Canon

M247 general purpose machine gun: Difference between revisions

From Halopedia, the Halo wiki

(Created page with "{{Status|Canon}} {{Weapon infobox |name=M247 General Purpose Machine Gun |image=300px |manufacturer=Misriah Armory |series= |type=General-purpose machine gun |cost= |variant= *M247H machine gun *M247T machine gun |service=Human-Covenant War |length={{Convert|64.1|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc11|Page=331}}{{Ref/Note|The length stat used on this article reflects that provided in the 2022 ''Halo Encycl...")
Tag: Disambiguation links
 
 
(2 intermediate revisions by the same user not shown)
Line 4: Line 4:
|image=[[File:H2A M247MG.png|300px]]
|image=[[File:H2A M247MG.png|300px]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]
|series=
|series=[[M247 machine gun]]
|type=[[Machine gun|General-purpose machine gun]]
|type=[[wikipedia:General-purpose machine gun|general-purpose]] [[machine gun]]
|cost=
|cost=
|variant=
|variant=
*[[M247H machine gun]]
*[[M247T machine gun]]
|service=[[Human-Covenant War]]
|service=[[Human-Covenant War]]
|length={{Convert|64.1|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc11|Page=331}}{{Ref/Note|The length stat used on this article reflects that provided in the 2022 ''Halo Encyclopedia'' book, using the ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'' campaign model of the turret as a base. In the original 2009 and 2011 editions of the book, the length given was {{Convert|59|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}.}}
|length={{Convert|64.1|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc11|Page=331}}{{Ref/Note|The length stat used on this article reflects that provided in the 2022 ''Halo Encyclopedia'' book, using the ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'' campaign model of the turret as a base. In the original 2009 and 2011 editions of the book, the length given was {{Convert|59|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}.}}
Line 30: Line 28:
==Overview==
==Overview==
===Design details===
===Design details===
The M247 GPMG is chambered for the ubiquitous [[7.62x51mm|M118 7.62×51mm FMJ AP cartridge]], unlike the M247H, which uses the [[Wikipedia:.50 BMG|12.7mm high velocity cartridge]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Being a [[wikipedia:General-purpose machine gun|general-purpose machine gun]], the M247 is fed via a belt box on the right side of the gun and is usually deployed on a tripod. The weapon's mobility allows personnel to quickly establish defensive perimeters or to provide suppressing fire.{{Ref/Level|Id=Outskirts|H2|Outskirts}}{{Ref/Level|Id=Metropolis|H2|Metropolis}}
The M247 GPMG is chambered for the ubiquitous [[7.62x51mm|M118 7.62×51mm FMJ AP cartridge]], unlike the M247H, which uses the [[Wikipedia:.50 BMG|12.7mm high velocity cartridge]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} The M247 GPMG has been deployed in a variety of configurations; being a [[wikipedia:General-purpose machine gun|general-purpose machine gun]], the M247 is fed via a belt box on the right side of the gun and is usually deployed on a tripod. In this infantry-portable configuration, the weapon can be folded up and carried with ease. The weapon's mobility allows personnel to quickly establish defensive perimeters or to provide suppressing fire.{{Ref/Level|Id=Outskirts|H2|Outskirts}}{{Ref/Level|Id=Metropolis|H2|Metropolis}} Although it is usually used as a mobile support weapon, the M247 GPMG is often permanently turret-mounted and bolted to the ground, with a large defensive shield protecting the operator. In this second configuration, the weapon is fed by an underslung drum magazine, which is considerably larger than the standard box magazine. In its third configuration, the M247 GPMG is also mounted in the troop bays of [[D77-TC Pelican]]s, which allows the dropship's crew chief to provide suppressing fire for embarking and disembarking troops; many Pelican-mounted M247s are equipped with an underslung drum magazine to complement the belt feed, though lack a defensive shield.{{Ref/Reuse|Metropolis}}{{Ref/Level|H2|Delta Halo}}
 
