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|image=[[File:H5G-Render-BattleRifle.png|300px]]<br>The BR85N battle rifle, a variant of the BR85 SR.
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|ammotype=9.5x40mm [[M634 Experimental High-Powered Semi-Armor-Piercing|M634 X-HP-SAP]]
|ammotype=9.5×40mm [[M634 Experimental High-Powered Semi-Armor-Piercing|M634 X-HP-SAP]]
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|feed=36-round box magazine
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|operation=Gas-operated
|rate=High (cyclic)
|rate=High (cyclic)
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|range=950 meters (3,117 feet)<ref name="range" group="note">The [[:File:BRhud.jpeg|tick marks]] on the BR85's smart-linked scope range between 100 and 950 meters. This presumably reflects the weapon's maximum effective range.</ref>
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The '''BR85 Service Rifle''' ('''BR85 SR''') is a select-fire battle rifle used by the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Reuse|LAL}}


The '''BR85 Service Rifle''' is a select-fire battle rifle used by the [[United Nations Space Command]].<ref name="LAL"/>
==History==
The BR85 entered service late in the [[Human-Covenant War]], but manufacturing concerns and logistical issues involved with its ammunition meant the BR85 was not widely adopted until after the [[Human-Covenant War]] ended.{{Ref/Reuse|LAL}} It was in service by the [[ODST]]s assigned to the [[Carter Guard Armory]] in [[2550]], with [[Sergeant]] [[B. Wright]] employing one.{{Ref/Game|HW2|Phoenix Logs|Detail=Rise of Atriox I}}
 
Prior to March [[2557]], several BR85Ns were delivered to ''[[Argent Moon]]''.{{Ref/Level|H5|Blue Team (level)|Blue Team}} By October [[2558|next year]], the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}{{Ref/Reuse|H5BR}} and [[Liang-Dortmund Corporation]] security forces stationed on [[Meridian]] carried a large supply of BR85Ns.{{Ref/Level|H5|Glassed}} Numerous BR85Ns were transported unintentionally to [[Genesis]] when [[Cortana]] began to recall the [[Guardian Custode|Guardians]] there.{{Ref/Level|H5|[[Reunion]]}}


==History==
The BR85 entered service as early as [[2525]],<ref name="Shirt">[https://ton.twitter.com/i/ton/data/dm/916204255660429317/916204239088701440/ZB6D2AHs.jpg BR85 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle T-shirt]</ref> manufacturing concerns and logistical issues involved with its ammunition meant the BR85 was not widely adopted until after the [[Human-Covenant War]] ended.<ref name="LAL"/> Prior to March [[2557]] several BR85Ns were delivered to [[Argent Moon]].<ref name="Blue">''Halo 5: Guardians'', ''campaign level, ''[[Blue Team (level)|Blue Team]]''</ref> By October [[2558]] the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} carried a large supply of BR85Ns.<ref name="H5G"/> At the same time [[Liang-Dortmund Corporation]] security forces stationed on [[Meridian]] carried a large supply of BR85Ns.<ref name="Glassed">''Halo 5: Guardians'', campaign level, ''[[Glassed (level)|Glassed]]''</ref> Numerous BR85Ns were transported unintentionally to [[Genesis]] when [[Cortana]] began to recall the [[Guardian]]s there.<ref name="Reunion">''Halo 5: Guardians'', campaign level, ''[[Reunion]]''</ref>
==Design==
==Design==
The BR85 Service Rifle is a gas-operated, magazine-fed battle rifle. A select-fire weapon, the BR85 is capable of firing three-round bursts and fully automatic fire.<ref name="Retri">''[[Halo: Retribution]]'', ''p. 178''</ref> The BR85 is effective against most [[Covenant remnants|Covenant]] battle armor and the [[energy shielding]] of [[Sangheili harness]]es and the plating of [[Promethean Soldier]]s; it also proves effective against the shields and plating of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|GEN2 MJOLNIR armor]] during [[War Games]] exercises. The BR85 can be fitted with a variety of scopes and receives a 36-round detachable box magazine.
The BR85 Service Rifle is a gas-operated, magazine-fed battle rifle. A select-fire weapon, the BR85 is capable of firing three-round bursts and fully automatic fire.{{Ref/Novel|Id=HRet15|HRet|Chapter=15}} The BR85 is effective against most [[Covenant remnants|Covenant]] battle armor and the [[energy shielding]] of [[Sangheili harness]]es and the plating of [[Armiger Soldier]]s; it also proves effective against the shields and plating of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|GEN2 MJOLNIR armor]] during [[War Games]] exercises. The BR85 can be fitted with a variety of scopes and receives a 36-round detachable box magazine.
 
