The Rapid Assault Weapon offers medium rapid fire capability (1 shot per 0.8 seconds), and can be obtained from a defeated STAR Sentinel or STAR Trooper (Tech Warrior or Alien Protector in Planet Strike). It resembles a rifle. It is the only weapon that has a different appearance in Planet Strike.
This is one of only two weapons effective on the ceiling mounted turrets, the other is the Dual-Neutron-Disruptor.