MDL-40

The MDL-40 grenade launcher represents the cutting edge of futuristic warfare technology, manufactured by Textron Dynamics. With its octagonal six-round chamber and innovative design, this GLM inspired grenade launcher is a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield. 
Armed with 40x46mm Autonomous Drone Payloads (ADP), the MDL-40 transforms the concept of traditional grenade launching, unleashing its payloads mid-air to seek out and neutralise enemy targets with unparalleled precision. 
== Design ==
At its core, the MDL-40 is a semi-automatic grenade launcher designed for versatility and precision on the battlefield. Its futuristic design incorporates cutting-edge features that redefine the capabilities of conventional grenade launchers. The heart of the MDL-40 lies within its octagonal six-round chamber, a revolutionary mechanism that simplifies reloading while ensuring rapid deployment of ammunition. Unlike traditional grenade launchers that require manual chamber opening for reloading, the MDL-40 allows for seamless reloading by simply inserting grenades into the chamber. The rear of the chamber automatically rotates to accept each grenade drone, streamlining the reloading process for maximum efficiency in the heat of battle.
MDL, short for Micro Drone Launcher, hints at the weapon's unique ability to deploy autonomous drone payloads in the form of 40x46mm ADP (Autonomous Drone Payload) grenades. These grenades, when fired, hover mid-air before autonomously navigating towards their targets, offering unprecedented precision and adaptability in combat scenarios. Gone are the days of lobbing grenades and hoping for the best – with the MDL-40, targets are engaged with pinpoint accuracy as the ADP grenades navigate obstacles and adjust their trajectory in real-time.
While the MDL-40 boasts traditional iron sights for conventional aiming, its pièce de résistance is the rear leaf sight, an advanced optical system that elevates targeting to a new level. Illuminated in a mesmerising blue display that glows within a sleek frame, the rear leaf sight provides shooters with precise elevation readings, enhancing accuracy and ensuring effective engagement of distant targets. This fusion of traditional design with futuristic technology exemplifies Textron Dynamics' commitment to pushing the boundaries of weapon innovation. 
The weapon's weight and trigger pull are optimised for use in conjunction with advanced exoskeleton systems, enhancing stability and accuracy for operators in the field. 
=== Specifications ===
*Length: 520mm
*Caliber:40x46mm ADP
*Effective Range: 800 Meters
*Weight: 9.2 kg 
== Gallery ==
=== First Person Perspective ===
File:MDL-40 grenade launcher fpv.png|First Person View
File:MDL-406 Grenade launcher holographic leaf sight.png|Integrated Leaf Sight
File:MDL-40 grenade launcher reload.png|Reloading the MDL-40 via insertion of ADP drone grenades.
== Trivia ==
=== General ===
*In the ever-evolving landscape of warfare, the MDL-40 stands as a testament to human ingenuity and technological prowess.
*The MDL-40 is the penultimate successor of the GLM-406 grenade launcher.
*When aimed, the ADP grenade harnesses advanced guidance systems to autonomously navigate towards the shooter's intended target with remarkable precision. This feature revolutionises target engagement, allowing operators to maintain focus on the battlefield while the grenades seek out and neutralize threats with unparalleled accuracy. 
*In hipfire mode, the ADP grenades intelligently seek out the nearest hostile or target, further enhancing the weapon's adaptability in dynamic combat situations.
*Every time an ADP drone grenade is inserted during reloading, the MDL-40's chamber moves automatically to position itself for the next grenade. This seamless reloading mechanism enhances operational efficiency, allowing operators to maintain a steady rate of fire without the need for manual chamber manipulation.
*The MDL-40 features a substantial 12.3-pound trigger pull, reflecting its robust construction and formidable firepower. This heavy trigger pull ensures deliberate and controlled firing, particularly suited for operators equipped with exoskeletons commonly used in military environments.
*MILITECH's answer to the is the War Machine grenade launcher, which is ironically inferior, as this design is merely a futuristic upgrade of the GLM-406 manufactured by Albino Ordinance.
*With its fusion of advanced weaponry and autonomous drone technology, it redefines the very essence of firepower, ushering in a new era of combat capability for those bold enough to wield it.
*The capacity is six rounds due to the octagonal structure of the chamber.
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