Although it is usually used as a mobile support weapon, the M247 GPMG is often permanently turret-mounted and bolted to the ground, with a large slab of armor protecting the operator. In this configuration, the weapon is fed by a drum magazine, which is considerably larger than the standard box magazine. The M247 GPMG is also commonly mounted in the troop bays of [[D77-TC Pelican]]s, which allows the dropship's crew chief to provide suppressing fire for embarking and disembarking troops; many Pelican-mounted M247s are equipped with an underslung drum magazine to complement the belt feed.{{Ref/Reuse|Metropolis}}{{Ref/Level|H2|Delta Halo}}


===Operational history===
===Operational history===
The M247 had entered service with the UNSC as early as [[2526]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=Obliv4|Oblv|Chapter=4}}
The M247 had entered service with the UNSC as early as [[2526]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=Obliv4|Oblv|Chapter=4}}
==Variants==
*'''[[M247 General Purpose Machine Gun Turret Autocannon]]''': This variant is an autocannon that can be placed on the [[M312 Elephant]].
<gallery>
File:HW Elephant Turret.png|M247 GPMGT.
</gallery>


==Production notes==
==Production notes==
[[File:H3_Alpha_HighGround.jpg|250px|thumb|An M247 on [[High Ground]] in an alpha build of ''Halo 3''.]]
[[File:H3_Alpha_HighGround.jpg|250px|thumb|An M247 on [[High Ground]] in an alpha build of ''Halo 3''.]]
{{Main|Cut Halo 2 weapons}}
{{Main|Cut Halo 2 weapons}}
During the [[Development of Halo 2|production]] of ''[[Halo 2]]'', the M247 was considered for inclusion as a first-person weapon, with a [[Cut Halo 2 weapons##General-purpose machine gun (GPMG)|playable version]] in the files of ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]''.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=Zedd|KsAV1p_yXYo|Lord Zedd|Halo: MCC - Flying The Falcon in Halo 2 And More!}} Another variant was also concepted and implemented in early builds, sporting a [[Cut Halo 2 weapons#Machine gun turret with grenade launcher|20mm grenade launcher]] mounted atop the weapon.{{Ref/Site|Id=Discoveries|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/digsite-discoveries|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Digsite Discoveries|D=17|M=07|Y=2023}} ''[[The Art of Halo: Creating a Virtual World]]'' erroneously claims this weapon as a 25mm launcher.{{Ref/Book|Id=AOHGrenadeLauncher|AoH|Page=109}}
*During the [[Development of Halo 2|production]] of ''[[Halo 2]]'', the M247 was considered for inclusion as a first-person weapon, with a [[Cut Halo 2 weapons##General-purpose machine gun (GPMG)|playable version]] in the files of ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]''.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=Zedd|KsAV1p_yXYo|Lord Zedd|Halo: MCC - Flying The Falcon in Halo 2 And More!}} Another variant was also concepted and implemented in early builds, sporting a [[Cut Halo 2 weapons#Machine gun turret with grenade launcher|20mm grenade launcher]] mounted atop the weapon.{{Ref/Site|Id=Discoveries|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/digsite-discoveries|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Digsite Discoveries|D=17|M=07|Y=2023}} ''[[The Art of Halo: Creating a Virtual World]]'' erroneously claims this weapon as a 25mm launcher.{{Ref/Book|Id=AOHGrenadeLauncher|AoH|Page=109}} The grenade launcher machine gun attachment was recovered and restored for use in retail ''Halo 2'' by the [[Digsite]] project.{{Ref/Reuse|Discoveries}}
 
*In ''[[Halo 3]]'', a number of [[List of UNSC crates|UNSC crates]] bear decals listing their contents as the M247, despite the game replacing the weapon with the [[AIE-486H machine gun]]. The decals reuse the label text and information from their equivalents in ''Halo 2'', except for changing the crate's icon to the AIE. The M247 was present in early builds of ''Halo 3'', though would ultimately be replaced for final release.
The grenade launcher machine gun attachment was recovered and restored for use in retail ''Halo 2'' by the [[Digsite]] project.{{Ref/Reuse|Discoveries}}
*In the [[personnel profile]]s included in the [[Halo Wars Limited Edition|limited edition]] of ''[[Halo Wars]]'', the M312 Elephant's large top-mounted cannon upgrade is erroneously and contradictingly referred to as the "M247 GPMGT Autocannon". See [[M312 Elephant#Production notes|here]].
 
