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| image = [[Image:Tyre.jpg|191px]] | | image = [[Image:Tyre.jpg|191px]] | ||
| − | | name = Tyre | + | | name = ''Tyre'' |
| manufacturer = [[New Kent Orbiter D7]] | | manufacturer = [[New Kent Orbiter D7]] | ||
| − | | model = | + | | model = Standard |
| − | | Class = Medium | + | | Class = Medium aerospace fighter |
| Tech Base = [[Clan]] | | Tech Base = [[Clan]] | ||
| − | | | + | | production year = 2907 |
| − | | Cost = 2,868,495<ref name=CO109>''Combat Operations'', p. 109</ref> | + | | year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5316/tyre-standard MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | | mass = 55 | + | | Cost = 2,868,495 [[C-bill]]s<ref name=CO109>''Combat Operations'', p. 109</ref> |
| − | | frame = Model LV-3 | + | | mass = 55 tons |
| − | | power plant = 165 [[Fusion | + | | frame = [[Model LV-3]] |
| − | | armament = | + | | power plant = 165 [[Fusion engine|fusion]] |
| − | | communications system = Masters 400 | + | | armor = [[Formula TSF Standard]] |
| − | | tracking & targeting system = DST Model 316/4 | + | | armament = |
| − | | heat sinks = 16 [[ | + | * 1x [[UAC/10]] |
| − | | BV (1.0) = 1,738<ref name=CO109/> | + | * 7x [[Medium pulse laser]]s |
| − | | BV (2.0) = 1,852 | + | * 1x [[ER small laser]] |
| + | | communications system = [[Masters 400]] | ||
| + | | tracking & targeting system = [[DST Model 316/4]] | ||
| + | | heat sinks = 16 [[double heat sink]]s | ||
| + | | BV (1.0) = 1,738<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3067-164-165>''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 164-165</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 97</ref> | ||
| + | | BV (2.0) = 1,852<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 292</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | + | Barely entering service with the [[Star League Defense Force]] prior to [[Operation Exodus]], the effective ''Corsair'' was much admired but had all but disappeared among [[Aleksandr Kerensky|Kerensky's]] [[Star League in Exile|exiles]] when the [[Clans]] were formed. Seeking to produce a homegrown version, after numerous enhancements and capability changes [[Clan Steel Viper]] designers developed the ''Tyre'' in [[2907]]<ref name=Tyre>''List of MilSpecs articles'', ''RS:UF - Tyre''</ref>, which formed a large part of the Vipers' aerospace fleet until the introduction of [[OmniFighter]]s. The '''''Tyre''''' [[aerospace fighter]] is an ideal [[DropShip]] escort and staple of all [[Clan]] second-line forces.<ref name=TRO3067-164-165/> | |
| + | |||
| + | Trading speed for firepower, the ''Tyre'' is a resilient and economical craft. Rather than being seen as a negative, the designers kept the speed high enough to keep up with the DropShips it was intended to escort, while low enough to discourage pilots from being drawn away. Seven and a half tons of [[Formula TSF]] [[standard armor]] allow the ''Tyre'' to weather heavy weapons fire, and 16 [[double heat sink]]s allow it give as good as it gets.<ref name=TRO3067-164-165/> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| + | While relatively slow, the ''Tyre'' boasts an impressively powerful, if short-ranged weapons array built around the [[Ultra_AC/10#Type_9|Type 9a]] [[UAC/10]] mounted in its nose. The autocannon is supported by seven [[medium pulse laser]]s: three in the nose and two more in each wing. Three tons of ammunition give the autocannon reasonable endurance, while a single rear facing [[ER small laser]] discourages pursuit.<ref name=TRO3067-164-165/> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Variants== | ||
| + | *; ''Tyre'' 2 : Developed to overcome the frequent complaints about the ''Tyre''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s lack of reach, this variant swaps each pair of wing-mounted [[medium pulse laser]]s for a single [[ER large laser]], unfortunately overstressing the fighter's heat management systems. BV (1.0) = 1,632,<ref name=CO109/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 98</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,837<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 293</ref> | ||
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| + | *; ''Tyre'' 3 : This version of the ''Tyre'' was built by [[Janesek Industries]] on [[Orestes]].<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 194</ref> The weapons of the standard ''Tyre'' were replaced by a nose-mounted [[LRM-20]] mated to an [[Artemis V FCS]], supported by a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s while each wing received an [[improved heavy large laser]]. To cover the rear arc, engineers installed a [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]. The [[standard armor]] of the ''Tyre'' was replaced by [[ferro-aluminum]] and although this model is capable of powerful fire, the 12 [[double heat sink]]s are inadequate to dissipate all the heat generated. BV (2.0) = 1,499<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 195</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 89</ref> | ||
| − | + | ===Custom Variants=== | |
| + | *; ''Tyre'' Michiko : This variant of the ''Tyre'' was developed by [[Clan Blood Spirit]] during their fight with [[Clan Star Adder]] on [[York (Clan System)|York]]. This ''Tyre'' removes the standard engine in favor of a larger 275-rated model, which increases the fighter's speed by almost 40%. The armor protection has additionally been upgraded to 10 tons. The nose-mounted weapons bay was destroyed, so technicians replaced the autocannon with a [[Streak SRM-6]] and a pair of [[heavy medium laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,789<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique Fighters'', p. 4</ref> | ||
