuse|Altervista}} Unlike most models used throughout the Human-Covenant War, this chassis uses a swing-axle system, a redesigned transmission and drive shafts, and constant-velocity joints.

== Variants ==
=== 2552 model ===
This design does not have an antenna on it, used a military alphabet stencil for the word "UNSC" on its body, has the original UNSC logo on it, and uses white paint for the arrows on the hood of the engine. In the hood, the engine has a black battery, and green chairs. This version of the M12B was stocked by the Marine forces of the {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} during the [[Battle of Installation 04]]<ref>'''[[Halo: Fireteam Raven]]'''</ref> alongside regular M12 Warthogs,<ref>'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'''</ref> and were later used by forces deploying from the {{UNSCShip|In Amber Clad}} later in the year during the battles of [[Battle of Mombasa|Mombasa]]<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', campaign level ''[[Metropolis]]''</ref> and [[Battle of Installation 05|Delta Halo]].<ref>'''Halo 2''', campaign level ''[[Delta Halo]]''</ref>

=== 2554 model ===
The 2554 M12B Force Application Vehicle "Warthog". What is unique about this variant is that is has a SLED searchlight, has "M-12" written on the steering wheel, used the original black colored UNSC insignia, uses a military alphabet stencil for the word "UNSC" and "STEP" on its body, has a yellow battery in the hood, and has an antenna on it. It also has a side rack holding something. In the seating area this one has brown chairs with bars to reinforce them, and a [[health pack]] between the seats of this variant. Unlike other models using this chassis, this one uses a dual spring suspension to keep the vehicle stable in different environments. This model also is darker than other models.{{Ref/Reuse|Altervista}}

=== 2557 model ===
This model of the Warthog uses the post-war UNSC emblem, uses red paint for the arrows on the hood of the engine, and has a slightly darker shade of green. It was employed during the [[Battle of Requiem]] and ensuing [[Requiem Campaign]] in [[2557]] and [[2558]], respectively.

=== 2558 model ===
This chassis entered service sometime after the [[Requiem Campaign]].<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-a-time-to-give-tanks '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - A Time to Give Thanks'']</ref> It is equipped with a variety of new weapons across its variants, including the [[M343A2 chaingun]],<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/chaingun '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Chaingun'']</ref> the [[M555 Gauss cannon]],<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/gauss-cannon '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Gauss Cannon'']</ref> and the [[M80 missile launcher]],<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/missile-launcher '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Missile Launcher'']</ref> as well as a number of experimental munitions, particularly Warthogs operated by ONI forces.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}

What makes this model so unique from the previous ones that use the M12B chassis is that is uses an orange colored battery and lacks the overhead screen between the two seats that previous models had. It also has bars to reinforce the chairs.

The 2558 model of M12B Warthog has several variants;
* '''Corp Scout Warthog''' - Demilitarized Warthog with extra armor used by the [[Liang Dortmund Corporation]].<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref>
* '''Tundra Scout Warthog''' - A tundra camouflaged variant used by the UNSC to transport food and fuel during tundra and arctic campaigns. Features better armor than the Corp Hog.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''Urban Scout Warthog''' - An urban camouflaged variant used by the UNSC. Features better armor than the Corp Hog.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''Woodland Scout Warthog''' - A woodland camouflaged variant used by the UNSC. Features better armor than the Corp Hog.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''ONI Scout Warthog''' - The [[ONI]] Warthog features better armor than the camouflaged models and is only superficially similar to the standard military models.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
* '''<nowiki>#</nowiki>550 Scuderia StarSpeed M-12R''' - An exemplar of heavily modified Rally Warthogs homologated for racing series across multiple systems and fitted with the latest hydrogen-burning turbines and ceramic applique armor, this Rally Warthog can handle environmental hazards that would leave even mil-spec vehicles as broken wrecks.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-driving-force '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Canon Fodder: Driving Force'']</ref>

=== 2560 model ===
The M12B seen during confrontations on [[Zeta Halo]] stays true to its previous incarnation's designs, but with slight aesthetic differences, notably, the lack of utility bars along the front and rear end of the vehicle.