In ''[[Halo 3]]'', a number of [[List of UNSC crates|UNSC crates]] bear decals listing their contents as the M247, despite the game replacing the weapon with the [[AIE-486H machine gun]]. The decals reuse the label text and information from their equivalents in ''Halo 2'', except for changing the crate's icon to the AIE. The M247 was present in early builds of ''Halo 3'', though would ultimately be replaced for final release.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
Line 75: Line 63:
File:Halo 2 Vista Marine.jpg|A Marine carrying a portable M247 GPMG.
File:Halo 2 Vista Marine.jpg|A Marine carrying a portable M247 GPMG.
File:H2 - Pelican M247.jpg|A Marine door gunner operating an M247 GMPG mounted on the rear hatch of a Pelican.
File:H2 - Pelican M247.jpg|A Marine door gunner operating an M247 GMPG mounted on the rear hatch of a Pelican.
File:H2 e304 turretattack.jpg|A Spartan firing the M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map [[Zanzibar]].
File:H2 mp waterworks turret.jpg|A Spartan using an M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map [[Waterworks]].
File:H2 mp waterworks turret.jpg|A Spartan using an M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map [[Waterworks]].
File:H2A - I Know What the Ladies Like.jpg|Sergeant Johnson arms an M247 mounted into the bay of a Pelican.
File:H2A - I Know What the Ladies Like.jpg|Sergeant Johnson arms an M247 mounted into the bay of a Pelican.

Latest revision as of 15:24, October 16, 2024

M247 General Purpose Machine Gun
H2A M247MG.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory

Model series:

M247 machine gun

Type:

general-purpose machine gun

Specifications

Length:

163 centimeters (64.1 in)[1][Note 1]

Weight:

  • Portable: 10 kilograms (23 lb)[2][3]
  • Mounted: 19.3 kilograms (42.5 lb)[2][3]

Ammunition type:

M118 Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing[2][3][1]

Capacity:

100 rounds (box magazine)[2][3]

Feed system:

Belt-fed

Effective range:

1,100 meters (3,600 ft)[2][3]

Service history

In service:

Human-Covenant War

 

The M247 general-purpose machine gun, more formally known as the M247 General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), is a machine gun used extensively by the armed forces of the United Nations Space Command. It is a scaled-down version of the M247H heavy machine gun.[4] Nicknames for the M247 GPMG include Meat Chopper, Chainsaw, MG, Butcher, (incorrectly but colloquially) Uzi, the Pig, Pork, and Porky.[3]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

The M247 GPMG is chambered for the ubiquitous M118 7.62×51mm FMJ AP cartridge, unlike the M247H, which uses the 12.7mm high velocity cartridge.[4] The M247 GPMG has been deployed in a variety of configurations; being a general-purpose machine gun, the M247 is fed via a belt box on the right side of the gun and is usually deployed on a tripod. In this infantry-portable configuration, the weapon can be folded up and carried with ease. The weapon's mobility allows personnel to quickly establish defensive perimeters or to provide suppressing fire.[5][6] Although it is usually used as a mobile support weapon, the M247 GPMG is often permanently turret-mounted and bolted to the ground, with a large defensive shield protecting the operator. In this second configuration, the weapon is fed by an underslung drum magazine, which is considerably larger than the standard box magazine. In its third configuration, the M247 GPMG is also mounted in the troop bays of D77-TC Pelicans, which allows the dropship's crew chief to provide suppressing fire for embarking and disembarking troops; many Pelican-mounted M247s are equipped with an underslung drum magazine to complement the belt feed, though lack a defensive shield.[6][7]

Operational history[edit]

The M247 had entered service with the UNSC as early as 2526.[8]

Production notes[edit]

High Ground in Halo 3 Alpha.
An M247 on High Ground in an alpha build of Halo 3.
Main article: Cut Halo 2 weapons

Gallery[edit]

Main-Legendary.png See our gameplay information related to M247 general purpose machine gun on its gameplay page.
Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.

