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{{Infobox weapon
{{Infobox weapon
| name              = Mk 208 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle
| name              = Mk 212 Automatic Service Rifle
| image              = [[File:Mk212.png|300px]]
| image              = [[File:Mk212.png|300px]]
| caption            = The Mk 212 HSBR, chambered in 7.7 mm SAC (Sustained Automatic Cartridge)
| caption            = The Mk 212 ASR, chambered in 8.5 mm SRC
| origin            = [[Confederation of Planets]]
| origin            = [[Confederation of Planets]]
| type              = {{wp|Service rifle|service rifle}}, {{wp|Assault rifle|assault rifle}}
| type              = {{wp|Bullpup}} {{wp|Assault rifle|assault rifle}} <br> {{wp|Carbine}} <br> {{wp|Light machine gun}}
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| is_ranged          = yes
| is_ranged          = yes
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<!-- Service history -->
<!-- Service history -->
| service            = 2950 - present
| service            = 2950 - present
| used_by            = [[Confederation of Planets]]
| used_by            = [[Oderran Confederation]]
| wars              = [[Milky Way Conflict]]
| wars              = [[Milky Way Conflict]]
<!-- Production history -->
<!-- Production history -->
| designer          =  
| designer          = Redbrook Armoury
| design_date        =  
| design_date        = 2935-2950
| manufacturer      =  
| manufacturer      = Redbrook Armoury <br> United Military Systems
| unit_cost          =  
| unit_cost          =  
| production_date    =  
| production_date    = 2950 - present
| number            =  
| number            =  
| variants          =
| variants          =
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| spec_label        =  
| spec_label        =  
| weight            = {{convert|3.7|kg|lb}}
| weight            = {{convert|3.7|kg|lb}}
| length            = {{convert|80|cm|in}}
| length            = {{convert|73.5|cm|in}}
| part_length        =  
| part_length        =  
| width              =  
| width              =  
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| passengers        =
| passengers        =
<!-- Ranged weapon specifications -->  
<!-- Ranged weapon specifications -->  
| cartridge          = 7.7 mm Sustained Automatic Cartridge
| cartridge          = 8.5 mm Service Rifle Cartridge
| cartridge_weight  = {{convert|11|g|gr}}
| cartridge_weight  = {{convert|12|g|gr}}
| caliber            = {{convert|7.7|mm|in}}
| caliber            = {{convert|8.5|mm|in}}
| barrels            =  
| barrels            =  
| action            = Electromagnetic coil accelerator
| action            = Electromagnetic coil accelerator
| rate              = 650 - 780 rounds per minute
| rate              = 650 - 780 rounds per minute cyclic
| velocity          = {{convert|1282|m/s|ft/s}}
| velocity          = {{convert|1282|m/s|ft/s}}
| range              = Effective range: {{convert|1900|m|yd}} <br> Maximum range: {{convert|4922|m|yd}}
| range              = Effective range: {{convert|1900|m|yd}} <br> Maximum range: {{convert|4922|m|yd}}
| max_range          =  
| max_range          =  
| feed              = Bullpup feed system with 32 round magazines
| feed              = Bullpup feed system with 32 or 46 round magazines
| sights            = Mod 2.1 holographic sight projection
| sights            = Mod 2.1 holographic sight projection
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The '''Mk 212 Automatic Service Rifle''' is a [[Oderran Confederation|Oderran]] designed and manufactured assault rifle based on the chassis of the [[Mk 208 HBSR]] battle rifle.
The '''Mk 212 Automatic Service Rifle''' is an [[Oderran Confederation|Oderran]] designed and manufactured assault rifle based off the chassis of the [[Mk 208 HBSR]] battle rifle. First designed in the 2930s by Redbrook Armoury, it is the standard service weapon of the Oderran military and various police forces. It is currently manufactured by Redbrook Armoury as well as the state-owned United Military Systems.
 
==Variants==
===ASR===
The Mk 212 ASR is the base configuration of the weapon, a full length bullpup assault rifle, first introduced into service in 2950.
 
