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Line 37: * 12x [[medium laser]] * 12x [[medium laser]] * 5x [[large laser]] * 5x [[large laser]] − | Armor = 37.5 tons [[Armor (Capital)|standard]] + | Armor = Standard<br> Fore: 180<br> Sides: 180<br> Aft: 100 | Crew = 14<ref name=TRO3057r28/> | Crew = 14<ref name=TRO3057r28/> *3 Officers *3 Officers Line 51:
Line 51: | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 7/0 | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 7/0 | Heat Sinks = 90 (single) | Heat Sinks = 90 (single) − | BV (1.0) = 3,259<ref name=TRO3057r28/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 221</ref> + | BV (1.0) = 3,259<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 221</ref> − | BV (2.0) = 3,962{{cn}} + | BV (2.0) = 3,962 }} }} The '''''Union''''' is the archetypical [[DropShip]], widely used in military and civilian roles and described as the yardstick against which all other DropShips are measured.<ref name=TRO3057r28>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 28</ref> The vessel's official mass, originally 3,500 tons, was [[retconned]] to 3,600 tons (see Notes below). The '''''Union''''' is the archetypical [[DropShip]], widely used in military and civilian roles and described as the yardstick against which all other DropShips are measured.<ref name=TRO3057r28>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 28</ref> The vessel's official mass, originally 3,500 tons, was [[retconned]] to 3,600 tons (see Notes below). Line 59:
Line 59: The ubiquitous example of the company-sized [[BattleMech]] combat transport, the ''Union'' class is a venerable and capable member of the DropShip unit type. Capable of carrying twelve 'Mechs and two [[aerospace]] fighters (a standard 'Mech [[company]] including one [[air lance]] under classic [[SLDF]] doctrine), it is among the smaller dedicated military deployment vehicles, dwarfed by its larger cousin ''[[Overlord]]'' and especially the massive troop transports such as the ''[[Excalibur (DropShip class)|Excalibur]]'', ''[[Lee (DropShip class)|Lee]]'', or ''[[Colossus (DropShip class)|Colossus]]''. The smaller but much more numerous, and implicitly also more cost-efficient and easier to manufacture, ''Union'' class weathered [[Lostech]] throughout the [[Succession Wars era]] better than the much larger vessels, and has been in continuous production ever since its inception. The ubiquitous example of the company-sized [[BattleMech]] combat transport, the ''Union'' class is a venerable and capable member of the DropShip unit type. Capable of carrying twelve 'Mechs and two [[aerospace]] fighters (a standard 'Mech [[company]] including one [[air lance]] under classic [[SLDF]] doctrine), it is among the smaller dedicated military deployment vehicles, dwarfed by its larger cousin ''[[Overlord]]'' and especially the massive troop transports such as the ''[[Excalibur (DropShip class)|Excalibur]]'', ''[[Lee (DropShip class)|Lee]]'', or ''[[Colossus (DropShip class)|Colossus]]''. The smaller but much more numerous, and implicitly also more cost-efficient and easier to manufacture, ''Union'' class weathered [[Lostech]] throughout the [[Succession Wars era]] better than the much larger vessels, and has been in continuous production ever since its inception. − The ship was designed as a 'Mech deployment vehicle, not for prolonged comfortable travel. Remodeling of the interior after centuries of problems with the components has led to the ''Union'' being known for very cramped, spartan accommodations, and the air circulation system is often attributed a "stale" odor shared by the ''[[Overlord]]''. While the wealthiest of operators are able to refurbish to the original posh layout, about half of the [[Succession Wars]]-era vessels in use are still found lacking in these areas.<ref name=TRO3057r28/><ref name=DS&JSp38>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 38 </ref> + The ship was designed as a 'Mech deployment vehicle, not for prolonged comfortable travel. Remodeling of the interior after centuries of problems with the components has led to the ''Union'' being known for very cramped, spartan accommodations, and the air circulation system is often attributed a "stale" odor shared by the ''[[Overlord]]''. While the wealthiest of operators are able to refurbish to the original posh layout, about half of the vessels in use are still found lacking in these areas.<ref name=TRO3057r28/><ref name=DS&JSp38>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 38 </ref> The command and control facilities aboard ''Union''s consisted of a Tactical Operations Room (TOR) sufficient to operate as a coordination point for smaller lance-sized combat transports partaking in company- or larger-sized operations. Likewise, it operates well in larger operations, where it may conduct missions of a surprise, diversionary, or raiding role. The TOR was frequently removed from ''Union''-class DropShips during refurbishment by the Clans. The command and control facilities aboard ''Union''s consisted of a Tactical Operations Room (TOR) sufficient to operate as a coordination point for smaller lance-sized combat transports partaking in company- or larger-sized operations. Likewise, it operates well in larger operations, where it may conduct missions of a surprise, diversionary, or raiding role. The TOR was frequently removed from ''Union''-class DropShips during refurbishment by the Clans. Line 66:
