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{{Quote|I believe that the sound of racking the pump of a shotgun is universally recognized as "kiss your ass goodbye".|Anonymous [[E2-BAG/1/7]] serviceman<ref name="bnet"/>}}
{{Quote|I believe that the sound of racking the pump of a shotgun is universally recognized as "kiss your ass goodbye".|Anonymous [[E2-BAG/1/7]] serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}}}}
The '''M90A Close Assault Weapon System''', or '''M90A CAWS''',<ref name="H3M">''[[Halo 3]]'', [[Halo 3 Instruction Manual#Weapons|Instruction Manual, Page 12, "SHOTGUN M90A CAWS"]]</ref> is a powerful pump-action shotgun in the service of the [[United Nations Space Command]] as a standard close-quarters assault weapon.<ref name="B.netstats">''[https://halo.bungie.net/Stats/Halo3/CareerStats.aspx?player=Lord%20Jozar&social=False Bungie.net, Halo 3 Service Record, Tools of Destruction]'' - ''"The UNSC's resident close-quarters assault weapon."''</ref> It is a variant of the widespread [[DTM series]] produced by [[Weapon System Technologies]].<ref name="bnet"/>
The '''M90A Close Assault Weapon System''', or '''M90A CAWS''',<ref name="H3M">''[[Halo 3]]'', [[Halo 3 Instruction Manual#Weapons|Instruction Manual, Page 12, "SHOTGUN M90A CAWS"]]</ref> is a powerful pump-action shotgun in the service of the [[United Nations Space Command]] as a standard close-quarters assault weapon.<ref name="B.netstats">''[https://halo.bungie.net/Stats/Halo3/CareerStats.aspx?player=Lord%20Jozar&social=False Bungie.net, Halo 3 Service Record, Tools of Destruction]'' - ''"The UNSC's resident close-quarters assault weapon."''</ref> It is a variant of the widespread [[DTM series]] produced by [[Weapon System Technologies]].{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
===Design===
===Design===
The M90A fires the tremendously powerful 8-gauge magnum cartridge, generally the 0000-variant, feeding from from a 6-shell dual-tubular non-detachable. The weapon has an overall length of 123.9 cm and a barrel length of 61 cm. It weighs 5.4 kg empty and 5.7 when fully loaded.<ref name="bnet"/> It has a characteristic shape, with the prominent non-detachable magazine positioned above the barrel, atop which are positioned a set of blue-glowing illuminated iron sights. Below the barrel, the forend (or "pump") follows a protruding rod. Into the forend is inserted a reddish button. On the weapon's left side, mounted along the barrel, is a flashlight. The adjustable stock, pistol grip and forend of the weapon have a matte black finish, with the rest of the weapon being a dark, metallic grey. The receiver port of the weapon is located on top of its body, roughly in-line with the trigger on the underside. It features a chrome finish, distinguishing it from the rest of the weapon's body.<ref name="Halo 3">''Halo 3'', Gameplay</ref><ref name="Halo 3: ODST">''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', Gameplay</ref>
The M90A fires the tremendously powerful 8-gauge magnum cartridge, generally the 0000-variant, feeding from from a 6-shell dual-tubular non-detachable. The weapon has an overall length of 123.9 cm and a barrel length of 61 cm. It weighs 5.4 kg empty and 5.7 when fully loaded.{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} It has a characteristic shape, with the prominent non-detachable magazine positioned above the barrel, atop which are positioned a set of blue-glowing illuminated iron sights. Below the barrel, the forend (or "pump") follows a protruding rod. Into the forend is inserted a reddish button. On the weapon's left side, mounted along the barrel, is a flashlight. The adjustable stock, pistol grip and forend of the weapon have a matte black finish, with the rest of the weapon being a dark, metallic grey. The receiver port of the weapon is located on top of its body, roughly in-line with the trigger on the underside. It features a chrome finish, distinguishing it from the rest of the weapon's body.<ref name="Halo 3">''Halo 3'', Gameplay</ref><ref name="Halo 3: ODST">''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', Gameplay</ref>


