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A r e s S S - 7 G r e n a d e L a u n c h e r

Gaining in popularity with several riot control departments, the SS-7 AGL allows for rapid dispersal of chemical and stun grenades, as well as more lethal charges for military applications. Quick-change rotary drum magazines and a recoil-dampening stock have helped make this weapon the runner up in the vaunted Desert Wars Most Valuable Weapon three years running!

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Seburo M57	GL	NA	SA	12(m)	8.25	grenade	4,000n¥	8/4 days	3

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A r m s c o r 4 0 m m M u l t i p l e G r e n a d e L a u n c h e r

The Armscor 40mm Multiple Grenade Launcher is made by Armscor of South Africa (not to be confused with the old Armscor from the Phillipines) and fires 40mm explosive grenades from a 12-round drum magazine. The weapon, while heavy, can be fired single handed by cyber-enhanced idividuals, trolls, and even some orks. This has caused the weapon to rapidly gain cred with booster-gangs.

(-1 concealability with the stock extended)

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Seburo M57	GL	4/5	SS	1(b)	3.35	grenade	5,055n¥	10/4 days	4

A r m T e c h M G L - 12 & M G L - 6 G r e n a d e L a u n c h e r

The ArmTech MGL-12 multi-grenade launcher is a bullpup semi-automatic grenade launcher that loads a clip of twelve standard mini-grenades. The weapon can accept top and bottom mounted targeting and sighting accessories, but cannot accept barrel mount accessories. ArmTech also produces the pistol-style MGL-6 which loads a clip of 6 minigrenades.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
ArmTech MGL-12	GL	3	SA	12(c)	5.0	grenade	2,200n¥	6/36 hrs	3
ArmTech MGL-6	GL	6	SA	6(c)	2.5	grenade	1,600n¥	6/36 hrs	3

>>>>[Ya know, the most important thing about these kinds of weapons is knowing how to use em. Most fragged up thing I ever saw was a street-sam bristling with weapons trying to hit a go-ganger on a BMW-Blitzen with one of these. I felt like I was in one of those Passion Synclaire shadowrunner sims.]<<<< -Minx (23:21:02|05-14-60)

>>>>[Shut yer yap! I blew that FRAGGIN SLITCH TO PIECES! Don't make me do the same to you.]<<<<< -Slagg (8:02:17|06-22-60)

>>>>[Slag ol buddy, no you didn't. You blasted a Lone Star cruiser which blew real nice, but I raced outta there just fine. Guess you were too busy dodging the blue afterwards to check.]<<<<< -Minx (02:10:20|06-24-60)

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>>>[Thanks Mac.]<<<< -Minx (22:46:03|06-25-60)

M 5 5 6 V e r y L i g h t M o r t a r S y s t e m ( V L M S )

The M556 is a light, burst fire capable fire support system designed for small unit fire support, where a standard mortar would be too cumbersome. With a loaded weight of 5 kilograms, and only 2 feet long, it is a more portable alternative to the M-12 in some situations and more economical as well. The weapon comes with a custom sling allowing comfortable carry of this weapon. The weapon is deployed using a front bipod that can be automatically adjusted, and a four point baseplate that folds up for transport.

The frame of the VLMS is made of standard ceramic composites, and using high strength plastics for most of the construction. The baseplate of the weapon is segmented into four legs that spring out and provide a stable base for firing. Mounted near the muzzle is an automatically adjustable front bipod. Using a micromotor, the bipod can be remotely raised and lowered as needed. This permits both low angle and high angle firing. Control of the VLMS is through a specially mounted keypad that has a reel that dispenses a 30m cord to effect remote firing. The control system is the size of a large calculator, and permits full fire control. Adjustments such as elevation and depression can be made from this. However, for adjusting the weapon to fire in a different direction, the baseplate allows the weapon to be rotated 360º to allow this. However, for best effects, the weapon should be pointed in the best direction possible.

The computer system mounted has the ability to calculate trajectories, and other necessary data. Should the adjustment require any direction change, the display will alert the user to the desired direction necessary. Then the necessary adjustments can be made. The system also monitors ammunition load, barrel temperature, etc. This system can be hooked up both to the Battletac FDDM and the PARGET system if needed. The keypad attaches to the top of the weapon via hooks, and the inbuilt reel houses the control cord. The electronics of the weapon are powered by a lithium battery that provides up to 10 hours of continious use. Additionally, a backup iron sighting attachment that is standard to all mortars may be used instead. This is detachable, and weighs 0.5 kg. This comes with the M556 when purchased.

