NS Baron G5

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NS Baron G5
Nanite Systems' first attempts into close-range weaponry resulted in the powerful Baron G5. The tube fed Baron is able to put down targets at longer ranges than typical shotguns thanks to its narrow choke.
Costs
Cert Cost:		1000
DC Cost:		799
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Shotguns
Fire Rate:		200 RPM
Muzzle Velocity:		400m/s
Effective Range:		Short
Fire Modes:		Semi-Automatic
Headshot Multiplier:		1.5x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.75x
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		84x7 before 15m
Min Damage:		67x7 after 30m
Reload Speed
Short Reload:		0.5
Long Reload:		0.58
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		8
Ammunition Pool:		56
Pellet Count:		7
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	1	0.1
	Move:	1.5	0.35
Stand	Still:	1.5	0.1
	Move:	2	0.7
Bloom per Shot:		0	0
Pellets Spread:		2.5
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		2.2
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.45/0.45
Horizontal Tolerance:		1.5
Angle Min/Max:		-12°/-12°
Bias:		←
Recoil Decrease:		8
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources
Census API source:		NS Baron G5 API Data?

NS Baron G5B
Nanite Systems' first attempts into close-range weaponry resulted in the powerful Baron G5. The tube fed Baron is able to put down targets at longer ranges than typical shotguns thanks to its narrow choke.
Costs
Cert Cost:		N/A
DC Cost:		1399
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Shotguns
Fire Rate:		200 RPM
Muzzle Velocity:		400m/s
Effective Range:		Short
Fire Modes:		Semi-Automatic
Headshot Multiplier:		1.5x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.75x
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		84x7 before 15m
Min Damage:		67x7 after 30m
Reload Speed
Short Reload:		0.5
Long Reload:		0.58
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		8
Ammunition Pool:		56
Pellet Count:		7
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	1	0.1
	Move:	1.5	0.35
Stand	Still:	1.5	0.1
	Move:	2	0.7
Bloom per Shot:		0	0
Pellets Spread:		2.5
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		2.2
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.45/0.45
Horizontal Tolerance:		1.5
Angle Min/Max:		-12°/-12°
Bias:		←
Recoil Decrease:		8
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources
Census API source:		NS Baron G5B API Data?

NS Baron G5G
Nanite Systems' first attempts into close-range weaponry resulted in the powerful Baron G5. The tube fed Baron is able to put down targets at longer ranges than typical shotguns thanks to its narrow choke.
Costs
Cert Cost:		N/A
DC Cost:		1999
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Shotguns
Fire Rate:		200 RPM
Muzzle Velocity:		400m/s
Effective Range:		Short
Fire Modes:		Semi-Automatic
Headshot Multiplier:		1.5x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.75x
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		84x7 before 15m
Min Damage:		67x7 after 30m
Reload Speed
Short Reload:		0.5
Long Reload:		0.58
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		8
Ammunition Pool:		56
Pellet Count:		7
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	1	0.1
	Move:	1.5	0.35
Stand	Still:	1.5	0.1
	Move:	2	0.7
Bloom per Shot:		0	0
Pellets Spread:		2.5
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		2.2
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.45/0.45
Horizontal Tolerance:		1.5
Angle Min/Max:		-12°/-12°
Bias:		←
Recoil Decrease:		8
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources
Census API source:		NS Baron G5G API Data?

NS Baron G5AE
Nanite Systems' launched the tube-fed Baron G5 shotgun to help round out their extensive arsenal. Decked out with a special orange stripe paintjob, the Baron G5AE performs well at ranges typical shotguns become ineffective.
Costs
Cert Cost:		Unavailable
DC Cost:		Unavailable
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Shotguns
Fire Rate:		200 RPM
Muzzle Velocity:		400m/s
Effective Range:		Short
Fire Modes:		Semi-Automatic
Headshot Multiplier:		1.5x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.75x
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		84x7 before 15m
Min Damage:		67x7 after 30m
Reload Speed
Short Reload:		0.5
Long Reload:		0.58
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		8
Ammunition Pool:		56
Pellet Count:		7
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	1	0.1
	Move:	1.5	0.35
Stand	Still:	1.5	0.1
	Move:	2	0.7
Bloom per Shot:		0	0
Pellets Spread:		2.5
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		2.2
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.45/0.45
Horizontal Tolerance:		1.5
Angle Min/Max:		-12°/-12°
Bias:		←
Recoil Decrease:		8
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources
Census API source:		NS Baron G5AE API Data?
Note:		Available only as part of Two-Year Anniversary Bundle.

The Little Helper
Crafted in secret, this workshop item has a combat presence similar to the NS Baron G5. While the festive design is painted to resemble older weaponry with wooden pieces, the trees on Auraxis proved too difficult to use as raw material.
Costs
Cert Cost:		N/A
DC Cost:		N/A
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Shotguns
Fire Rate:		200 RPM
Muzzle Velocity:		400m/s
Effective Range:		Short
Fire Modes:		Semi-Automatic
Headshot Multiplier:		1.5x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.75x
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		84x7 before 15m
Min Damage:		67x7 after 30m
Reload Speed
Short Reload:		0.5
Long Reload:		0.58
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		8
Ammunition Pool:		56
Pellet Count:		7
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	1	0.1
	Move:	1.5	0.35
Stand	Still:	1.5	0.1
	Move:	2	0.7
Bloom per Shot:		0	0
Pellets Spread:		2.5
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		2.2
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.45/0.45
Horizontal Tolerance:		1.5
Angle Min/Max:		-12°/-12°
Bias:		←
Recoil Decrease:		8
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources
Census API source:		The Little Helper API Data?
Note:		Available for completing the Master tier of the Auraximas III directive.

