The Mk.III is the first design of the "Copperhead" series to enter combat. The first tests proved that while quite weak in armor it proved a good squad ship, and they rolled out in groups of 4. These squads were quite effective taking out small targets but easily get overwhelmed if the opponent had piercing weaponry. The Copperhead is now the standard gunship for the AIN. Dumb missiles and cannon are its weapon systems, meant to strike static defenses hard.