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{{Disambig header|the model featured in Halo: Reach|the model introduced in Halo 4|M395 DMR}}
{{Disambig header|the model featured in Halo: Reach|the model introduced in Halo 4|M395 DMR}}
{{Weapon infobox
{{Weapon infobox
|image = [[File:HR-Render-DMR angled.png|300px]]
|name=
|manufacturer = [[Misriah Armory]]<ref name="EVG">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 49''</ref>
|image=[[File:HR-Render-DMR angled.png|300px]]
|series = M392
|manufacturer=
|type = Bullpup select-fire rifle
*[[Misriah Armory]]{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc11|Enc11|Page=316}}{{Ref/Book|Id=EVG|EVG|Page=49}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=171}}
|cost =  
*[[Sevine Arms]]{{Ref/Reuse|BanditTweet}}
|series=
|type=
|cost=
|variant=
|variant=
|service= [[Insurrection]] <br> [[Human-Covenant War]]<br>[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
|service=[[Insurrection]] <br> [[Human-Covenant War]]<br>[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
|affiliation = [[United Nations Space Command]]
|length= {{Convert|42.9|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Site|Id=WP13|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/detail/c0dfea7c-87fa-4224-82ff-c44d93b73f03/dmr|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=DMR|D=18|M=02|Y=2013|LocalArchive=Archive:Halo Waypoint/2009 to 2014/Universe/Weapons}}
|width=
|height=
|weight=
|weight=
|length= 109 centimeters (42.9 inches){{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}
|ammotype=[[7.62x51mm|7.62x51mm M118 Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Bnet|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=24579|Site=Bungie.net|Page=M392 Designated Marksman Rifle|D=14|M=11|Y=2014}}
|ammotype = [[7.62x51mm|M118 Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing]]
|feed=15 round box magazine{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}}
|feed=15 round box magazine
|operation=[[Wikipedia:Gas-operated reloading|Gas-operated]]{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}}
|operation=[[Wikipedia:Gas-operated reloading|Gas-operated]]
|rate=
|rate=~86 RPM{{Citation needed}} (semi-auto)
|velocity=
|velocity=
|range = Long
|range=
}}
}}
The '''M392 Designated Marksman Rifle''' ('''DMR'''), formally '''Designated Marksman Rifle, Caliber 7.62&nbsp;mm, M392''',<ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=24579 '''Bungie.net''': ''M392 Designated Marksman Rifle'']</ref> is a [[Wikipedia:Gas-operated reloading|gas-operated]] [[Wikipedia:Bullpup|bullpup]] rifle used by the [[United Nations Space Command]]. It is manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}<ref name="GI">[http://gameinformer.com/mag/haloreach.aspx '''GameInformer''': ''February Edition'']</ref>
The '''M392 Designated Marksman Rifle''' ('''DMR'''), formally '''Designated Marksman Rifle, Caliber 7.62mm, M392''',{{Ref/Reuse|Bnet}} is a [[Wikipedia:Gas-operated reloading|gas-operated]] [[Wikipedia:Bullpup|bullpup]] rifle used by the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}} It is manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Book|Halo: Reach manual|Page=6}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
===Service history===
[[File:ReachSchematic - DMR.png|150px|thumb|A blueprint of the M392 DMR.]]
[[File:ReachSchematic - DMR.png|left|150px|thumb|A blueprint of the M392 DMR.]]
===Design details===
The M392 Designated Marksman Rifle was adopted into service in [[2512]], serving as the primary weapon of Army squad marksmen and reconnaissance units. The weapon also found use with the [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine Corps]] and [[UNSC Air Force|Air Force]] combat rescue teams during the Insurrection and much of the [[Human-Covenant War]].<ref name="Waypoint DMR">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/dmr '''Halo Waypoint''': ''DMR'']</ref> However, it was largely superseded by the [[BR55 battle rifle]], especially following the introduction of the BR55's [[BR55HB battle rifle|heavy-barreled variant]] in [[2548]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}
The M392 is an air-cooled, magazine-fed, gas-operated select-fire bullpup rifle that fires 7.62×51mm ammunition.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}} It accepts a fifteen-round detachable box magazine similar. The weapon has a mounted [[EVOS-D]] optic capable of 3× magnification. The weapon's fire selector switch (located above the grip) has three settings: ''SAFE'', ''FIRE'', and ''AUTO''.{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}} The magazine release button is located directly above the magazine well, behind the trigger. The weapon has an ejection port on either side so it may be used comfortably by a right- or left-handed shooter.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}}{{Ref/Reuse|Bnet}}


Nonetheless, due to its reliability and efficiency the M392 continued to see extensive use with the Army throughout the remainder of the conflict.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}<ref name="Waypoint">[http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/detail/c0dfea7c-87fa-4224-82ff-c44d93b73f03/dmr '''Halo Waypoint''': ''DMR'']</ref> In the wake of the Covenant War the M392 is still in service with the Army as well as Marine Corps reserve units. However, use of the newer, sturdier [[M395 DMR]] (designed for use by [[Spartan Operations|Spartan]] operators) is more widespread.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint DMR}}
The overall construction of the M392 is modular in nature, allowing it to serve as a versatile alternative to the predominant [[assault rifle]] and [[battle rifle]] lines used by the rest of the UNSC.