===Functionality===
===Functionality===
[[File:1211479389 Shotty Discharge.jpg|thumb|right|An M90A being discharged, firing standard 8-gauge magnum ammunition.]]
[[File:1211479389 Shotty Discharge.jpg|thumb|right|An M90A being discharged, firing standard 8-gauge magnum ammunition.]]
When using standard 0000 8-Gauge Magnum ammunition, the weapon does not fire a single projectile but a spray of small pellets known as [[wikipedia:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shotgun_shell#Buckshot|"buckshot"]], each of which leaves the weapon's barrel travelling at 300–400 m/s in a plume of fiery gasses.<ref name="bnet"/> After the weapon is discharged via the depression of a trigger positioned at the top of the pistol grip, the forend of the weapon (which acts as a foregrip for the user's non-dominant hand) must be retracted towards the stock by the user, ejecting the spent shell of the round just fired. When the forend is fully retracted, the way will have been cleared for an elevator to position a new shell from the magazine so that it can be loaded as the forend is once again pushed forward in the direction of the muzzle.<ref name="Halo 3"/><ref name="Halo 3: ODST"/>
When using standard 0000 8-Gauge Magnum ammunition, the weapon does not fire a single projectile but a spray of small pellets known as [[wikipedia:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shotgun_shell#Buckshot|"buckshot"]], each of which leaves the weapon's barrel travelling at 300–400 m/s in a plume of fiery gasses.{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} After the weapon is discharged via the depression of a trigger positioned at the top of the pistol grip, the forend of the weapon (which acts as a foregrip for the user's non-dominant hand) must be retracted towards the stock by the user, ejecting the spent shell of the round just fired. When the forend is fully retracted, the way will have been cleared for an elevator to position a new shell from the magazine so that it can be loaded as the forend is once again pushed forward in the direction of the muzzle.{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3}}{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3: ODST}}


At any point, the weapon's non-detachable magazine can be topped off or reloaded with more individual shells via the receiver. Once the magazine has been topped off, the weapon's action is cycled before firing can recommence.<ref name="Halo 3"/><ref name="Halo 3: ODST"/>
At any point, the weapon's non-detachable magazine can be topped off or reloaded with more individual shells via the receiver. Once the magazine has been topped off, the weapon's action is cycled before firing can recommence.{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3}}{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3: ODST}}


===Performance===
===Performance===
The M90A is a simple weapon, quite easy for any shooter to make use of. When firing standard ammunition, it possesses an effective range of 40m, an extreme degree of stopping power at close range, and a situationally beneficial lack of propensity to cause unintended damage to hard targets such as [[spacecraft]] hulls. It features noticeably milder recoil than other variants of the DTM series. A marine of [[E2-BAG/1/7]] noted that the M90A's usefulness outside of its specific role was somewhat limited, musing that it would perhaps be better thought of as a tool than a weapon.<ref name="bnet"/>
The M90A is a simple weapon, quite easy for any shooter to make use of. When firing standard ammunition, it possesses an effective range of 40m, an extreme degree of stopping power at close range, and a situationally beneficial lack of propensity to cause unintended damage to hard targets such as [[spacecraft]] hulls. It features noticeably milder recoil than other variants of the DTM series. A marine of [[E2-BAG/1/7]] noted that the M90A's usefulness outside of its specific role was somewhat limited, musing that it would perhaps be better thought of as a tool than a weapon.{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}}


===History===
===History===
The M90A was prominently employed by during the [[Battle of Earth]], including the [[Battle of Mombasa]],<ref name="Halo 3: ODST"/> the [[Attack on Crow's Nest]], and the [[Battle of Voi]], by [[UNSC Marine Corps|UNSC marines]],<ref name="Halo 3"/> [[New Mombasa Police Department|NMPD]] officers,<ref name="Halo 3: ODST"/> and in at least one case, civilian combatants.<ref name="The Storm">''Halo 3'', campaign level ''[[The Storm (Level)|The Storm]]''</ref> It was also used during the [[Battle of Installation 00|Battle of The Ark]].<ref name="Halo 3"/> After the war, an M90A was displayed in the [[Museum of Humanity]].<ref name="Enemy">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rz_7WWO8lXE ''Youtube'', Halo: 3 Belive: Enemy Weapon]</ref>
The M90A was prominently employed by during the [[Battle of Earth]], including the [[Battle of Mombasa]],{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3: ODST}} the [[Attack on Crow's Nest]], and the [[Battle of Voi]], by [[UNSC Marine Corps|UNSC marines]],{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3}} [[New Mombasa Police Department|NMPD]] officers,{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3: ODST}} and in at least one case, civilian combatants.<ref name="The Storm">''Halo 3'', campaign level ''[[The Storm (Level)|The Storm]]''</ref> It was also used during the [[Battle of Installation 00|Battle of The Ark]].{{Ref/Reuse|Halo 3}} After the war, an M90A was displayed in the [[Museum of Humanity]].<ref name="Enemy">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rz_7WWO8lXE ''Youtube'', Halo: 3 Belive: Enemy Weapon]</ref>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==

Revision as of 10:39, April 15, 2021

M90A Close Assault Weapon System
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Production overview

Manufacturer:

Weapon System Technologies[1]

Model series:

DTM series[1]

Type:

Pump-action shotgun[1]

Cost:

cR 2200[1]

Specifications

Length:

