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{{InfoBoxCombatVehicle | {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle | ||
| − | | image = Winston.jpg | + | | image = Winston Combat Vehicle TRO3085.jpg |
| name = Winston Combat Vehicle | | name = Winston Combat Vehicle | ||
| − | | manufacturer = [[Pandora 'Mech Works]]<ref name="TRO:3085p40+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. | + | | manufacturer = [[Pandora 'Mech Works]]<ref name="TRO:3085p40+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 40–41: "Winston Combat Vehicle"</ref> |
| production year=3086 | | production year=3086 | ||
| year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3553/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3553/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
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| comsys = [[COMTEC 400E]]<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | | comsys = [[COMTEC 400E]]<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | ||
| T&T = [[GroundTracker EE-4]]<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | | T&T = [[GroundTracker EE-4]]<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 10 | + | | heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]] |
| − | | speed = 54 | + | | speed = 54 |
| Crew = | | Crew = | ||
| − | | armament = 2x [[LRM 15]] | + | | armament = |
| + | * 2x [[LRM 15]] | ||
| + | * 2x [[Light PPC]] | ||
| + | * 1x [[Streak SRM 6]] | ||
| + | * 1x [[Anti-Missile System]] | ||
| BV (1.0) = | | BV (1.0) = | ||
| BV (2.0) = 1,551<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/><ref name="MUL1"/> | | BV (2.0) = 1,551<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/><ref name="MUL1"/> | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | == Description == | + | ==Description== |
The '''Winston Combat Vehicle''' was a [[Republic of the Sphere]] frontline combat vehicle that began production in [[3085]]. The vehicle was designed by Pandora 'Mech Works of [[Terra]], part of that company's effort to produce a new line of products. The company wanted to produce a vehicle that was not associated with the [[Word of Blake]], such as its ancient [[Puma (Combat Vehicle)|Puma]] Tank. Originally named the Stone Main Battle Tank, the vehicle's production was nearly aborted due to [[Devlin Stone]] not wanting a vehicle named after him.<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | The '''Winston Combat Vehicle''' was a [[Republic of the Sphere]] frontline combat vehicle that began production in [[3085]]. The vehicle was designed by Pandora 'Mech Works of [[Terra]], part of that company's effort to produce a new line of products. The company wanted to produce a vehicle that was not associated with the [[Word of Blake]], such as its ancient [[Puma (Combat Vehicle)|Puma]] Tank. Originally named the Stone Main Battle Tank, the vehicle's production was nearly aborted due to [[Devlin Stone]] not wanting a vehicle named after him.<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | ||
The vehicle was intended to be able to handle a variety of combat situations, and for this reason it was equipped with 14.5 tons of Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor to provide sufficient protection for many different circumstances.<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | The vehicle was intended to be able to handle a variety of combat situations, and for this reason it was equipped with 14.5 tons of Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor to provide sufficient protection for many different circumstances.<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> | ||
| − | == Weapons and Equipment == | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== |
| − | The Winston is a fire support type tank which generally uses its long range weaponry to hit its opponent. The vehicle's | + | The Winston is a fire support type tank which generally uses its long range weaponry to hit its opponent. The vehicle's long-range weapons include a pair of [[Holly (LRM15)|Holly]] turret-mounted [[LRM-15|15-tubed Long Range Missile Launchers]] and pair of [[Donal Technologies]] [[Light PPC]]s. The Light PPCs are guided by a [[Targeting Computer]] mounted in the hull of the tank. In close combat, the vehicle must rely on its front-mounted [[Holly (SSRM6)|Holly]] [[Streak SRM-6|6-tubed Streak Short Range Missile Launcher]]. The LRMs have been allotted 3 tons of ammunition to allow for sustained fire, while the SRM has only a ton. The vehicle also features an [[Buzzsaw (AMS)|Buzzsaw]] [[Anti-Missile System]] to protect from inbound missile fire. The ammunition bay is equipped with [[CASE]] protection to prevent the vehicle from being completely destroyed from an ammunition explosion.<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/> |
| − | == Variants == | + | ==Variants== |
*;LAC : Produced as an alternative design to, perhaps, act as a companion to the original version of the Winston developed in [[Introduction Year::3086]]<ref name="MUL2"/>. The LAC variant exchanges the Light PPCs for a pair of Light Autocannons, while the LRMs are swapped for a pair of seven-tubed Multi-Missile Launchers<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/>. BV (2.0) = 1,314<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 57</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3552/winston-combat-vehicle-lac/ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (LAC) variant]''</ref> | *;LAC : Produced as an alternative design to, perhaps, act as a companion to the original version of the Winston developed in [[Introduction Year::3086]]<ref name="MUL2"/>. The LAC variant exchanges the Light PPCs for a pair of Light Autocannons, while the LRMs are swapped for a pair of seven-tubed Multi-Missile Launchers<ref name="TRO:3085p40+"/>. BV (2.0) = 1,314<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 57</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3552/winston-combat-vehicle-lac/ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (LAC) variant]''</ref> | ||
