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A '''phaser rifle''' is a powerful weapon used for special circumstances and missions when heavy hostile retaliation is expected. Unlike the [[personal phaser|type 2 phaser]], it is not standard equipment on an away team. | A '''phaser rifle''' is a powerful weapon used for special circumstances and missions when heavy hostile retaliation is expected. Unlike the [[personal phaser|type 2 phaser]], it is not standard equipment on an away team. | ||
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===Type 3 Phaser Rifle=== | ===Type 3 Phaser Rifle=== | ||
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File:Type 3 Phaser Rifle.jpg|Type 3 Phaser Rifle, current model | File:Type 3 Phaser Rifle.jpg|'''Type 3 Phaser Rifle''', current model | ||
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File:Type 3a Phaser Rifle.jpg|Type 3a Phaser Rifle | File:Type 3a Phaser Rifle.jpg|'''Type 3a Phaser Rifle''' | ||
File:Type 3b Phaser Rifle.jpg|Type 3b Phaser Rifle | File:Type 3b Phaser Rifle.jpg|'''Type 3b Phaser Rifle''' | ||
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The redesigned '''Type 3 Phaser Rifle''' was first introduced in 2373 with two models, the Type 3a and Type 3b. It has since undergone several revisions, and the current model was introduced in 2379. Although not part of a standard away team's inventory, the Type 3 Phaser Rifle is the standard heavy weapon carried aboard most Starfleet vessels and stations. | The redesigned '''Type 3 Phaser Rifle''' was first introduced in 2373 with two models, the '''Type 3a''' and '''Type 3b'''. It has since undergone several revisions, and the current model was introduced in 2379. Although not part of a standard away team's inventory, the Type 3 Phaser Rifle is the standard heavy weapon carried aboard most Starfleet vessels and stations. | ||
*'''Total length:''' 76.2cm (30 inches) | |||
*'''Weight:''' 4.5 kilograms (9.9 pounds) | |||
*'''Power Settings:''' 1-16 | |||
*'''Firing Modes:''' | |||
**''Single'' - As with any other phaser weapon, one shot per pull of the trigger. | |||
**''Sustained'' - A sustained beam or stream, which is useful for cutting through obstacles or wearing down force fields or the target's resistance. Activated by holding the trigger down. | |||
**''Burst'' - Capable of firing up to twenty-five pulses of energy within a second. Burst fire coils store energy in a similar way as a phaser cannon, charging all the coils with the energy for the imminent firing. The coils cannot hold the energy for long, and the energy is allowed to dissipate out of the coils to avoid an overload. This reduces the life span of the power pack by approximately 50% and causes the coils to visibly glow, emanate heat, and emit sound at 45 decibels, which limits its use in many combat situations. There is a delay of 0.02 second between pulses allowing the user to engage multiple targets. | |||
===EVA Phaser Rifle=== | ===EVA Phaser Rifle=== | ||
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File:EVA phaser rifle.jpg|EVA Phaser Rifle | File:EVA phaser rifle.jpg|'''EVA Phaser Rifle''' | ||
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The '''EVA Phaser Rifle''' is specifically designed for use in '''extra-vehicular activity (EVA) operations'''. Its weight and output has been calibrated to operate well in various hazardous conditions, such as near high radiation fields and in zero-G environments. | The '''EVA Phaser Rifle''' is specifically designed for use in '''extra-vehicular activity (EVA) operations'''. Its weight and output has been calibrated to operate well in various hazardous conditions, such as near high radiation fields and in zero-G environments. | ||
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===Compression Phaser Rifle=== | ===Compression Phaser Rifle=== | ||
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File:Compression phaser rifle.jpg|Compression Phaser Rifle | File:Compression phaser rifle.jpg|'''Compression Phaser Rifle''' | ||
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A proven and favorite weapon of many Starfleet officers since the 2370s, the '''Compression Phaser Rifle''' has seen less frequent use in recent years as its various technologies have since been incorporated into the latest model of the Type 3 Phaser Rifle. | A proven and favorite weapon of many Starfleet officers since the 2370s, the '''Compression Phaser Rifle''' has seen less frequent use in recent years as its various technologies have since been incorporated into the latest model of the Type 3 Phaser Rifle. | ||
===Type 33 CQC=== | |||
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File:PHASER-type33-CQC.jpg|'''Type 33 CQC Phaser Rifle''' | |||
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The Type 33 Close Quarters Combat Phaser Rifle is the newest addition to the Starfleet armoury. Production began in early 2388 in response to problems and concerns raised by Starfleet officers participating in the retaking of space station [[Deep Space 17]] during the [[Second Battle of Eratis]]. The Type 33 CQC's compact design is intended to make operating in confined spaces, such as the corridors and Jefferies tubes of DS17, far easier. | |||
*'''Total Length:''' 688mm (27.08 inches) | |||
*'''Weight:''' 2.54 kg (5.6 lbs). | |||
==Search and Rescue (SAR)== | |||
[[SAR Team|Starfleet Search & Rescue]] is a sub-organisation of Starfleet that combines all active branches of the service, including the [[StarFleet Marine Corps]]. The organisation is managed through a number of autonomous operations centres, usually referred to as SAR Ops. Due to their specialized mission profiles, SAR teams employ a number of armaments not typically stored among other standard issue Starfleet weapons. | |||
===Type 33A1 CQC/SOSAR=== | |||
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File:PHASER-type33A1.jpg|'''Type 33A1 CQC/SOSAR Phaser Rifle''' and variants | |||
