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{{Center|This article is about the | {{Center|This article is about the Wraith model introduced in [[Halo 5: Guardians]]. For the original model, see [[Type-26 Wraith]]. For the anti-air variant, see [[Type-52 Anti-Aircraft Wraith]].}} | ||
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==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
The Type-58 Light Assault Gun Carriage is | The Type-58 Light Assault Gun Carriage is a lighter and more nimble successor of the [[Type-26 Wraith|Type-26 "Wraith" Assault Gun Carriage]]. The Type-58 LAGC features a host of refinements and design elements that are of great interest to the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]].<ref name="fodder"/> The Wraith has a heavily armored front end that leads to the tank's high-mounted [[boosted gravity propulsion drive]] at the rear of the vehicle. Despite the vehicle's weight, its gravity propulsion drive allows for impressive bursts of speed and surprisingly agile maneuvers over most terrain.<ref name="universe"/> | ||
The design of the Type-58 Wraith is based | The design of the Type-58 Wraith is based on ancient [[Sangheili]] designs that are cheaper and easier to manufacture than models (such as the Type-26) produced under the [[Covenant]].<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> The Type-58 Wraith incorporates advanced technologies that would have never been approved by the Covenant's [[San'Shyuum]] clerical authorities. The design dates back millennia to pre-Covenant Sangheili aesthetics. The Wraith's design closely resembles an animal indigenous to [[Sanghelios]], a tradition common among Sangheili designs.<ref name="universe"/> | ||
===Armaments=== | ===Armaments=== | ||
The Type-58 | The Type-58 Wraith is armed with a single [[Plasma mortar#Type-58 35cm Directed-Energy Mortar|Type-58 35cm directed-energy mortar]], a heavy plasma weapon that can shatter heavily reinforced defenses from long distances while also proving quite effective in closer engagements, at least in the hands of a skilled operator. The plasma mortar is fitted at the rear of the tank. In addition, the vehicle is armed with one [[Type-58 plasma cannon|Type-58 Directed-Energy Weapon Emplacement]], a fully automatic [[plasma cannon]] that is used against encroaching hostiles that are too close to the vehicle to be in range of the mortar. The plasma cannon is most commonly located between the pilot's cabin and the mortar.<ref name="universe"/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
The Type-58 | The Type-58 Wraith was put into service after the end of the [[Human-Covenant War]], with the [[Covenant remnants]] utilizing long-dormant manufacturing facilities to manufacture the new model. As of [[2558]], the Type-58 Wraith is most prominently found on [[Sanghelios]], though estimations indicate that the tank will become more widespread due to combat losses of other Wraith patterns.<ref name="universe"/> | ||
The Type-58 | The Type-58 has been used by both the Swords of Sanghelios and [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] in multiple battles, including the [[Battle of Kamchatka]] and [[Battle of Nuusra]].<ref name="fodder"/> A small number of Ultra Wraiths were used by Jul 'Mdama's Covenant during the [[Battle of Genesis]].<ref name="Genesis">'''Halo 5: Guardians''', campaign level [[Genesis (level)|Genesis]]</ref> Around the same time T-58 Wraiths became popular in [[War Games]] aboard {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref name="H5G"/> | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:SOS wraith.png|A Sword Wraith in-game with two Swords of Sanghelios Storm Sangheili in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' | File:SOS wraith.png|A Sword Wraith in-game with two Swords of Sanghelios Storm Sangheili in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' | ||
File:H5G - Wraith T58-DEWE.png|Render of the [[Type-58 plasma cannon|plasma turret]] mounted on the T-58 Wraith in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' | File:H5G - Wraith T58-DEWE.png|Render of the [[Type-58 plasma cannon|plasma turret]] mounted on the T-58 Wraith in ''Halo 5: Guardians'' | ||
File:H5-Warzone-Wraith-nodriver.png|Render of a Sword T-58 Wraith | File:H5-Warzone-Wraith-nodriver.png|Render of a Sword T-58 Wraith. | ||
File:H5G-UltraT58Wraith.png|A Wraith Ultra on [[Escape from ARC]] | File:H5G-UltraT58Wraith.png|A Wraith Ultra on "[[Escape from ARC]]". | ||
File:H5G - Wraith front and rear views.jpg|Front and rear views of the Type-58 Wraith | File:H5G - Wraith front and rear views.jpg|Front and rear views of the Type-58 Wraith. | ||
