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| name = Epona Pursuit Vehicle | | name = Epona Pursuit Vehicle | ||
| manufacturer = [[Niles Industriplex Alpha]] | | manufacturer = [[Niles Industriplex Alpha]] | ||
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| + | Unnamed production site, [[Gateway]]<ref>''Moving Forward'' p. 353</ref> | ||
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| production year=2884 | | production year=2884 | ||
| year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/996/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/996/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
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| Type = Hover | | Type = Hover | ||
| cost = 2,905,333 C-bills | | cost = 2,905,333 C-bills | ||
| + | | Tech Base = [[Clan]] | ||
| mass = 50 | | mass = 50 | ||
| − | | armor = Compound VM20 | + | | armor = [[Compound VM20 Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | | engine = Fusion 215 | + | | engine = [[Fusion 215]] |
| comsys = [[Build 1700/5 Tacticom]] | | comsys = [[Build 1700/5 Tacticom]] | ||
| T&T = [[Series XL FWS]] | | T&T = [[Series XL FWS]] | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 10 | + | | heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]] |
| speed = 150 | | speed = 150 | ||
| Crew = 4 | | Crew = 4 | ||
| armament = Primary Configuration | | armament = Primary Configuration | ||
| − | *4x [[ | + | * 4x [[medium pulse laser]] |
| − | *1x [[Streak SRM-4]] | + | * 1x [[Streak SRM-4]] |
| BV (1.0) = 1,242<ref name=BV>''Combat Operations'', p. 114</ref> | | BV (1.0) = 1,242<ref name=BV>''Combat Operations'', p. 114</ref> | ||
| BV (2.0) = 1,477<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 79</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 1,477<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 79</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Unlike most [[Clan]] [[combat vehicle]]s, the '''Epona''' | + | Unlike most [[Clan]] [[combat vehicle]]s, the '''Epona Pursuit Tank''' started off only produced by [[Clan Hell's Horses]] and remained exclusive to them for a while. As that Clan tends to favor traditional armor more than other Clans, they were the first to see the value in modifying the technology used in [[OmniMech]]s to create an [[OmniVehicle]]. As such, the Epona is considered a front-line unit and sees service in the most prestigious [[Galaxy|Galaxies]] of the Horses. According to the Hell's Horses, it is only the Clan bias towards [['Mech]]s and their own hubris that keeps them from using the Epona, or other OmniVehicles.<ref name=TRO3060>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 54-55, "Epona Vehicle Profile"</ref> |
| − | As its name implies, the Epona is a fast vehicle that can chase down opponents and serve as a scout. In order to increase its survivability, the Epona is built on the largest [[hovercraft]] frame possible. It is still speedy, however, topping out at 150 km/h. This speed comes at the price of armor, as only five tons of [[ | + | As its name implies, the Epona is a fast vehicle that can chase down opponents and serve as a scout. In order to increase its survivability, the Epona is built on the largest [[hovercraft]] frame possible. It is still speedy, however, topping out at 150 km/h. This speed comes at the price of armor, as only five tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] weave protect the tank.<ref name=TRO3060/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
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==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *; | + | *;Alternate Configuration A : The second most popular configuration of the Epona carries a pair of [[LRM-20]]s in its turret. Four tons of ammunition keeps the Epona in supply through most Trials. To supplement this support variant, the A mounts paired [[ER Medium Laser]]s in the front. Next to those lasers is a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] that enables the Epona A to call in heavy [[artillery]] support. BV (1.0) = 1,741<ref name=BV />, BV (2.0) = 1,976<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 80</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *;Alternate Configuration B : Meant for use in open terrain, the Epona B carries a large gun in the form of an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] in its turret. This is supplemented by two [[Streak SRM-4]]s in the vehicle's front that can exploit any holes the autocannon makes in an enemy's armor. BV (1.0) = 1,022<ref name=BV />, BV (2.0) = 1,255<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 81</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *;Alternate Configuration C : The Epona C is a mix between a cavalry, spotter, and fire support vehicle. The turret carries both an [[ER PPC]] that is useful at all ranges and a [[Streak SRM-6]] that the gunner can fire with no fear of wasting ammunition. This variant also mounts a TAG, but in addition, makes use of an [[ECM Suite]] to protect it from enemy electronics. BV (1.0) = 1,322<ref name=BV />, BV (2.0) = 1,563<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 82</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *;Alternate Configuration D : A [[Jihad]] configuration introduced during that conflict, the D has a [[Targeting Computer]], which guides a pair of ER Medium Lasers and a [[HAG-20|Class 20 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]]. The rifle is fed by 12 rounds of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,773<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 83 - D Configuration of the Epona.</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *;Alternate Configuration E : The second Jihad era configuration introduced, this one mounts six [[AP Gauss Rifles]] and a pair of [[Plasma Cannons]]. The rifles have been given 80 rounds of ammunition, while the plasma cannons have been given 20. BV (2.0) = 1,436<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 84 - E configuration of the Epona OmniVehicle.</ref> |
