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|name=M3063 | |name=M3063 deployable turret | ||
|image=[[File:H4-UNSCAutoTurret-Side.png|300px]] | |image=[[File:H4-UNSCAutoTurret-Side.png|300px]] | ||
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]] | |manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]] | ||
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|affiliation=[[UNSC Armed Forces]] | |affiliation=[[UNSC Armed Forces]] | ||
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|height={{Convert|8.2|ft|m}}{{Ref/Reuse|H4VG}} | |height={{Convert|8.2|ft|m|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|H4VG}} | ||
|ammotype=12.7×99mm M340 HVE | |ammotype=[[12.7×99mm|12.7×99mm M340 HVE]] | ||
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The '''M3063 Automated Heavy Machine Gun/Self-Tracking''' ('''M3063 AHMG/ST'''), colloquially referred to as the ''' | The '''M3063 Automated Heavy Machine Gun/Self-Tracking''' ('''M3063 AHMG/ST'''), colloquially referred to as the '''deployable turret''' or '''autoturret''',{{Ref/Reuse|H4VG}} is a [[UNSC Defense Force]] automated anti-personnel sentry weapon. Mounted on a heavy tetrapod, the weapon emits a visible [[laser]] [[Laser aiming module|to aid in targeting]]. It features a machine gun that fires at a moderate rate, and an energy weapon that fires [[Electromagnetic pulse|EMP]] shots similar to the [[Type-25 plasma pistol]]. | ||
==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
This autoturret was frequently used in [[War Games]] training sessions by [[SPARTAN-IV program|SPARTAN-IVs]] aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}. It was an effective way to defend captured bases and secure objectives, especially in [[Dominion]] matches. | This autoturret was frequently used in [[War Games]] training sessions by [[SPARTAN-IV program|SPARTAN-IVs]] aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}. It was an effective way to defend captured bases and secure objectives, especially in [[Dominion]] matches.{{Ref/Site|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/intel/inteldetail/3660b4d2-58c5-43e0-ab59-a9ee99b8c3e3/dominion?category=wargames|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Dominion|D=14|M=10|Y=2013}} | ||
When the ''Infinity'' [[Requiem Campaign|returned]] to the [[Forerunner]] [[shield world]] [[Requiem]] in [[2558]], various UNSC bases and outposts were established on the inner surface of the planet. Several such autoturrets were used to defend these locations, including [[Galileo Base]], [[Two Giants]] and [[Magma Base]]. | When the ''Infinity'' [[Requiem Campaign|returned]] to the [[Forerunner]] [[shield world]] [[Requiem]] in [[2558]], various UNSC bases and outposts were established on the inner surface of the planet. Several such autoturrets were used to defend these locations, including [[Galileo Base]],{{Ref/SpOps|Episode=Catherine|Level=Galileo}} [[Two Giants]],{{Ref/SpOps|Episode=Catherine|Level=Shootout In Valhalla}} and [[Magma Base]].{{Ref/SpOps|Episode=Key|Level=The Search for Halsey}} | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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===Concept art=== | ===Concept art=== | ||
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Revision as of 17:25, September 19, 2023
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Deployable automated machine gun |
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4.6 metres (15 ft)[1] |
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2.6 metres (8.6 ft)[1] |
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2.5 metres (8.2 ft)[1] |
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The M3063 Automated Heavy Machine Gun/Self-Tracking (M3063 AHMG/ST), colloquially referred to as the deployable turret or autoturret,[1] is a UNSC Defense Force automated anti-personnel sentry weapon. Mounted on a heavy tetrapod, the weapon emits a visible laser to aid in targeting. It features a machine gun that fires at a moderate rate, and an energy weapon that fires EMP shots similar to the Type-25 plasma pistol.
Operational history
This autoturret was frequently used in War Games training sessions by SPARTAN-IVs aboard the UNSC Infinity. It was an effective way to defend captured bases and secure objectives, especially in Dominion matches.[2]
When the Infinity returned to the Forerunner shield world Requiem in 2558, various UNSC bases and outposts were established on the inner surface of the planet. Several such autoturrets were used to defend these locations, including Galileo Base,[3] Two Giants,[4] and Magma Base.[5]
Trivia
- It is possible to place these on a map outside of Dominion, but it is necessary to remove the Dominion gametype label from the object first.
- If one places and activates one of these turrets in Forge, and then deletes the base, the actual turret itself will remain.
Gallery
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Concept art
Very early sketches of various UNSC props for Halo 4, including some very early drafts of what would become the M3063.
More concept art of the autoturret.
More concept art of the autoturret.
More concept art of the autoturret.
More concept art of the autoturret.
Concept art depicting other variants that were more energy-based, anti-aircraft only, and EMP based that would knock out shields.
Screenshots
Left side view of the autoturret.
Right side view of the autoturret.
Profile of the M3063 autoturret with targeting laser.
Frontal view of the autoturret.
A turret engaging a SPARTAN-IV.
Placing the turret in Forge mode.
The autoturret completed.
The autoturret being used in a game of Dominion in War Games.
The deactivated autoturret in Spartan Ops.
The active autoturret in Spartan Ops.
List of appearances
- Halo 4 (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ a b c d Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 82
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Dominion (Retrieved on Oct 14, 2013) [archive]
- ^ Halo 4 - Spartan Ops, episode Catherine, level Galileo
- ^ Halo 4 - Spartan Ops, episode Catherine, level Shootout In Valhalla
- ^ Halo 4 - Spartan Ops, episode Key, level The Search for Halsey
