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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the aerospace fighter|the Manei Domini agent known as "Lucifer"|Damien Lucille}} {{InfoBoxASF {{InfoBoxASF | image = [[Image:Lucifer_3025.jpg|191px]] | image = [[Image:Lucifer_3025.jpg|191px]] Line 5:
Line 4: | manufacturer = [[Lockheed-CBM Corporation]] | manufacturer = [[Lockheed-CBM Corporation]] ---- ---- − [[Wakazashi Enterprises]]<ref name=ORp68>''Objective Raids'', p. 68</ref> + [[Wakazashi Enterprises]]<ref>''Objective Raids''p. 68</ref> | model = LCF-R15 | model = LCF-R15 − | Class = Medium aerospace fighter + | Class = Medium Aerospace Fighter | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | Tech Base = Inner Sphere − | Cost = 3,162,311 [[C-bill]]s + | Cost = 8,571,845 + | Introduced = [[2526]] | production year = 2526 | production year = 2526 | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1954/lucifer-lcf-r15 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1954/lucifer-lcf-r15 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | mass = 65 tons | mass = 65 tons | structural integrity = 6 | structural integrity = 6 − | frame = [[Lockheed/CBM 200]] + | frame = Lockheed/CBM 200 − | power plant = [[WAS 195]] + | power plant = WAS 195 − | armor = [[StarScale Type IV]] | Fuel = 400 - 5 tons | Fuel = 400 - 5 tons − | armament = + | armament = * 1x [[medium laser]] − * 1x [[Medium laser]] + * 1x[[LRM-20]] − * 1x [[LRM-20]] + * 4x[[Small Laser]]s − * 4x [[Small laser]]s + * 2x[[Large Laser]]s − * 2x [[Large laser]]s | communications system = [[Lockheed/CBM COMSET 100]] | communications system = [[Lockheed/CBM COMSET 100]] | tracking & targeting system = [[Lockheed/CBM TarSet 55]] | tracking & targeting system = [[Lockheed/CBM TarSet 55]] − | heat sinks = 20 [[single heat sink]]s + | heat sinks = 20 | BV (1.0) = 1,079<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 268</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 111</ref> | BV (1.0) = 1,079<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 268</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 111</ref> | BV (2.0) = 1,347<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 209</ref> | BV (2.0) = 1,347<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 209</ref> Line 31:
Line 29: ==Description== ==Description== − Considered to be well armored and fairly well armed, the '''''Lucifer''''' is known for its tight maneuvering and prolonged weapons fire capabilities. However, numerous issues with cooling, targeting, and communications systems have plagued the design, and the ejection system was removed when the frame was refitted for high-G maneuvers. Despite this, the craft is respected for its anti-[[DropShip]] mission and the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] has invested heavily in production. When supported by other fighters to fend off enemy aggressors, the ''Lucifer'' has proven to be a very effective machine. + Considered to be well armored and fairly well armed, the '''''Lucifer''''' is known for its tight maneuvering and prolonged weapons fire capabilities. However, numerous issues with cooling, targeting, and communications systems have plagued the design, and the ejection system was removed when the frame was refitted for high-G maneuvers. However, the craft is respected for its anti-[[DropShip]] mission and the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] has invested heavily in production. When supported by other fighters to fend off enemy fighters, the ''Lucifer'' is a very effective machine. ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The LCF-R15 is laser-heavy, with two [[large laser]]s, four [[small laser]]s, and one [[medium laser]], all provided by [[Maxell Corporation]]. This variant also comes equipped with the [[LRM-20#Holly|Holly]] [[LRM-20]], providing it with that far off capability to soften up a [[DropShip]]'s armor, so that the four small lasers can do increased damage on the close-up pass. + The LCF-R15 is laser-heavy, with two [[Large Lasers]], four [[Small Laser]]s, and one [[medium laser]], all provided by the Maxell corporation. This variant also comes equipped with the Holly Long-Range Missile 20-Rack, providing it with that far off capability to soften up a [[DropShip]]'s armor, so that the four Small Lasers can do increased damage on the close-up pass. