10 Greatest Halo Vehicles, Ranked

The Halo series has spawned a ton of iconic characters, weapons, and, of course, vehicles—could we ever forget something as awesome as the warthog?

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The Halo franchise really hit the ground running with its lore and creativity. Even if a few ideas are drawn from pop culture inspirations such as Predator and Aliens. However, its art design has become iconic, and the series has seen its fair share of impressive vehicles for both humans and the Covenant alike.

With Halo: Infinite on the horizon, let’s take a look back at ten of the best vehicles from the franchise. Bear in mind that these selections are primarily based on innovation and style more so than their significance to the overall narrative—although some were simply too iconic to ignore.

10 Shadow

These aren’t especially profound vehicles, or even robust. They are featured prominently in Halo 2, as you easily chase them through underground tunnels. However, they have a very clever design, and it’s fun that it lugs around Ghosts. Its transportation purpose incorporates more of an operational attitude than most vehicles do since the majority of them are specifically designed for war.

It does have a frustrating turret, but the Shadow is basically a tow truck. Even more so than civilian vehicles, this reinforces the franchise’s dedication to creating a convincing environment that actually feels lived-in. Many times, it’s the smaller things that make a more authentic world, especially if their purpose if plausible.

9 Mammoth

This may be a controversial selection, especially given that it’s the first of two choices from Halo 4. It doesn’t carry the same history that many other vehicles do, but more than a few choices have only been omitted due to their simplicity. For example, the Mongoose is simply an Earthly quad, Specters are only a Covenant Warthog, and, although Ghosts glide nicely, there isn’t much to them.

The Mammoth, however, is essentially a bulky base on wheels that served up a rather entertaining mission. It’s a riff on Halo 3’s “Elephant,” memorably altered for the final highway mission in ODST. That convoy element is also used for Halo 4, almost creating a Mad Max environment—and that’s never a bad thing.

8 Brute Chopper

You know what? Those Brutes actually do have the look of a biker gang. They truly fit the vehicle’s rugged attitude and swift movement. Because of the large ram at the front, the incline calls to mind an actual human chopper—and it’s fascinating that in canon, the design was actually inspired by a human farming machine.

That’s just ironic—to take something peaceful and turn it into an instrument of war. Many vehicles in the Halo series have equivalent counterparts for any given species, and this one is sort of the Brutes’ version of a Ghost; it’s a quick one-seater that doesn’t need a passenger to fire, but it’s larger and tougher looking.

7 Banshee

This vehicle started out as a remarkably unwieldy thing to pilot, but that flaw was quickly corrected by the release of Halo 2. Their newfound maneuverability made them a great deal of fun to pilot, if not easy targets for rockets and Splashers.

Their design bears resemblance to a wasp, with sleek, eye-catching features that sustain the curvy personality of most Covenant vehicles. The first time you actually land on a Ring in Combat Evolved, this is one of the first things you see—a pair of Banshees overhead, hunting you down. It’s an unforgettable vehicle with enough firepower and mobility to secure its consistently recurring appearances.

6 Covenant Cruiser

Even more so than that Spirit, these ships are instantly recognizable and significant to the story. Frequently featured in cinematics such as the Master Chief’s incredible regifting scene in Halo 2, these vehicles are quite unlike any of the planetary-based ships that the Covenant use.

The familiar curves are there, but they are uniquely lean for such giant vessels. They don’t bear the bulkiness of a Phantom or rigidity of a Spirit. They somewhat resemble a typical concept car and are just as deserving of the name “Corvette” as the actual Covenant Corvette. Cruisers are slender and almost aquatic in their design—more reminiscent of H.G. Wells than James Cameron. It’s an appealing, consistent contribution to Halo history.

5 Pillar of Autumn

This is the vehicle that began it all, introducing us to a fleeing Captain Keyes and the quippy Cortana we all know and love. Even if its design is simplistic, it’s also impressively gargantuan, and the interior hallways will forever be embedded in our minds as the very first mission we conquered.

It was also the stage for the great finale of Halo: Combat Evolved, “The Maw,” a refreshing mission that is far unlike the chaotic shootout with the Covenant-Flood conflict that precedes it. Given these iconic missions that allowed us to explore the ship inside and out, and the vessel’s significance to the plot, it just couldn’t be omitted.

4 Pelican

If you weren’t sure about the influence of the movie Aliens yet, look no further. The dropship featured in that film, which delivers the Marines that first explore the Xenomorph-stricken terraforming colony, bears a striking resemblance to this classic Halo vehicle.

Of course, if you’re going to borrow from anyone, take notes from the best. Its sleek design is appealing, and its capacity to carry both troops and vehicles is neat. This vehicle has been a staple of the franchise, and so it’s been featured in more than a few memorable moments throughout the series, securing its position on anyone’s list of great Halo vehicles.

3 Mantis

This was a surprising nod to the BattleTech universe, whose flagship series is called MechWarrior, for the uninitiated. That series is more of a vehicle simulator, other than the MechAssault releases for the original Xbox. Eventually, it became outdated and lost its relevance, so the Mantis was a welcome addition.

Of course, there have been countless other exoskeleton machines—such as the more dissimilar power-loader in Aliens, and the mechanized suit in the Matrix sequels. Either way, this lumbering variant is introduced in a confined space, really allowing it to tear things apart. Its coolheaded movement, effective weaponry, and stocky build are enough to earn its place here—it’s literally a walking tank.

2 Scarab

Much like the Scorpion, which is simply a tank with a great name, this particular vehicle happens to actually resemble its namesake. The first time we saw this crazy thing, in Halo 2, was absolutely mind-blowing. We had never seen a land-based Covenant vehicle of this size, and its introduction did its best to instill fear.

Hurling aside everything in sight like a locomotive, its first appearance was far more intimidating than subsequent encounters. But its towering size, fun primary weapon, and enduring presence all make this a must-have. It’s the sleek, uniquely insectoid design that secures it such a higher position, though.

1 Warthog

Personally, we’re pretty sure it looks more like a Puma. And, although it’s basically just a truck, there’s no mistaking that iconic, stocky design. It is undeniably the most recognizable, representative vehicle of Halo, a necessary and effective truck that’s often modified.

The Gauss Warthog is an absolute beast, and those signature tusks that always protrude from the grill are a lot of fun. Even in the lore, the M12 classic Warthog is the most popular human vehicle, and it’s been used by infantry for ages. Although it used to feel like you were hydroplaning at all times, its maneuverability has improved, and its passenger capacity encourages the multiplayer teamwork on which the franchise was founded.

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