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Merr-Sonn Tactical Repeater
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Affiliation
Merr-Sonn Munitions
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Ownership
Svero tur Auras
Open Site Use
Intent
I haven't seen much this timeline that would fulfill the role of a squad automatic weapon/actual Star Wars (like the T-21 light repeater) style repeating blaster rifle/light repeater/heavy personal repeater (thanks for inconsistent terminology, Star Wars) yet, so with a new character coming up soon who I could use this with, I thought to give it a go. Thanks to @Arclight for the initial acronym.
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Manufacturer
Merr-Sonn Munitions
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Model
Merr-Sonn MST-R Repeating Blaster Rifle
(Cost: 4000 credits)
Size
101.5 centimeters long (stock extended)
7 kilograms in mass (empty)
7.75 kilograms (loaded, standard power pack)
8.5 kilograms (loaded, high-capacity pack)
Composition
Durasteel
>(Stock/Outer Plating/Power Pack casing)
Dallorian Alloy
>(Barrel/Internal Firing Mechanisms/Most of the receiver)
Diatium and Tricopper
>(power packs)
Electrum
>(circuitry)
Range
Optimum:
Within 200 meters
Maximum:
400 meters
Ammo Capacity
Standard Power Pack: 50 rounds
High-Capacity Power Packs: 100 rounds
Firing Modes
(S) Safe, (1) Semi-Automatic, (3) 3-round burst, (F) Automatic.
Description
The Merr-Sonn Tactical Repeater is Merr-Sonn Munitions newest introduction to the military blaster market, intended to be sold to operators from either of the largest militaries currently battling against each other, as well as to anybody with the credits to spare from any of the mercenary groups roaming the galaxy or to any planetary militias. It is also the first blaster to be introduced in the Merr-Sonn Tactical line, which will consist of a large family of similarly-designed blaster weapons intended to give the user an edge in any life-fire scenarios.
With prototypes having been developed from Merr-Sonn's earlier R-8R rifle, the operating mechanism of the MST-R is broadly similar to that of the R-8R; however, as the prototyping phase moved closer to actual production, the mechanism did change noticeably. Parts commonality is limited only to a few screws due to various mechanical needs that had to be accounted for in the weapon's system to enable its high power drain, high rate of fire, and to maintain an acceptable standard of power for Merr-Sonn weaponry. After all, if they released a weapon that failed to live up to the R-8R rifle that had become popular along the Republic border, it would be the worst step backwards any modern weapon company had made in centuries.
The MST-R, with its internal components composed primarily of heat-resistant dallorian alloy, is capable of maintaining a high rate of fire for a blaster of its size and power. With a cyclic rate of fire of 300 rounds per minute, it is easily the fastest-firing man-portable heavy blaster on the market, beaten out only by small carbines with far less power. In order to facilitate this, not only is the barrel made out of dallorian alloy, but it is also designed to be quickly changed out if necessary after prolonged periods of sustained fire - with a specialized wrench sold with the weapon, the large nut on the front of the barrel (that locks into the foregrip section) can be twisted, loosening it from the foregrip while also disengaging the barrel's connection to the receiver, allowing it to be pulled free and replaced with a second barrel, also sold alongside the primary weapon as part of its overall package. This prevents the barrels from overheating and melting, though care must still be taken to preserve the overall operating mechanism as well.
The weapon also comes standard with three attachments. The first is a folding stock - the weapon is sold standard in a right-handed configuration, though it is easily adjustable, and the stock folds along the right side of the weapon when not in use, shortening its length considerably. The second is a dual piece flashlight/targeting laser, attached on the underside of the foregrip, for use in low-light conditions. The last is a holographic sight, attached to a rail mounting - it can be replaced with various scopes if one wishes, or there are retractable iron sites at the near-end of the rail and at the far end of the foregrip, which pop out of the weapon with a simple button press near the rear sites.
While its power had to be toned down slightly from its parent weapon to facilitate its high rate of fire and automatic setting (just to ensure man-portable useability), the MST-R is still a hard-hitting anti-personnel blaster, capable of punching through even the hardest body armour in two to three direct hits, which is highly manageable by a trained operator. It also holds up the R-8R's reliability standard, having been field-tested in numerous locations throughout the galaxy, from Kashyyyk's shadowlands, Hoth's icy wastes, Dagobah's swamps, Tatooine's deserts, and everything else in between; and, due to its extremely hardy construction, is just as functional a club as the R-8R when all other methods of attack fail.
Available from your nearest licenced Merr-Sonn Munitions dealer. Get 20% off when you buy the MST-R & B-8R as a package deal.
