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Line 1: {{InfoBoxASF {{InfoBoxASF − | image = [[Image:Sabre AT2r.png|191px]] + | image = [[Image:Sabre.gif|191px]] − | name = ''Sabre'' + | name = Sabre − | manufacturer = + | manufacturer = [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] <br> [[Lockheed/CBM Corporation]] <br> [[Jalastar Aerospace]] − [[Jalastar Aerospace]] − ---- − [[Lockheed/CBM Corporation]] − ---- − [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]] − ---- − [[Pinard Protectorates Limited]] − ---- − [[Raimei]] − ---- − [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] | model = SB-27 | model = SB-27 − | Class = Light aerospace fighter + | Class = Light | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] − | Cost = 3,145,781 [[C-bill]]s + | Introduced = [[2519]] − | production year = 2519 − | year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4959/sabre-sb-27 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | mass = 25 tons | mass = 25 tons − | frame = [[Inazuma SI-32]] + | frame = Inazuma SI-32 − | power plant = [[Nissan 225]] + | power plant = Nissan 225 − | armor = [[Nimakachi Type 3]] + | armament = 3 x [[Medium Laser]]s − | armament = 3x [[medium laser]]+ | communications system = BipStar 49-G − | communications system = [[BipStar 49-G]] + | tracking & targeting system = Ki-II TTS − | tracking & targeting system = [[Ki-II TTS]] + | heat sinks = 10 − | heat sinks = 10 [[single heat sink]]s + | BV (1.0) = ??? − | BV (1.0) = 600<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 33</ref> + | BV (2.0) = 574 − | BV (2.0) = 574<ref name="TRO3075p212"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 106</ref> }} }} − ==Description== ==Description== − The longest-serving [[aerospace fighter]] design in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Sabre''''' is a sturdy garrison fighter, now infamous for its role in one of the greatest intelligence projects in Combine history, the "Raimei Ring".<ref name="TRO3075p212">''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 212: "Sabre"</ref> + The longest serving [[AeroSpace Fighter]] in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Sabre''''' is a sturdy garrison fighter, now infamous for its role in one of the greatest intelligence project in Combine history. − While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the ''Sabre'' was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. The original manufacturer, [[Raimei]], continued to upgrade the fighter as technology advanced; the final version produced by Raimei was the SB-27 model which featured a [[Nissan 225]] [[fusion engine]], doubled the fuel capacity of the previous model, and replaced the previous [[primitive armor]] with four tons of [[BattleMech]] grade armor, giving the same protection for less weight.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> + While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the ''Sabre'' was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. Original manufacturer Raimei continued to upgrade the fighter as technology advanced, resulting in the SB-27 model which features a Nissan 225 [[Fusion Engine]], double the fuel capacity and four tons of [[BattleMech]] grade armor. − Part of the reason the ''Sabre'' is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the [[Inner Sphere]] is because Raimei had established semi-independent factories in all five of the other [[Great Houses]] and two [[Periphery]] states by [[2572]]. Due to close links between the company and [[House Kurita]], each newly built facility also became a clearinghouse for [[ISF]] spies funneling intelligence back to the Combine. The ring would prove invaluable to the Combine and operate right up until Raimei's financial collapse in [[2814]], when the surviving ''Sabre'' assembly lines fell to other manufacturers. One of the revelations coming to light during the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[White-out]] of the [[HPG]] grid during the [[Jihad]], the existence of the so-called "Raimei Ring" has brought into question the loyalties of many multinational corporations.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> + Part of the reason the ''Sabre'' is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the [[Inner Sphere]] is because Raimei established semi-independent factories in all five of the other [[Great Houses]] and two [[Periphery]] states in [[2572]]. Due to close links between the company and [[House Kurita]]'s ruling family, each newly built facility also became clearing houses for [[ISF]] spies funneling intelligence back to the Combine. The ring would prove invaluable to the Combine and operate right up until Raimei's financial collapse in [[2814]], when the surviving ''Sabre''s assembly lines fell to other manufacturers. One of the revelations coming to light during the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[White-out]] of the [[HPG]] grid during the [[Jihad]], the existence of the so-called "Raimei Ring" has brought into question the loyalties of many multi-national corporations. − ==Weapons and Equipment== + ==Armament== − Like many light fighters, the ''Sabre'' carries a light, laser based weapons array consisting of three [[Tronel II]] [[medium laser]]s, with one in the nose and one in each wing.