==Variants==
==Variants==
===BR85N Service Rifle===
===BR85N Service Rifle===
A variant of the BR85 featuring a smart-link open-topped holographic [[Recon sight]] was extensively used by the UNSC in October 2558.<ref name="LAL"/><ref name="H5G">''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''</ref>
A variant of the BR85 featuring a smart-link open-topped holographic [[Recon sight]] was extensively used by the UNSC in October 2558.{{Ref/Reuse|LAL}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H5BR|H5G|[[Battle Rifle]] in-game weapon}}
*'''Morph BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Morph sight]]. Work continues on analyzing "resonance" exhibited by the Morph sight with certain weapons
* '''Morph BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Morph sight]]. Work continues on analyzing "resonance" exhibited by the Morph sight with certain weapons
*'''Classic BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Classic sight]]. Tactical configuration fitted with rugged combat optics preferred by veteran Spartans.
* '''Classic BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Classic sight]]. Tactical configuration fitted with rugged combat optics preferred by veteran Spartans.
*'''Longshot BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Longshot sight]]. Marksman configuration preferred by many Requiem veterans.
* '''Longshot BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Longshot sight]]. Marksman configuration preferred by many Requiem veterans.
*'''Sentinel BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Sentinel sight]]. Delta-Six special forces configuration with variable-zoom 4x/6x optics; optimized for long-range, pinpoint lethality.
* '''Sentinel BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Sentinel sight]]. Delta-Six special forces configuration with variable-zoom 4×/6× optics; optimized for long-range, pinpoint lethality.
*'''Hybrid BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Hybrid sight]].  Sangheili Carbine holoscope technology merged with human industrial methods. This is a Joint Task Force Sierra configuration undergoing evaluation by the [[UNSC Ordnance Commission]].
* '''Hybrid BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[Hybrid sight]].  Sangheili Carbine holoscope technology merged with human industrial methods. This is a [[Joint Task Force Sierra]] configuration undergoing evaluation by the [[UNSC Ordnance Commission]].
*'''COG BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[COG sight]]. Army SPECWARCOM configuration currently undergoing final evaluation.
* '''COG BR85N''': Battle Rifle with [[COG sight]]. Army SPECWARCOM configuration currently undergoing final evaluation.


====BR85N attachments====
====BR85N attachments====
*'''[[Long Barrel]]''': Increases range of bullet magnetism and aim assist.
* '''[[Long barrel]]''': Increases range of bullet magnetism and aim assist.
*'''[[Laser Targeter]]''': Increases weapon accuracy by reducing bullet spread.
* '''[[Laser targeter]]''': Increases weapon accuracy by reducing bullet spread.
*'''[[Silencer]]''': Firing the weapon does not make the user show up on enemy radar. However, walking still gives away the user's position.
* '''[[Silencer]]''': Firing the weapon does not make the user show up on enemy radar. However, walking still gives away the user's position.
*'''[[Stabilization Jets]]''': Helps control vertical recoil.
* '''[[Stabilization jets]]''': Helps control vertical recoil.
*'''[[Kinetic Bolts]]''': Augments knockback and damage against vehicles.
* '''[[Kinetic bolts]]''': Augments knockback and damage against vehicles.
*'''[[Energy Bayonet]]''': Increases melee damage and range, allowing for a one-hit kill against normal opponents.
* '''[[Energy bayonet]]''': Increases melee damage and range, allowing for a one-hit kill against normal opponents.
*'''[[Knight blade]]''': Increases melee effectiness, with extra damage and knockback against vehicles.
* '''[[Knight blade]]''': Increases melee effectiveness, with extra damage and knockback against vehicles.
*'''Extended Magazine''': Increases both ready and reserve ammunition capacity by 50%.
* '''Extended magazine''': Increases both ready and reserve ammunition capacity by 50%.
*'''[[Threat Marker]]''': Tracks targeted enemy personnel for a short time.
* '''[[Threat marker]]''': Tracks targeted enemy personnel for a short time.
*'''[[Sound Dampener]]''': Increases effective range and reduces firing signature.
* '''[[Sound dampener]]''': Increases effective range and reduces firing signature.


