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| tracking & targeting system = Gatekeeper Model 5 | | tracking & targeting system = Gatekeeper Model 5 | ||
| heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink]]s | | heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink]]s | ||
| − | | BV (1.0) = 564<ref name=CO109/> | + | | BV (1.0) = 564<ref name=CO109>''Combat Operaions'', p. 109</ref><ref name=TRO3055U178-179>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', pp. 178-179, "Vandal OmniFighter Profile and BV listing"</ref> |
| − | | BV (2.0) = | + | | BV (2.0) = 525<ref name=MUL190>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 190</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The most maneuverable [[OmniFighter]] in service with the [[Clans]], the '''''Vandal''''' is also the least versatile. Rare in front line service outside of [[Freebirth]] and tainted pilots, all the Clans maintain a few Vandals for high-speed reconnaissance missions, and the current conflict with the states of the Inner Sphere has led to the use of a number of ''Vandal''s for high-speed strikes. | + | The most maneuverable [[OmniFighter]] in service with the [[Clans]], the '''''Vandal''''' is also the least versatile. Rare in front line service outside of [[Freebirth]] and tainted pilots, all the Clans maintain a few Vandals for high-speed reconnaissance missions, and the current conflict with the states of the Inner Sphere has led to the use of a number of ''Vandal''s for high-speed strikes.<ref name=TRO3055U178-179/><ref name=TRO3055-144-145>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 144-145, "Vandal Fighter Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3055R130-131>''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised'', pp. 130-131, "Vandal OmniFighter Profile"</ref> |
| − | The reason for the disdain is relatively tiny 3 tons of available pod space, the use of an [[XL Engine]] and Tokasha Foundry Series 9 [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor devoting weight to speed and limiting its offensive combat ability. | + | The reason for the disdain is relatively tiny 3 tons of available pod space, the use of an [[XL Engine]] and Tokasha Foundry Series 9 [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor devoting weight to speed and limiting its offensive combat ability.<ref name=TRO3055U178-179/><ref name=TRO3055-144-145/><ref name=TRO3055R130-131/> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The primary ''Vandal'' configuration is a high-speed reconnaissance vehicle, carrying a [[Beagle Active Probe]] with a pair of [[ER Small Laser]]s to give the pilot something to defend themselves with. The primary Vandal also carries an extra ton of fuel, which gives it the best endurance of any of the variants. | + | The primary ''Vandal'' configuration is a high-speed reconnaissance vehicle, carrying a [[Beagle Active Probe]] with a pair of [[ER Small Laser]]s to give the pilot something to defend themselves with. The primary Vandal also carries an extra ton of fuel, which gives it the best endurance of any of the variants.<ref name=TRO3055U178-179/><ref name=TRO3055-144-145/><ref name=TRO3055R130-131/> |
==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | * Alt Config A - The A variant carries a medium pulse laser in the nose, supported by an extended range small laser on a pylon above each wing. The ''Vandal'' A is most often used to deliver a massive bomb load onto a target, approaching its target at supersonic speeds and at treetop height, delivering its payload before the defenders have time to react. BV (1.0) = 875<ref name=CO109/> | + | * Alt Config A - The A variant carries a medium pulse laser in the nose, supported by an extended range small laser on a pylon above each wing. The ''Vandal'' A is most often used to deliver a massive bomb load onto a target, approaching its target at supersonic speeds and at treetop height, delivering its payload before the defenders have time to react. BV (1.0) = 875<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U178-179/>, BV (2.0)= 837<ref name=MUL190/> |
| − | * Alt Config B - The B variant mounts six extended range small lasers, with two mounted in each wing and another pair directly below the cockpit. Because of the efficiency of its weapons, this version is most used for high-speed strafing. BV (1.0) = 916<ref name=CO109/> | + | * Alt Config B - The B variant mounts six extended range small lasers, with two mounted in each wing and another pair directly below the cockpit. Because of the efficiency of its weapons, this version is most used for high-speed strafing. BV (1.0) = 916<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U178-179/>, BV (2.0) = 878<ref name=MUL190/> |