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> + Like many light fighters, the ''Sabre'' caries a light laser based weapons array, consisting of three Tronel II [[Medium Laser]]s, one in the nose and one on each wing. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; SB-26 : The original ''Sabre'' model designed in [[2314]], this primitive fighter carried a mere two tons of fuel, used a heavier engine, [[primitive armor]], and was armed with three [[medium laser]]s.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> BV (2.0) = 512<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 105</ref> + * ''SB-26'' The original ''Sabre'' model, this primitive fighter carried a mere two tons of fuel. − + * ''SB-27b'' This variant is equipped with twice as many Medium Lasers as the standard SB-27, mounting a pair in each wing and the nose. The heat sinks were replaced with double strength models. BV (2.0) = 1,059<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 83</ref> − *; SB-27b : This "Royal" variant was fielded during [[Aleksandr Kerensky|Kerensky]]'s campaign to liberate [[Terra]] and is equipped with twice as many [[medium laser]]s as the standard SB-27, mounting a pair in each wing and the nose. It uses an [[XL engine]] and the [[single heat sink]]s were replaced with [[double heat sink|double strength model]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,059<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 83</ref><ref name=HOKp160>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p. 160</ref>+ * ''SB-28'' Originally an advanced model produced exclusively for the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2753]], the 28 variant has been revived during the [[Jihad]] and produced for the [[Kell Hounds]] thanks to design specs supplied to Lockheed/CBM by [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]]. Mounting an [[XL Engine]], the SB-28 has enough space to switch the nose laser for an [[ER Large Laser]], while the addition of [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor boosts protection. − + * ''SB-29'' - A newer upgrade developed in [[3068]] by Wakazashi, seeking to finally reintroduce the venerable ''Sabre'' to the Combine, the SB-29 drops the medium lasers for a [[Light PPC]] in the nose and an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each wing. − *; SB-27b-EC : Four prototype [[ER medium laser]]s have been installed by [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] techs. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 987<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 125</ref> + * ''SB-31 Defense Special'' - Designed with extensive use of [[Experimental Technology|experimental technologies]], the ''Defense Special'' appears to be a test-bed for a new idea. As the [[DCA]] has spent so much money on [[WarShips]], Wakazashi produced this fighter to thicken their anti-missile defenses. Using an XL Engine and [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Defense Special'' also mounts three [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]s. Apparently pilots are supposed to stick close to a Combine WarShip and position themselves between the WarShip and incoming missile fire. The L-AMS then engage the salvo, reducing or destroying it outright. This leaves the WarShip's defenses ready to deal with any "leakers" that get past the ''Defense Special''. Another possible deployment would place the ''Defense Special'' in the center of a flight, destroying incoming missiles and protecting its wingmates. No ''Defense Specials'' are known to be deployed. BV (2.0) = 884<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 14</ref> − − *; SB-28 : Originally an advanced model produced exclusively for the [[Terran Hegemony]] by the Raimei/Lockheed plant on [[Outreach]] from [[2753]], the SB-28 variant has been revived during the [[Jihad]] and produced for the [[Kell Hounds]] thanks to design specs supplied to Lockheed/CBM by [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]]. Mounting an [[XL engine]], the SB-28 has enough space to switch the nose laser for an [[ER large laser]], while the addition of [[ferro-aluminum]] armor boosts protection.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> BV (2.0) = 951<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 107</ref> − − *; SB-29 : A newer upgrade developed in [[3068]] by Wakazashi, seeking to finally reintroduce the venerable ''Sabre'' to the Combine. The SB-29 replaces the [[medium laser]]s with a [[light PPC]] in the nose and an [[ER medium laser]] in each wing.