Editing AvP: M42A

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'''Name''': M42A Scope Rifle<br />'''Model''': Armat Battlefield Systems M42A Scope Rifle<br />'''Type''': Sniper rifle<br />'''Scale''': Character<br />'''Skill''': Firearms<br />'''Ammo''': 15-round detachable box magazine (10×28mm Caseless)<br />'''Range''': 1-508/375/750 meters<br />'''Damage''': 6D

'''Special''':
*'''Scope''': The rifle is equipped with a combined multi-spectral passive sensor scope offering twenty times magnification. The scope display shows a composite image based on visual, infrared and electromagnetic emissions. The scope display can be augmented by input from the local sensor matrix via a digital comms broadcast or direct optic cable link; M314 Motion Trackers, ground radar, lidar and IR sensors may all be linked into the rifle. Furthermore, the optional PARGET control system — exact details of which remain classified — is apparently able to connect the rifle into local sentry gun matrix, allowing the scout sniper to redirect sentry gun firing arcs to a desired target. Attacks +1D.

'''Description''': Although visually very different, the M42A is designed to have a high degree of commonality with the M41A Pulse Rifle; internally, the weapon uses the same rotating breech and feed assembly, although it is chambered for slightly larger and more powerful 10×28mm Caseless ammunition. The weapon's bullpup configuration gives the maximum barrel length (81 cm) while maintaining a compact profile overall. The weapon is constructed from a duratel frame covered by an titanium-aluminide casing. The rifle's stock is fully adjustable to the individual scout sniper. A folding bipod is mounted above the barrel, which is free-floating and contained within a protective shroud and receiver housing. An optional flash suppressor or muzzle break can also be fitted. The rifle is fed from a 15-round magazine located behind the thumbhole grip.

The rifle is a key component of battalion operations. Its long range and precision extends the tactical zone of control by up to kilometre or more, subject to local terrain. The rifle is typically issued on a scale of one per company, though it is usually reserved for use in a battalion controlled pool of up to four scout snipers.

'''Source'''
*[http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/M42A_Scope_Rifle Xenopedia: M42A Scope Rifle]
*Aliens: Game Over v0.8 (page 29)
*thedemonapostle