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== Gameplay ==
== Gameplay ==
=== Changes from ''Halo 4'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians'' ===
=== Changes from ''Halo 4'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians'' ===
* Can now utilize the [[Spartan abilities#Smart Scope|Smart Scope]] feature to decrease reticle bloom and increase range.
* Can now utilize the [[Spartan abilities#Smart Scope|Smart Scope]] feature to decrease reticle bloom and increase range by 80%.
* Decreased damage and added headshot bonus, killing in 11-14 rounds instead of 13, depending on the headshot bonus.
* Increased/decreased damage and added headshot bonus, killing in 11-14 rounds instead of 13, depending on the headshot bonus.


== Variants ==
== Variants ==
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== Trivia ==
== Trivia ==
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* The SAW has the same damage properties as the Assault Rifle in ''Halo 4'' multiplayer, with 10 rounds to disable shields and 3 rounds to the body for a kill. This effectively makes the SAW an overall upgrade to the Assault Rifle with its higher rate of fire, higher accuracy, and higher magazine capacity. This similarity makes canon sense as both weapons use the same 7.62×51mm FMJ round.
* The SAW has the same damage properties as the [[MA5D assault rifle|Assault Rifle]] in ''Halo 4''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s multiplayer, with 10 rounds to disable shields and 3 rounds to the body for a kill. This effectively makes the SAW an overall upgrade to the Assault Rifle with its higher rate of fire, higher accuracy, and higher magazine capacity. This similarity makes canon sense as both weapons use the same 7.62×51mm FMJ round.
* Earning four kills with the SAW without dying in Majestic DLC matchmaking will unlock the [[Last Man Grinning]] [[achievement]].
* Earning four kills with the SAW without dying in Majestic DLC matchmaking will unlock the [[Last Man Grinning]] [[achievement]].
* The ''Appetite for Destruction'' variant of the SAW is a reference to the [[wikipedia:Appetite for Destruction|Guns N' Roses' debut studio album of the same name]].
* The ''Appetite for Destruction'' variant of the SAW is a reference to the [[wikipedia:Appetite for Destruction|Guns N' Roses' debut studio album of the same name]].

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M739 SAW
H5G-Render-SAW.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory[1][2]

Type:

Light machine gun

Cost:

3182 cR[2]

Specifications

Length:

45.9 inches (117 cm)[3]

Width:

9 inches (23 cm)[3]

Height:

12.3 inches (31 cm)[3]

Weight:

9.6 kilograms (21 lb)[2]

Ammunition type:

7.62×51mm FMJ[4]

Feed system:

64-, 72- (standard), or 128-round linked belt[2]

Operation:

Gas-operated, drum-fed [2]

Rate of fire:

937.5 RPM

Effective range:

Short to medium

  • 27.4 m (90.0 ft) (unscoped)[5]
  • 49.4 m (162 ft) (scoped)[5]
Service history

In service:

Insurrection[3]
Human-Covenant War
Post-Covenant War conflicts

 

The M739 Light Machine Gun (M739 LMG) is a squad automatic weapon (SAW) used by the UNSC Armed Forces. Designed and manufactured by Misriah Armory, the M739 is used in protracted engagements where sustained or suppressive fire is required. The weapon is fed ammunition by a 72-round belt in a drum magazine.[1]

Overview

SAWs increased in usage over the 22nd century during the first major colonial conflicts. In response, Misriah Armory began development of light machine guns that could serve in a SAW role. The M739 is the most recent addition to this, being introduced during the late years of the Insurrection, and continuing on into the Human-Covenant War. As of 2558, the UNSC continues to use the M739.[6] It is classified as a Common REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 4 energy.[7]

Gameplay

Changes from Halo 4 to Halo 5: Guardians

  • Can now utilize the Smart Scope feature to decrease reticle bloom and increase range by 80%.
  • Increased/decreased damage and added headshot bonus, killing in 11-14 rounds instead of 13, depending on the headshot bonus.

Variants

  • Appetite for Destruction: The Appetite for Destruction features a 50% larger magazine, increased ammo capacity, and Stabilization Jets. It requires Level 5 energy and is classified as an Uncommon REQ.[7]
  • The Answer: While The Answer fires at an approximately 50% slower rate than other M739s, it features projectiles with proximity-fused high explosive warheads. It has also less recoil and greater accuracy than the standard M739, to the point of minimal reticule bloom even when fired full-auto, and can carry up to 3.5 reserve clips (= 252 rounds), unusual because all other weapons have their maximum clip count set to a whole number. It takes 5 rounds to kill a Spartan in War Games. It is classified as a Rare REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 6 energy.[7] It can also be found as the third and final hidden weapon in the campaign level Genesis, in a pair.[8]
  • Appetite for Destruction.

    Appetite for Destruction.

  • The Answer.

    The Answer.

