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|name=M41 SSR MAV/AW | |name=M41 SSR MAV/AW | ||
|manufacturer= | |manufacturer= | ||
|model=M41 | |model=M41 | ||
|type=Rocket Launcher | |type=Rocket Launcher | ||
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|size= *Shoulder- | |size= *Shoulder-mounted | ||
*length: 134.9 centimeters (4.426 feet) | *length: 134.9 centimeters (4.426 feet) | ||
|damage per hit=Very High | |damage per hit=Very High to Instant-Kill | ||
|magazine=2 Rockets | |magazine=2 Rockets | ||
|maxammo=8 rockets or 4 magazines | |maxammo=8 rockets or 4 magazines | ||
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|range=Short to Long Range | |range=Short to Long Range | ||
|era=[[Human-Covenant War]] | |era=[[Human-Covenant War]] | ||
|counterpart= | |counterpart=[[Fuel Rod Gun]] | ||
|counterwep= | |||
|affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command]] | |affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command]] | ||
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==Design Details== | ==Design Details== | ||
[[File:ReachSchematic - Rocket.png|left|thumb|150px|A blueprint of the M41 in ''Halo: Reach''.]] | [[File:ReachSchematic - Rocket.png|left|thumb|150px|A blueprint of the M41 in ''Halo: Reach''.]] | ||
The M41 SSR is a heavy ordnance weapon in the [[UNSC]] arsenal that fires a [[HEAT|102mm Shaped-Charge High-Explosive]] Surface to Surface Missile. The launcher sports a 2x scope and can fire rockets over long distances with devastating accuracy, although its altitude decreases over longer distances, this model is not to be confused with the [[M19 SSM Rocket Launcher]]. The M41 is, however, identical to the M19 variant rocket launcher. The M41 uses a design unique among rocket launchers: when reloaded, the barrels are removed and two preloaded barrels are then reinserted into the unit. With this mechanism, a [[Marine]] can greatly reduce the weight he carries without throwing the weapon away like some contemporary disposable rocket launchers. | The M41 SSR is a heavy ordnance weapon in the [[UNSC]] arsenal that fires a [[HEAT|102mm Shaped-Charge High-Explosive]] Surface to Surface Missile. The launcher sports a 2x scope and can fire rockets over long distances with devastating accuracy, although its altitude decreases over longer distances, this model is not to be confused with the [[M19 SSM Rocket Launcher]]. The M41 is, however, identical to the M19 variant rocket launcher. The M41 uses a design unique among rocket launchers: when reloaded, the barrels are removed and two preloaded barrels are then reinserted into the unit. With this mechanism, a [[Marine]] can greatly reduce the weight he carries without throwing the weapon away like some contemporary disposable rocket launchers. Its functions, uses, and disposable nature make it very similar to the AT4 rocket launcher in use by the U.S. Military. | ||
===Advantages=== | ===Advantages=== | ||
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On the side of the M41 the labeling on the launcher and the rectangular cases that contain rocket ammunition has the words SPNKr. The M41 SSR is essentially a Halo Universe copy of the SPNKR-X17/18 SSM Launcher (Lazyboy) from [[Marathon (Video Game Series)|Marathon]]. The word "SPNKR" is an abbreviation of the word ''Spanker'' and serves as an inside joke for both fans and [[Bungie]] staff of the older series. | On the side of the M41 the labeling on the launcher and the rectangular cases that contain rocket ammunition has the words SPNKr. The M41 SSR is essentially a Halo Universe copy of the SPNKR-X17/18 SSM Launcher (Lazyboy) from [[Marathon (Video Game Series)|Marathon]]. The word "SPNKR" is an abbreviation of the word ''Spanker'' and serves as an inside joke for both fans and [[Bungie]] staff of the older series. | ||
==Changes from M19 SSM Rocket Launcher | ==Changes from M19 SSM Rocket Launcher in ''Halo 2''== | ||
In ''[[Halo 2]]'', the Rocket Launcher is much weaker than the one from ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', although it still can destroy a small sized vehicle with one shot. Despite how many rockets it takes to take out a vehicle, the ''Halo 2'' rocket launcher has a lock on system that tracks an enemy vehicle and nearly always hits its mark, destroying it. | In ''[[Halo 2]]'', the Rocket Launcher is much weaker than the one from ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', although it still can destroy a small sized vehicle with one shot. Despite how many rockets it takes to take out a vehicle, the ''Halo 2'' rocket launcher has a lock on system that tracks an enemy vehicle and nearly always hits its mark, destroying it. | ||
*The M41 HEAT rocket travels faster than its [[M19]] counterpart. | *The M41 HEAT rocket travels faster than its [[M19]] counterpart. | ||
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*Ammunition indicated in scope when zoomed in. | *Ammunition indicated in scope when zoomed in. | ||
*HUD ammo indicator illustration changed. | *HUD ammo indicator illustration changed. | ||
==Changes from ''Halo 3'' to ''Halo: Reach''== | |||
*Noticeable graphical updates that add a more detailed look. | |||
*The grips of the weapon are more enclosed into a thumbhole design. | |||
*It can now lock on to aircraft, but no other types of vehicles. | |||
*Slightly different firing and rocket detonation sounds. | |||
*Different reticule, now has a diamond shape inside of existing reticule. | |||
*Slightly faster rocket flight speed. | |||
==Tactics== | ==Tactics== | ||
