Laser Cannon - Revision history

Magic9mushroom: /* Vital Statistics */ removing "game seconds"

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	<tr><td>Range:</td><td>21 km</td></tr>		<tr><td>Range:</td><td>21 km</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Accuracy:</td><td>35%</td></tr>		<tr><td>Accuracy:</td><td>35%</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Reload Time:</td><td>~~12 game seconds (gs) nominal/minimum; 18gs average,~~ 24 ~~gs maximum~~</td></tr>		<tr><td>Reload Time:</td><td>24 frames</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Shots:</td><td>100</td></tr>		<tr><td>Shots:</td><td>100</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Ammunition Used:</td><td>Not Applicable</td></tr>		<tr><td>Ammunition Used:</td><td>Not Applicable</td></tr>
	</table>		</table>

	Note that the ~~Accuracy~~ given in the in-game ~~UFOPaedia is~~ incorrect~~; two independent code digs have confirmed these are the correct accuracies for the craft weaponry~~. ~~Similarly the reload times are incorrect; the times~~ here are from ~~empirical tests~~.		Note that the accuracy and reload time given in the in-game UFOpaedia are incorrect. The values given here are taken directly from the executable.

	==See Also==		==See Also==

Hobbes at 03:42, 23 July 2013

2013-07-23T03:42:07Z

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	[[Category:Craft Armaments (EU)]][[Category:Research (EU)]]		[[Category:Craft Armaments (EU)]][[Category:Research (EU)]]
			[[Category:Enemy Unknown/UFO Defense]]

Spike: Updated reload times and firepower observations

2010-02-15T00:51:38Z

Updated reload times and firepower observations

Bomb Bloke at 23:55, 19 December 2009

2009-12-19T23:55:32Z

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	(Still, if you have all these Laser Cannons in stock from manufacturing them, why not actually mount some on your aircraft? At very least, they make a good second-best scratch weapon if you have to unexpectedly replace aircraft or expand your air force quickly, and you don't have time to produce enough Plasma Beams.)		(Still, if you have all these Laser Cannons in stock from manufacturing them, why not actually mount some on your aircraft? At very least, they make a good second-best scratch weapon if you have to unexpectedly replace aircraft or expand your air force quickly, and you don't have time to produce enough Plasma Beams.)

			This weapon is used in ''[[X-COM\|UFO: Enemy Unknown]]''. For the ''[[TFTD\|Terror from the Deep]]'' equivalent, refer to the [[Gauss Cannon]].

	== Manufacturing Requirements ==		== Manufacturing Requirements ==
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	{{Craft Navbar}}		{{Craft Navbar}}
	[[Category:~~Craft_Armaments~~]]
	[[Category:Research]]		[[Category:Craft Armaments (EU)]][[Category:Research (EU)]]

Zombie: Created thumbnail.

2009-07-19T21:27:04Z

Created thumbnail.

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	[[Image:~~lasercannon~~.png\|right\|Laser Cannon]]		[[Image:Lasercannon.png\|thumb\|right\|200px\|Laser Cannon]]
	The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.		The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.

Zombie: Spelling, changed 99 to 100.

2009-07-19T19:36:43Z

Spelling, changed 99 to 100.

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	Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).		Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).

	(Still, if you have all these Laser Cannons in stock from manufacturing them, why not actually mount some on your aircraft? At very least, they make a good second-best scratch weapon if you have to ~~unexpectly~~ replace aircraft or expand your air force quickly, and you don't have time to produce enough Plasma Beams.)		(Still, if you have all these Laser Cannons in stock from manufacturing them, why not actually mount some on your aircraft? At very least, they make a good second-best scratch weapon if you have to unexpectedly replace aircraft or expand your air force quickly, and you don't have time to produce enough Plasma Beams.)

	== Manufacturing Requirements ==		== Manufacturing Requirements ==
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	<tr><td>Accuracy:</td><td>35%</td></tr>		<tr><td>Accuracy:</td><td>35%</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Reload Time:</td><td>4 seconds</td></tr>		<tr><td>Reload Time:</td><td>4 seconds</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Shots:</td><td>99</td></tr>		<tr><td>Shots:</td><td>100</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Ammunition Used:</td><td>Not Applicable</td></tr>		<tr><td>Ammunition Used:</td><td>Not Applicable</td></tr>
	</table>		</table>

Spike: Minor clarification of Jasonred's term - excellent point about multi-intercepts.