===BR85 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle===
===BR85 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle===
{{Main|BR85HB battle rifle}}
{{Main|BR85HB battle rifle}}
A heavy-barreled version of the BR85 featuring a telescopic scope.<ref name="H4">''[[Halo 4]]''</ref>
A heavy-barreled version of the BR85 featuring a telescopic scope.{{Ref/Game|Id=H4BR|H4|[[Battle Rifle]] in-game weapon}}


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes}}
===Changes from BR85HB in ''Halo 4''===
===Changes from BR85HB in ''Halo 4'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta''===
*More open sight picture due to new open-topped reflex sight replacing the smart-linked telescopic sight.
* More open sight picture due to new open-topped reflex sight replacing the smart-linked telescopic sight.
*Accuracy increased.
*Accuracy increased slightly when in smart-scope.
===Changes from ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians''===
*Reticle no longer shrinks in diameter when in smart-scope, and the inner secondary reticle is now shrunken in diameter permanently.
*Weapon features added magnetism.
*Shorter time between bursts and faster cyclic fire rate.
*Shorter time between bursts and faster cyclic fire rate.
*Spread is almost entirely absent, providing higher overall accuracy.
===Changes from ''Halo 5: Guardians'' to [[Halo Championship Series|HCS]] testing===
*Fire rate is slowed.
*Random spread added.
===Changes from HCS testing to [[Overtime]]===
* Random spread is replaced with added vertical recoil.
* Slightly slower burst fire rate.
* The weapon has been pulled closer to the player's face in smart-scope, decreasing the open picture originally present.
* Has less aim assist.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
Ironically, as with the [[M392 DMR|M392]] and [[M395 DMR|M395]] DMRs erroneously ejecting the signature shell casings of the Battle Rifle, the BR85N in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' now erroneously ejects what appear to be the [[M118 Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing|M118 7.62x51mm]] shell casings of the DMR.
*Ironically, as with the [[M392 DMR|M392]] and [[M395 DMR|M395]] DMRs erroneously ejecting the signature shell casings of the Battle Rifle, the BR85N in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' now erroneously ejects what appear to be the [[7.62x51mm|M118 7.62×51mm]] shell casings of the DMR.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
===Concept art and illustrations===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:H5G Battle Rifle customization.png|Concept art of the BR85N customization in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:H5G Battle Rifle customization.png|Concept art of the BR85N customization in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:Halo5 BR.png|A render of the BR85N SR from the pre-[[Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta|Beta]] development stage of ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:Halo5 BR.png|A render of the BR85N SR from the pre-[[Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta|Beta]] development stage of ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:HM-Battle of Meridian.jpg|[[Jameson Locke]] using a BR85N during the Battle of Meridian in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''.
</gallery>
===Screenshots===
<gallery>
File:H5BR.png|The BR85N in the ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta'' on [[Regret]].
File:H5BR.png|The BR85N in the ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta'' on [[Regret]].
File:H5BRZoom.png|[[Smart Scope]] with the BR85N in the ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta'' on [[Crossfire]].
File:H5BRZoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the BR85N in the ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta'' on [[Crossfire]].
File:H5G-BR85HUD.png|First-person view of the BR85N in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' on [[Riptide]].
File:BR_halo.png|The Sentinel BR85N with Bloodthirst skin.
File:H5G-Fred&BR85N.png|[[Frederic-104]] with a BR85N while aboard ''[[Argent Moon]]'' in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:H5G-BR85HUD-Campaign.png|First-person view of the BR85N by Fred-104 in the ''Halo 5: Guardians'' campaign.
File:H5G-BR85zoom-Campaign.png|Smart scope with the BR85N by Fred-104 in the ''Halo 5: Guardians'' campaign, post-[[Overtime]] update.
File:H5G-BR85HUD.png|First-person view of the BR85N on [[Riptide]] in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-BR85zoom.png|Smart scope with the BR85N in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-BR85zoom.png|Smart scope with the BR85N in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:BR_halo.png|The Sentinel BR85N with Bloodthirst skin
File:H5G-BR85NSS.png|Alternate view of the smart scope on the BR85N
File:H5G-BR85NSS.png|Alternate view of the smart scope on the BR85N
File:H5G BR85 Extended Mag.png|Extended mag used with the BR85 in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-BR85NvsBR55.png|A BR85N in comparison to a BR55 in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-BR85NvsBR55.png|A BR85N in comparison to a BR55 in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:HM-Locke&Tanaka.png|Jameson Locke using a BR85N during the Battle of Meridian in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''.
File:HO_BR55_(85HB).png|The BR85 in ''Halo Online''.
File:HO_BR55_(85HB).png|The BR85 in ''Halo Online''.
File:TomB292.png|[[Tom-B292]] with a BR85 in ''[[Halo: Legacy of Onyx]]''.
File:BR85 UNSC HaloInfinite.png|Marines using the BR85 in the [[Halo Infinite announcement trailer|''Halo Infinite'' announcement trailer]].
</gallery>
</gallery>


