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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*It is possible that Bungie named this shotgun the M45 because it is the in-game predeccessor to the M90: 45 is half of 90.
*It is possible that Bungie named this shotgun the M45 because it is the in-game successor to the M90: 45 is half of 90.
*In the ''Halo: Reach'' [[Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta|Multiplayer Beta]], the Shotgun had Cyan lights similar in ''Halo: CE'' and ''Halo 3''. This was changed in the final version of the game and is now Red in color.
*In the ''Halo: Reach'' [[Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta|Multiplayer Beta]], the Shotgun had Cyan lights similar in ''Halo: CE'' and ''Halo 3''. This was changed in the final version of the game and is now Red in color.



Revision as of 21:20, September 13, 2010

Template:Ratings Template:New Content Template:Weapon Infobox The M45 Tactical Shotgun, formally known as the Tactical Shotgun, 8 Gauge, Pump Action, M45, is a shotgun used by the United Nations Space Command Army.[1]

Design Details

A blueprint of the M45 Tactical Shotgun.

The M45 Tactical Shotgun is a special-purpose weapon used in any situation where the range of engagement is limited and when over-penetration is not desirable, but maximum stopping power is required.[1] Like the M90 Close Assault Weapon System, the M45 is a pump-action, magazine-fed (dual tubular, non-detachable type) weapon that uses 8 gauge magnum (3.75”) ammunition.

Gameplay

In gameplay, the M45 Tactical Shotgun is more powerful than the M90 Close Assault Weapon System from Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST. The rounds are packed closer when fired and the range is superior as well, which makes it harder to hit multiple enemies at close range.

Trivia

  • It is possible that Bungie named this shotgun the M45 because it is the in-game successor to the M90: 45 is half of 90.
  • In the Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta, the Shotgun had Cyan lights similar in Halo: CE and Halo 3. This was changed in the final version of the game and is now Red in color.

Gallery

List of appearances

Sources

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