  • (o/a): 123.9 centimetres (48.8 in)[1]
  • (Barrel): 61 centimetres (24 in)[1]

Weight:

  • Empty: 5.4 kilograms (12 lb)[1]
  • Loaded: 5.7 kilograms (13 lb)[1]

Ammunition type:

8-Gauge Magnum[1]

Feed system:

6-shell dual-tubular non-detachable magazine[1]

Operation:

Pump-action[1]

Muzzle velocity:

300-400 m/s (980-1300 f/s)[1]

Effective range:

40 metres (130 ft)[1]

Service history

In service:

 

"I believe that the sound of racking the pump of a shotgun is universally recognized as "kiss your ass goodbye"."
— Anonymous E2-BAG/1/7 serviceman[1]

The M90A Close Assault Weapon System, or M90A CAWS,[2] is a powerful pump-action shotgun in the service of the United Nations Space Command as a standard close-quarters assault weapon.[3] It is a variant of the widespread DTM series produced by Weapon System Technologies.[1]

Overview

Design

The M90A fires the tremendously powerful 8-gauge magnum cartridge, generally the 0000-variant, feeding from from a 6-shell dual-tubular non-detachable. The weapon has an overall length of 123.9 cm and a barrel length of 61 cm. It weighs 5.4 kg empty and 5.7 when fully loaded.[1] It has a characteristic shape, with the prominent non-detachable magazine positioned above the barrel, atop which are positioned a set of blue-glowing illuminated iron sights. Below the barrel, the forend (or "pump") follows a protruding rod. Into the forend is inserted a reddish button. On the weapon's left side, mounted along the barrel, is a flashlight. The adjustable stock, pistol grip and forend of the weapon have a matte black finish, with the rest of the weapon being a dark, metallic grey. The receiver port of the weapon is located on top of its body, roughly in-line with the trigger on the underside. It features a chrome finish, distinguishing it from the rest of the weapon's body.[4][5]

Functionality

An M90A being discharged, firing standard 8-gauge magnum ammunition.

When using standard 0000 8-Gauge Magnum ammunition, the weapon does not fire a single projectile but a spray of small pellets known as "buckshot", each of which leaves the weapon's barrel travelling at 300–400 m/s in a plume of fiery gasses.[1] After the weapon is discharged via the depression of a trigger positioned at the top of the pistol grip, the forend of the weapon (which acts as a foregrip for the user's non-dominant hand) must be retracted towards the stock by the user, ejecting the spent shell of the round just fired. When the forend is fully retracted, the way will have been cleared for an elevator to position a new shell from the magazine so that it can be loaded as the forend is once again pushed forward in the direction of the muzzle.[4][5]

At any point, the weapon's non-detachable magazine can be topped off or reloaded with more individual shells via the receiver. Once the magazine has been topped off, the weapon's action is cycled before firing can recommence.[4][5]

Performance

The M90A is a simple weapon, quite easy for any shooter to make use of. When firing standard ammunition, it possesses an effective range of 40m, an extreme degree of stopping power at close range, and a situationally beneficial lack of propensity to cause unintended damage to hard targets such as spacecraft hulls. It features noticeably milder recoil than other variants of the DTM series. A marine of E2-BAG/1/7 noted that the M90A's usefulness outside of its specific role was somewhat limited, musing that it would perhaps be better thought of as a tool than a weapon.[1]

History

The M90A was prominently employed by during the Battle of Earth, including the Battle of Mombasa,[5] the Attack on Crow's Nest, and the Battle of Voi, by UNSC marines,[4] NMPD officers,[5] and in at least one case, civilian combatants.[6] It was also used during the Battle of The Ark.[4] After the war, an M90A was displayed in the Museum of Humanity.[7]

Gallery

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  • First-person view of the M90A Shotgun in Halo 3.

    First-person view of the M90A Shotgun in Halo 3.

  • The right side of the M90A.

    The right side of the M90A.

  • HUD view of the M90A in Halo 3 multiplayer.

    HUD view of the M90A in Halo 3 multiplayer.

  • A profile of the M90A.

    A profile of the M90A.

  • NMPD officers employing the M90A at Alpha Site.

    NMPD officers employing the M90A at Alpha Site.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r Bungie.net, M90A Close Assault Weapon System
  2. ^ Halo 3, Instruction Manual, Page 12, "SHOTGUN M90A CAWS"
  3. ^ Bungie.net, Halo 3 Service Record, Tools of Destruction - "The UNSC's resident close-quarters assault weapon."
  4. ^ a b c d e Halo 3, Gameplay
  5. ^ a b c d e Halo 3: ODST, Gameplay
  6. ^ Halo 3, campaign level The Storm
  7. ^ Youtube, Halo: 3 Belive: Enemy Weapon

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