<gallery>
File:H2A warthog.png|The 2552 model.
File:Forza 4 Warthog.png|The 2554 model
File:H4-M12WarthogLRV.png|The 2557 model
File:H5G-M12B.png|The 2558 model.
File:HINF Warthog Render.png|The 2560 model.
File:H5G Scout Corp.png|Corp Scout Warthog.
File:H5G Scout Tundra.png|Tundra Scout Warthog.
File:H5G Scout Urban.png|Urban Scout Warthog.
File:H5G Scout Woodland.png|Woodland Scout Warthog.
File:H5 ONI Scout.png|ONI Scout Warthog.
File:H5G-RallyScoutHog.png|A <nowiki>#</nowiki>550 Scuderia StarSpeed M-12R.
</gallery>

=== Weaponry ===
M12B-platform Warthogs typically operate different weaponry to their M12 counterparts. The M12B Warthog [[M12 Chaingun Warthog|LRV]] generally equips [[M46 Vulcan]] or [[M343A2 chaingun]]s, while the [[M12G1 Gauss Warthog|Gauss]] variant equips [[M68 Gauss cannon]]s or [[M555 Gauss cannon]]s and the [[M12R Rocket Warthog|rocket]] variant equipping either an [[M79 rocket launcher]] or an [[M80 missile launcher]]. In addition, several other armed variants of M12B Warthog exist, including one [[Flame Warthog|equipped]] with a mounted flamethrower, and others with increased [[Armored Warthog|armour protection]].

=== Civilian use ===
The M12B has seen extensive alteration for use on the civilian market. The [[M12S Warthog CST]] is one of the most prominent examples, outfitted for cross-country and other racing duties. The <nowiki>#</nowiki>550 Scuderia StarSpeed M-12R is another such example, based on the 2558 chassis. Several variants of the "[[Hog]]" line of vehicles, including the 2556 and 2558 models are also based on the M12B design. While never actually considered for production, [[Project HOGSTICKER]] would also have potentially shared visual similarities with the M12B.
==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
===Silver Timeline===
{{Main|Silver Timeline}}
M12B Warthogs are used by humanity for transportation.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=HTVOT|5KZ3MKraNKY|Paramount+|Halo The Series (2022) Official Trailer|Y=2022|M=1|D=30}}
== Trivia ==
* The ''Halo 4'' Warthog is featured in ''Forza Motorsport 4'',<ref>[http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-08-26-halo-4-warthog-in-forza-4 '''Eurogamer''' - ''Halo 4 Warthog in Forza 4'']</ref> where it is not drivable in-game, although it appears in the Autovista mode where players can examine various details of cars. The Warthog descriptions feature narration by [[Cortana]].
** It is unlocked by unlocking all other non-DLC cars in Autovista.<ref>[http://kotaku.com/5846754/how-to-unlock-halos-warthog-in-forza-4 '''Kotaku''': How to Unlock Halo's Warthog In Forza 4]</ref>
** Turn 10 Studios (developers of the ''Forza'' series) considered adding the Warthog as a drivable vehicle, but due to ''Forza''{{'}}s focus on technical accuracy, the Warthog would have been difficult to implement due to its large size, unusual 4-wheel drive mechanics, unusual tires, and the various fictional technologies employed.<ref>[http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-09-23-why-you-cant-drive-forza-4s-warthog '''Eurogamer''' -  ''Why you can't drive Forza 4's Warthog'']</ref>
*** It wasn't until ''Forza Horizon 3'' in 2016 that a drivable Warthog would be made available in the ''Forza'' series.<ref name="FH3 HMA">[https://www.forzamotorsport.net/en-us/news/hma_9_1_16 '''Forza Motorsport''' - ''Heavy Metal Affliction - 2554 AMG Dynamics M12S Warthog CST'']</ref>
* The Scout Warthog can be more useful in combat if one player stands on the back of the Warthog with a turret. This can provide for a makeshift Warthog with more powerful turrets.

