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In order to offset their light infantry status, the Tanith employ several types of heavy-weapons for support in combat. Heavy guns such as [[autocannons]] are handled by teams of two, one gunner and one ammo feeder. Trooper [[Bragg|'Try Again' Bragg]] was famous for being able to carry one of these single-handed, as well as for his terrible aim, before his death on Phantine. The Tanith also employ [[rocket launchers]], which they call 'tread-fethers'.{{Cite this}} In terms of special weapons, the Tanith employ [[flamer]] units and have been known to use [[meltagun]]s.{{Fn|2e}}
Every trooper carries a thirty-centimetre combat blade{{Cite this}} known as a [[Tanith War-Knife]]{{Fn|1e}} or 'straight silver'.{{Cite this}} The Tanith are known to practice an unusual form of fighting specifically suited for the weight and length of these knives.{{Fn|1e}} In addition, the knife can be attached to a lasgun for use as a [[bayonet]].{{Fn|2k}}
The Tanith are known to make use of more specialised equipment, depending on their mission. This has included dedicated climbing gear{{Fn|1j}} and, on [[Operation Larisel|one occasion]], [[grav-chute]]s.{{Fn|5}}
