Editing Machine-linked autocannon

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|image=[[File:SabreCannon.jpg|300px]]<br>The M1024 MLAs on the YSS-1000 Sabre prototype during the [[Fall of Reach]].
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|service=*[[Insurrection]]
*[[Human-Covenant War]]
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The '''machine-linked autocannon''' ('''MLA''') is a classification of [[Wikipedia:coilgun|coilgun]] mounted as turrets on various [[space fighter]]s in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Reuse|wf91}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Enc22Glossary|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/the-new-halo-encyclopedia-is-out-today|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=The New Halo Encyclopedia is Out Today|D=11|M=03|Y=2023}}

==Overview==
===Design details===
These autocannons use electromagnetic asynchronous linear-induction motor (ALIM) technology to fire hyperdense projectiles at velocities unmatched by chemical energy-based weaponry.{{Ref/Reuse|wf17}} In UNSC service, such weapons are usually given the designation of '''ASW/AC''' - or Anti-Ship Weapon/Autocannon.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22Glossary}}

Numerous starfighters in service with the [[UNSC]] are equipped with machine-linked autocannons. These include exoatmospheric craft like [[GA-TL1 Longsword]]s, [[FSS-1000 Sabre]]s, [[F-41 Broadsword]]s, and even suborbital bombers like the [[B-65 Shortsword]]. Several models of the autocannon exist, while the calibre of the rounds ranging from 30mm to 50mm. The autocannons are very effective in engaging hostile spacecraft, such as [[Phantom]]s and {{Pattern|Morsam|Seraph}}.{{Ref/Book|Id=HRmanual|Halo: Reach manual|Page=8}}

==Models==
===M9109 ASW/AC 50mm===
The various iterations of the [[GA-TL1 Longsword]] fighter are equipped with M9109 coilguns that fire 50mm projectiles at such speeds that they immediately begin to burn up from air friction when fired within an atmosphere.{{Ref/Reuse|wf17}} They are often used in an air-to-surface combat capacity during tactical strikes. The Longsword's autocannons are very effective against [[Covenant]] {{Pattern|Morsam|Seraph}}.{{Ref/Reuse|HRmanual}}{{Ref/Book|EVG|Page=112}} The [[C712 Longsword|C712]] model includes eight M9019s,{{Ref/Reuse|wf17}} while the [[C718 Longsword]] includes four.{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=160}}

===M8545 ASW/AC 40mm===
When their advanced stealth system fails them, {{Class|Winter|prowler}}s are equipped with twin M8545 autocannon.{{Ref/Book|HWF|Page=46}}Lightly armed, these autocannons are only a last resort as the prowlers are designed to evade and escape threats.{{Ref/Site|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/oni-acrisius|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=ONI Acrisius}}

===M1075 ASW/AC 35mm===
The [[F-41 Broadsword]] fighter is equipped with two rapid-fire M1075 autocannons.{{Ref/Book|Id=H4VG|H4EVG|Page=114}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22p158|Enc22|Page=158}} The autocannon is not rigidly attached to the fighter's hull, but is on retractable, semi-articulated armatures.{{Ref/Book|HWF|Page=28}} The versatility of these autocannons allows it to target hostiles with ease. It is very powerful, being able to effectively eliminate [[Forerunner]] weaponry, such as [[Z-8250 light artillery]].{{Ref/Level|H4|Midnight}}

===M1020 ASW/AC 30mm===
Two M1020 autocannons are mounted on the [[F-29 Nandao]] fighter.{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=159}}

===M1024 ASW/AC 30mm===
Two M1024 cannons are mounted on the [[FSS-1000 Sabre]] as its main armament.{{Ref/Reuse|HRmanual}}{{Ref/Book|EVG|Page=161}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22p158}} The Sabre is armed with two cannons, one on each wing, situated close to the cockpit. The cannons fire 30mm rounds that travel slowly and requires the pilot to lead the shots. The cannons are very powerful and can take out a [[Elsedda-pattern Banshee|Banshee]] in one or two shots and can quickly take out a {{Pattern|Morsam|Seraph}} starfighter's shielding, leaving it vulnerable to [[ST/Medusa missile|homing missiles]].{{Ref/Level|HR|Long Night of Solace (level)|Long Night of Solace}}

===M955 ASW/AC 30mm===
The [[B-65 Shortsword]] is equipped with several M955 autocannons that fire 30mm projectiles. The autocannons complement the Shortsword's [[Maastricht/Raleigh Ordnance Delivery-Application System|M/RODAS delivery system]], allowing it to engage hostile aircraft.{{Ref/Book|EVG|Page=176}}{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=161}}

==Production notes==
The novel ''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]'' establishes that the M1075 model autocannons installed on the F-41 Broadsword can fire their projectiles with a velocity of one-tenth the speed of light. This number is incredibly dubious, given the energy needed to support such acceleration. When asked on Twitter, ''Shadows of Reach'' author [[Troy Denning]] later clarified that this number should be considered hyperbole until further comment from [[343 Industries]], additionally adding that he would consider the muzzle velocity of these weapons more in line with existing smaller-scale magnetic weapons such as the [[M99 Stanchion]].{{Ref/Twitter|TDenningauthor|1320844632524230657|Troy Denning|Quote=We're just going to say 10% light speed was hyperbole. I would consider the actual muzzle velocity to be something closer to, but still in excess, of the M99 anti-materiel rifle's.|D=08|M=5|Y=2021}}

==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo: The Flood]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[The Commissioning]]'' 
*''[[Halo 4]]''
**''[[Spartan Ops]]''
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''

==Sources==
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{{UNSC heavy weapons}}

[[Category:Autocannons]]
[[Category:UNSC air weapons]]