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; LCF-R16 : The [[3052]] LCF-R16 upgrades the armor with [[ferro-aluminum]], and improves the craft's weapons. The four [[small laser]]s are replaced by two [[Streak SRM-2]]s, the rear-firing [[medium laser]] is upgraded to a [[medium pulse laser]], and the [[large laser]]s are upgraded to [[ER large laser]]s. The new ''Lucifer'' also includes [[double heat sink]]s and [[Artemis IV FCS]]. BV (1.0) = 1,424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 269</ref> (1,418),<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 112</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,443 + *; LCF-R16 : The [[3052]] LCF-R16 upgrades the armor with [[Ferro-Aluminum]], and improves the craft's weapons: The four small lasers are replaced by 2 [[Streak SRM-2|Streak SRM-2s]], the rear-firing medium laser is upgraded to a [[Medium Pulse Laser]], and the large lasers are upgraded to [[ER Large Lasers]]. The new ''Lucifer'' also includes [[Double Heat Sink|Double Heat Sinks]] and [[Artemis IV FCS]]. BV (1.0) = 1,424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 269</ref> (1,418)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 112</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,443 − *; LCF-R20 : This [[2609]] Lyran version places more armor and three additional [[single heat sink]]s, at the expense of the [[LRM-20]] rack, in order to increase the combat loiter time necessary for anti-[[DropShip]] operations. BV (1.0) = 1,441,<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 272</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 115</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,536 + *;LCF-R20 : This [[2609]] Lyran version places more armor and three additional heat sinks, at the expense of the LRM rack, in order to increase the combat loiter time necessary for anti-[[DropShip]] operations. BV (1.0) = 1,441<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 272</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 115</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,536 − *; LCF-R16K : The LCF-R16K ''Lucifer II'' was based on captured LCF-R15s and LCF-20s. The ''Lucifer II'' sacrifices armor and the [[LRM-20]] in order to upgrade the power plant to a [[Manatwist 260]]. It also has a close range [[SRM-6]] rack. BV (1.0) = 959,<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 270</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 113</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,109 + *;LCF-R16K : The LCF-R16K ''Lucifer II'' was based on captured LCF-R15s and LCF-20s. The ''Lucifer II'' sacrifices armor and the LRM-20 in order to upgrade the power plant to a Manatwist 260. It also has a close range SRM-6 rack. BV (1.0) = 959<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 270</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 113</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,109 − *; LCF-R16KR : The LCF-R16KR ''Lucifer II'' is a major upgrade over the original LCF-R15. This variant is protected with [[ferro-aluminum]] armor, and saves mass with a 260-rated [[XL engine]] and removal of the [[LRM-20]]. Compared with the LCF-R15, the craft adds two [[SRM-6]]s, upgrades the [[large laser]]s to [[ER large laser]]s, upgrades the [[small laser]]s in each wing to a single [[medium pulse laser]], and the rear-facing [[medium laser]] to a medium pulse laser, but drops some armor.<ref name=ORp68/><ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 184</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,301<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 271</ref> (1,303),<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 114</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,399 + *; LCF-R16KR : The LCF-R16KR ''Lucifer II'' is a major upgrade over the original LCF-R15. This variant is protected with [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor, and saves mass with a 260-rated [[XL engine]] and removal of the LRM-20. Compared with the LCF-R15, the craft adds two [[SRM-6|SRM-6s]], upgrades the large lasers to ER Large Lasers, upgrades the small lasers in each wing to a single Medium Pulse Laser, and the rear-facing medium laser to a Medium Pulse Laser, but drops some armor<ref>''Objective Raids'', p. 68</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 184</ref>. BV (1.0) = 1,301<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 271</ref> (1,303)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 114</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,399 − *; LCR-3 ''Lucifer III'' : This version of the ''Lucifer'' is roughly based on the experimental LCF-X30. This version mounts the same [[Coventry Comet]] [[ELRM-10]] systems in each wing and [[Medium_X-Pulse_Laser#Defiance_X5M|Defiance X5M]] [[medium X-Pulse laser]] for aft coverage, but the main weapon system is the nose-mounted [[Defiance DialScope Model A]] [[Bombast Laser]]. 