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| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Epona.gif|Original Epona from ''[[Technical Readout: 3060|TRO:3060]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
*''[[Combat Operations]]'' | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Moving Forward]]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 08:10, 17 September 2023
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| Epona Pursuit Vehicle | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Niles Industriplex Alpha
Unnamed production site, Gateway[1] |
| Production Year | 2884[2] |
| Mission | OmniVehicle |
| Type | Hover |
| Cost | 2,905,333 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Tech Base | Clan |
| Mass | 50 |
| Armor | Compound VM20 Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Fusion 215 |
| Speed | 150 km/h |
| Crew | 4 |
| Communications System | Build 1700/5 Tacticom |
| Targeting Tracking System | Series XL FWS |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration |
| BV (1.0) | 1,242[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,477[4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Unlike most Clan combat vehicles, the Epona Pursuit Tank started off only produced by Clan Hell's Horses and remained exclusive to them for a while. As that Clan tends to favor traditional armor more than other Clans, they were the first to see the value in modifying the technology used in OmniMechs to create an OmniVehicle. As such, the Epona is considered a front-line unit and sees service in the most prestigious Galaxies of the Horses. According to the Hell's Horses, it is only the Clan bias towards 'Mechs and their own hubris that keeps them from using the Epona, or other OmniVehicles.[5]
As its name implies, the Epona is a fast vehicle that can chase down opponents and serve as a scout. In order to increase its survivability, the Epona is built on the largest hovercraft frame possible. It is still speedy, however, topping out at 150 km/h. This speed comes at the price of armor, as only five tons of ferro-fibrous weave protect the tank.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The primary configuration of the Epona is meant for close-quarters combat. Four Medium Pulse Lasers provide accurate damage that even most 'Mechs will have to worry about. A Streak SRM-4 enables the Epona to act as a vehicle-killer and to damage exposed critical systems. All of the armament is located in the vehicle's turret.[5]
Alternate Configurations[edit]
- Alternate Configuration A
- The second most popular configuration of the Epona carries a pair of LRM-20s in its turret. Four tons of ammunition keeps the Epona in supply through most Trials. To supplement this support variant, the A mounts paired ER Medium Lasers in the front. Next to those lasers is a TAG that enables the Epona A to call in heavy artillery support. BV (1.0) = 1,741[3], BV (2.0) = 1,976[6]
- Alternate Configuration B
- Meant for use in open terrain, the Epona B carries a large gun in the form of an Ultra Autocannon/10 in its turret. This is supplemented by two Streak SRM-4s in the vehicle's front that can exploit any holes the autocannon makes in an enemy's armor. BV (1.0) = 1,022[3], BV (2.0) = 1,255[7]
- Alternate Configuration C
- The Epona C is a mix between a cavalry, spotter, and fire support vehicle. The turret carries both an ER PPC that is useful at all ranges and a Streak SRM-6 that the gunner can fire with no fear of wasting ammunition. This variant also mounts a TAG, but in addition, makes use of an ECM Suite to protect it from enemy electronics. BV (1.0) = 1,322[3], BV (2.0) = 1,563[8]
- Alternate Configuration D
- A Jihad configuration introduced during that conflict, the D has a Targeting Computer, which guides a pair of ER Medium Lasers and a Class 20 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle. The rifle is fed by 12 rounds of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,773[9]
- Alternate Configuration E
- The second Jihad era configuration introduced, this one mounts six AP Gauss Rifles and a pair of Plasma Cannons. The rifles have been given 80 rounds of ammunition, while the plasma cannons have been given 20. BV (2.0) = 1,436[10]
Gallery[edit]
Original Epona from TRO:3060
References[edit]
- ↑ Moving Forward p. 353
- ↑ MUL online date for the Epona
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Combat Operations, p. 114
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 79
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 54-55, "Epona Vehicle Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 80
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 81
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 82
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 83 - D Configuration of the Epona.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 84 - E configuration of the Epona OmniVehicle.
Bibliography[edit]
Categories:
- Combat Vehicles
- Medium Combat Vehicles
- 50 ton Combat Vehicles
- Hover Combat Vehicles
- OmniVehicles
- Clan Diamond Shark Combat Vehicles
- Clan Ghost Bear Combat Vehicles
- Clan Goliath Scorpion Combat Vehicles
- Clan Hell's Horses Combat Vehicles
- Clan Ice Hellion Combat Vehicles
- Clan Star Adder Combat Vehicles
- Clan Wolf Combat Vehicles