2009-07-04T16:15:09Z

Minor clarification of Jasonred's term - excellent point about multi-intercepts.

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	The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.		The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.

	Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, especially on multiple intercepts, on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range.		Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs (especially when doing multiple intercepts in a single flight), on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range.

	Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the 2nd most effective way of taking down larger UFOs (number one undisputably being Plasma Beams) - if you don't mind risking the attacking aircraft being lost in the process! It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver.		Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the 2nd most effective way of taking down larger UFOs (number one undisputably being Plasma Beams) - if you don't mind risking the attacking aircraft being lost in the process! It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver.

	This superior payload also makes it the early game choice for multiple intercepts. If you only have 2 interceptors, and you have to shoot down 4 UFOs which are doing near simultaneous missions, the Laser Cannon and Plasma Beam are the only real choices.		This superior payload also makes it the early game choice for when multiple intercepts during a single flight are necessary. If you only have 2 interceptors, and you have to shoot down 4 UFOs which are doing near simultaneous missions, the Laser Cannon and Plasma Beam are the only real choices.

	And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. Once it begins firing, the Laser Cannon has one of the highest damage per second ratings. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range.		And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. Once it begins firing, the Laser Cannon has one of the highest damage per second ratings. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range.

	All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate, ~~which~~ can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.		All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate. Along with the facility for multiple intercepts per flight, this can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.

	Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).		Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).

			(Still, if you have all these Laser Cannons in stock from manufacturing them, why not actually mount some on your aircraft? At very least, they make a good second-best scratch weapon if you have to unexpectly replace aircraft or expand your air force quickly, and you don't have time to produce enough Plasma Beams.)

	== Manufacturing Requirements ==		== Manufacturing Requirements ==

Jasonred: Added some stuff and... and ... Paragraphing!!! It's exists for a reason, people!

2009-07-04T13:33:48Z

Added some stuff and... and ... Paragraphing!!! It's exists for a reason, people!

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	The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.		The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.

	Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range. Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the most effective way of taking down larger UFOs - ~~even~~ if the attacking aircraft is lost in the process. It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver. And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range. All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate, which can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.		Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, especially on multiple intercepts, on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range.

			Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the 2nd most effective way of taking down larger UFOs (number one undisputably being Plasma Beams) - if you don't mind risking the attacking aircraft being lost in the process! It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver.

			This superior payload also makes it the early game choice for multiple intercepts. If you only have 2 interceptors, and you have to shoot down 4 UFOs which are doing near simultaneous missions, the Laser Cannon and Plasma Beam are the only real choices.

			And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. Once it begins firing, the Laser Cannon has one of the highest damage per second ratings. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range.

			All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate, which can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.

	Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).		Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).

Spike: Even more reasons to buy a Laser Cannon. No wonder they're selling like hot cakes!

2009-07-03T00:49:58Z

Even more reasons to buy a Laser Cannon. No wonder they're selling like hot cakes!

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	The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.		The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.

	Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range. Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the most effective way of taking down larger UFOs - even if the attacking aircraft is lost in the process. It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver. And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range.		Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range. Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the most effective way of taking down larger UFOs - even if the attacking aircraft is lost in the process. It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver. And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range. All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate, which can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.

	Despite ~~this~~, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).		Despite these advantages, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).

	== Manufacturing Requirements ==		== Manufacturing Requirements ==

Spike: In praise of Laser Cannon

2009-07-02T18:29:43Z

In praise of Laser Cannon

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	The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.		The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.

	~~Although~~ it offers ~~power comparable to~~ the [[Stingray]] missile, it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, it is ~~useless~~ against larger UFOs that can fire upon the interception craft ~~way~~ before it gets into Laser Cannon range.		Though it offers nearly double the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and 50% more than the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. Whilst this means that it stands a better chance of taking down small and very small UFOs, on the defensive it is very much disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range. Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the most effective way of taking down larger UFOs - even if the attacking aircraft is lost in the process. It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver. And once in range, it deals out its damage considerably faster than any missile-armed craft. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range.

	~~The~~ majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).		Despite this, the majority of Commanders do not manufacture the Laser Cannon for use as a craft weapon, instead asking engineers to mass produce them during idle time. This is because the Laser Cannon offers the highest net profit and is superb at bringing in cash when it is needed most (see [[Manufacturing Profitability]] for more details).