Line 66: The ''Union'', while not as heavily armed as Assault DropShips, carries a formidable array of weapons. The semiautomated weaponry is significant enough to defend the ship from light ground forces and give single and paired aerospace fighters pause. The ''Union'', while not as heavily armed as Assault DropShips, carries a formidable array of weapons. The semiautomated weaponry is significant enough to defend the ship from light ground forces and give single and paired aerospace fighters pause. − The bulk of its firepower is provided by six [[LRM-20|LRM-20s]] backed up by six [[large laser|large lasers]] and three [[PPCs]]. Six [[AC/5|AC/5s]] and twelve [[medium lasers]] round out the normal weapons loadout. The ''Union'' also features good armor protection, allowing it to deliver or retrieve its payload while under fire. + The bulk of its firepower is provided by six [[LRM-20]]s backed up by six [[large laser]]s and three [[PPC]]s. Six [[AC/5]]s and twelve [[medium laser]]s round out the normal weapons loadout. The ''Union'' also features good armor protection, allowing it to deliver or retrieve its payload while under fire. ==Cargo== ==Cargo== − The ''Union's'' Mech facilities are divided into three areas. Four drop chutes at the bottom of the vessel can deploy a lance of 'Mechs into hostile territory in space or the atmosphere. The first bay is directly above for a [[lance]] of 'Mechs, while the next bay holds the other eight 'Mechs. This larger bay has a 50-meter circular walkway and multiple cranes for more extensive repairs if needed, which can also reach the lower bay through a massive deck hatch.<ref name=TRO3057r28/>+ * 12 [['Mech]]s - 4 Doors − + * 2 [[ASF]]s - 2 Doors − * 12 [['Mechs]] - 4 Doors + * 74.5 tons Cargo - 2 Doors − * 2 [[Aerospace fighters]] - 2 Doors − * 74 tons Cargo - 2 Doors ==Variants== ==Variants== Line 86:
Line 84: *;Command ''Union'' : A "Command" version of the ''Union'' was mentioned that features a sophisticated and well-equipped command center, in a similar fashion to the ''[[Intruder]]'' or the "Command" version of the ''Overlord''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 26, and ''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 24: ''[[Intruder]]'' DropShip entry</ref> *;Command ''Union'' : A "Command" version of the ''Union'' was mentioned that features a sophisticated and well-equipped command center, in a similar fashion to the ''[[Intruder]]'' or the "Command" version of the ''Overlord''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 26, and ''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 24: ''[[Intruder]]'' DropShip entry</ref> − *;3055 Upgrade : First launched in July [[3055]] by [[Federated-Boeing Interstellar]], the upgraded modern ''Union'' boasts a return to Star League-era facilities with comparatively luxurious double and single occupancy berths and an improved air-filtration unit. The weaponry is also upgraded, trading the six [[autocannons]] for three [[gauss rifle|Gauss rifles]], switching to [[ER PPC|ER PPCs]] and [[ER Large Lasers]] and adding [[Artemis IV FCS]] to the LRM launchers. 85 [[Double Heat Sinks]] are used, the cargo capacity is reduced to 72.5 tons, and armor is also reduced slightly. BV (1.0) = 5,091;<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 222</ref> BV (2.0) = 4,977. + *;3055 Upgrade : First launched in July [[3055]] by [[Federated-Boeing Interstellar]], the upgraded modern ''Union'' boasts a return to Star League-era facilities with comparatively luxurious double and single occupancy berths and an improved air-filtration unit. The weaponry is also upgraded, trading the six [[autocannon]]s for three [[Gauss rifle]]s, switching to [[ER PPC]]s and [[ER Large Laser]]s and adding [[Artemis IV FCS]] to the LRM launchers. Cargo capacity is reduced to 72.5 tons, and armor is also reduced slightly. BV (1.0) = 5,091;<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 222</ref> BV (2.0) = 4,977. *;Jihad Era Upgrade : Introduced during the [[Jihad]] and deployed by [[3070]], this version of the ''Union'' seems to be an evolution of the 3055 upgrade. The changes are comparatively minor, restoring armor to previous levels and exchanging the LRM launchers for [[MML-9]] launchers with Artemis and [[AMS]].<ref>''HexPack Promotion 1'', p. 16</ref> BV (2.0) = 5,094. *;Jihad Era Upgrade : Introduced during the [[Jihad]] and deployed by [[3070]], this version of the ''Union'' seems to be an evolution of the 3055 upgrade. The changes are comparatively minor, restoring armor to previous levels and exchanging the LRM launchers for [[MML-9]] launchers with Artemis and [[AMS]].<ref>''HexPack Promotion 1'', p. 16</ref> BV (2.0) = 5,094.
