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==History==
==History==
The BR85 entered service late in the [[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]] the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} carried a large supply of BR85Ns.{{Ref/Reuse|H5BR}} At the same time [[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]]}}
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]]}}


==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/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 [[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==
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* '''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 4×/6× 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.


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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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===Concept art and artwork===
===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-Locke&Tanaka.png|[[Jameson Locke]] using a BR85N during the Battle of Meridian in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''.
File:HM-Battle of Meridian.jpg|[[Jameson Locke]] using a BR85N during the Battle of Meridian in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''.
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===Screenshots===
===Screenshots===
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Latest revision as of 08:35, March 9, 2024

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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