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The '''H-295 Forward Observer Module''' is a target designator used by the [[United Nations Space Command]].<ref name="h4ig">[http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-US/halo4guide '''Halo 4 Interactive Guide''']</ref> It is likely a successor to the [[H-165 Forward Observer Module]] used during the [[Human-Covenant War]].
The '''H-295 Forward Observer Module''' is a target designator used by the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Guide|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/intel/inteldetail/0c2118a5-6b94-4bd1-b27a-16784bc4f15e/target-designator-|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Halo 4 Interactive Guide - Weapons: Target Designator|D=01|M=05|Y=2013|LocalArchive=Halo 4 Interactive Guide#UNSC Weapons}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=184}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
The H-295 target designator is a secure-linked forward observer module that can perform firing acquisitions on any selected targets, calling in close-fire support. This support can come in a variety of forms depending on the area of operation and the proximity of the target.<ref name="h4ig"/> It is used to destroy enemy vehicles, vessels, and certain mission-specific objectives using available resources such as ship-mounted [[Magnetic Accelerator Cannon]]s and the [[M510 Mammoth]]'s dorsal mini-MAC.<ref>'''Halo 4 Prima Official Game Guide (Collector's Edition)''', ''page 37''</ref> During the initial stages of the [[Battle of Requiem]], it was used to destroy the Forerunner [[Gravity well|gravity well generator]]s that kept {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} pinned down inside the [[shield world]].<ref>'''Halo 4''', campaign level ''[[Reclaimer (level)|Reclaimer]]''</ref>
===Design details===
As with all target designators, the H-295 FOM combines a [[UNSC battle network]] relay, a range finder, a global positioning system, and a fire-control computer into a pistol-like tool.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} The device uses a secure link to perform target acquisitions on selected enemy positions, and can be used to call in close-fire support. The system has a fairly simple operating mechanism; all the user needs to do is point it at a given target, then hold down the trigger in the grip while the [[laser]] designates its target - at which point the module signals the allocation of available air, artillery, or [[Orbital bombardment|ortillery]] support and makes the necessary call for fire on the designated location.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
 
The support offered by the H-295 can come in a variety of options, largely dependent on the resources available for a given mission and the user's area of operation, and proximity from the target.{{Ref/Reuse|Guide}} These can range from [[Magnetic Accelerator Cannon]]s such as the main [[Mark 2547 heavy railgun]] found on the [[M510 Mammoth]],{{Ref/Reuse|Reclaimer}} through to [[GA-TL1 Longsword|Longsword]] [[carpet bombing]] runs{{Ref/Reuse|HE13}} or even full-scale [[capital ship]]-grade MACs.{{Ref/Book|Halo 4: Official Game Guide|Detail=Collector's Edition|Page=37}}
 
In comparison to other target locator models, the H-295 offers increased effectiveness in context in which atmospheric or electromagnetic disturbances make target acquisition difficult.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
 
==Operational history==
The H-295 FOM entered service in [[2554]],{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} presumably replacing the [[H-165 target locator|H-165 model]] used during the [[Human-Covenant War]]. It was used by {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} forces during the initial stages of the [[Battle of Requiem]] in [[2557]] to destroy the Forerunner [[particle cannon]] network and [[gravity well|gravity well generators]] that kept ''Infinity'' pinned down inside the [[shield world]].{{Ref/Level|Id=Reclaimer|H4|Reclaimer (level)|Reclaimer}} During the [[Battle of Oban]] in the following year, a H-295 module was used by [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan]] [[Joel Thomas]] to call in a [[GA-TL1 Longsword]] air strike on {{Pattern|Ru'swum|Phantom}}s threatening UNSC ground forces.{{Ref/Comic|Id=HE13|HEsc|Issue=13}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:H4_TargetDesignator_Render_4.jpg|Hi-poly render of the model used in ''Halo 4''.
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File:H4-MP-H295FOM-TargetLocator-HUD.jpg|First-person view of the H-295 FOM in use in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-MP-H295FOM-TargetLocator-HUD.jpg|First-person view of the H-295 FOM in use in ''Halo 4''.
File:HE13 Joel Thomas.jpg|[[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan]] [[Joel Thomas]] using the target designator during the [[Battle of Oban]].
File:HE13 Joel Thomas.jpg|Spartan Joel Thomas using the target designator during the Battle of Oban.
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==Sources==
==Sources==
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[[Category:Laser designators]]
[[Category:Laser designators]]

Latest revision as of 14:36, May 17, 2023

This article is about the Halo 4 variant. For the Halo: Reach variant, see H-165 Forward Observer Module.
H-295 target designator
H4-H295FOMTargetLocator.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory

Type:

Target designator

Specifications

Length:

12 inches (30 cm)[1]

Width:

7.2 inches (18 cm)[1]

Height:

18.9 inches (48 cm)[1]

Service history

In service:

Post-Covenant War conflicts

 

The H-295 Forward Observer Module is a target designator used by the United Nations Space Command.[2][3]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

As with all target designators, the H-295 FOM combines a UNSC battle network relay, a range finder, a global positioning system, and a fire-control computer into a pistol-like tool.[3] The device uses a secure link to perform target acquisitions on selected enemy positions, and can be used to call in close-fire support. The system has a fairly simple operating mechanism; all the user needs to do is point it at a given target, then hold down the trigger in the grip while the laser designates its target - at which point the module signals the allocation of available air, artillery, or ortillery support and makes the necessary call for fire on the designated location.[3]

The support offered by the H-295 can come in a variety of options, largely dependent on the resources available for a given mission and the user's area of operation, and proximity from the target.[2] These can range from Magnetic Accelerator Cannons such as the main Mark 2547 heavy railgun found on the M510 Mammoth,[4] through to Longsword carpet bombing runs[5] or even full-scale capital ship-grade MACs.[6]

In comparison to other target locator models, the H-295 offers increased effectiveness in context in which atmospheric or electromagnetic disturbances make target acquisition difficult.[3]

Operational history[edit]

The H-295 FOM entered service in 2554,[3] presumably replacing the H-165 model used during the Human-Covenant War. It was used by UNSC Infinity forces during the initial stages of the Battle of Requiem in 2557 to destroy the Forerunner particle cannon network and gravity well generators that kept Infinity pinned down inside the shield world.[4] During the Battle of Oban in the following year, a H-295 module was used by Spartan Joel Thomas to call in a GA-TL1 Longsword air strike on Ru'swum-pattern Phantoms threatening UNSC ground forces.[5]

Gallery[edit]

  • Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

    Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

  • Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

    Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

  • Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

    Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

  • Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

    Hi-poly render of the model used in Halo 4.

  • First-person view of the H-295 FOM in use in Halo 4.

    First-person view of the H-295 FOM in use in Halo 4.

  • Spartan Joel Thomas using the target designator during the Battle of Oban.

    Spartan Joel Thomas using the target designator during the Battle of Oban.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 72
  2. ^ a b Halo Waypoint, Halo 4 Interactive Guide - Weapons: Target Designator (Retrieved on May 1, 2013) [local archive] [external archive]
  3. ^ a b c d e Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 184
  4. ^ a b Halo 4, campaign level Reclaimer
  5. ^ a b Halo: Escalation, issue 13
  6. ^ Halo 4: Official Game Guide, page 37: Collector's Edition
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