____________________________________________
Affiliation
Merr-Sonn Munitions
____________________________________________
Ownership
Svero tur Auras
Open Site Use
Intent
I haven't seen much this timeline that would fulfill the role of a squad automatic weapon/actual Star Wars (like the T-21 light repeater) style repeating blaster rifle/light repeater/heavy personal repeater (thanks for inconsistent terminology, Star Wars) yet, so with a new character coming up soon who I could use this with, I thought to give it a go. Thanks to @Arclight for the initial acronym.
____________________________________________
Manufacturer
Merr-Sonn Munitions
___________________________________________
Model
Merr-Sonn MST-R Repeating Blaster Rifle
(Cost: 4000 credits)
Size
101.5 centimeters long (stock extended)
7 kilograms in mass (empty)
7.75 kilograms (loaded, standard power pack)
8.5 kilograms (loaded, high-capacity pack)
Composition
Durasteel
>(Stock/Outer Plating/Power Pack casing)
Dallorian Alloy
>(Barrel/Internal Firing Mechanisms/Most of the receiver)
Diatium and Tricopper
>(power packs)
Electrum
>(circuitry)
Range
Optimum:
Within 200 meters
Maximum:
400 meters
Ammo Capacity
Standard Power Pack: 50 rounds
High-Capacity Power Packs: 100 rounds
Firing Modes
(S) Safe, (1) Semi-Automatic, (3) 3-round burst, (F) Automatic.
Description
The Merr-Sonn Tactical Repeater is Merr-Sonn Munitions newest introduction to the military blaster market, intended to be sold to operators from either of the largest militaries currently battling against each other, as well as to anybody with the credits to spare from any of the mercenary groups roaming the galaxy or to any planetary militias. It is also the first blaster to be introduced in the Merr-Sonn Tactical line, which will consist of a large family of similarly-designed blaster weapons intended to give the user an edge in any life-fire scenarios.
With prototypes having been developed from Merr-Sonn's earlier R-8R rifle, the operating mechanism of the MST-R is broadly similar to that of the R-8R; however, as the prototyping phase moved closer to actual production, the mechanism did change noticeably. Parts commonality is limited only to a few screws due to various mechanical needs that had to be accounted for in the weapon's system to enable its high power drain, high rate of fire, and to maintain an acceptable standard of power for Merr-Sonn weaponry. After all, if they released a weapon that failed to live up to the R-8R rifle that had become popular along the Republic border, it would be the worst step backwards any modern weapon company had made in centuries.
The MST-R, with its internal components composed primarily of heat-resistant dallorian alloy, is capable of maintaining a high rate of fire for a blaster of its size and power. With a cyclic rate of fire of 300 rounds per minute, it is easily the fastest-firing man-portable heavy blaster on the market, beaten out only by small carbines with far less power. In order to facilitate this, not only is the barrel made out of dallorian alloy, but it is also designed to be quickly changed out if necessary after prolonged periods of sustained fire - with a specialized wrench sold with the weapon, the large nut on the front of the barrel (that locks into the foregrip section) can be twisted, loosening it from the foregrip while also disengaging the barrel's connection to the receiver, allowing it to be pulled free and replaced with a second barrel, also sold alongside the primary weapon as part of its overall package. This prevents the barrels from overheating and melting, though care must still be taken to preserve the overall operating mechanism as well.
The weapon also comes standard with three attachments. The first is a folding stock - the weapon is sold standard in a right-handed configuration, though it is easily adjustable, and the stock folds along the right side of the weapon when not in use, shortening its length considerably. The second is a dual piece flashlight/targeting laser, attached on the underside of the foregrip, for use in low-light conditions. The last is a holographic sight, attached to a rail mounting - it can be replaced with various scopes if one wishes, or there are retractable iron sites at the near-end of the rail and at the far end of the foregrip, which pop out of the weapon with a simple button press near the rear sites.
While its power had to be toned down slightly from its parent weapon to facilitate its high rate of fire and automatic setting (just to ensure man-portable useability), the MST-R is still a hard-hitting anti-personnel blaster, capable of punching through even the hardest body armour in two to three direct hits, which is highly manageable by a trained operator. It also holds up the R-8R's reliability standard, having been field-tested in numerous locations throughout the galaxy, from Kashyyyk's shadowlands, Hoth's icy wastes, Dagobah's swamps, Tatooine's deserts, and everything else in between; and, due to its extremely hardy construction, is just as functional a club as the R-8R when all other methods of attack fail.
Available from your nearest licenced Merr-Sonn Munitions dealer. Get 20% off when you buy the MST-R & B-8R as a package deal.
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