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The Type 33A1, as its name suggests, is an updated variation of the Type 33 CQC. As SAR operational requirements demanded more compact and versatile -- yet still powerful -- weapons, the [[Starfleet Corps of Engineers]] began producing the 33A1 in mid-2389. Though very similar to its predecessor, the 33A1 features a shorter barrel, lower profile, and the inclusion of a rail system onto which operators can attach a variety of scopes and optics according to situational requirements, personal preference, or both. | |||
The 33A1 is the primary weapon for Starfleet Search and Rescue going forward, due to its compact design and versatility. | |||
*'''Total Length:''' 602mm (23.7 inches) | |||
*'''Weight:''' 2.54 kg (5.6 lbs). | |||
===Type 28=== | |||
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File:PHASER-type28.jpg|'''Type 28 Phaser Rifle''' | |||
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Initially designed as a special operations rifle for the [[Starfleet Marine Corps]], the Type 28 was quickly adopted as a useful mid-level workhorse rifle for Search and Rescue. Though not as compact as the Type 33, the 28's modular nature makes it a very useful tool -- the targeting sight can be swapped out for several different types of sight and the folding fore-grip can also be removed and replaced with a flashlight, scanner or one of several other types of tool. | |||
Type 28 rifles were used during the failed SAR mission to [[Duster's Range]] by the crew of the {{USS|Constitution|B}}. | |||
===Type 204 SOSAR=== | |||
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File:PHASER-type204-SOSAR.jpg|'''Type 204 SOSAR Phaser Rifle''' | |||
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The Type 204 SOSAR (Special Operations - Search And Rescue) has the distinction of being the only phaser designed specifically for Starfleet Search and Rescue. Based loosely on the Type 200 rifle -- which is still used by some marine contingents -- the 204 SOSAR includes many improvements, including an adjustable telescoping stock, a rail system to allow the attachment of various scanning and infrared tools, an extremely durable plasteel body and the standard attachment of a grenade launcher (primarily for using "flash-bang" grenades). | |||
The SOSAR is clearly a rifle used in more hostile situations, where it is known ahead of time that a SAR Team will face serious opposition to their goals from well-armed adversaries. | |||
===Type 32 and 32A OSR=== | |||
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File:PHASER-type32-32aOSR.jpg|'''Type 32 & 32A OSR Phaser Rifles''' | |||
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A rather larger rifle, the Type 32's base design was adapted to become the Type 33 CQC. A workhorse rifle, the 32 is still used in many combat situations, primarily by [[Starfleet Marines]], but also in some situations by [[Starfleet Security]]. Many prefer its more ergonomic design to that of the SOSAR. Its length makes the 32 generally ill-suited to SAR operations, but its Operational Support Rifle variant -- the '''Type 32A OSR''' -- has become standard equipment in any Search and Rescue department. Essentially a sniper rifle, the 32A goes by the much less militaristic sounding name of "Operational Support Rifle." The 32A OSR shares the same body as the Type 32, with a longer barrel, more advanced and higher quality targeting sight and a folding bipod. The purpose of the OSR is to provide support for evacuations and protection for SAR Team members performing their duties in hostile environments. | |||
==Other Weapons== | ==Other Weapons== | ||
===Isomagnetic Disintegrator=== | ===Isomagnetic Disintegrator=== | ||
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File:Isomagneticdisintegrator.jpg|Isomagnetic Disintegrator | File:Isomagneticdisintegrator.jpg|'''Isomagnetic Disintegrator''' | ||
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The '''Isomagnetic Disintegrator''' is a powerful shoulder-mounted weapon used in extreme combat situations. | The '''Isomagnetic Disintegrator''' is a powerful shoulder-mounted weapon used in extreme combat situations. | ||
===TR-116 Rifle=== | |||
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File:TR-116.jpg|'''TR-116 Rifle''' | |||
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The TR-116 Rifle delivers a lethal projectile rather than a phaser beam. Originally designed for use in dampening fields or radiogenic environments where conventional energy weapons are useless. The rifle fires a chemically propelled tritanium bullet and can be modified to use a micro-transporter to beam the projectile into a nearby room at lethal velocity at the time the trigger is pulled. | |||
Starfleet opted not to produce the weapon after the advent of the regenerative phaser. A prototype was developed and its replicator pattern remains on file if needed; however, the weapon remains unapproved for standard use on Starfleet installations. | |||
[[Category:Technology]] | [[Category:Technology]] | ||
[[Category:Weapons]] | [[Category:Weapons]] | ||
[[Category:Engineering Articles]] | [[Category:Engineering Articles]] |
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A phaser rifle is a powerful weapon used for special circumstances and missions when heavy hostile retaliation is expected. Unlike the type 2 phaser, it is not standard equipment on an away team. Standard IssueType 3 Phaser RifleThe redesigned Type 3 Phaser Rifle was first introduced in 2373 with two models, the Type 3a and Type 3b. It has since undergone several revisions, and the current model was introduced in 2379. Although not part of a standard away team's inventory, the Type 3 Phaser Rifle is the standard heavy weapon carried aboard most Starfleet vessels and stations.