The NS Baron G5 is a common pool weapon available to all classes except the Infiltrator. The most expensive shotgun in the game at 1000 Certs or 700 SC but this cost comes with some unique traits that set this shotgun apart from the ES (Empire Specific) shotguns. The Baron sports a tighter cone of fire and higher bullet velocity, allowing it to be more effective at longer ranges than most other shotguns.

Damage with Range: ( For 1 pellet ) [ All pellets combined ]

84 @ 15 meters [ 588 damage ]

72 @ 24 meters [ 504 damage ]

67 @ 30 meters [ 469 damage ]

Description

Nanite Systems' first attempts into close-range weaponry resulted in the powerful Baron G5. The tube fed Baron is able to put down targets at longer ranges than typical shotguns thanks to its narrow choke.

Unlike every other semi-auto shotgun and like the pump-action shotguns, the Baron uses a tube-fed magazine, and each shell is loaded individually. The long reload speed of 0.58s is for the first shell, whether the gun is totally empty or has seven left using extended mags, and the short reload speed of 0.5s is for each subsequent shell.

Using slugs on this weapon is nearly pointless, since its bullet velocity advantage is completely erased. In effect, the Baron becomes a worse version of the other semi-auto shotguns. Those can reload more quickly and hold more ammo per magazine. It will achieve 2-shot kills before its damage begins to drop off however.

The Baron is also similar to the Jackhammer in many aspects, though the Jackhammer is better in nearly every way. Both have much longer damage drop-off ranges, for example, and start out weaker. Each pellet of the Baron matches the damage of most other shotguns (underbarrel, pump-action, and semi-auto) at 12.33m and is more powerful beyond that. Note that it has an additional pellet compared to the other semi-auto shotguns and also a much tighter choke, tying it with the Jackhammer for the lowest pellet spread in the game. It is not as accurate, however, because the Baron has a larger cone of fire.

Attachments

Available attachments

Optics HS/NV Scope (1x) Nanite Systems' HS/NV scope has no magnification, but provides high contrast outlines to nearby objects and illuminates nearby soldiers. 30 50 NiCO (1x) The Illuminated Combat Optic Line of gunsights from Nanite Systems are praised for their ability to quickly acquire targets in close quarters combat situations. More reticles for this scope available, see full article. 30 50 NiCO XR (2x) Many soldiers choose Nanite Systems' popular illuminated Combat Optic series over stock iron sights for superior target acquisition in both close quarters and low-light situations. More reticles for this scope available, see full article. 30 50 NiSGO (3.4x) Nanite Systems launched the NiSGO gun optic much to the delight of designated marksmen across Auraxis. The NiSGO utilize a triple chevron reticule with 3.4x magnification. 30 50 LANS (3.4x) Nanite Systems' laser-assisted gunsight is perfect for situations that need a little more range than a standard reflex scope. The LANS uses a simple red dot reticule with 3.4x magnification. 30 50 Quadra (4x) For marksmen that prefer to not put themselves directly in the fray, the Nanite Systems Quadra scope allows users distance between themselves and their intended targets. The Quadra comes equipped with a simple crosshair at 4x magnification. 30 50 Tetra (4x) Nanite Systems' Tetra scope gives its users a significant advantage at target acquisition at mid to long ranges thanks to its triple chevron reticule and 4x magnification. 30 50 Barrel Attachments No Barrel Attachments available. Rail Attachments Darklight Flashlight The rail mounted Darklight Flashlight can illuminate hostile cloaked infiltrators and dark areas but the light can give away your position. 100 75 Laser Sight A laser sight increases the user's hipfire accuracy by 33%. 100 75 Forward Grip A forward grip increases control of the weapon, reducing horizontal recoil by 25%. 100 75 Extended Magazine Increases the available ammunition per magazine by 2 rounds. 100 75 Ammo Slug Ammunition Slug Ammunition does increased damage at medium range, increasing accuracy and refire time. 100 75

Ribbons and Medals

It is possible to get both Ribbons and Medals for using the NS Baron G5. Each Ribbon is a standard reward for achieving a set amount of kills with the NS Baron G5. Medals relate to how many overall kills you have with the NS Baron G5.

Ribbons

Ribbon	Icon	Requirements
NS Baron G5 Service Ribbon		10 kills.

See more available ribbons on the Service Ribbons page.

Medals

Medal	Icon	Requirements	Certification Rewards
No Medal		0 kill	No Reward
Copper Medal		10 kills	2
Silver Medal		60 kills	10
Gold Medal		160 kills	20
Auraxium Medal		1160 kills	200

History

• January 12, 2017 Hotfix
  • Max damage from 100@10m to 84@15m
  • Min damage from 60@30m to 67@30m
  • Magazine size from 6 to 8
  • Ammo capacity from 48 to 56
  • Ext. Mags bonus from 4 to 2
  • Cone of Fire bloom from 0.5 to 0
  • ADS pellet spread from 2.5 to 2.25
  • Vertical recoil from 1 to 2.2
  • Recoil angle from -5.8 to -12
  • Horizontal recoil from 0.2 to 0.45
  • Horizontal tolerance from 0.4 to 1.5
  • Hipfire recoil recovery rate from 15 to 8

Media

Baron G5 (in-depth) Weapon Review - PlanetSide 2

Weapon Review by Wrel

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