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* 12x [[medium laser]] | * 12x [[medium laser]] | ||
* 5x [[large laser]] | * 5x [[large laser]] | ||
| − | | Armor = | + | | Armor = Standard<br> Fore: 180<br> Sides: 180<br> Aft: 100 |
| Crew = 14<ref name=TRO3057r28/> | | Crew = 14<ref name=TRO3057r28/> | ||
*3 Officers | *3 Officers | ||
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| Escape Pods/Life Boats = 7/0 | | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 7/0 | ||
| Heat Sinks = 90 (single) | | Heat Sinks = 90 (single) | ||
| − | | BV (1.0) = 3,259 | + | | BV (1.0) = 3,259<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 221</ref> |
| − | | BV (2.0) = 3,962 | + | | BV (2.0) = 3,962 |
}} | }} | ||
The '''''Union''''' is the archetypical [[DropShip]], widely used in military and civilian roles and described as the yardstick against which all other DropShips are measured.<ref name=TRO3057r28>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 28</ref> The vessel's official mass, originally 3,500 tons, was [[retconned]] to 3,600 tons (see Notes below). | The '''''Union''''' is the archetypical [[DropShip]], widely used in military and civilian roles and described as the yardstick against which all other DropShips are measured.<ref name=TRO3057r28>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 28</ref> The vessel's official mass, originally 3,500 tons, was [[retconned]] to 3,600 tons (see Notes below). | ||
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The ubiquitous example of the company-sized [[BattleMech]] combat transport, the ''Union'' class is a venerable and capable member of the DropShip unit type. Capable of carrying twelve 'Mechs and two [[aerospace]] fighters (a standard 'Mech [[company]] including one [[air lance]] under classic [[SLDF]] doctrine), it is among the smaller dedicated military deployment vehicles, dwarfed by its larger cousin ''[[Overlord]]'' and especially the massive troop transports such as the ''[[Excalibur (DropShip class)|Excalibur]]'', ''[[Lee (DropShip class)|Lee]]'', or ''[[Colossus (DropShip class)|Colossus]]''. The smaller but much more numerous, and implicitly also more cost-efficient and easier to manufacture, ''Union'' class weathered [[Lostech]] throughout the [[Succession Wars era]] better than the much larger vessels, and has been in continuous production ever since its inception. | The ubiquitous example of the company-sized [[BattleMech]] combat transport, the ''Union'' class is a venerable and capable member of the DropShip unit type. Capable of carrying twelve 'Mechs and two [[aerospace]] fighters (a standard 'Mech [[company]] including one [[air lance]] under classic [[SLDF]] doctrine), it is among the smaller dedicated military deployment vehicles, dwarfed by its larger cousin ''[[Overlord]]'' and especially the massive troop transports such as the ''[[Excalibur (DropShip class)|Excalibur]]'', ''[[Lee (DropShip class)|Lee]]'', or ''[[Colossus (DropShip class)|Colossus]]''. The smaller but much more numerous, and implicitly also more cost-efficient and easier to manufacture, ''Union'' class weathered [[Lostech]] throughout the [[Succession Wars era]] better than the much larger vessels, and has been in continuous production ever since its inception. | ||
| − | The ship was designed as a 'Mech deployment vehicle, not for prolonged comfortable travel. Remodeling of the interior after centuries of problems with the components has led to the ''Union'' being known for very cramped, spartan accommodations, and the air circulation system is often attributed a "stale" odor shared by the ''[[Overlord]]''. While the wealthiest of operators are able to refurbish to the original posh layout, about half of the | + | The ship was designed as a 'Mech deployment vehicle, not for prolonged comfortable travel. Remodeling of the interior after centuries of problems with the components has led to the ''Union'' being known for very cramped, spartan accommodations, and the air circulation system is often attributed a "stale" odor shared by the ''[[Overlord]]''. While the wealthiest of operators are able to refurbish to the original posh layout, about half of the vessels in use are still found lacking in these areas.<ref name=TRO3057r28/><ref name=DS&JSp38>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 38 </ref> |