EVA Phaser RifleThe EVA Phaser Rifle is specifically designed for use in extra-vehicular activity (EVA) operations. Its weight and output has been calibrated to operate well in various hazardous conditions, such as near high radiation fields and in zero-G environments. Compression Phaser RifleA proven and favorite weapon of many Starfleet officers since the 2370s, the Compression Phaser Rifle has seen less frequent use in recent years as its various technologies have since been incorporated into the latest model of the Type 3 Phaser Rifle. Type 33 CQCThe Type 33 Close Quarters Combat Phaser Rifle is the newest addition to the Starfleet armoury. Production began in early 2388 in response to problems and concerns raised by Starfleet officers participating in the retaking of space station Deep Space 17 during the Second Battle of Eratis. The Type 33 CQC's compact design is intended to make operating in confined spaces, such as the corridors and Jefferies tubes of DS17, far easier.
Search and Rescue (SAR)Starfleet Search & Rescue is a sub-organisation of Starfleet that combines all active branches of the service, including the StarFleet Marine Corps. The organisation is managed through a number of autonomous operations centres, usually referred to as SAR Ops. Due to their specialized mission profiles, SAR teams employ a number of armaments not typically stored among other standard issue Starfleet weapons. Type 33A1 CQC/SOSARThe Type 33A1, as its name suggests, is an updated variation of the Type 33 CQC. As SAR operational requirements demanded more compact and versatile -- yet still powerful -- weapons, the Starfleet Corps of Engineers began producing the 33A1 in mid-2389. Though very similar to its predecessor, the 33A1 features a shorter barrel, lower profile, and the inclusion of a rail system onto which operators can attach a variety of scopes and optics according to situational requirements, personal preference, or both. The 33A1 is the primary weapon for Starfleet Search and Rescue going forward, due to its compact design and versatility.
Type 28Initially designed as a special operations rifle for the Starfleet Marine Corps, the Type 28 was quickly adopted as a useful mid-level workhorse rifle for Search and Rescue. Though not as compact as the Type 33, the 28's modular nature makes it a very useful tool -- the targeting sight can be swapped out for several different types of sight and the folding fore-grip can also be removed and replaced with a flashlight, scanner or one of several other types of tool. Type 28 rifles were used during the failed SAR mission to Duster's Range by the crew of the USS Constitution-B. Type 204 SOSARThe Type 204 SOSAR (Special Operations - Search And Rescue) has the distinction of being the only phaser designed specifically for Starfleet Search and Rescue. Based loosely on the Type 200 rifle -- which is still used by some marine contingents -- the 204 SOSAR includes many improvements, including an adjustable telescoping stock, a rail system to allow the attachment of various scanning and infrared tools, an extremely durable plasteel body and the standard attachment of a grenade launcher (primarily for using "flash-bang" grenades). The SOSAR is clearly a rifle used in more hostile situations, where it is known ahead of time that a SAR Team will face serious opposition to their goals from well-armed adversaries. Type 32 and 32A OSRA rather larger rifle, the Type 32's base design was adapted to become the Type 33 CQC. A workhorse rifle, the 32 is still used in many combat situations, primarily by Starfleet Marines, but also in some situations by Starfleet Security. Many prefer its more ergonomic design to that of the SOSAR. Its length makes the 32 generally ill-suited to SAR operations, but its Operational Support Rifle variant -- the Type 32A OSR -- has become standard equipment in any Search and Rescue department. Essentially a sniper rifle, the 32A goes by the much less militaristic sounding name of "Operational Support Rifle." The 32A OSR shares the same body as the Type 32, with a longer barrel, more advanced and higher quality targeting sight and a folding bipod. The purpose of the OSR is to provide support for evacuations and protection for SAR Team members performing their duties in hostile environments. Other WeaponsIsomagnetic DisintegratorThe Isomagnetic Disintegrator is a powerful shoulder-mounted weapon used in extreme combat situations. TR-116 RifleThe TR-116 Rifle delivers a lethal projectile rather than a phaser beam. Originally designed for use in dampening fields or radiogenic environments where conventional energy weapons are useless. The rifle fires a chemically propelled tritanium bullet and can be modified to use a micro-transporter to beam the projectile into a nearby room at lethal velocity at the time the trigger is pulled. Starfleet opted not to produce the weapon after the advent of the regenerative phaser. A prototype was developed and its replicator pattern remains on file if needed; however, the weapon remains unapproved for standard use on Starfleet installations. |