21 tons of [[ferro-aluminum]] armor has been installed and an [[XL engine]] provides a great deal of thrust, while the communications system was changed to an [[O/P AIR 900]]. BV (2.0) = 2,356<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 177</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 90</ref> + *;LCR-3 ''Lucifer III'' : This version of the ''Lucifer'' is roughly based on the experimental LCF-X30. This version mounts the same [[Coventry Comet]] [[Extended LRM-10]] systems in each wing and [[Defiance X5M]] [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]] for aft coverage, but the main weapon system is the nose-mounted [[Defiance DialScope Model A]] [[Bombast Laser]]. Twenty-one tons of Ferro-Aluminum armor has been installed, and an XL engine provides a great deal of thrust, the communications system was changed to an [[O/P AIR 900]]. BV (2.0) = 2,356<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 177</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 90</ref> − *; ''Lucifer III'' C : After [[Clan Jade Falcon]] captured Shipil, they changed the design of the ''Lucifer III''. The fuselage is protected by [[ferro-lamellor]] armor while the weaponry was removed and replaced by a pair of [[ATM-9]] launchers, [[medium pulse laser]]s, and an [[ER PPC]] with [[PPC capacitor]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 224</ref> + *; '''Lucifer III''' C : After [[Clan Jade Falcon]] captured Shipil, they changed the design of the ''Lucifer III''. The fuselage is protected by [[Ferro-Lamellor]] armor. The weaponry was removed and replaced by a pair of [[ATM-9]] launchers, Medium Pulse Laser, and an [[ER PPC]] with [[PPC Capacitor]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 224</ref> ===Custom Variants=== ===Custom Variants=== − *; LCF-X30 : Developed by the [[Shipil Company]] on [[Skye]], the LCF-X30 is a testbed for [[experimental technology]]. Replacing the standard engine with an [[XL engine]] and swapping the [[standard armor]] for [[ferro-aluminum]] armor was the starting point. Removing the standard weapon load for the ''Lucifer'' was the next step; in place of the standard weapons, the LCF-X30 carries a [[Binary Laser Cannon]] in the nose, an [[ELRM-10]] in each wing for long range hitting power, while a [[medium X-Pulse laser]] covers the rear arc. Only two are known to be undergoing testing. BV (1.0) = ?? BV (2.0) = 1842<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 13</ref> + *;LCF-X30 : Developed by the [[Shipil Company]] on [[Skye]], the LCF-X30 is a testbed for [[Experimental Technology]]. Replacing the standard engine with an XL version and swapping the standard armor for Ferro-Aluminum was the starting point. Removing the standard weapon load for the ''Lucifer'' was the next step. In place of the standard weapons, the LCF-X30 carries a [[Binary Laser Cannon]] in the nose, an Extended LRM-10 in each wing for long range hitting power, while a Medium X-Pulse Laser covers the rear arc. Only two are known to be undergoing testing. BV (1.0) = ?? BV (2.0) = 1842<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 13</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== Line 56:
Line 54: * [[Difficult Ejection]] * [[Difficult Ejection]] * [[Easy to Pilot]] * [[Easy to Pilot]] + * [[Rumble Seat]] ==Notes== ==Notes== − * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Lucifer'' was among the aerospace fighters for which he invented the name and wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its art and game stats to work with for the TRO entry.+ * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Luzifer'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''LZF-R15'''. − − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Luzifer'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''LZF-R15'''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== Line 74:
Line 71: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − {{div col|colwidth=25em}}+ <div class="desktop-3-col"> − * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' + *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' − * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]'' + *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]'' − * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' − * ''[[Objective Raids]]'' + *''[[Objective Raids]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' − {{div col end}}+ </div> + [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] [[Category:Medium Aerospace Fighter classes]] [[Category:Medium Aerospace Fighter classes]] [[Category:German renamed units]] [[Category:German renamed units]]
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| image = [[Image:Lucifer_3025.jpg|191px]] | | image = [[Image:Lucifer_3025.jpg|191px]] | ||
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| manufacturer = [[Lockheed-CBM Corporation]] | | manufacturer = [[Lockheed-CBM Corporation]] | ||
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| − | [[Wakazashi Enterprises]]<ref | + | [[Wakazashi Enterprises]]<ref>''Objective Raids''p. 68</ref> |
