Work In Progress PHR-IV 'Solokov' DMR

[Corvus Spire]

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: Create a Heavy Marksman Rifle for use by the Novean Technology security forces, Rimward Trade League, and the wider military markets.
• Image Source: Sperasoft, Olga Orlova
• Canon Link: N/A
• Permissions: N/A
• Primary Source: Slugthrower

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Manufacturer: Novean Technologies
• Affiliation: Novean Technologies
• Market Status: Closed-Market
• Model: PHR-IV
• Modularity: Yes (Upgrades/Attachments Listed)
  • Scope / Sights (Digital Compatible)
  • Magazine
  • Accessory (Laser/Flashlight)
• Production: Minor
• Material:
  • Silicon Carbide
  • Computer Components
  • Graphene

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification: Slugthrower
• Size: Large
• Weight: Heavy
• Ammunition Type: Sharpnel Airburst or HEAP Slugs
• Ammunition Capacity: Small (11 Rounds)
• Effective Range: Long Range
• Rate of Fire: Low
• Damage Output: Very High
• Recoil: High

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Range Finder Equipped
• Semi-Automatic
• Digital Weapon

STRENGTHS

• Smart Munitions - If Smart compatible munitions are used the weapon will use magnets to programme munitions loaded into it to detonate either as or just before striking its intended target. It does this by setting a 'fuse' based on the Range Finders or Users' requirements. This causes the round to detonate just before striking the target, allowing experienced users to effectively hit targets in low cover or around corners. Generally, the effective radius of these munitions varies but is usually no more than 5ft.
• Digital Optics - As standard, the Solokov is compatible with Digital Optics allowing for some customisation in the form of Overlays, such as Friend / Foe ID systems, ammo counters, and so forth to be overlayed.

WEAKNESSES

• Minimum Safe Distance - Firing this weapon in close quarters is dangerous as the resulting blast is likely to harm the user, equally firing into combat where allies are engaged may result in friendly fire.
• Recoil - The Heavyweight combined with Recoil means rapid-firing this weapon is extremely inaccurate and unlikely to hit the desired targets.
• Ineffective against fast-moving targets - Due to the nature of how the weapon functions, it is not particularly effective against fast-moving targets although taking a direct hit will still cause a lot of damage to lightly armoured infantry. Most vehicles are equipped with the armour necessary to take minimal damage.

DESCRIPTION
The Solokov was designed by Novean Technologies to help Militaries overcome entrenched positions, or create unpredictable