The weapon is fed by a nine round clip that fires specialized ammunition comparable to mini-grenades. The major difference is that the rounds are longer, and can reach out to 1,000 meters. The clip is mounted on the side of the weapon, for ease of reloading, such as in a situation where it can be loaded while in the prone position. All rounds are caseless, and it uses an electrical firing system to keep the weight and size down. Additionally, this helps reduce weight allowing more rounds to be carried in a combat environment. Firing modes of the VLMS is only single shot or burst fire. Due to this high rate of fire, especially at burst fire, there is a specialized feed system that carries 30 rounds in a large drum, and has a flexi-feed system to allow positive feed of the weapon.

Weapon	Range	Conceal	Ammo	Mode	Damage	Weight	Cost	Avail	Index
M556 VLMS	Sniper	2	9(c)	SS/BF	see below**	5.0(unloaded)	10,000 n¥	16/20 days	4

** Ammunition for this system uses the standard mini-grenade rules, and when figuring cost, add 4 to the availability, 4 to the time, and multiply the grenades cost by 5. Ammunition weight is .15 kg per round, and a full, nine round clip weights 1.5 kilograms (weight figured into weapon weight).

The weapon mounts on the barrel an Improved Gas-Vent IV, the baseplate offers 2 points of recoil compensation, and use heavy weapon recoil rules. The control keypad has a barrier rating of 3 and is fully waterproofed. Deploying and breaking down the weapon requires Four Complex Actions to perform. The weapon has a scatter of 3D6.

S e b u r o M 5 7 G r e n a d e L a u n c h e r

Designed for a more efficient approach to both indirect, and direct fire support, Seburo has offered their M57 "Smart Grenade Launcher". With the use of the old 40mm grenades, Seburo engineers decided to make the weapon more effective by making it more "intelligent". What they did was build a standard M203 configuration grenade launcher, using the latest in ceramic materials, then add equipment. The heart of the system is the top mounted COT-capable electro-optical scope image magnification-3 scope, which has circuits for low-light, as well as thermographic vision. This transmits data into the firing chamber, which electronically sends to the round. This also recieves data from the internal Smartlink II, which is backed up by the Rangefinder Air-Timed Grenade Retrofit, allowing superior accuracy with standard grenades. The weapon has a folding stock, to allow easy carry and compactness. Shock pads are mounted to reduce the recoil of this weapon.

(-1 concealability with the stock extended)

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Seburo M57	GL	4/5	SS	1(b)	3.35	grenade	5,055n¥	10/4 days	4

S e b u r o M 5 8 A u t o m a t i c G r e n a d e L a u n c h e r

Seburo M58

An MGL type weapon adapted for the heavier 40mm Grenade, the Seburo M58 is a bullpup, ceramic framed weapon that is fed from a four round hopper, or clip. The rounds are loaded like normal rounds, but the hopper is in itself unique. Complementing the ambidexrous construction of the weapon, with a button forward of the ejection port, to allow both left- and right-handed firers to use the weapon with the same accuracy. Since such a hopper would present a slight discomfort to the firer, it has been constructed with a flat side, so that the user may comfortably position his or her arm when firing. The other side faces inward, therefore not causing any discomfort (the picture above shows the weapon configured for a right handed firer). The clip itself is ambidextrous, allowing the rounds to be inserted in the preferred direction. There is no capability to mix and match, and select the appropriate type of round suited for the job. In case the clip does not have what you need, the bolt can be locked back, and operated like a breech fed weapon. The user simply removes the clip, locks the bolt to the rear, inserts the desired round, releases the bolt, chambering the round.

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Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Seburo M58	GL	2	SA	4(c)	4.5	grenade	3,660n¥*	8/2 wks	3

The weapon cannot mount any accessories. Recoil is +2 per round. The barrel mounts an Improved Gas-Vent I offering 2 points of compensation, while the butt offers 2 points. TAG FireForce II pouches hold one clip, and take up 3 points.

A r e s M - 3 2 V e c t o r A u t o m a t i c G r e n a d e L a u n c h e r

Vector M-32

A rapid firing automatic grenade launcher, Ares M-32 Vector is fairly typical of modern AGLs. Typically serviced by a two man crew - one carying the weapon and the other carrying ammunition & tripod, the M-32 uses lightweight polymers and ceramics extensively throughout its construction to reduce weight. The vector comes with Ares trademark Smartlink II standard and a collapsable tripod mount that can easily be removed, allowing the AGL to be attached to a standard vehicle mount. The Vector uses 25-round belts of grenade ammunition loaded on the right side of the weapon.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Ares Vector M-32	GL	NA	S/B/F	belt	12.0	grenade	12,500 n¥	16/4 wks	5

**The weapon weighs 8 kgs without the tripod.

>>>>>[The Ares M-32 scares the living crap out of me. I *love* it.]<<<<< -Large Mike (19:21:03|06-13-60)

>>>>>[the only problem with the Ares M-32 is that like with all grenade launchers, the rounds scatter before going off...still that's 10 grenades scattering within a dozen metres. Chunky salsa.]<<<<< -Macavity (19:26:53|06-13-60)