| model = LCF-R15 | | model = LCF-R15 | ||
| − | | Class = Medium | + | | Class = Medium Aerospace Fighter |
| Tech Base = Inner Sphere | | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
| − | | Cost = | + | | Cost = 8,571,845 |
| + | | Introduced = [[2526]] | ||
| production year = 2526 | | production year = 2526 | ||
| year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1954/lucifer-lcf-r15 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1954/lucifer-lcf-r15 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| mass = 65 tons | | mass = 65 tons | ||
| structural integrity = 6 | | structural integrity = 6 | ||
| − | | frame = | + | | frame = Lockheed/CBM 200 |
| − | | power plant = | + | | power plant = WAS 195 |
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| Fuel = 400 - 5 tons | | Fuel = 400 - 5 tons | ||
| − | | armament = | + | | armament = * 1x [[medium laser]] |
| − | * 1x [[ | + | * 1x[[LRM-20]] |
| − | * 1x [[LRM-20]] | + | * 4x[[Small Laser]]s |
| − | * 4x [[Small | + | * 2x[[Large Laser]]s |
| − | * 2x [[Large | ||
| communications system = [[Lockheed/CBM COMSET 100]] | | communications system = [[Lockheed/CBM COMSET 100]] | ||
| tracking & targeting system = [[Lockheed/CBM TarSet 55]] | | tracking & targeting system = [[Lockheed/CBM TarSet 55]] | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 20 | + | | heat sinks = 20 |
| BV (1.0) = 1,079<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 268</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 111</ref> | | BV (1.0) = 1,079<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 268</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 111</ref> | ||
| BV (2.0) = 1,347<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 209</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 1,347<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 209</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Considered to be well armored and fairly well armed, the '''''Lucifer''''' is known for its tight maneuvering and prolonged weapons fire capabilities. However, numerous issues with cooling, targeting, and communications systems have plagued the design, and the ejection system was removed when the frame was refitted for high-G maneuvers. | + | Considered to be well armored and fairly well armed, the '''''Lucifer''''' is known for its tight maneuvering and prolonged weapons fire capabilities. However, numerous issues with cooling, targeting, and communications systems have plagued the design, and the ejection system was removed when the frame was refitted for high-G maneuvers. However, the craft is respected for its anti-[[DropShip]] mission and the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] has invested heavily in production. When supported by other fighters to fend off enemy fighters, the ''Lucifer'' is a very effective machine. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The LCF-R15 is laser-heavy, with two [[ | + | The LCF-R15 is laser-heavy, with two [[Large Lasers]], four [[Small Laser]]s, and one [[medium laser]], all provided by the Maxell corporation. This variant also comes equipped with the Holly Long-Range Missile 20-Rack, providing it with that far off capability to soften up a [[DropShip]]'s armor, so that the four Small Lasers can do increased damage on the close-up pass. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; LCF-R16 : The [[3052]] LCF-R16 upgrades the armor with [[ | + | *; LCF-R16 : The [[3052]] LCF-R16 upgrades the armor with [[Ferro-Aluminum]], and improves the craft's weapons: The four small lasers are replaced by 2 [[Streak SRM-2|Streak SRM-2s]], the rear-firing medium laser is upgraded to a [[Medium Pulse Laser]], and the large lasers are upgraded to [[ER Large Lasers]]. The new ''Lucifer'' also includes [[Double Heat Sink|Double Heat Sinks]] and [[Artemis IV FCS]]. BV (1.0) = 1,424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 269</ref> (1,418)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 112</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,443 |
| − | *; LCF-R20 : This [[2609]] Lyran version places more armor and three additional | + | *;LCF-R20 : This [[2609]] Lyran version places more armor and three additional heat sinks, at the expense of the LRM rack, in order to increase the combat loiter time necessary for anti-[[DropShip]] operations. BV (1.0) = 1,441<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 272</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 115</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,536 |
