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(The forklifts seen in Halo 4 clearly aren't the same model as in Reach. Rather than make an umbrella page it's best to just list them all on this one.)
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{{Vehicle Infobox
{{Vehicle Infobox
|image = [[File:HReach-Forklift.png|300px]]
|image = [[File:HReach-Forklift.png|300px]]
|name = S-2 Forklift
|name = Forklift
|manufacturer = [[Traxus Heavy Industries]]<ref name="vis">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 73''</ref>
|manufacturer = [[Traxus Heavy Industries]]<ref name="vis">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 73''</ref>
|line = Forklift
|line = Forklift
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|height=
|height=
|complement =
|complement =
*4 Fusion cores ''or''
*4 fusion cores ''or''
*1 Crate ''or''
*1 crate ''or''
*2 Single crates ''or''
*2 single crates ''or''
*6 Pallets
*6 pallets
|crew = 1 driver
|crew = 1 driver
|role = Cargo transport<ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 241''</ref>
|role = Cargo transport<ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 241''</ref>
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|affiliation = Traxus Heavy Industries
|affiliation = Traxus Heavy Industries
}}
}}
The '''S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter''',<ref name="ENC"/> commonly referred to as the '''Forklift''', is a [[civilian]] [[vehicle]] manufactured by [[Traxus Heavy Industries]].
A '''forklift''' is a small vehicle designed for the transportation of materials over short distances. Many of these vehicles are in [[civilian]] use and are manufactured by [[Traxus Heavy Industries]].


==Design details==
==Design details==
[[File:Halo3-Forklift.png|left|thumb|The S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter as seen in ''[[Halo 3]]''.]]
[[File:Halo3-Forklift.png|left|thumb|The S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter as seen in ''[[Halo 3]]''.]]


The S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter is designed in [[2538]] by Traxus Heavy Industries to replace the [[S-1 Traxus Cargo Transporter|S-1 Forklift]]. As a cargo transport, the S-2 is simple and utilitarian in design. It includes a kill switch and a safety sensor to put an end to the personal injury lawsuits the S-1 model caused on [[Earth]], [[Tribute]] and [[Skopje]].<ref name="vis"/> Powered by propane, it is usually for lifting and transporting [[List of UNSC crates|crate]]s and boxes<ref name= "LDC">''[[Halo: Reach]]'' Legendary Developer Commentary''</ref> within the weight of 5 ton.<ref name="vis"/> Interestingly, it bears the [[Project GUNGNIR|GUNGNIR]] symbol.<ref name="reach">'''Halo: Reach'''</ref>
The '''S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter''' is a forklift designed in [[2538]] by Traxus Heavy Industries to replace the '''S-1 Traxus Cargo Transporter'''.<ref name="ENC"/> As a cargo transport, the S-2 is simple and utilitarian in design. It includes a kill switch and a safety sensor to put an end to the personal injury lawsuits the S-1 model caused on [[Earth]], [[Tribute]] and [[Skopje]].<ref name="vis"/> Powered by propane, it is usually for lifting and transporting [[List of UNSC crates|crate]]s and boxes<ref name= "LDC">''[[Halo: Reach]]'' Legendary Developer Commentary''</ref> within the weight of 5 ton.<ref name="vis"/> Interestingly, it bears the [[Project GUNGNIR|GUNGNIR]] symbol.<ref name="reach">'''Halo: Reach'''</ref>


The [[S-3 Traxus Cargo Transporter]], a planned successor of the S-2, was under development in the [[Traxus Factory Complex 09|Traxus site]] in [[Voi]], [[Kenya]] before halted by the [[Battle of Earth|Covenant invasion on Earth]].<ref name="vis"/>
The '''S-3 Traxus Cargo Transporter''', a planned successor of the S-2, was under development in the [[Traxus Factory Complex 09|Traxus site]] in [[Voi]], [[Kenya]] before halted by the [[Battle of Earth|Covenant invasion on Earth]].<ref name="vis"/>


==Operational history==
==Operational history==
The S-2 was used by civilians on the planet [[Reach]], and can be seen in many locations, including the [[Visegrád Relay]], [[Office of Naval Intelligence|ONI]] facility [[Sword Base]], civilian settlements, and the [[Aszod ship breaking yards|ship breaking yards]] in [[Aszod]].<ref name="reach"/> S-2s are also in the [[New Mombasa]] [[New Mombasa Data Center|Data Center]].<ref>'''Halo 3: ODST''', campaign level ''[[Data Hive]]''</ref> During the Battle of Earth, the S-2 was used by [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marines]] to organize various objects in the [[military base]] [[Crow's Nest]].<ref>'''Halo 3''', campaign level ''[[Crow's Nest (level)|Crow's Nest]]''</ref> Numerous S-2s were abandoned in [[Traxus Factory Complex 09]] during the [[Battle of Voi]].<ref>'''Halo 3''', campaign level ''[[The Storm]]''</ref>
The S-2 forklift was used by civilians on the planet [[Reach]], and can be seen in many locations, including the [[Visegrád Relay]], [[Office of Naval Intelligence|ONI]] facility [[Sword Base]], [[Kiva|civilian settlements]], and the [[Aszod ship breaking yards|ship breaking yards]] in [[Aszod]].<ref name="reach"/> S-2s are also in the [[New Mombasa]] [[New Mombasa Data Center|Data Center]].<ref>'''Halo 3: ODST''', campaign level ''[[Data Hive]]''</ref> During the Battle of Earth, the S-2 was used by [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marines]] to organize various objects in the [[military base]] [[Crow's Nest]].<ref>'''Halo 3''', campaign level ''[[Crow's Nest (level)|Crow's Nest]]''</ref> Numerous S-2s were abandoned in [[Traxus Factory Complex 09]] during the [[Battle of Voi]].<ref>'''Halo 3''', campaign level ''[[The Storm]]''</ref>
 
