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| armament = 2 x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s <br> 1 x [[LRM-10]] <br> 1 x [[SRM-2]] <br> 1 x [[Beagle Active Probe]] | | armament = 2 x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s <br> 1 x [[LRM-10]] <br> 1 x [[SRM-2]] <br> 1 x [[Beagle Active Probe]] | ||
| BV (1.0) = ??? | | BV (1.0) = ??? | ||
| − | | BV (2.0) = 707 <ref name=TRO3085S-16>''Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental'', p. 16</ref> | + | | BV (2.0) = 707 <ref name=TRO3085S-16>''Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental'', p. 16</ref><br> 721<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 37</ref> |
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * SW - Variant - The most common of low-tech models produced by Great Houses during the [[Succession Wars era]], the loss of the automated systems forced the inclusion of a larger crew, with the cargo bay converted to an [[Infantry Bay]] and the LRM launcher enlarged to enhance its combat ability | + | * SW - Variant - The most common of low-tech models produced by Great Houses during the [[Succession Wars era]], the loss of the automated systems forced the inclusion of a larger crew, with the cargo bay converted to an [[Infantry Bay]] and the LRM launcher enlarged to enhance its combat ability<ref name=TRO3085S-15/>. BV (2.0) = 703<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 41</ref> |
| − | * ECM - Variant - A variation of the standard model, the Beagle probe was replaced with a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] to cover its own troops against detection | + | * ECM - Variant - A variation of the standard model, the Beagle probe was replaced with a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] to cover its own troops against detection<ref name=TRO3085S-15/>. BV (2.0) = 788<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 38</ref> |
| − | * WoB - Variant - The Word of Blake variant was built as a IFV, its cargo bay converted into infantry bay capable of carrying a full [[Battle Armor]] [[Level I]] or an even larger volume of normal infantry into combat. The weapons were changed to a [[MML]] Launcher supported by upgraded lasers and a [[M-Pod]] as a deadly last ditch defense. An [[Improved C3 Computer]] enhanced its abilities in combat | + | * WoB - Variant - The Word of Blake variant was built as a IFV, its cargo bay converted into infantry bay capable of carrying a full [[Battle Armor]] [[Level I]] or an even larger volume of normal infantry into combat. The weapons were changed to a [[MML]] Launcher supported by upgraded lasers and a [[M-Pod]] as a deadly last ditch defense. An [[Improved C3 Computer]] enhanced its abilities in combat<ref name=TRO3085S-15/>. BV (2.0) = 697<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 43</ref> |
| − | * RAF - Variant - The [[Republic Armed Forces]] used a variant based on the Blakist version, using similar MML launcher and laser load, swapping the C3i system for a standard [[C3 Slave]] | + | * RAF - Variant - The [[Republic Armed Forces]] used a variant based on the Blakist version, using similar MML launcher and laser load, swapping the C3i system for a standard [[C3 Slave]]<ref name=TRO3085S-15/>. BV (2.0) = 679<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 39</ref> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
*''[[Explorer Corps (sourcebook)]]'' | *''[[Explorer Corps (sourcebook)]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental]]'' | ||
[[Category:Combat Vehicles]] | [[Category:Combat Vehicles]] | ||
Revision as of 14:06, 25 March 2011
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| Prowler Explorer Vehicle | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Mitchell Vehicles Millennium Industries Defiance Motors Pinard Protectorates Ltd Various |
| Mission | Hostile Enviroment Exploration |
| Type | Tracked (Amphibious) |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 |
| Armor | J-Seal Standard |
| Engine | Nissan 220 Fusion Engine |
| Speed | 65 km/h |
| Crew | 1 |
| Armament |
2 x Medium Pulse Lasers |
| BV (1.0) | ??? |
| BV (2.0) | 707 [1] 721[2] |
Description
Originally developed by Vitesse Vehicles in 2611, the Prowler was the most common hostile and exotic environment military grade exploration vehicles.
One of the most notable and long lasting multi-terrain vehicles, the Prowler was almost unsurpassed in its niche, the design proving popular enough for Vitesse to halt production and merely license the design to manufacturers across the Inner Sphere and Periphery. While never produced in large numbers, all post-Star League era Successor State militaries maintained a number of the vehicle for combat on their most inhospitable planets, ComStar's Explorer Corps purchased a massive number for its exploration teams, with production reportedly only ceasing after the Word of Blake's capture of Terra. [3] The Blakists restarted production of the Prowler converted into a IFV during the desperate last days of the Jihad, with the Republic of the Sphere maintaining production for their own forces. [4]
Powered by a Nissan 220 Fusion Engine, the sturdy Prowler was capable of traversing the most rugged terrain, and thanks to the inclusion of a duplex drive system, cross rivers and swamps with ease. The vehicle's hermetically sealed hull, plated in seven tons of military grade armor, provides the Prowler ample protection against natural and human threats. Mounting an advanced Beagle Active Probe, also of note is Prowler's suite of sophisticated sensors and automated systems that enable the single driver to control the vehicle and and its weapon systems, though the vehicle's large four and half ton capacity cargo bay has a secondary weapons station along with its accommodations for both passengers and equipment. [3] [4]
Armament
While not designed for combat, the Prowler mounted a mixed array of lasers and missiles. Its main weapon was a turret mounted Snorri LRM-10 flanked by a Blankenburg Medium Pulse Laser on either side. A forward facing Guided Technologies SRM-2 launcher above the driver's compartment provides extra short-range punch. A ton of reloads for each missile launcher was considered more than enough for a vehicle never intended for front-line combat. [3] [4]
Variants
- SW - Variant - The most common of low-tech models produced by Great Houses during the Succession Wars era, the loss of the automated systems forced the inclusion of a larger crew, with the cargo bay converted to an Infantry Bay and the LRM launcher enlarged to enhance its combat ability[4]. BV (2.0) = 703[5]
- ECM - Variant - A variation of the standard model, the Beagle probe was replaced with a Guardian ECM Suite to cover its own troops against detection[4]. BV (2.0) = 788[6]
- WoB - Variant - The Word of Blake variant was built as a IFV, its cargo bay converted into infantry bay capable of carrying a full Battle Armor Level I or an even larger volume of normal infantry into combat. The weapons were changed to a MML Launcher supported by upgraded lasers and a M-Pod as a deadly last ditch defense. An Improved C3 Computer enhanced its abilities in combat[4]. BV (2.0) = 697[7]
- RAF - Variant - The Republic Armed Forces used a variant based on the Blakist version, using similar MML launcher and laser load, swapping the C3i system for a standard C3 Slave[4]. BV (2.0) = 679[8]
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental, p. 16
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 37
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Explorer Corps, pp. 103-104 "New Vehicles & Vessels - Prowler Explorer Vehicle"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental, p. 14
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 41
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 38
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 43
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 39