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A Powerfist is a weapon in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Around since the first incarnation of Warhammer 40,000, there have been several models and parts of models that have a power fist. It is essentially an oversized, armoured gauntlet that generates an energy field around it that disrupts any matter it touches. It is a favoured close combat weapon for the Imperium, as well as the forces of Chaos (particularly the Chaos Space Marines). The Orks use a variant known as a Power Klaw, which is a large claw with three bladed fingers. The wielders of such weapons can easily rip apart armour of any kind with them. The Eldar Striking Scorpion Exarchs employ a variant called Scorpion's Claw, which integrates a shuriken catapult and a Powerfist, and is shaped like a hand sized claw of a scorpion.

In the table-top game, it has the effect of doubling the user's strength while ignoring armour saves. It has the disadvantage of forcing the user to strike last, making them vulnerable to attack from others before they get a chance to strike. A popular choice for weapons that go with a power fist are the combat shield and bolt pistol or just a storm shield.

From time to time, the Terminator's (and occasionally, Assault Space Marines and Space Marine Heros') Powerfist has also been known as Power Gloves, especially in the Space Hulk PC game. However, the Dreadnought's close combat weapon has always been known exclusively as the Powerfist, and it is more powerful than its infantry equivalent.

Another variant is the Chainfist, similar to a Powerfist, but with a miniature powered chainsaw blade attached. It was originally intended for breaching bulkheads on starships and hulks but it is equally adept at tearing up vehicles. It is just as effective as the Powerfist against enemy troops, but such is its size and weight that only Terminators can use it.

Most Terminators are equipped with a Storm Bolter and Powerfist. Occasionally, the Chainfist will substitute for a Powerfist.

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