Another type of forklift was seen in the [[Pilvros Municipal Support Facility]] in the city of [[Pilvros]] on [[New Carthage]].<ref>'''Halo 4''', multiplayer map ''[[Perdition]]''</ref>


==Production notes==
==Production notes==
In ''[[Halo 3]]'' and ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', it is a scenery item. It can be found on many levels, both in [[campaign]] and [[multiplayer]], and is a [[Forge]] object. It was never seen doing its duty, as its civilian operators had either evacuated or were killed by the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]].
In ''[[Halo 3]]'' and ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', it is a scenery item. It can be found on many levels, both in [[campaign]] and [[multiplayer]], and is a [[Forge]] object. It was never seen doing its duty, as its civilian operators had either evacuated or were killed by the [[Covenant]].


Along with other civilian vehicles, the Forklift was made drivable by the player in ''Halo: Reach'' and appears in several campaign levels as well as the [[Firefight]] map ''[[Courtyard]]''. However, it is much slower than in all the other game's vehicles, and lacks the speed to even splatter a Grunt.<ref name="IGN">[http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/110/1108506p1.html '''IGN''': ''Halo: Reach and the Forklift'']</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Waypoint]]'''</ref> The only exception to this when if the enemy in question is [[Armor Ability#Sprint|sprinting]] or charging, otherwise they will merely be pushed aside.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yx_U98h_5ok '''YouTube''': ''Forklifts Never Die!'']</ref> This slow speed, coupled with its exposed canopy and lack of any kind of weapons makes the vehicle largely useless in gameplay. However, it is extremely explosive and, when positioned properly, can act as a player-placed fusion coil within the campaign - an aspect which can be taken advantage of. Weapons like the [[Type-50 Directed Energy Rifle/Heavy|Concussion Rifle]] are also able to push it around, making it into its own projectile. The Forklift in ''Halo: Reach'' originally had the ability to raise and lower, but it was cut due to being "crazy and pointless"<ref name="IGN"/>, more specifically, it had a physics glitch that would launch models in a high speed and height.<ref name= "LDC"/>
Along with other civilian vehicles, the Forklift was made drivable by the player in ''Halo: Reach'' and appears in several campaign levels as well as the [[Firefight]] map ''[[Courtyard]]''. However, it is much slower than in all the other game's vehicles, and lacks the speed to even splatter a Grunt.<ref name="IGN">[http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/110/1108506p1.html '''IGN''': ''Halo: Reach and the Forklift'']</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Waypoint]]'''</ref> The only exception to this when if the enemy in question is [[Armor Ability#Sprint|sprinting]] or charging, otherwise they will merely be pushed aside.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yx_U98h_5ok '''YouTube''': ''Forklifts Never Die!'']</ref> This slow speed, coupled with its exposed canopy and lack of any kind of weapons makes the vehicle largely useless in gameplay. However, it is extremely explosive and, when positioned properly, can act as a player-placed fusion coil within the campaign - an aspect which can be taken advantage of. Weapons like the [[Type-50 Directed Energy Rifle/Heavy|Concussion Rifle]] are also able to push it around, making it into its own projectile. The Forklift in ''Halo: Reach'' originally had the ability to raise and lower, but it was cut due to being "crazy and pointless",<ref name="IGN"/> more specifically, it had a physics glitch that would launch models in a high speed and height.<ref name= "LDC"/>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
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File:Reach-Forklift in use.jpg|The S-2 in use, as seen in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:Reach-Forklift in use.jpg|The S-2 in use, as seen in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:Uplifting inline.jpg|The S-2 in the ''Halo: Reach'' promotional poster that was originally for [[Noble Team]].
File:Uplifting inline.jpg|The S-2 in the ''Halo: Reach'' promotional poster that was originally for [[Noble Team]].
File:H4-Render-Forklift-01.jpg|High-poly concept render of the S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-Render-Forklift-01.jpg|High-poly concept render of the forklift in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-Render-Forklift-02.jpg|Low-poly concept render of the S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter in ''Halo 4''.  
File:H4-Render-Forklift-02.jpg|Low-poly concept render of the forklift in ''Halo 4''.  
File:H4-Perdition-S2TraxusCT-Forklift.jpg|In-game view of the S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter carrying cargo on ''Perdition'' in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-Perdition-S2TraxusCT-Forklift.jpg|In-game view of the forklift carrying cargo on ''[[Perdition]]'' in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-Perdition-S2TraxusCT-Forklift-02.jpg|Another in-game view of the S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter on ''Perdition'' in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-Perdition-S2TraxusCT-Forklift-02.jpg|Another in-game view of the forklift on ''Perdition'' in ''Halo 4''.
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Revision as of 04:12, May 27, 2014

Template:Vehicle Infobox A forklift is a small vehicle designed for the transportation of materials over short distances. Many of these vehicles are in civilian use and are manufactured by Traxus Heavy Industries.