S e b u r o M 5 9 G r e n a d e M a c h i n e g u n

Seburo M59

Based off a 20th Century design (EDITORS NOTE: The Swedish/US Striker CG40), this utilizes the latest in targeting systems as well as a ceramic frame to make sure that you don't get bogged down by this superb weapon. Like any machinegun, it is belt fed, with a mount on the left side, which is the only side it can be fed from, to hold 25-round belted 40mm grenades (an empty can is provided with purchase of this weapon, extra ones are available). Operation is by blowback, ensuring that accuracy is maintained. Accuracy for this weapon is enhanced through the use of the Smartlink II system, coupled with the Rangefinder Air-Timed Grenade Retrofit, a standard which Seburo lives by. Suppression of the weapon's recoil is handled by a lightweight tripod that is easily removable, allowing the M59 to be mounted on other standard mounts, for increased firepower.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Seburo M59	GL	NA	BF/FA	belt	10.75	grenade	3,275n¥	16/8 wks	5

**The weapon weighs 6.75 kg without the tripod. The ammo cans, which can hold up to 25 grenades, weighs 2 kg empty, and cost 500¥ each, having the same Availability and Street Index as the weapon.

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B a l l i s t a M u l t i r o l e L a u n c h e r

The Saeder-Krupp manufactured Ballista Launcher is a backpack unit that deploys an over-the-shoulder launch tube. The weapon can be fired directly or indirectly, with the rounds homing in via laser designator. The Ballista comes equipped with a laser target designator, but cannot mount other accessories.

The Ballista may only use Ballista munitions. The Mk I is an armor-piercing dumb-fire rocket, for both direct & indirect fire modes. The Mk II is an armor-piercing , semi-smart missile used only for direct fire. The Mk III is an armor-piercing, laser-tracking missile used ofr direct & indirect fire. The Mk III must be directed by a laser, microwave or radar designator - chosen when purchasing the munittions. All three are antivehicular.

The Ballista's magazine holds 4 Ballista rounds regardless of type, and can hold mixed ammunition types. For the user of the backpack to reload, they must remove the backpack and take 3 Combat Turns. Another individual may reload the backpack for the user, taking 2 Combat Turns to remove and slap in a replacement magazine.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Cost	Avail	Index
Ballista Launcher		NA	-	4(m)	6.5	10,500n¥	18/30 days	4

Ballista Round	Range	Con	Intelligence	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
MK I		NA	NA	2.75	14D (AV)	1,000n¥	12/21 days	4
MK II		NA	6	2.75	14D (AV)	2,000n¥	14/28 days	4
MK III		NA	5	2.75	14D (AV)	2,500n¥	18/28 days	4

M 7 9 B 1 L i g h t A n t i - A r m o r W e a p o n

M79B1 Light Anti-Armor Weapon

The M79B1 LAW is the most common portable launcher in the world. This disposable, telescoping, single-shot LAW is completely self-contained and cannot accept any firearm accesories. The LAW vents launch gases through the rear of the firing tube, eliminating recoil. A simple, flip-up aperture permits quick sighting under standard environmental conditions.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
M79B1 LAW		4/-	SS	1	2.5	10M-AV	700n¥	6/36 days	2

A r b e l a s t I I M e d i u m A n t i - A r m o r W e a p o n

Arbelast II MAW Rocket Launchers

This shoulder-mounted MAW (Medium Anti-Armor Weapon) fires a heavier rocket & warhead than its LAW cousin. The rigid disposable canister has a built-in Rating 1 imaging scope and cannot take any other firearm accessory.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Arbelast II MAW		NA	SS	1	2.75	15D(HE)	1200n¥	8/48 hrs	2

G r e a t D r a g o n A T G M

Great Dragon ATGM

The Great Dragon ATGM (anti-tank guided missile) is built by a partnership of Mitsubishi and General Motors Military Division. The Great Dragon ATGM is the ground-based spinoff of GM's popular Bandit air-to-ground missiles and is fired from a tripod-mounted, reusable canister. Delayed main-engine ignition helps hide the launcher's location and an integral, semi-smart tracking system keeps the launched missile on target. A shaped-charge armor piercing warhead enable the Great Dragon to stop enemy armor of any size.

Weapon	Int	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
L-ATGM	4	1	SS	1	2.75	20D(AV)	1200n¥	8/48 hrs	2

D e a m o n S A M

Deamon SAM

The simple and easy to use design has made these a well liked urban AA alternative. The top unit is shown in the open, primed, and ready to use. The bottom unit is in the folded, transport condition.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Uzi 4 Micro	LP	NA	O	1	2.0	12D	3,000n¥	8/6 days	2

M a n e x S l a s h e r S A M

Slasher SAM

The CAS has started to issue to its line troops Manex's new Slasher II surface to air missile. Thus the older, original Slasher missiles have started to show up in the hands of border runners, CAS Border Scouts, and some licensed security users. A few of these are now even finding there way into the hands of smugglers and black market weapons dealers.