===''Halo 5: Guardians'' skins===
<gallery>
File:REQ_Weapon_Skin_Fade.png|Fade REQ card.
File:REQ Card - Spiral.png|Spiral REQ card.
File:REQ Card - Bloodthirst.png|Bloodthirst REQ card.
File:Prestigebr.png|Prestige REQ card.
File:H5G-BR-GoldStandard.png|Gold Standard REQ card.
File:H5G-LastDawn-BR.png|Last Dawn REQ card.
File:H5G-Green Machine BR.png|Green Machine skin.
File:BR85 Landgrave Skin.png|Landgrave skin.
File:H5G-BR85NMasterControl.png|Master Control skin.
</gallery>
===''Halo 5: Guardians'' variants===
===''Halo 5: Guardians'' variants===
<gallery>
<gallery>
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File:H5G-LongshotBR85zoom.png|Smart scope with the Longshot BR85N.
File:H5G-LongshotBR85zoom.png|Smart scope with the Longshot BR85N.
File:H5G-SentinelBR85.png|First-person view of the Sentinel BR85N.
File:H5G-SentinelBR85.png|First-person view of the Sentinel BR85N.
File:H5G-SentinelBR85zoom4x.png|4x zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.
File:H5G-SentinelBR85zoom4x.png|4× zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.
File:H5G-SentinelBR85zoom6x.png|6x zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.
File:H5G-SentinelBR85zoom6x.png|6× zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.
File:H5G-ClassicBR85.png|First-person view of the Classic BR85N.
File:H5G-ClassicBR85.png|First-person view of the Classic BR85N.
File:H5G-ClassicBR85zoom.png|Smart scope with the Classic BR85N.
File:H5G-ClassicBR85zoom.png|Smart scope with the Classic BR85N.
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File:H5G BR Morph sight1.png|First-person view of the Morph BR85N.
File:H5G BR Morph sight1.png|First-person view of the Morph BR85N.
File:H5G BR Morph sight2.png|Smart scope with the Morph BR85N.
File:H5G BR Morph sight2.png|Smart scope with the Morph BR85N.
</gallery>
===''Halo 5: Guardians'' Skins===
<gallery>
File:REQ_Weapon_Skin_Fade.png|Fade
File:REQ Card - Spiral.png|Spiral
File:REQ Card - Bloodthirst.png|Bloodthirst
File:H5G-Green Machine BR.png|Green Machine
File:Prestigebr.png|Prestige
File:H5G-BR-GoldStandard.png|Gold Standard
File:H5G-LastDawn-BR.png|Last Dawn
File:BR85 Landgrave Skin.png|Landgrave
File:H5G-BR85NMasterControl.png|Master Control
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}
* ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo Mythos]]''
* ''[[Halo Mythos]]''
*''[[Halo: Retribution]]''
* ''[[Halo: Retribution]]''
*''[[Halo: Legacy of Onyx]]''
* ''[[Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual]]''


==Notes==
==Notes==
<references group="note"/>
{{Ref/Notes}}


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


{{UNSC rifles}}
{{UNSC rifles}}
[[Category:Rifles]]
[[Category:Rifles]]

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BR85 battle rifle
H5G-Render-BattleRifle.png
The BR85N battle rifle, a variant of the BR85 SR.
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory

Model series:

BR series

Type:

Bullpup battle rifle

Specifications

Ammunition type:

9.5×40mm M634 X-HP-SAP

Feed system:

36-round box magazine

Operation:

Gas-operated

Rate of fire:

High (cyclic)

Effective range:

950 meters (3,117 feet)[Note 1]

Service history

In service:

 

The BR85 Service Rifle (BR85 SR) is a select-fire battle rifle used by the United Nations Space Command.[1]

History[edit]

The BR85 entered service late in the Human-Covenant War, but manufacturing concerns and logistical issues involved with its ammunition meant the BR85 was not widely adopted until after the Human-Covenant War ended.[1] It was in service by the ODSTs assigned to the Carter Guard Armory in 2550, with Sergeant B. Wright employing one.[2]