Trivia

Main-Legendary.png See our gameplay information related to M739 SAW on its gameplay page.
Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.
  • The SAW has the same damage properties as the Assault Rifle in Halo 4's multiplayer, with 10 rounds to disable shields and 3 rounds to the body for a kill. This effectively makes the SAW an overall upgrade to the Assault Rifle with its higher rate of fire, higher accuracy, and higher magazine capacity. This similarity makes canon sense as both weapons use the same 7.62×51mm FMJ round.
  • Earning four kills with the SAW without dying in Majestic DLC matchmaking will unlock the Last Man Grinning achievement.
  • The Appetite for Destruction variant of the SAW is a reference to the Guns N' Roses' debut studio album of the same name.

Gallery

  • Concept art of the M739 SAW for Halo 4.

    Concept art of the M739 SAW for Halo 4.

  • Conceptual exploration of the SAW.

    Conceptual exploration of the SAW.

  • Render of the M739 SAW in Halo 4.

    Render of the M739 SAW in Halo 4.

  • In-game blueprint of the M739 LMG.

    In-game blueprint of the M739 LMG.

  • Reference of the M739 SAW.

    Reference of the M739 SAW.

  • A Ranger-clad Spartan-IV reloading an M739 SAW.

    A Ranger-clad Spartan-IV reloading an M739 SAW.

  • Detail of the M739 LMG's drum magazine.

    Detail of the M739 LMG's drum magazine.

  • A Warrior-clad Spartan-IV wielding the M739.

    A Warrior-clad Spartan-IV wielding the M739.

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    A Pathfinder-clad Spartan-IV wielding the M739 Light Machine Gun in War Games.

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    The M739 LMG being used against opposing Spartan-IVs in War Games.

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    The M739 LMG at the Type-26 Banshee spawn point on Exile.

  • A Spartan-IV firing an M739 LMG at an opposing Spartan-IV on Longbow.

    A Spartan-IV firing an M739 LMG at an opposing Spartan-IV on Longbow.

  • Side view of an Operator-clad Spartan-IV wielding an M739 LMG.

    Side view of an Operator-clad Spartan-IV wielding an M739 LMG.

  • A SAW being purchased at a Req terminal during a match of Warzone in Halo 5: Guardians.

    A SAW being purchased at a Req terminal during a match of Warzone in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • First-person view of the SAW in Halo 5: Guardians.

    First-person view of the SAW in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • First-person view of the SAW by Fred-104 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

    First-person view of the SAW by Fred-104 in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

  • Smart scope with the SAW on Entombed.

    Smart scope with the SAW on Entombed.

  • Alternate view of the M739 SAW's smart scope.

    Alternate view of the M739 SAW's smart scope.

  • John-117 using a SAW against a Sangheili Warrior aboard Argent Moon.

    John-117 using a SAW against a Sangheili Warrior aboard Argent Moon.

  • First-person view of Appetite for Destruction.

    First-person view of Appetite for Destruction.

  • A Mark IV-clad Spartan-IV using Appetite for Destruction on Escape from ARC.

    A Mark IV-clad Spartan-IV using Appetite for Destruction on Escape from ARC.

  • First-person view of The Answer.

    First-person view of The Answer.

  • First-person view of The Answer by Edward Buck in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

    First-person view of The Answer by Edward Buck in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

  • A FOTUS-clad Spartan-IV using The Answer in Warzone Firefight.

    A FOTUS-clad Spartan-IV using The Answer in Warzone Firefight.

Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards

  • SAW - Basic Certification.

    SAW - Basic Certification.

  • REQ Card - SAW.png

    SAW - Basic Weapon.

  • Appetitefordestruction.png

    SAW - Appetite for Destruction variant.

  • Theanswer.png

    SAW - The Answer variant.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ a b Halo Waypoint: The Halo Bulletin: 8.8.12
  2. ^ a b c d e Halo 4 Limited Edition, UNSC Infinity Briefing Packet
  3. ^ a b c d Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 67
  4. ^ Halo 4 Interactive Guide
  5. ^ a b YouTube - Halo 5 | SAWs Analysis
  6. ^ Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 67
  7. ^ a b c Halo 5: Guardians
  8. ^ Halo 5 Guardians, campaign level Genesis

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List of infantry support weapons in UNSC service
Anti-vehicle weapons
Railguns ARC-920 railgun (Arclight • Whiplash)
M6 Spartan Lasers M6/E ( Endgame • Selene's Lance) • M6/R • M6/V • M6/X
Rocket launchers and recoilless rifles Hydra MLRS (MLRS-1 (Typhon • Echidna) • MLRS-2 (Pursuit)) • M149 Magellan • M19-B SAM • M41 SPNKR (M41B • M41D (Tracker) • SPNKr EM • SPNKr EX • SPNKr Prime) • M57 Pilum (Ad Victoriam • High Five) • STMPr • SGM-151 series (LAU-65D missile pod • LAU-1810 missile launcher)
Light machine guns M67 LAW • M328 LMG • M739 SAW (Appetite for Destruction • The Answer)
Medium machine guns M231 MMG
Heavy machine guns AIE-486H • HMG-38 HMG • M43 HMG • M199 HMG • M247 series (M247H (Etilka • M247 GPMG) • M247T) • M413 HMG
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