The original Slasher is comprised of a launcher and a missile pack. The missile is loaded into the launcher and then fired. The missile has a sophisticated tracking and targeting system and has been quite successful in it's intended role.

Weapon	Type	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Manex Slasher SAM	MSAM	NA	O	1	4.0	14D	2,750 n¥	8/8 days	2

H A M M E R A n t i - T a n k M i s s i l e

HAMMER Anti-Tank Missile

The HAMMER launcher has become a standard anti-vehicle missile. Utilizing a microwave seeking head combined with advanced inflight systems, it has an accuracy and range needed to deal with most vehicles. The HAMMER launcher has a Mag 2, Thermo capable sight that allows extreme targeting in many weather conditions. The Microwave designator is in line with the sight so what the gunner locks onto the designator paints. Used as both a vehicle mounted or tripod mounted weapon it can be found in many military and corporate units.

[ Game Notes: This weapon has a back blast area of 1 meter by 12 meters. This area does 12M damage (-1 per meter). The launcher takes two complex actions to reload. ]

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
MP105	SMG	9/3	SA/BF	24(c)	2.0	6M	1,300n¥	Avail	Index

A T - 2 7 " S p i n n e r "

AT-27 "Spinner"

This is the standard tripod mounted ATGM used by the Russian ground forces. The missile is designed to engage medium to heavy armor on the battlefield. It uses a tandem warhead to achieve this mission very well as well as being a fire and forget weapon, with the gunner firing, then setting up to another position and re-firing. The missile has a millimeter wave radar for both flight and terminal homing. The missile can be set for two modes, either "Direct" or "Indirect". Direct mode is a normal flight profile for an anti-tank missile. "Indirect" is used when CIWS systems are present on the battlefield. The normal flight path is used, then the missile pops up and attacks the top armor of the target. This gives a +1 modifier to any CIWS attempting to engage this missile.

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
MP105	ML	NA	O	1	17	20D	2500n¥	8/96 hrs	3

*Use the range table, but the maximum range is 8km
**2D/18D against ablative armor, 20D against regular armor, and is armor piercing.
***Weight of missile including canister.
Note: When mounting this on a vehicle, it requires 0.5 CF per missile in the form of reloads.

S A - 2 6 G r a n i t e M a n P o r t a b l e S A M

The SA-26 (9K78) Man Portable SAM is the current SAM used by the Commonwealth of Independent States Army. The system is a direct descendant of the SA-18 "Grouse" SAM. The main improvements over the years is the addition of a more improved sighting system that allows better acquisition and destruction of highly maneuverable targets.

(Laser sight provides -1 TN)

Weapon	Range	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost	Avail	Index
Beretta Model 70	Ballista	NA	SS	1	7	18D	5000n¥	12/1 wk	4

T e x t r o n B G M - 3 0 0 T i g e r A n t i - T a n k G u i d e d M i s s i l e

Tiger

The BGM-300 Tiger ATGM is a mobile, if not effective anti-armor missile. Designed for heavier vehicles, the BGM-300 features a tandem warhead, dual seeking missile with top attack capability. It is fired from a tripod launcher that mounts the launcher assembly, and the sensor system. The launcher assembly has a rear port for inserting the missiles in the rear. Each missile is sealed inside a combined transport/launcher tube. This allows rapid field reloading in the field. The missile itself has a smokeless launcher, and can be fired from indoor spaces, only needing a 1m area to fire. The missile can home both on laser and radar designators.

The missile itself has a range of only 7 kilometers, and has thrust vectoring for high engagement potential. It is also a fire and forget missile, which is only available in the radar designation mode. Mounted in the nose cone is a millimeter-wave radar, and when launched, the radar provides terminal homing for the missile. It also provides homing for the laser guided mode as well. The firer simply has to cue the missile to the target, launch the missile, and then reload and aim at another target. And the sensor system mounts both, with a thermographic sight with a non-glare coating to prevent the sunlight from causing glare, allowing the firer to be found. Below the sensor housing are two hand rests, with the right one having the firing trigger. This is designed to put less wear on the soldier, who will hit better when more relaxed.

The system can be broken down into three parts, the launcher assembly, and the tripod. All have specialized carrying gear that comes with the launcher, allowing it to be man-packable. It can also be mounted on a standard pintle mount through the use of an adapter assembly in the bottom of the tripod housing. The tripod legs can be removed, and fired from a pintle mount.

Weapon	Type	Con	Mode	Ammo	Weight	Damage	Cost
BGM-300 "Tiger"	L-ATGM	NA	O	1	15	22D	30,000n¥

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