Prior to March 2557, several BR85Ns were delivered to Argent Moon.[3] By October next year, the UNSC Infinity[4] and Liang-Dortmund Corporation security forces stationed on Meridian carried a large supply of BR85Ns.[5] Numerous BR85Ns were transported unintentionally to Genesis when Cortana began to recall the Guardians there.[6]

Design[edit]

The BR85 Service Rifle is a gas-operated, magazine-fed battle rifle. A select-fire weapon, the BR85 is capable of firing three-round bursts and fully automatic fire.[7] The BR85 is effective against most Covenant battle armor and the energy shielding of Sangheili harnesses and the plating of Armiger Soldiers; it also proves effective against the shields and plating of GEN2 MJOLNIR armor during War Games exercises. The BR85 can be fitted with a variety of scopes and receives a 36-round detachable box magazine.

Variants[edit]

BR85N Service Rifle[edit]

A variant of the BR85 featuring a smart-link open-topped holographic Recon sight was extensively used by the UNSC in October 2558.[1][4]

  • Morph BR85N: Battle Rifle with Morph sight. Work continues on analyzing "resonance" exhibited by the Morph sight with certain weapons
  • Classic BR85N: Battle Rifle with Classic sight. Tactical configuration fitted with rugged combat optics preferred by veteran Spartans.
  • Longshot BR85N: Battle Rifle with Longshot sight. Marksman configuration preferred by many Requiem veterans.
  • Sentinel BR85N: Battle Rifle with Sentinel sight. Delta-Six special forces configuration with variable-zoom 4×/6× optics; optimized for long-range, pinpoint lethality.
  • Hybrid BR85N: Battle Rifle with Hybrid sight. Sangheili Carbine holoscope technology merged with human industrial methods. This is a Joint Task Force Sierra configuration undergoing evaluation by the UNSC Ordnance Commission.
  • COG BR85N: Battle Rifle with COG sight. Army SPECWARCOM configuration currently undergoing final evaluation.

BR85N attachments[edit]

  • Long barrel: Increases range of bullet magnetism and aim assist.
  • Laser targeter: Increases weapon accuracy by reducing bullet spread.
  • Silencer: Firing the weapon does not make the user show up on enemy radar. However, walking still gives away the user's position.
  • Stabilization jets: Helps control vertical recoil.
  • Kinetic bolts: Augments knockback and damage against vehicles.
  • Energy bayonet: Increases melee damage and range, allowing for a one-hit kill against normal opponents.
  • Knight blade: Increases melee effectiveness, with extra damage and knockback against vehicles.
  • Extended magazine: Increases both ready and reserve ammunition capacity by 50%.
  • Threat marker: Tracks targeted enemy personnel for a short time.
  • Sound dampener: Increases effective range and reduces firing signature.

BR85 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle[edit]

Main article: BR85HB battle rifle

A heavy-barreled version of the BR85 featuring a telescopic scope.[8]

Gameplay[edit]

Main-Legendary.png See our gameplay information related to BR85 battle rifle on its gameplay page.

Changes from BR85HB in Halo 4 to Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta[edit]

  • More open sight picture due to new open-topped reflex sight replacing the smart-linked telescopic sight.
  • Accuracy increased slightly when in smart-scope.

Changes from Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta to Halo 5: Guardians[edit]

  • Reticle no longer shrinks in diameter when in smart-scope, and the inner secondary reticle is now shrunken in diameter permanently.
  • Weapon features added magnetism.
  • Shorter time between bursts and faster cyclic fire rate.
  • Spread is almost entirely absent, providing higher overall accuracy.

Changes from Halo 5: Guardians to HCS testing[edit]

  • Fire rate is slowed.
  • Random spread added.

Changes from HCS testing to Overtime[edit]

  • Random spread is replaced with added vertical recoil.
  • Slightly slower burst fire rate.
  • The weapon has been pulled closer to the player's face in smart-scope, decreasing the open picture originally present.
  • Has less aim assist.

Trivia[edit]

  • Ironically, as with the M392 and M395 DMRs erroneously ejecting the signature shell casings of the Battle Rifle, the BR85N in Halo 5: Guardians now erroneously ejects what appear to be the M118 7.62×51mm shell casings of the DMR.

Gallery[edit]

Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.

Concept art and illustrations[edit]

Screenshots[edit]

  • The BR85N in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta on Regret.

