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| image = [[File:Lyonesse and Aquarius Escorts.jpg|191px|Lyonesse is the second ship launching, behind Aquarius.]] | | image = [[File:Lyonesse and Aquarius Escorts.jpg|191px|Lyonesse is the second ship launching, behind Aquarius.]] | ||
| − | | Name = | + | | Name = Lyonesse Escort |
| Manufacturer = [[Andurien AeroTech]] | | Manufacturer = [[Andurien AeroTech]] | ||
| Use = Surface to Orbit Escort | | Use = Surface to Orbit Escort | ||
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| Maximum Thrust = 5 | | Maximum Thrust = 5 | ||
| Fuel = 5 tons (400 points) | | Fuel = 5 tons (400 points) | ||
| − | | Armament = | + | | Armament = <span></span> |
| + | * 1x [[LRM 20]] | ||
| + | * 1x [[SRM 6]] | ||
| + | * 15x [[medium laser]] | ||
| + | * 1x [[small laser]] | ||
| Armor = | | Armor = | ||
| Crew = Six | | Crew = Six | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The | + | The '''Lyonesse''' is a near-planet escort [[small craft]], designed to provide protection for spacecraft operating from a planet and its near orbits. Its armor protection is comparable to many [[DropShip]]s of the period and its array of energy weaponry is strong enough to take out any opponent that attempts to destroy its charges. The Lyonesse, after its introduction in [[2513]], met with great success filling the near-orbit niche. This prompted [[Andurien AeroTech]] to build an additional model to complement the Lyonesse; the Aquarius. This sister ship eclipsed the Lyonesse in speed, weight and popularity. Despite this, it did not overshadow the Lyonesse' excellent close-in firepower.<ref name=TRO3075-270-271>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 270-271, "Lyonesse Profile"</ref> |
| − | However, after [[Gibson Federated BattleMechs]] merged with Andurien AeroTech in [[2562]], popularity of the surface-to-orbit escorts waned and, soon, production for both the | + | However, after [[Gibson Federated BattleMechs]] merged with Andurien AeroTech in [[2562]], popularity of the surface-to-orbit escorts waned and, soon, production for both the Lyonesse and its younger sister ship was discontinued. Both ships were replaced by more modern heavy [[aerospace fighter]]s and some DropShip designs which had longer ranges than the short-legged escorts.<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/> |
| − | During the early years of the [[Jihad]], the | + | During the early years of the [[Jihad]], the Lyonesse and its sister ship were revisited by [[House Marik]] and the [[Word of Blake]], putting the designs back into production with newer technology to cope with the conflict.<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The | + | The Lyonesse is equipped with primarily short-range weaponry. The ship's main battery includes four forward-mounted [[medium laser]]s, placed between its two wing sections. Three additional medium lasers and a single [[small laser]] are mounted in the ship's aft section to protect the rear arc. In addition to its medium lasers, the ship's forward batteries include a single [[SRM-6]] launcher mounted in the nose, along with the Lyonesse' only long-range weapon, an [[LRM-20]]. Both launchers are supplied with two tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/> |
The ship's only Achilles heel is its fuel tank. Designed for only near-planet operations, the ship has only been given five tons worth of fuel. The ship's engines are only able to move it at a maximum speed of 5.<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/> | The ship's only Achilles heel is its fuel tank. Designed for only near-planet operations, the ship has only been given five tons worth of fuel. The ship's engines are only able to move it at a maximum speed of 5.<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; | + | *; Lyonesse-M1 : The Marik variant, built during early years of the Jihad, replaces the ship's laser weaponry, which is upgraded to extended range models. Its single heat sinks are switched out for [[Double heat sinks|double strength models]]. Unique to Lyonesse M1, it was given a pair of heavy PPCs to beef up its firepower<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/>. BV (2.0) = 2,512<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 181</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Lyonesse W1 : At same time as Marik's construction's, [[Word of Blake|Word of Blake's]] version of the Lyonesse went in a different direction. Many of the Lyonesse' weaponry was stripped out for an [[Arrow IV|Arrow IV artillery launcher]], changing the ship from the escort mission to one of mobile artillery; the ship must be on the ground to utilize the launcher. Also, the ship's armor is traded for [[ferro-aluminum]], retaining same armor protection as it did with standard armor. Also, the ship's engines are upgraded to increase its speed<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/>. BV (2.0) = 2,413<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 182</ref> |