*;Support : Introduced in [[Introduction Year::3107]]<ref name="MUL3"/> this Winston variant carries the Targeting Computer and Light PPCs of the original. The two LRM-15s are replaced by [[Clan]]-built [[LRM-20]]s. A pair of [[SRM-4]] launchers covers the front arc, and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] is mounted in the turret to call in artillery strikes. Also present is an [[Angel ECM Suite]] to disrupt enemy electronics systems. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 61</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3552/winston-combat-vehicle-lac/ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (Support) variant]''</ref> | *;Support : Introduced in [[Introduction Year::3107]]<ref name="MUL3"/> this Winston variant carries the Targeting Computer and Light PPCs of the original. The two LRM-15s are replaced by [[Clan]]-built [[LRM-20]]s. A pair of [[SRM-4]] launchers covers the front arc, and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] is mounted in the turret to call in artillery strikes. Also present is an [[Angel ECM Suite]] to disrupt enemy electronics systems. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 61</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3552/winston-combat-vehicle-lac/ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (Support) variant]''</ref> | ||
| − | *;TSEMP : Another Dark Age variant developed in [[Introduction Year::3114]], this model is powered by an [[XXL | + | *;TSEMP : Another Dark Age variant developed in [[Introduction Year::3114]], this model is powered by an [[XXL fusion engine]]. It is armed with two AMS, two Clan-built LRM-15s, and twin [[TSEMP Cannon]]s. The Targeting Computer remains as well. BV (2.0) = 2,565<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 62</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6799/winston-combat-vehicle-tsemp/ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (TSEMP) variant]''</ref> |
| − | *;XXL : Late Dark Age variant, introduced in [[Introduction Year::3133]], this variant is powered by an XXL | + | *;XXL : Late Dark Age variant, introduced in [[Introduction Year::3133]], this variant is powered by an XXL fusion engine and is armed with a pair of [[Large Re-Engineered Laser]]s and a pair of Clan-spec [[LRM-15]]s sharing three tons of ammo. Front-mounted AMS adds to the tank's defenses. NOTE: This variant is two tons underweight due to re-engineered laser errata that reduced their heat generation. BV (2.0) = 1,621<ref name="MUL5">''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6800/winston-combat-vehicle-xxl MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (XXL) variant]''</ref> |
| − | == References == | + | |
| + | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
| − | == Bibliography == | + | ==Bibliography== |
* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 01:18, 24 October 2023
- This article is about the fire support tank. For other uses, see Winston.
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| Winston Combat Vehicle | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Pandora 'Mech Works[1] |
| Production Year | 3086[2] |
| Mission | Multipurpose Combat Vehicle |
| Type | Tracked |
| Technical specifications | |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere[1] |
| Mass | 70 tons[1] |
| Armor | AmberStar Weave Heavy Ferro w/CASE[1] |
| Engine | Pitban Light 210 Fusion[1] |
| Speed | 54 km/h |
| Communications System | COMTEC 400E[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | GroundTracker EE-4[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 1,551[1][2] |
Description[edit]
The Winston Combat Vehicle was a Republic of the Sphere frontline combat vehicle that began production in 3085. The vehicle was designed by Pandora 'Mech Works of Terra, part of that company's effort to produce a new line of products. The company wanted to produce a vehicle that was not associated with the Word of Blake, such as its ancient Puma Tank. Originally named the Stone Main Battle Tank, the vehicle's production was nearly aborted due to Devlin Stone not wanting a vehicle named after him.[1]
The vehicle was intended to be able to handle a variety of combat situations, and for this reason it was equipped with 14.5 tons of Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor to provide sufficient protection for many different circumstances.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Winston is a fire support type tank which generally uses its long range weaponry to hit its opponent. The vehicle's long-range weapons include a pair of Holly turret-mounted 15-tubed Long Range Missile Launchers and pair of Donal Technologies Light PPCs. The Light PPCs are guided by a Targeting Computer mounted in the hull of the tank. In close combat, the vehicle must rely on its front-mounted Holly 6-tubed Streak Short Range Missile Launcher. The LRMs have been allotted 3 tons of ammunition to allow for sustained fire, while the SRM has only a ton. The vehicle also features an Buzzsaw Anti-Missile System to protect from inbound missile fire. The ammunition bay is equipped with CASE protection to prevent the vehicle from being completely destroyed from an ammunition explosion.[1]
Variants[edit]
- LAC
- Produced as an alternative design to, perhaps, act as a companion to the original version of the Winston developed in 3086[3]. The LAC variant exchanges the Light PPCs for a pair of Light Autocannons, while the LRMs are swapped for a pair of seven-tubed Multi-Missile Launchers[1]. BV (2.0) = 1,314[4][3]
- Support
- Introduced in 3107[5] this Winston variant carries the Targeting Computer and Light PPCs of the original. The two LRM-15s are replaced by Clan-built LRM-20s. A pair of SRM-4 launchers covers the front arc, and TAG is mounted in the turret to call in artillery strikes. Also present is an Angel ECM Suite to disrupt enemy electronics systems. BV (2.0) = 1,830[6][5]
- TSEMP
- Another Dark Age variant developed in 3114, this model is powered by an XXL fusion engine. It is armed with two AMS, two Clan-built LRM-15s, and twin TSEMP Cannons. The Targeting Computer remains as well. BV (2.0) = 2,565[7][8]
- XXL
- Late Dark Age variant, introduced in 3133, this variant is powered by an XXL fusion engine and is armed with a pair of Large Re-Engineered Lasers and a pair of Clan-spec LRM-15s sharing three tons of ammo. Front-mounted AMS adds to the tank's defenses. NOTE: This variant is two tons underweight due to re-engineered laser errata that reduced their heat generation. BV (2.0) = 1,621[9]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 40–41: "Winston Combat Vehicle"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 MUL online date for the Winston (Combat Vehicle)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (LAC) variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 57
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (Support) variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 61
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 62
- ↑ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (TSEMP) variant
- ↑ MUL online date for the Winston Combat Vehicle (XXL) variant