    The BR85N in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta on Regret.

  • Smart scope with the BR85N in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta on Crossfire.

    Smart scope with the BR85N in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta on Crossfire.

  • The Sentinel BR85N with Bloodthirst skin.

    The Sentinel BR85N with Bloodthirst skin.

  • Frederic-104 with a BR85N while aboard Argent Moon in Halo 5: Guardians.

    Frederic-104 with a BR85N while aboard Argent Moon in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • First-person view of the BR85N by Fred-104 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

    First-person view of the BR85N by Fred-104 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

  • Smart scope with the BR85N by Fred-104 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign, post-Overtime update.

    Smart scope with the BR85N by Fred-104 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign, post-Overtime update.

  • First-person view of the BR85N on Riptide in Halo 5: Guardians.

    First-person view of the BR85N on Riptide in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • Smart scope with the BR85N in Halo 5: Guardians.

    Smart scope with the BR85N in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • Alternate view of the smart scope on the BR85N

    Alternate view of the smart scope on the BR85N

  • Extended mag used with the BR85 in Halo 5: Guardians.

    Extended mag used with the BR85 in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • A BR85N in comparison to a BR55 in Halo 5: Guardians.

    A BR85N in comparison to a BR55 in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • The BR85 in Halo Online.

    The BR85 in Halo Online.

  • Marines using the BR85 in the Halo Infinite announcement trailer.

    Marines using the BR85 in the Halo Infinite announcement trailer.

Halo 5: Guardians skins[edit]

  • Fade REQ card.

    Fade REQ card.

  • Spiral REQ card.

    Spiral REQ card.

  • Bloodthirst REQ card.

    Bloodthirst REQ card.

  • Prestige REQ card.

    Prestige REQ card.

  • Gold Standard REQ card.

    Gold Standard REQ card.

  • Last Dawn REQ card.

    Last Dawn REQ card.

  • Green Machine skin.

    Green Machine skin.

  • Landgrave skin.

    Landgrave skin.

  • Master Control skin.

    Master Control skin.

Halo 5: Guardians variants[edit]

  • First-person view of the Longshot BR85N.

    First-person view of the Longshot BR85N.

  • Smart scope with the Longshot BR85N.

    Smart scope with the Longshot BR85N.

  • First-person view of the Sentinel BR85N.

    First-person view of the Sentinel BR85N.

  • 4× zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.

    4× zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.

  • 6× zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.

    6× zoom with the Sentinel BR85N.

  • First-person view of the Classic BR85N.

    First-person view of the Classic BR85N.

  • Smart scope with the Classic BR85N.

    Smart scope with the Classic BR85N.

  • First-person view of the Hybrid BR85N.

    First-person view of the Hybrid BR85N.

  • Smart scope with the Hybrid BR85N.

    Smart scope with the Hybrid BR85N.

  • First-person view of the COG BR85N.

    First-person view of the COG BR85N.

  • Smart scope with the COG BR85N.

    Smart scope with the COG BR85N.

  • First-person view of the Morph BR85N.

    First-person view of the Morph BR85N.

  • Smart scope with the Morph BR85N.

    Smart scope with the Morph BR85N.

List of appearances[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ The tick marks on the BR85's smart-linked scope range between 100 and 950 meters. This presumably reflects the weapon's maximum effective range.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Locke and Load (Retrieved on Oct 24, 2015) [archive]
  2. ^ Halo Wars 2, Phoenix Logs: Rise of Atriox I
  3. ^ Halo 5: Guardians, campaign level Blue Team
  4. ^ a b Halo 5: Guardians, Battle Rifle in-game weapon
  5. ^ Halo 5: Guardians, campaign level Glassed
  6. ^ Halo 5: Guardians, campaign level Reunion
  7. ^ Halo: Retribution, chapter 15
  8. ^ Halo 4, Battle Rifle in-game weapon

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List of rifles and carbines used by humanity
MA series MA1 • MA2B • MA3A • MA40 (Longshot)
MA5 series variants MA37 • MA5B • MA5C • MA5D
Other assault rifles HMG-38 Monitor Rifle • VK78 Commando (Impact)
CM 300 • M6J/C • MA5K
BR55 series XBR55 • BR55 • BR55HB
BR75 series BR75 • BR75 Breacher
BR85 series BR85 • BR85HB • BR85N
Other BR series rifles BRXX Lightfire
Other battle rifles "Maestro"
M295 • M392 • M395 (M395B)
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