File:H5G-Darkstar army.png|A Woodland [[Mantis]], ONI [[M820 Scorpion]], and Ultra | File:H5G-Darkstar army.png|A Woodland [[Mantis]], ONI [[M820 Scorpion]], and an Ultra Wraith on "[[Skirmish at Darkstar]]". | ||
File:Sword wraith 508.png|Sword Wraith in ''Halo 5''. | File:Sword wraith 508.png|The Sword Wraith in ''Halo 5''. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Revision as of 16:14, June 3, 2016
Type-58 Light Assault Gun Carriage | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer: |
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Model: |
Type-58[1] |
Technical specifications | |
Length: |
8.5 meters (27.9 ft)[1] |
Width: |
8.3 meters (27.2 ft)[1] |
Height: |
5.3 meters (17.4 ft)[1] |
Mass: |
42.3 metric tons (41.6 LT; 46.6 ST)[1] |
Maximum speed: |
82 kilometers per hour (51 mph)[1] |
Engine(s): |
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Armament: |
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Crew: |
One operator, one gunner[1] |
Usage | |
In service: |
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Role(s): |
Armored mortar tank[1] |
Affiliation: |
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The Type-58 Light Assault Gun Carriage (T-58 LAGC),[2] nicknamed the Wraith by the United Nations Space Command, is a light mortar tank used by the Swords of Sanghelios and the various Covenant remnants for ground engagements. It is manufactured by Lodam Armory.[1]
Specifications
Design details
The Type-58 Light Assault Gun Carriage is a lighter and more nimble successor of the Type-26 "Wraith" Assault Gun Carriage. The Type-58 LAGC features a host of refinements and design elements that are of great interest to the Office of Naval Intelligence.[2] The Wraith has a heavily armored front end that leads to the tank's high-mounted boosted gravity propulsion drive at the rear of the vehicle. Despite the vehicle's weight, its gravity propulsion drive allows for impressive bursts of speed and surprisingly agile maneuvers over most terrain.[1]
The design of the Type-58 Wraith is based on ancient Sangheili designs that are cheaper and easier to manufacture than models (such as the Type-26) produced under the Covenant.[3] The Type-58 Wraith incorporates advanced technologies that would have never been approved by the Covenant's San'Shyuum clerical authorities. The design dates back millennia to pre-Covenant Sangheili aesthetics. The Wraith's design closely resembles an animal indigenous to Sanghelios, a tradition common among Sangheili designs.[1]
Armaments
The Type-58 Wraith is armed with a single Type-58 35cm directed-energy mortar, a heavy plasma weapon that can shatter heavily reinforced defenses from long distances while also proving quite effective in closer engagements, at least in the hands of a skilled operator. The plasma mortar is fitted at the rear of the tank. In addition, the vehicle is armed with one Type-58 Directed-Energy Weapon Emplacement, a fully automatic plasma cannon that is used against encroaching hostiles that are too close to the vehicle to be in range of the mortar. The plasma cannon is most commonly located between the pilot's cabin and the mortar.[1]
Variants
- Sword Wraith: The Swords of Sanghelios field crimson-painted T-58 Wraiths with improved armor over the standard models.[3]
- Wraith Ultra: Ultra Wraiths are silver-painted dedicated siege vehicles fitted with a new plasma mortar that can blanket large areas in superheated destruction with a single shot. They also boast superior armor compared to the Sword Wraith.[3]
Operational history
The Type-58 Wraith was put into service after the end of the Human-Covenant War, with the Covenant remnants utilizing long-dormant manufacturing facilities to manufacture the new model. As of 2558, the Type-58 Wraith is most prominently found on Sanghelios, though estimations indicate that the tank will become more widespread due to combat losses of other Wraith patterns.[1]
The Type-58 has been used by both the Swords of Sanghelios and Jul 'Mdama's Covenant in multiple battles, including the Battle of Kamchatka and Battle of Nuusra.[2] A small number of Ultra Wraiths were used by Jul 'Mdama's Covenant during the Battle of Genesis.[4] Around the same time T-58 Wraiths became popular in War Games aboard UNSC Infinity.[3]
Gallery
Rear concept art of the Type-58 Wraith for Halo 5: Guardians
Jameson Locke firing a fuel rod gun at a Wraith during the Battle of Nuusra.
Fireteam Osiris using a Wraith during the Battle of Nuusra.
Render of the plasma turret mounted on the T-58 Wraith in Halo 5: Guardians
A Wraith Ultra on "Escape from ARC".
A Woodland Mantis, ONI M820 Scorpion, and an Ultra Wraith on "Skirmish at Darkstar".
Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards
List of appearances
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)