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The M80E8 Sledgehammer is the standard rocket launcher employed by the NXSC Armed Forces for anti-armor applications. With its formidable FJ-L33 Warhead capable of penetrating over one thousand millimeters of all known armor, organic or hardware.
The Sledgehammer lives up to its name, hammering armored foes into submission and breaking through fortified areas.
== Design ==
While the M80E8 Sledgehammer delivers similar performance to the M80E6 rocket launcher, it distinguishes itself by being more cost-effective and considerably lighter. The Sledgehammer follows a different design philosophy, featuring a more conventional and ergonomic layout. The addition of a complete unit bridging the trigger and shoulder rest enhances its usability in the field.
The M80E8 is equipped with an 8x magnification scope that folds out from a module on the left side when needed. The standard warheads for the rocket launcher are the FJ-L33 50mm high-explosive anti-multipurpose warheads, offering versatile anti-armor capabilities. Additionally, the Sledgehammer can be loaded with specialized warheads such as thermobaric fillers, FJ-L48 guided missiles, or FI-X Incendiary rounds for anti-materiel applications, making it adaptable to a wide range of combat scenarios.
The Sledgehammer's firing mechanism enables a double shot before reloading, making it a versatile weapon for engaging multiple targets or delivering a powerful follow-up. The rocket launcher is muzzle-loaded, with the second rocket requiring rear-loading. The choice of using one or two rockets is left to the discretion of the NXSC soldier or KNIGHT operating the launcher, allowing for flexibility in engagement tactics.
=== Specifications ===
* Length: 1405mm
* Caliber: 50x137mm NSXC-M2
* Effective Range: 2300 Meters
* Weight: 15 kg
== Trivia ==
=== General ===
* The M80 and its predecessors are designed as a practical alternative to the BOAR, which is infamous for its impractical size and weight but sheer firepower.
* In contrast to Ionia's BOAR 80MM rocket launcher, which employs two tubes and heavier 80mm rockets, and weighs 30 kg, the M80E8 is a single-tubed hybrid rocket launcher. This design makes it more conventional and user-friendly, catering to the specific needs of the NXSC Armed Forces and enhancing its versatility in the field.
* The Sledgehammer earned its codename after being tested and proven effective against fortifications, which makes it more than just an anti-tank launcher.
* The M80 fires two 50mm rockets that are either guided or unguided depending on the operator's intentions in a combat situation.
* It is ironically more durable than earlier forms of powered armour.
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