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> BV (2.0) = 789<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 108</ref> − − *; SB-31 ''Defense Special'' : Designed with extensive use of [[Experimental Technology|experimental technologies]], the ''Defense Special'' appears to be a testbed for a new idea. As the [[DCA]] has spent so much money on [[WarShip]]s, Wakazashi produced this fighter to thicken their anti-missile defenses. Using an [[XL engine]] and [[ER medium laser]]s, the ''Defense Special'' also mounts three [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]s. Apparently pilots are supposed to stick close to a Combine WarShip and position themselves between the WarShip and incoming missile fire, allowing the [[LAMS]] to then engage the salvo, reducing or destroying it outright. This leaves the WarShip's defenses ready to deal with any missiles that manage to get past the ''Defense Special''. Another possible deployment would place the ''Defense Special'' in the center of a flight, destroying incoming missiles and protecting its wingmates. No ''Defense Specials'' are known to be deployed. BV (2.0) = 884<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 14</ref> − − *; SB-31D : The production version of the ''Defense Special'', this version was restricted to use by Wakazashi and related shipping concerns. It was only offered to the [[Draconis Combine Admiralty]] in [[3079]]. It mounts the three [[Laser AMS]] of the ''Defense Special'' and the same three [[ER medium laser]]s, but reduces its fuel capability slightly in order to mount 11 [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 935<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 167</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 83</ref> − − ==Design Quirks== − The ''SB-31D Sabre'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> − * [[Atmospheric Flyer]] − * [[Cramped Cockpit]] − − ==Gallery== − <gallery> − Sabre AT2r.png|Original ''Sabre'' from ''[[AeroTech 2]]'' − Sabre.gif|''Sabre'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]'' − sabre-31d.png|SB-31D ''Sabre'' from ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes|TRO:Proto]]'' − </gallery> ==Notes== ==Notes== − * The ''Sabre'' was introduced in ''[[AeroTech#Notes|AeroTech]]'' (1st edition) as one of the six original designs, but lacked a model number, release date, or any description beyond its game stats. It was finally given an image in ''AeroTech 2'' and a detailed description in line with that of other aerospace fighters in ''Technical Readout: 3075''.+ The ''Sabre'' was introduced in AeroTech 1st edition as one of the six original designs, with no model number, release date, or 'fluff', finally getting fully statted with TRO:3075. ==References== ==References== + *''AeroTech'' + *''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 179 + *''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp 212-213 + *''Record Sheets: 3075'' <references/> <references/> ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − <div class="desktop-3-col">+ *''[[AeroTech]]'' − * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' − * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' − * ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]''+ *''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' + *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: Golden Century]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' − </div> − − [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] + [[Category:AeroSpace Fighters]] − [[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]] + [[Category:Light AeroSpace Fighters]] − [[Category:SLDF Royal Aerospace Fighter classes]] + [[Category:Light AeroSpace Fighters]]
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| − | | manufacturer = | + | | manufacturer = [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] <br> [[Lockheed/CBM Corporation]] <br> [[Jalastar Aerospace]] |
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| model = SB-27 | | model = SB-27 | ||
| − | | Class = Light | + | | Class = Light |
| Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | ||
| − | | | + | | Introduced = [[2519]] |
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| mass = 25 tons | | mass = 25 tons | ||
| − | | frame = | + | | frame = Inazuma SI-32 |
| − | | power plant = | + | | power plant = Nissan 225 |
| − | | | + | | armament = 3 x [[Medium Laser]]s |
| − | + | | communications system = BipStar 49-G | |
| − | | communications system = | + | | tracking & targeting system = Ki-II TTS |
| − | | tracking & targeting system = | + | | heat sinks = 10 |
| − | | heat sinks = 10 | + | | BV (1.0) = ??? |
| − | | BV (1.0) = | + | | BV (2.0) = 574 |
| − | | BV (2.0) = 574 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The longest | + | The longest serving [[AeroSpace Fighter]] in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Sabre''''' is a sturdy garrison fighter, now infamous for its role in one of the greatest intelligence project in Combine history. |
