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The '''JAF-05 Flash Suppressor''' was a standard weapon accessory developed during the [[Star League era]] for the [[SLDF]]. Using advanced technology the JAF-05 could be attached to any standard SLDF rifle, whether it was a slug-thrower or laser rifle. When attached to a slug-thrower the suppressor all but eliminated muzzle flash while a sonic dampener reduced the report associated with firing the weapon. It also eliminated the chromatic burst created when firing a laser rifle, although it could not mask the weapon's heat signature, allowing anyone with an infrared detector to still see it. The JAF-05 is considered among the most common and useful accessories available during the [[31st Century]].<ref>''Classic BattleTech RPG'', p. 139</ref> | The '''JAF-05 Flash Suppressor''' was a standard weapon accessory developed during the [[Star League era]] for the [[SLDF]]. Using advanced technology the JAF-05 could be attached to any standard SLDF rifle, whether it was a slug-thrower or laser rifle. When attached to a slug-thrower the suppressor all but eliminated muzzle flash while a sonic dampener reduced the report associated with firing the weapon. It also eliminated the chromatic burst created when firing a laser rifle, although it could not mask the weapon's heat signature, allowing anyone with an infrared detector to still see it. The JAF-05 is considered among the most common and useful accessories available during the [[31st Century]].<ref>''Classic BattleTech RPG'', p. 139</ref> | ||
Revision as of 22:52, 16 February 2013
Overview
The JAF-05 Flash Suppressor was a standard weapon accessory developed during the Star League era for the SLDF. Using advanced technology the JAF-05 could be attached to any standard SLDF rifle, whether it was a slug-thrower or laser rifle. When attached to a slug-thrower the suppressor all but eliminated muzzle flash while a sonic dampener reduced the report associated with firing the weapon. It also eliminated the chromatic burst created when firing a laser rifle, although it could not mask the weapon's heat signature, allowing anyone with an infrared detector to still see it. The JAF-05 is considered among the most common and useful accessories available during the 31st Century.[1]
References
- ↑ Classic BattleTech RPG, p. 139