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[[File:HINF Hydra Firing.png|300px|thumb|A [[CAVALLINO-class Mjolnir|CAVALLINO]]-clad Spartan firing an MLRS-2 Hydra.]] | |||
The '''Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Gyroc Launcher''', colloquially nicknamed the '''Hydra''', is a series of handheld missile launchers developed by [[Chalybs Defense Solutions]] for use by the military forces of the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Site|Id=universe|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/hydra-launcher|Site=Halo Waypoint|Section=Universe, Weapons|Page=Hydra Launcher|D=30|M=10|Y=2021|LocalArchive=https://archives.halopedia.org/waypoint/www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/hydra-launcher.html}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=177}} | |||
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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
[[File:H5 Hydra on Regret.jpg|300px|thumb|A [[RECRUIT-class Mjolnir|RECRUIT]]-clad Spartan firing an MLRS-1 Hydra.]] | |||
===Design details=== | |||
=== | Hydras are multiple-rocket launchers designed to fire 9X-G high explosive, airbursting (HEAB) gyroscopically-stabilised rockets. They are infantry-portable and held akin to a [[rifle]]. The fore of the weapon contains a revolving cylinder typically holding six rockets which can be semi-automatically fired in rapid succession. The Hydra's most unique feature is its lock-on. The weapons' targeting and detection suite is capable of locking onto enemy infantry and vehicles, with the rockets fired self-guiding onto these targets.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
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=== | ===History=== | ||
Hydras are relatively recent additions into the UNSC arsenal. As of [[2558]], the MLRS-1 Hydra had only been issued to operatives of the [[Spartan Operations]] division and had yet to see widespread usage among the regular military.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | |||
=== | ==Variants== | ||
* | There are two major production lines of the Hydra in service - the MLRS-1 and MLRS-2. Each line has its own sub-variants. | ||
* | ===MLRS-1 Hydra=== | ||
The [[MLRS-1 Hydra]] was employed by UNSC forces during the early stages of the [[Created conflict]].{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
*'''[[Typhon]]:''' a specialised upgrade in [[Watershed Division]] prototyping, with higher damage and more effective recoil compensation.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Game|H5G|List of REQ cards|REQ card|Detail=Typhon description|Quote=What Chalybs builds, Watershed Division perfects. Improved Hydra Launcher with upgraded recoil compensation, warhead damage, and reload speed.}} | |||
*'''[[Echidna]]:''' a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, firing non-nuclear [[electromagnetic pulse]] missiles.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Game|H5G|List of REQ cards|REQ card|Detail=Echidna description|Quote=Experimental mini-missile warheads are just one of Chalybs Defense's many R&D projects. Advanced Hydra Launcher loaded with experimental EMP warheads capable of temporarily disabling enemy vehicles.}} | |||
<gallery class="center"> | |||
File:H5G-Hydra render.png|The MLRS-1. | |||
File:H5_Hydra_Typhon.png|The MLRS-1 "Typhon". | |||
File:H5G Render HydraMLRS-Echidna.png|The MLRS-1 "Echidna". | |||
</gallery> | |||
=== | ===MLRS-2 Hydra=== | ||
The [[MLRS-2 Hydra]] is employed by UNSC forces operating on [[Installation 07]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
* | *'''[[Pursuit Hydra]]:''' a variant of the MLRS-2 firing rockets with a higher velocity and lower targeting time.{{Ref/Game|Id=forge|HINF|Forge - Pursuit Hydra description|Quote=Increased long-range proficiency with faster target lock and improved rocket velocity.}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Support|URL=https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/6882880281364-Halo-Infinite-Weapon-Equipment-and-Vehicle-Inventory-|Site=Halo Support|Page=Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory|D=05|M=05|Y=2023}} | ||
<gallery class="center"> | |||
File:HINF_Hydra_Crop.png|The MLRS-2. | |||
File:HINF_Hydra_Pursuit_Crop.png|The MLRS-2 "Pursuit". | |||
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== | ==Sources== | ||
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{{UNSC support weapons}} | {{UNSC support weapons}} | ||
[[Category:UNSC infantry weapons]] | [[Category:UNSC infantry weapons]] | ||
[[Category:Hydra MLRS| ]] | [[Category:Hydra MLRS| ]] |
Latest revision as of 03:26, October 22, 2024
The Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Gyroc Launcher, colloquially nicknamed the Hydra, is a series of handheld missile launchers developed by Chalybs Defense Solutions for use by the military forces of the United Nations Space Command.[1][2]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
Hydras are multiple-rocket launchers designed to fire 9X-G high explosive, airbursting (HEAB) gyroscopically-stabilised rockets. They are infantry-portable and held akin to a rifle. The fore of the weapon contains a revolving cylinder typically holding six rockets which can be semi-automatically fired in rapid succession. The Hydra's most unique feature is its lock-on. The weapons' targeting and detection suite is capable of locking onto enemy infantry and vehicles, with the rockets fired self-guiding onto these targets.[1][2]
History[edit]
Hydras are relatively recent additions into the UNSC arsenal. As of 2558, the MLRS-1 Hydra had only been issued to operatives of the Spartan Operations division and had yet to see widespread usage among the regular military.[1]
Variants[edit]
There are two major production lines of the Hydra in service - the MLRS-1 and MLRS-2. Each line has its own sub-variants.
MLRS-1 Hydra[edit]
The MLRS-1 Hydra was employed by UNSC forces during the early stages of the Created conflict.[1][2]
- Typhon: a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, with higher damage and more effective recoil compensation.[1][3]
- Echidna: a specialised upgrade in Watershed Division prototyping, firing non-nuclear electromagnetic pulse missiles.[1][4]
MLRS-2 Hydra[edit]
The MLRS-2 Hydra is employed by UNSC forces operating on Installation 07.[2]
- Pursuit Hydra: a variant of the MLRS-2 firing rockets with a higher velocity and lower targeting time.[5][6]
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f Halo Waypoint - Universe, Weapons, Hydra Launcher (Retrieved on Oct 30, 2021) [local archive] [external archive]
- ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 177
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Typhon description "What Chalybs builds, Watershed Division perfects. Improved Hydra Launcher with upgraded recoil compensation, warhead damage, and reload speed."
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Echidna description "Experimental mini-missile warheads are just one of Chalybs Defense's many R&D projects. Advanced Hydra Launcher loaded with experimental EMP warheads capable of temporarily disabling enemy vehicles."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Forge - Pursuit Hydra description: "Increased long-range proficiency with faster target lock and improved rocket velocity."
- ^ Halo Support, Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory (Retrieved on May 5, 2023) [archive]
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