| − | + | ==Design Quirks== | |
| + | The ''Tyre 3'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]s:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> | ||
| + | * [[Atmospheric Flight Instability]] | ||
| + | * [[Bad Reputation]] | ||
| − | == | + | ==Notes== |
| − | + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Tyrus'''. | |
| − | == | + | ==Gallery== |
| − | + | <gallery> | |
| + | File:Tyre.jpg|Original ''Tyre'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]'' | ||
| + | Image:Tyre-3.png|Variant ''Tyre 3'' from ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes|TRO:Prototypes]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' | + | * ''[[List of MilSpecs articles#RS:UF - Tyre|BattleCorps MilSpecs: "Tyre"]]'' |
| + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: Unique Fighters]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | ||
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| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] |
| − | [[Category:Clan | + | [[Category:Clan Aerospace Fighters]] |
| − | [[Category:Medium | + | [[Category:Medium Aerospace Fighter classes]] |
| + | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||
Latest revision as of 18:04, 30 August 2023
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| Tyre | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | New Kent Orbiter D7 |
| Production Year | 2907[1] |
| Model | Standard |
| Class | Medium aerospace fighter |
| Tech Base | Clan |
| Cost | 2,868,495 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Structural Integrity | |
| Frame | Model LV-3 |
| Power Plant | 165 fusion |
| Armor | Formula TSF Standard |
| Fuel | |
| Armament |
|
| Communications System | Masters 400 |
| Tracking & Targeting System | DST Model 316/4 |
| Heat Sinks | 16 double heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 1,738[2][3][4] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,852[5] |
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Description[edit]
Barely entering service with the Star League Defense Force prior to Operation Exodus, the effective Corsair was much admired but had all but disappeared among Kerensky's exiles when the Clans were formed. Seeking to produce a homegrown version, after numerous enhancements and capability changes Clan Steel Viper designers developed the Tyre in 2907[6], which formed a large part of the Vipers' aerospace fleet until the introduction of OmniFighters. The Tyre aerospace fighter is an ideal DropShip escort and staple of all Clan second-line forces.[3]
Trading speed for firepower, the Tyre is a resilient and economical craft. Rather than being seen as a negative, the designers kept the speed high enough to keep up with the DropShips it was intended to escort, while low enough to discourage pilots from being drawn away. Seven and a half tons of Formula TSF standard armor allow the Tyre to weather heavy weapons fire, and 16 double heat sinks allow it give as good as it gets.[3]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
While relatively slow, the Tyre boasts an impressively powerful, if short-ranged weapons array built around the Type 9a UAC/10 mounted in its nose. The autocannon is supported by seven medium pulse lasers: three in the nose and two more in each wing. Three tons of ammunition give the autocannon reasonable endurance, while a single rear facing ER small laser discourages pursuit.[3]
Variants[edit]
- Tyre 2
- Developed to overcome the frequent complaints about the Tyre's lack of reach, this variant swaps each pair of wing-mounted medium pulse lasers for a single ER large laser, unfortunately overstressing the fighter's heat management systems. BV (1.0) = 1,632,[2][7] BV (2.0) = 1,837[8]
- Tyre 3
- This version of the Tyre was built by Janesek Industries on Orestes.[9] The weapons of the standard Tyre were replaced by a nose-mounted LRM-20 mated to an Artemis V FCS, supported by a pair of ER medium lasers while each wing received an improved heavy large laser. To cover the rear arc, engineers installed a Laser Anti-Missile System. The standard armor of the Tyre was replaced by ferro-aluminum and although this model is capable of powerful fire, the 12 double heat sinks are inadequate to dissipate all the heat generated. BV (2.0) = 1,499[10][11]
Custom Variants[edit]
- Tyre Michiko
- This variant of the Tyre was developed by Clan Blood Spirit during their fight with Clan Star Adder on York. This Tyre removes the standard engine in favor of a larger 275-rated model, which increases the fighter's speed by almost 40%. The armor protection has additionally been upgraded to 10 tons. The nose-mounted weapons bay was destroyed, so technicians replaced the autocannon with a Streak SRM-6 and a pair of heavy medium lasers. BV (1.0) = 1,789[12]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Tyre 3 variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[10]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Tyrus.
Gallery[edit]
Original Tyre from TRO:3067
Variant Tyre 3 from TRO:Prototypes
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Tyre
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Combat Operations, p. 109
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Technical Readout: 3067, pp. 164-165
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 97
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 292
- ↑ List of MilSpecs articles, RS:UF - Tyre
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 98
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 293
- ↑ Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 194
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 195
- ↑ Record Sheets: Prototypes, p. 89
- ↑ Record Sheets: Unique Fighters, p. 4