| − | * Alt Config C - The ''Vandal'' C is armed with three [[ER Medium Laser]]s mounted in the nose, making it usable in both ground-support and air-superiority missions, despite the limitations of its fuel reserve. BV (1.0) = 1,350<ref name=CO109/> | + | * Alt Config C - The ''Vandal'' C is armed with three [[ER Medium Laser]]s mounted in the nose, making it usable in both ground-support and air-superiority missions, despite the limitations of its fuel reserve. BV (1.0) = 1,350<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U178-179/>, BV (2.0)= 1,312<ref name=MUL190/> |
| − | * Alt Config D - A recent variation based on the C config, the ''Vandal'' D switches from extended-range lasers to the newer [[Heavy Laser]]s, mounting a trio of [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s in the nose respectively. BV (1.0) = 1,025 | + | * Alt Config D - A recent variation based on the C config, the ''Vandal'' D switches from extended-range lasers to the newer [[Heavy Laser]]s, mounting a trio of [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s in the nose respectively. BV (1.0) = 1,025<ref name=TRO3055U178-179/>, BV (2.0)= 1,010<ref name=MUL190/> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
*''[[Combat Operations]]'' | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Revised]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Revised]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
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[[Category:AeroSpace Fighters]] | [[Category:AeroSpace Fighters]] | ||
Revision as of 15:08, 5 September 2011
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| Vandal | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Various |
| Model | Vandal |
| Class | Light |
| Tech Base | Clan |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30 |
| Structural Integrity | |
| Frame | Pattern 67 |
| Power Plant | 360 XL Engine |
| Fuel | |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration
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| Communications System | SL Interlink 5 |
| Tracking & Targeting System | Gatekeeper Model 5 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 564[1][2] |
| BV (2.0) | 525[3] |
Description
The most maneuverable OmniFighter in service with the Clans, the Vandal is also the least versatile. Rare in front line service outside of Freebirth and tainted pilots, all the Clans maintain a few Vandals for high-speed reconnaissance missions, and the current conflict with the states of the Inner Sphere has led to the use of a number of Vandals for high-speed strikes.[2][4][5]
The reason for the disdain is relatively tiny 3 tons of available pod space, the use of an XL Engine and Tokasha Foundry Series 9 Ferro-Aluminum armor devoting weight to speed and limiting its offensive combat ability.[2][4][5]
Armament
The primary Vandal configuration is a high-speed reconnaissance vehicle, carrying a Beagle Active Probe with a pair of ER Small Lasers to give the pilot something to defend themselves with. The primary Vandal also carries an extra ton of fuel, which gives it the best endurance of any of the variants.[2][4][5]
Alternate Configurations
- Alt Config A - The A variant carries a medium pulse laser in the nose, supported by an extended range small laser on a pylon above each wing. The Vandal A is most often used to deliver a massive bomb load onto a target, approaching its target at supersonic speeds and at treetop height, delivering its payload before the defenders have time to react. BV (1.0) = 875[1][2], BV (2.0)= 837[3]
- Alt Config B - The B variant mounts six extended range small lasers, with two mounted in each wing and another pair directly below the cockpit. Because of the efficiency of its weapons, this version is most used for high-speed strafing. BV (1.0) = 916[1][2], BV (2.0) = 878[3]
- Alt Config C - The Vandal C is armed with three ER Medium Lasers mounted in the nose, making it usable in both ground-support and air-superiority missions, despite the limitations of its fuel reserve. BV (1.0) = 1,350[1][2], BV (2.0)= 1,312[3]
- Alt Config D - A recent variation based on the C config, the Vandal D switches from extended-range lasers to the newer Heavy Lasers, mounting a trio of Heavy Medium Lasers in the nose respectively. BV (1.0) = 1,025[2], BV (2.0)= 1,010[3]
Gallery
Vandal
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Combat Operaions, p. 109
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, pp. 178-179, "Vandal OmniFighter Profile and BV listing"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 190
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Technical Readout: 3055, pp. 144-145, "Vandal Fighter Profile"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3055 Revised, pp. 130-131, "Vandal OmniFighter Profile"