===Design and operation===
===Usage===
The M392 is an air-cooled, magazine-fed, gas-operated select-fire bullpup rifle that fires 7.62×51mm ammunition.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} It accepts a fifteen-round detachable box magazine similar. The weapon has a mounted [[EVOS-D]] optic capable of 3× magnification. The weapon's fire selector switch (located above the grip) has three settings: ''SAFE'', ''FIRE'', and ''AUTO''.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} The magazine release button is located directly above the magazine well, behind the trigger. The weapon has an ejection port on either side so it may be used comfortably by a right- or left-handed shooter.
The M392 Designated Marksman Rifle was adopted into service in [[2512]], serving as the primary weapon of Army squad marksmen and reconnaissance units (presumably replacing the [[Insurrection]]-era [[M295 DMR]]). The weapon also found use with the [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine Corps]] and [[UNSC Air Force|Air Force]] combat rescue teams during the Insurrection and much of the [[Human-Covenant War]].{{Ref/Site|Id=WP15|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/dmr|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=DMR|D=30|M=08|Y=2021}} However, it was largely superseded by the [[BR55 battle rifle]], especially following the introduction of the BR55's [[BR55HB battle rifle|heavy-barreled variant]] in [[2548]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}}{{Ref/Reuse|Bnet}}


The M392 DMR's intended battlefield application is to provide accurate fire at medium to long range. It is intended for experienced operators with proficient skill in shot placement and controlled firing since the recoil from multiple shots must be controlled to effectively deliver maximum damage to the target and to ensure that the target is neutralized at the fastest possible rate.
Nonetheless, due to its reliability and efficiency the M392 continued to see extensive use with the Army throughout the remainder of the conflict.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|WP13}} In the wake of the Covenant War the M392 is still in service with the Army as well as Marine Corps reserve units. However, use of the newer, sturdier [[M395 DMR]] (designed for use by [[Spartan Operations|Spartan]] operators) is more widespread.{{Ref/Reuse|WP15}}


==Variants==
==Variants==
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==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
{{Quote|The single-shot DMR fits somewhere between the [[Sniper Rifle System 99 Anti-Matériel|sniper rifle]] and the battle rifle. It's deadly at range, but a quick trigger finger and careful aim assure that even at medium to short distances it packs a punch.|''Game Informer''{{Ref/Reuse|GI}}}}
{{Main|DMR|Bandit}}
 
In order to deliver hits to a target at medium-to-long ranges, a pause after each shot with the DMR is required to allow the reticule to contract to its smallest possible size. Immediately firing upon reacquisition of target maintains the maximum rate of accurate fire. While at close-to-medium range, it is only necessary to allow the reticule to shrink enough that it is roughly equal to the size of the target before firing again. At extremely close ranges, it is unnecessary to allow the reticule to contract at all, and it is most effective to fire the rifle as fast as possible.
In order to deliver hits to a target at medium-to-long ranges, a pause after each shot with the DMR is required to allow the reticule to contract to its smallest possible size. Immediately firing upon reacquisition of target maintains the maximum rate of accurate fire. While at close-to-medium range, it is only necessary to allow the reticule to shrink enough that it is roughly equal to the size of the target before firing again. At extremely close ranges, it is unnecessary to allow the reticule to contract at all, and it is most effective to fire the rifle as fast as possible.


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===Disadvantages===
===Disadvantages===
Despite its accuracy, precision, and power, the M392 has a few noteworthy drawbacks. To retain accuracy, the player must pace his/her fire to account for recoil, making the DMR have an effective fire rate only slightly faster than the sniper rifle. In addition, its magazine reserve (four, for a total of 60 rounds) is less than the sniper rifle's (five, for 20 rounds), meaning you have one less reload with the DMR. However, sniper ammo is much rarer than DMR ammo.
Despite its accuracy, precision, and power, the M392 has a few noteworthy drawbacks. To retain accuracy, the player must pace his/her fire to account for recoil, making the DMR have an effective fire rate only slightly faster than the sniper rifle. In addition, its magazine reserve (four, for a total of 60 rounds) is less than the sniper rifle's (five, for 20 rounds), meaning you have one less reload with the DMR. However, sniper ammo is much rarer than DMR ammo.
==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
===Silver Timeline===
===Silver Timeline===
{{Main|Silver Timeline}}
{{Main|Silver Timeline}}
M392 DMRs are used by [[John-117/Silver|John-117]] and [[Vannak-134]] in battles against the Covenant.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=HTVOT|5KZ3MKraNKY|Paramount+|Halo The Series (2022) Official Trailer|Y=2022|M=1|D=30}}
M392 DMRs are used by [[John-117/Silver|John-117]] and [[Vannak-134]] in battles against the Covenant.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=HTVOT|5KZ3MKraNKY|Paramount+|Halo The Series (2022) Official Trailer|Y=2022|M=1|D=30}}
==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*This weapon's semi-automatic functionality is similar to that of the battle rifle as seen in the 2003 [[Halo 2 E3 Demo|''Halo 2'' E3 demo]].
*This weapon's semi-automatic functionality is similar to that of the battle rifle as seen in the 2003 [[Halo 2 E3 Demo|''Halo 2'' E3 demo]].
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