*'''Mk 212 ASR-V1''': an improved variant introduced into service in 2965, featuring enhanced ergonomics and a holographic projection optic
*'''Mk 212 ASR-V2''': features an improved electronics package with additional navigation, atmospheric condition and targeting systems. Introduced in 2970.
*'''Mk 212 ASR-G1''': specialised variant based off the V2, designed for grenadier troops. Integral underbarrel grenade launcher replaces the stock handguard and uprated electronics package with targeting for the launcher. Introduced in 2971 and saw service for over 100 years.
*'''Mk 212 ASR-V3''': modernisation of the rifle introduced in 3100. Lightweight ruggedised furniture reduced bulk and weight with upgraded power delivery system and electromagnetic coil for improved performance.
*'''Mk 212 ASR-V4''': introduced in 3295 and upgraded the coil to a duplex system, greatly increasing muzzle velocity and penetration. Overhauled electronics package featuring datalink and networking built into the rifle. Definitive version in service during the Great Intergalactic War.
 
===ASWS===
The Mk 212-1 Automatic Squad Weapon System was developed to provide a common weapon system for machine gunners attached to squads. It features a lengthened 600 mm barrel, 100 round drum magazine, integrated bipod and improved recoil stabilisation system. First entered service in 2955.
 
*'''Mk 212-1 ASWS-V1''': improved magazine feed system that lessened weight and improved reliability. A redesigned integrated carrying handle was added, replacing the flimsy hook system. Introduced in 3000.

Revision as of 12:21, 12 February 2020

Mk 212 Automatic Service Rifle
Mk212.png
The Mk 212 ASR, chambered in 8.5 mm SRC
TypeBullpup assault rifle
Carbine
Light machine gun
Place of originConfederation of Planets
Service history
In service2950 - present
Used byOderran Confederation
WarsMilky Way Conflict
Production history
DesignerRedbrook Armoury
Designed2935-2950
ManufacturerRedbrook Armoury
United Military Systems
Produced2950 - present
Specifications
Weight3.7 kilograms (8.2 lb)
Length73.5 centimetres (28.9 in)

Cartridge8.5 mm Service Rifle Cartridge
Cartridge weight12 grams (190 gr)
Caliber8.5 millimetres (0.33 in)
ActionElectromagnetic coil accelerator
Rate of fire650 - 780 rounds per minute cyclic
Muzzle velocity1,282 metres per second (4,210 ft/s)
Effective firing rangeEffective range: 1,900 metres (2,100 yd)
Maximum range: 4,922 metres (5,383 yd)
Feed systemBullpup feed system with 32 or 46 round magazines
SightsMod 2.1 holographic sight projection

The Mk 212 Automatic Service Rifle is an Oderran designed and manufactured assault rifle based off the chassis of the Mk 208 HBSR battle rifle. First designed in the 2930s by Redbrook Armoury, it is the standard service weapon of the Oderran military and various police forces. It is currently manufactured by Redbrook Armoury as well as the state-owned United Military Systems.

Variants

ASR

The Mk 212 ASR is the base configuration of the weapon, a full length bullpup assault rifle, first introduced into service in 2950.

  • Mk 212 ASR-V1: an improved variant introduced into service in 2965, featuring enhanced ergonomics and a holographic projection optic
  • Mk 212 ASR-V2: features an improved electronics package with additional navigation, atmospheric condition and targeting systems. Introduced in 2970.
  • Mk 212 ASR-G1: specialised variant based off the V2, designed for grenadier troops. Integral underbarrel grenade launcher replaces the stock handguard and uprated electronics package with targeting for the launcher. Introduced in 2971 and saw service for over 100 years.
  • Mk 212 ASR-V3: modernisation of the rifle introduced in 3100. Lightweight ruggedised furniture reduced bulk and weight with upgraded power delivery system and electromagnetic coil for improved performance.
  • Mk 212 ASR-V4: introduced in 3295 and upgraded the coil to a duplex system, greatly increasing muzzle velocity and penetration. Overhauled electronics package featuring datalink and networking built into the rifle. Definitive version in service during the Great Intergalactic War.

ASWS

The Mk 212-1 Automatic Squad Weapon System was developed to provide a common weapon system for machine gunners attached to squads. It features a lengthened 600 mm barrel, 100 round drum magazine, integrated bipod and improved recoil stabilisation system. First entered service in 2955.

  • Mk 212-1 ASWS-V1: improved magazine feed system that lessened weight and improved reliability. A redesigned integrated carrying handle was added, replacing the flimsy hook system. Introduced in 3000.