Design details

The S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter as seen in Halo 3.

The S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter is a forklift designed in 2538 by Traxus Heavy Industries to replace the S-1 Traxus Cargo Transporter.[1] As a cargo transport, the S-2 is simple and utilitarian in design. It includes a kill switch and a safety sensor to put an end to the personal injury lawsuits the S-1 model caused on Earth, Tribute and Skopje.[2] Powered by propane, it is usually for lifting and transporting crates and boxes[3] within the weight of 5 ton.[2] Interestingly, it bears the GUNGNIR symbol.[4]

The S-3 Traxus Cargo Transporter, a planned successor of the S-2, was under development in the Traxus site in Voi, Kenya before halted by the Covenant invasion on Earth.[2]

Operational history

The S-2 forklift was used by civilians on the planet Reach, and can be seen in many locations, including the Visegrád Relay, ONI facility Sword Base, civilian settlements, and the ship breaking yards in Aszod.[4] S-2s are also in the New Mombasa Data Center.[5] During the Battle of Earth, the S-2 was used by UNSC Marines to organize various objects in the military base Crow's Nest.[6] Numerous S-2s were abandoned in Traxus Factory Complex 09 during the Battle of Voi.[7]

Another type of forklift was seen in the Pilvros Municipal Support Facility in the city of Pilvros on New Carthage.[8]

Production notes

In Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST, it is a scenery item. It can be found on many levels, both in campaign and multiplayer, and is a Forge object. It was never seen doing its duty, as its civilian operators had either evacuated or were killed by the Covenant.

Along with other civilian vehicles, the Forklift was made drivable by the player in Halo: Reach and appears in several campaign levels as well as the Firefight map Courtyard. However, it is much slower than in all the other game's vehicles, and lacks the speed to even splatter a Grunt.[9][10] The only exception to this when if the enemy in question is sprinting or charging, otherwise they will merely be pushed aside.[11] This slow speed, coupled with its exposed canopy and lack of any kind of weapons makes the vehicle largely useless in gameplay. However, it is extremely explosive and, when positioned properly, can act as a player-placed fusion coil within the campaign - an aspect which can be taken advantage of. Weapons like the Concussion Rifle are also able to push it around, making it into its own projectile. The Forklift in Halo: Reach originally had the ability to raise and lower, but it was cut due to being "crazy and pointless",[9] more specifically, it had a physics glitch that would launch models in a high speed and height.[3]

Trivia

  • Unlike in Halo 3, in Halo: Reach, when the Forklift is destroyed, the explosion it creates is actually powerful enough to kill the player, much like the other vehicles in Halo: Reach. Strangely, if the player destroys the forklift and an enemy is killed by the ensuing explosion, the player receives a Splatter medal.
  • In Halo: Reach, it can be used to perform the Nightfall forklift glitch.

Gallery

  • An unoccupied S-2 Cargo Transporter in Halo 3.

    An unoccupied S-2 Cargo Transporter in Halo 3.

  • An unoccupied S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter in Halo: Reach.

    An unoccupied S-2 Traxus Cargo Transporter in Halo: Reach.

  • The S-2 in use, as seen in Halo: Reach.

    The S-2 in use, as seen in Halo: Reach.

  • The S-2 in the Halo: Reach promotional poster that was originally for Noble Team.

    The S-2 in the Halo: Reach promotional poster that was originally for Noble Team.

  • High-poly concept render of the forklift in Halo 4.

    High-poly concept render of the forklift in Halo 4.

  • Low-poly concept render of the forklift in Halo 4.

    Low-poly concept render of the forklift in Halo 4.

  • In-game view of the forklift carrying cargo on Perdition in Halo 4.

    In-game view of the forklift carrying cargo on Perdition in Halo 4.

  • Another in-game view of the forklift on Perdition in Halo 4.

    Another in-game view of the forklift on Perdition in Halo 4.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named ENC
  2. ^ a b c Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named vis
  3. ^ a b Halo: Reach Legendary Developer Commentary
  4. ^ a b Halo: Reach
  5. ^ Halo 3: ODST, campaign level Data Hive
  6. ^ Halo 3, campaign level Crow's Nest
  7. ^ Halo 3, campaign level The Storm
  8. ^ Halo 4, multiplayer map Perdition
  9. ^ a b IGN: Halo: Reach and the Forklift
  10. ^ Halo Waypoint
  11. ^ YouTube: Forklifts Never Die!
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