| − | *; LCF-R16K : The LCF-R16K ''Lucifer II'' was based on captured LCF-R15s and LCF-20s. The ''Lucifer II'' sacrifices armor and the | + | *;LCF-R16K : The LCF-R16K ''Lucifer II'' was based on captured LCF-R15s and LCF-20s. The ''Lucifer II'' sacrifices armor and the LRM-20 in order to upgrade the power plant to a Manatwist 260. It also has a close range SRM-6 rack. BV (1.0) = 959<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 270</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 113</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,109 |
| − | *; LCF-R16KR : The LCF-R16KR ''Lucifer II'' is a major upgrade over the original LCF-R15. This variant is protected with [[ | + | *; LCF-R16KR : The LCF-R16KR ''Lucifer II'' is a major upgrade over the original LCF-R15. This variant is protected with [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor, and saves mass with a 260-rated [[XL engine]] and removal of the LRM-20. Compared with the LCF-R15, the craft adds two [[SRM-6|SRM-6s]], upgrades the large lasers to ER Large Lasers, upgrades the small lasers in each wing to a single Medium Pulse Laser, and the rear-facing medium laser to a Medium Pulse Laser, but drops some armor<ref>''Objective Raids'', p. 68</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 184</ref>. BV (1.0) = 1,301<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 271</ref> (1,303)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 114</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,399 |
| − | *; LCR-3 ''Lucifer III'' : This version of the ''Lucifer'' is roughly based on the experimental LCF-X30. This version mounts the same [[Coventry Comet]] [[ | + | *;LCR-3 ''Lucifer III'' : This version of the ''Lucifer'' is roughly based on the experimental LCF-X30. This version mounts the same [[Coventry Comet]] [[Extended LRM-10]] systems in each wing and [[Defiance X5M]] [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]] for aft coverage, but the main weapon system is the nose-mounted [[Defiance DialScope Model A]] [[Bombast Laser]]. Twenty-one tons of Ferro-Aluminum armor has been installed, and an XL engine provides a great deal of thrust, the communications system was changed to an [[O/P AIR 900]]. BV (2.0) = 2,356<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 177</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 90</ref> |
| − | *; ''Lucifer III'' C : After [[Clan Jade Falcon]] captured Shipil, they changed the design of the ''Lucifer III''. The fuselage is protected by [[ | + | *; '''Lucifer III''' C : After [[Clan Jade Falcon]] captured Shipil, they changed the design of the ''Lucifer III''. The fuselage is protected by [[Ferro-Lamellor]] armor. The weaponry was removed and replaced by a pair of [[ATM-9]] launchers, Medium Pulse Laser, and an [[ER PPC]] with [[PPC Capacitor]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 224</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | *; LCF-X30 : Developed by the [[Shipil Company]] on [[Skye]], the LCF-X30 is a testbed for [[ | + | *;LCF-X30 : Developed by the [[Shipil Company]] on [[Skye]], the LCF-X30 is a testbed for [[Experimental Technology]]. Replacing the standard engine with an XL version and swapping the standard armor for Ferro-Aluminum was the starting point. Removing the standard weapon load for the ''Lucifer'' was the next step. In place of the standard weapons, the LCF-X30 carries a [[Binary Laser Cannon]] in the nose, an Extended LRM-10 in each wing for long range hitting power, while a Medium X-Pulse Laser covers the rear arc. Only two are known to be undergoing testing. BV (1.0) = ?? BV (2.0) = 1842<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 13</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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* [[Difficult Ejection]] | * [[Difficult Ejection]] | ||
* [[Easy to Pilot]] | * [[Easy to Pilot]] | ||
| + | * [[Rumble Seat]] | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Luzifer'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''LZF-R15'''. | |
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| − | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Luzifer'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''LZF-R15'''. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | <div class="desktop-3-col"> | |
| − | * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' | + | *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]'' | + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Objective Raids]]'' | + | *''[[Objective Raids]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' |
| − | + | </div> | |
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[[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] | [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] | ||
[[Category:Medium Aerospace Fighter classes]] | [[Category:Medium Aerospace Fighter classes]] | ||
[[Category:German renamed units]] | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||