==Gallery==
===Development images===
<gallery>
File:H4-Concept-Chief-Warthog.jpg|Concept art of [[John-117]] sliding over a Warthog's canopy in ''[[Halo 4]]''.
File:Warthog design.jpg|A working model of the Warthog in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-Concept-Warthog-Dashboard.jpg|A concept model for the Warthog's dashboard in ''Halo 4''.
File:HW2 - Forge hog.png|Concept art of the [[John Forge]]'s Warthog for ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
File:HW2 ATN art relentless.jpg|Concept art of the Flood using a Warthog for ''Halo Wars 2''.
File:HINF Concept JungleMap.jpg|Pre-production concept art for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' depicting M12B Warthogs in multiplayer combat on a jungle-themed map.
File:HINF Concept WarthogConvoy.jpg|Another pre-production concept for ''Halo Infinite'' depicting M12B Warthogs racing toward a mysterious structure.
File:HINF Concept Marines in Warthog.jpg|Concept art of Marines riding in an M12B Warthog.
File:HINF DestroyedHogConcepts.jpg|Concept art of destroyed M12B Warthogs for ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF WarthogPlantConcept.jpg|Concept art of an M12B Warthog manufacturing facility for ''Halo Infinite''.
</gallery>

===Normal gallery===
<gallery>
File:Forza 4 Warthog.png|The ''Halo 4'' Warthog as it appears in ''Forza Motorsport 4''.
File:ForzaWarthog 02.jpg|The Warthog's dashboard in ''Forza Motorsport 4''.
File:ForzaWarthog 04.jpg|View of the Warthog's tusk-like tow cable in ''Forza Motorsport 4''.
File:ForzaWarthog 03.jpg|The Warthog's liquid-cooled hydrogen-injected ICE engine in ''Forza Motorsport 4''.
File:H4-Warthog.png|The M12B in ''Halo 4''.
File:M12_dashboard.jpg|The Warthog's dashboard in ''Halo 4''.
File:H2A - Warthogs.jpg|Warthogs in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''.
File:H2A warthog.png|A Warthog in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:SS Scout hog.png|A Warthog without a turret in ''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''.
File:Warthog assembly line.png|Warthogs on an assembly line in ''[[A Hero Falls]]''.
File:H5G-RallyHog@Apex7.png|A [[RAIJIN-class Mjolnir|Raijin]]-clad [[Spartan-IV]] driving a <nowiki>#</nowiki>550 Scuderia StarSpeed M-12R on [[Raid on Apex 7]].
File:Rocket League Warthog.jpg|A Warthog in [[Wikipedia:Rocket League|Rocket League]].
File:HW2-FlameWarthog.png|[[Blitz]] card of a Flame Warthog in ''Halo Wars 2''.
File:HW2_Training_Warthogs.jpg|Turret-less Warthogs aboard the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} in 2559.
File:HINF WarthogJump.png|John-117 driving an M12B Warthog on Installation 07 in a pre-release build of ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF MarinesAndWarthog.png|Two Marines riding in an M12B Warthog in a pre-release build of ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF BehemothHog.png|The M12B Warthog on [[Behemoth]].
</gallery>

== List of appearances ==
* ''[[The Commissioning]]''
* ''[[Halo 4]]''
** ''[[Spartan Ops]]''
* ''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
* ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''
* ''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''
* ''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series]]''
* ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
* ''[[Know Your Enemy]]''
* ''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''
* ''[[Halo Mythos]]''
* ''[[Halo: Fractures]]''
** ''[[Breaking Strain]]''
* ''[[Halo: Tales from Slipspace]]''
** ''[[On the Brink]]''
* ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''
* ''[[Halo: Recruit]]'' {{C|Non-canonical appearance}}
* ''[[Halo: Fireteam Raven]]''
* ''[[Halo: Outpost Discovery]]''
* ''[[Halo Infinite]]''
*''[[Halo: The Television Series]]''
**''[[Contact]]''
**''[[Unbound]]''
**''[[Homecoming (TV Series)|Homecoming]]
**''[[Reckoning]]''
**''[[Allegiance]]''

==Sources==
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