The command and control facilities aboard ''Union''s consisted of a Tactical Operations Room (TOR) sufficient to operate as a coordination point for smaller lance-sized combat transports partaking in company- or larger-sized operations. Likewise, it operates well in larger operations, where it may conduct missions of a surprise, diversionary, or raiding role. The TOR was frequently removed from ''Union''-class DropShips during refurbishment by the Clans. | The command and control facilities aboard ''Union''s consisted of a Tactical Operations Room (TOR) sufficient to operate as a coordination point for smaller lance-sized combat transports partaking in company- or larger-sized operations. Likewise, it operates well in larger operations, where it may conduct missions of a surprise, diversionary, or raiding role. The TOR was frequently removed from ''Union''-class DropShips during refurbishment by the Clans. | ||
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The ''Union'', while not as heavily armed as Assault DropShips, carries a formidable array of weapons. The semiautomated weaponry is significant enough to defend the ship from light ground forces and give single and paired aerospace fighters pause. | The ''Union'', while not as heavily armed as Assault DropShips, carries a formidable array of weapons. The semiautomated weaponry is significant enough to defend the ship from light ground forces and give single and paired aerospace fighters pause. | ||
| − | The bulk of its firepower is provided by six [[LRM-20 | + | The bulk of its firepower is provided by six [[LRM-20]]s backed up by six [[large laser]]s and three [[PPC]]s. Six [[AC/5]]s and twelve [[medium laser]]s round out the normal weapons loadout. The ''Union'' also features good armor protection, allowing it to deliver or retrieve its payload while under fire. |
==Cargo== | ==Cargo== | ||
| − | + | * 12 [['Mech]]s - 4 Doors | |
| − | + | * 2 [[ASF]]s - 2 Doors | |
| − | * 12 [[' | + | * 74.5 tons Cargo - 2 Doors |
| − | * 2 [[ | ||
| − | * 74 tons Cargo - 2 Doors | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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*;Command ''Union'' : A "Command" version of the ''Union'' was mentioned that features a sophisticated and well-equipped command center, in a similar fashion to the ''[[Intruder]]'' or the "Command" version of the ''Overlord''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 26, and ''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 24: ''[[Intruder]]'' DropShip entry</ref> | *;Command ''Union'' : A "Command" version of the ''Union'' was mentioned that features a sophisticated and well-equipped command center, in a similar fashion to the ''[[Intruder]]'' or the "Command" version of the ''Overlord''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 26, and ''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 24: ''[[Intruder]]'' DropShip entry</ref> | ||
| − | *;3055 Upgrade : First launched in July [[3055]] by [[Federated-Boeing Interstellar]], the upgraded modern ''Union'' boasts a return to Star League-era facilities with comparatively luxurious double and single occupancy berths and an improved air-filtration unit. The weaponry is also upgraded, trading the six [[ | + | *;3055 Upgrade : First launched in July [[3055]] by [[Federated-Boeing Interstellar]], the upgraded modern ''Union'' boasts a return to Star League-era facilities with comparatively luxurious double and single occupancy berths and an improved air-filtration unit. The weaponry is also upgraded, trading the six [[autocannon]]s for three [[Gauss rifle]]s, switching to [[ER PPC]]s and [[ER Large Laser]]s and adding [[Artemis IV FCS]] to the LRM launchers. Cargo capacity is reduced to 72.5 tons, and armor is also reduced slightly. BV (1.0) = 5,091;<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 222</ref> BV (2.0) = 4,977. |
*;Jihad Era Upgrade : Introduced during the [[Jihad]] and deployed by [[3070]], this version of the ''Union'' seems to be an evolution of the 3055 upgrade. The changes are comparatively minor, restoring armor to previous levels and exchanging the LRM launchers for [[MML-9]] launchers with Artemis and [[AMS]].<ref>''HexPack Promotion 1'', p. 16</ref> BV (2.0) = 5,094. | *;Jihad Era Upgrade : Introduced during the [[Jihad]] and deployed by [[3070]], this version of the ''Union'' seems to be an evolution of the 3055 upgrade. The changes are comparatively minor, restoring armor to previous levels and exchanging the LRM launchers for [[MML-9]] launchers with Artemis and [[AMS]].<ref>''HexPack Promotion 1'', p. 16</ref> BV (2.0) = 5,094. | ||