	== Manufacturing Requirements ==		== Manufacturing Requirements ==

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	The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.		The '''Laser Cannon''' is available after [[research]] is completed on the [[Heavy Laser]] squad weapon.

	Though ~~it offers nearly double~~ the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile, and ~~50% more than~~ the [[Avalanche]], it can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. ~~Whilst this means that~~ it ~~stands a better chance of taking down~~ small and very small UFOs (especially when doing multiple intercepts in a single flight), on the defensive it is ~~very much~~ disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range.		Though capable of matching the firepower of the [[Stingray]] missile in Standard mode, and virtually that of the [[Avalanche]], and sustaining this firepower for much longer engagements than any missile, the Laser Cannon can only be used at a range of 21 km and below. While it is more effective at grounding medium, small and very small UFOs (especially when doing multiple intercepts in a single flight), on the defensive it is disadvantaged against larger UFOs, that can fire upon the interception craft long before it gets into Laser Cannon range.

	Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the ~~2nd~~ most effective way of taking down larger UFOs (number one ~~undisputably~~ being Plasma Beams) - if you don't mind risking the attacking aircraft being lost in the process! It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver.		Nonetheless, offensively, the Laser Cannon may be the 3rd most effective way of taking down larger UFOs (number one and two being Plasma Beams and Fusion Ball Launchers) - if you don't mind risking the attacking aircraft being lost in the process! It is quite common to discharge a full payload of Stingrays or Avalanches without taking down large UFOs such as Terror Ships, Supply Ships, and (most definitely) Battleships. But provided it can get in range, stay in range, and survive, an aircraft armed with dual Laser Cannon can deal enough damage to crash a Battleship six times over - over ten times the damage that an Avalanche-armed aircraft can deliver.

	This superior payload also makes it the early game choice for when multiple intercepts during a single flight are necessary. If you only have 2 interceptors, and you have to shoot down 4 UFOs which are doing near simultaneous missions, the Laser Cannon and Plasma Beam are the only real choices.		This superior payload also makes it the early game choice for when multiple intercepts during a single flight are necessary. If you only have 2 interceptors, and you have to shoot down 4 UFOs which are doing near simultaneous missions, the Laser Cannon and (if available) Plasma Beam are the only real choices.

	And once in range, it deals out its damage ~~considerably faster than any~~ missile-armed craft~~. Once it begins firing~~, ~~the Laser Cannon has one of the highest damage per second ratings~~. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range.		And once in range, it deals out its damage comparably to missile-armed craft, but with much greater endurance. In effect the Laser Cannon is a predecessor to the [[Plasma Beam]], though tactically hampered by its limited range and unexceptional firepower.

	All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate. Along with the facility for multiple intercepts per flight, this can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.		All cannon weapons - conventional, Laser, and Plasma - share the benefits of high total payload, and also of quick rearming. Cannon weapons of all types re-arm in the minimum time, usually 3 hours for an aircraft with dual cannon mounted. By comparison, missile launchers can take up to 7 or even 13 hours to reload, if fully depleted. The short reload time contributes to a high sortie rate. Along with the facility for multiple intercepts per flight, this can be crucial if an alien mission means that swarms of UFOs are flocking to Earth in a short time period.
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	<tr><td>Range:</td><td>21 km</td></tr>		<tr><td>Range:</td><td>21 km</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Accuracy:</td><td>35%</td></tr>		<tr><td>Accuracy:</td><td>35%</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Reload Time:</td><td>4 seconds</td></tr>		<tr><td>Reload Time:</td><td>12 game seconds (gs) nominal/minimum; 18gs average, 24 gs maximum</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Shots:</td><td>100</td></tr>		<tr><td>Shots:</td><td>100</td></tr>
	<tr><td>Ammunition Used:</td><td>Not Applicable</td></tr>		<tr><td>Ammunition Used:</td><td>Not Applicable</td></tr>
	</table>		</table>

	Note that the Accuracy given in the in-game UFOPaedia is incorrect; two independent code digs have confirmed these are the correct accuracies for the craft weaponry.		Note that the Accuracy given in the in-game UFOPaedia is incorrect; two independent code digs have confirmed these are the correct accuracies for the craft weaponry. Similarly the reload times are incorrect; the times here are from empirical tests.

	==See Also==		==See Also==