==Related Small Craft== | ==Related Small Craft== | ||
| − | * [[Aquarius| | + | * [[Aquarius|Aquarius surface-to-orbit escort]]<ref name=TRO3075-270-271/> |
| − | * [[Tigress (Small Craft)| | + | * [[Tigress (Small Craft class)|Tigress close patrol craft (gunship)]] |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | * The | + | * The Lyonesse's speed has changed since its original release in ''TRO: 3026 Revised''. Originally the ship's maximum thrust was 6; the newer ''TRO:3075'' downgraded this to 5.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised'', p. 104</ref> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | File:Lyonesse and Aquarius Escorts.jpg|Original | + | File:Lyonesse and Aquarius Escorts.jpg|Original Lyonesse from ''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised|TRO:3026 Revised]]'' |
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Latest revision as of 12:56, 7 September 2023
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| Lyonesse Escort | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Andurien AeroTech |
| Use | Surface to Orbit Escort |
| Type (Shape) | Military Aerodyne |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere Standard |
| Cost | |
| Introduced | 2513 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 175 Tons |
| Structural Integrity | 7 |
| Length | 28 Meters |
| Engine (Type) | fusion engine |
| Safe Thrust | 3 |
| Maximum Thrust | 5 |
| Fuel | 5 tons (400 points) |
| Burn Rate | |
| Armament |
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| Armor | |
| Heat Sinks | 35 |
| Crew | Six |
| Passengers | |
| BV (1.0) | |
| BV (2.0) | 2,172[1] 2,106[2] |
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Description[edit]
The Lyonesse is a near-planet escort small craft, designed to provide protection for spacecraft operating from a planet and its near orbits. Its armor protection is comparable to many DropShips of the period and its array of energy weaponry is strong enough to take out any opponent that attempts to destroy its charges. The Lyonesse, after its introduction in 2513, met with great success filling the near-orbit niche. This prompted Andurien AeroTech to build an additional model to complement the Lyonesse; the Aquarius. This sister ship eclipsed the Lyonesse in speed, weight and popularity. Despite this, it did not overshadow the Lyonesse' excellent close-in firepower.[1]
However, after Gibson Federated BattleMechs merged with Andurien AeroTech in 2562, popularity of the surface-to-orbit escorts waned and, soon, production for both the Lyonesse and its younger sister ship was discontinued. Both ships were replaced by more modern heavy aerospace fighters and some DropShip designs which had longer ranges than the short-legged escorts.[1]
During the early years of the Jihad, the Lyonesse and its sister ship were revisited by House Marik and the Word of Blake, putting the designs back into production with newer technology to cope with the conflict.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Lyonesse is equipped with primarily short-range weaponry. The ship's main battery includes four forward-mounted medium lasers, placed between its two wing sections. Three additional medium lasers and a single small laser are mounted in the ship's aft section to protect the rear arc. In addition to its medium lasers, the ship's forward batteries include a single SRM-6 launcher mounted in the nose, along with the Lyonesse' only long-range weapon, an LRM-20. Both launchers are supplied with two tons of ammunition.[1]
The ship's only Achilles heel is its fuel tank. Designed for only near-planet operations, the ship has only been given five tons worth of fuel. The ship's engines are only able to move it at a maximum speed of 5.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Lyonesse-M1
- The Marik variant, built during early years of the Jihad, replaces the ship's laser weaponry, which is upgraded to extended range models. Its single heat sinks are switched out for double strength models. Unique to Lyonesse M1, it was given a pair of heavy PPCs to beef up its firepower[1]. BV (2.0) = 2,512[3]
- Lyonesse W1
- At same time as Marik's construction's, Word of Blake's version of the Lyonesse went in a different direction. Many of the Lyonesse' weaponry was stripped out for an Arrow IV artillery launcher, changing the ship from the escort mission to one of mobile artillery; the ship must be on the ground to utilize the launcher. Also, the ship's armor is traded for ferro-aluminum, retaining same armor protection as it did with standard armor. Also, the ship's engines are upgraded to increase its speed[1]. BV (2.0) = 2,413[4]
Related Small Craft[edit]
Notes[edit]
- The Lyonesse's speed has changed since its original release in TRO: 3026 Revised. Originally the ship's maximum thrust was 6; the newer TRO:3075 downgraded this to 5.[5]
Gallery[edit]
Original Lyonesse from TRO:3026 Revised