| − | While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the ''Sabre'' was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. | + | While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the ''Sabre'' was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. Original manufacturer Raimei continued to upgrade the fighter as technology advanced, resulting in the SB-27 model which features a Nissan 225 [[Fusion Engine]], double the fuel capacity and four tons of [[BattleMech]] grade armor. |
| − | Part of the reason the ''Sabre'' is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the [[Inner Sphere]] is because Raimei | + | Part of the reason the ''Sabre'' is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the [[Inner Sphere]] is because Raimei established semi-independent factories in all five of the other [[Great Houses]] and two [[Periphery]] states in [[2572]]. Due to close links between the company and [[House Kurita]]'s ruling family, each newly built facility also became clearing houses for [[ISF]] spies funneling intelligence back to the Combine. The ring would prove invaluable to the Combine and operate right up until Raimei's financial collapse in [[2814]], when the surviving ''Sabre''s assembly lines fell to other manufacturers. One of the revelations coming to light during the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[White-out]] of the [[HPG]] grid during the [[Jihad]], the existence of the so-called "Raimei Ring" has brought into question the loyalties of many multi-national corporations. |
| − | == | + | ==Armament== |
| − | Like many light fighters, the ''Sabre'' | + | Like many light fighters, the ''Sabre'' caries a light laser based weapons array, consisting of three Tronel II [[Medium Laser]]s, one in the nose and one on each wing. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * | + | * ''SB-26'' The original ''Sabre'' model, this primitive fighter carried a mere two tons of fuel. |
| − | + | * ''SB-27b'' This variant is equipped with twice as many Medium Lasers as the standard SB-27, mounting a pair in each wing and the nose. The heat sinks were replaced with double strength models. BV (2.0) = 1,059<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 83</ref> | |
| − | + | * ''SB-28'' Originally an advanced model produced exclusively for the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2753]], the 28 variant has been revived during the [[Jihad]] and produced for the [[Kell Hounds]] thanks to design specs supplied to Lockheed/CBM by [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]]. Mounting an [[XL Engine]], the SB-28 has enough space to switch the nose laser for an [[ER Large Laser]], while the addition of [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor boosts protection. | |
| − | + | * ''SB-29'' - A newer upgrade developed in [[3068]] by Wakazashi, seeking to finally reintroduce the venerable ''Sabre'' to the Combine, the SB-29 drops the medium lasers for a [[Light PPC]] in the nose and an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each wing. | |
| − | * | + | * ''SB-31 Defense Special'' - Designed with extensive use of [[Experimental Technology|experimental technologies]], the ''Defense Special'' appears to be a test-bed for a new idea. As the [[DCA]] has spent so much money on [[WarShips]], Wakazashi produced this fighter to thicken their anti-missile defenses. Using an XL Engine and [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Defense Special'' also mounts three [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]s. Apparently pilots are supposed to stick close to a Combine WarShip and position themselves between the WarShip and incoming missile fire. The L-AMS then engage the salvo, reducing or destroying it outright. This leaves the WarShip's defenses ready to deal with any "leakers" that get past the ''Defense Special''. Another possible deployment would place the ''Defense Special'' in the center of a flight, destroying incoming missiles and protecting its wingmates. No ''Defense Specials'' are known to be deployed. BV (2.0) = 884<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 14</ref> |
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | + | The ''Sabre'' was introduced in AeroTech 1st edition as one of the six original designs, with no model number, release date, or 'fluff', finally getting fully statted with TRO:3075. | |
==References== | ==References== | ||
| + | *''AeroTech'' | ||
| + | *''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 179 | ||
| + | *''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp 212-213 | ||
| + | *''Record Sheets: 3075'' | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | *''[[AeroTech]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[AeroTech | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' |
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| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 | + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]'' |
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