Auto Axe (The Pitt)

The AutoAxe is a melee weapon that will be added to Fallout 3 with the release of The Pitt downloadable content pack in March 2009.

It is expected that the Axe will cause a large amount of damage, due to the sharp rotating blades. However, due to its weight and size, it will probably be slow.

The damage that is done by this weapon can be increased with the Auto Axpert perk that also comes out with The Pitt (DLC).

Concept
The "AutoAxe" is clearly a handheld concrete saw. Its basic design is very similar to modern rotary-bladed concrete saws, and the "safety yellow" color indicates its intended use as an industrial tool. It is not surprising that such a tool would be found in an industrial area, such as The Pitt. However, the AutoAxe could also be interpreted as a large angle grinder. It also may have been used to clear debris, pre-war.