Development images[edit]

  • Halo 2 concept art of the M247.[11]

    Halo 2 concept art of the M247.[11]

  • Concept art for Halo 2: Anniversary.

    Concept art for Halo 2: Anniversary.

  • Concept art of the base for Halo 2: Anniversary.

    Concept art of the base for Halo 2: Anniversary.

  • Concept art of the weapon's Pelican mount for Halo 2: Anniversary.

    Concept art of the weapon's Pelican mount for Halo 2: Anniversary.

  • The GPMG in first-person.

    The GPMG in first-person.

  • An image of a Marine using an M247 GPMG with the grenade launcher attachment.[11]

    An image of a Marine using an M247 GPMG with the grenade launcher attachment.[11]

  • The restored GPMG with 20mm launcher, given functionality by Digsite.[10]

    The restored GPMG with 20mm launcher, given functionality by Digsite.[10]

  • Master Chief firing the now-functional grenade launcher.[10]

    Master Chief firing the now-functional grenade launcher.[10]

Screenshots[edit]

  • The M247 GPMG in Halo 2.

    The M247 GPMG in Halo 2.

  • Forward and rear views of a portable M247 GPMG in Halo 2.

    Forward and rear views of a portable M247 GPMG in Halo 2.

  • A turret-mounted M247 GPMG.

    A turret-mounted M247 GPMG.

  • Views of a turret-mounted M247 GPMG.

    Views of a turret-mounted M247 GPMG.

  • A Marine using the portable version of the M247 GPMG.

    A Marine using the portable version of the M247 GPMG.

  • A Marine carrying a portable M247 GPMG.

    A Marine carrying a portable M247 GPMG.

  • A Marine door gunner operating an M247 GMPG mounted on the rear hatch of a Pelican.

    A Marine door gunner operating an M247 GMPG mounted on the rear hatch of a Pelican.

  • A Spartan firing the M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map Zanzibar.

    A Spartan firing the M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map Zanzibar.

  • A Spartan using an M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map Waterworks.

    A Spartan using an M247 GPMG on the multiplayer map Waterworks.

  • Sergeant Johnson arms an M247 mounted into the bay of a Pelican.

    Sergeant Johnson arms an M247 mounted into the bay of a Pelican.

  • A Marine mans an M247 against the Covenant aboard Cairo Station.

    A Marine mans an M247 against the Covenant aboard Cairo Station.

  • HUD of the M247 in Halo 2: Anniversary campaign.

    HUD of the M247 in Halo 2: Anniversary campaign.

  • John-117 manning an M247.

    John-117 manning an M247.

  • A shield version of the M247.

    A shield version of the M247.

  • A marine carrying the M247.

    A marine carrying the M247.

  • An M247 with an M247H.

    An M247 with an M247H.

  • HUD of the M247 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

    HUD of the M247 in Halo 2: Anniversary multiplayer.

  • A Sangheili firing an M247 on Skyward.

    A Sangheili firing an M247 on Skyward.

List of appearances[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ The length stat used on this article reflects that provided in the 2022 Halo Encyclopedia book, using the Halo 2: Anniversary campaign model of the turret as a base. In the original 2009 and 2011 editions of the book, the length given was 150 centimeters (59 in).

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 331
  2. ^ a b c d e Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 317
  3. ^ a b c d e f Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 331
  4. ^ a b Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 115
  5. ^ Halo 2, campaign level Outskirts
  6. ^ a b Halo 2, campaign level Metropolis
  7. ^ Halo 2, campaign level Delta Halo
  8. ^ Halo: Oblivion, chapter 4
  9. ^ YouTube - Lord Zedd, Halo: MCC - Flying The Falcon in Halo 2 And More!
  10. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, Digsite Discoveries (Retrieved on Jul 17, 2023) [archive]
  11. ^ a b c The Art of Halo, page 109

v • d • e
 
List of infantry support weapons in UNSC service
Anti-vehicle weapons
Guided munitions launchers
Retrieved from "https://www.halopedia.org/index.php?title=M247_general_purpose_machine_gun&oldid=1645222"