SpudmanWP
03/04/02 11:42 PM
66.124.114.54
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How's this:
Rac/5 with 8 tons ammo w/case
3 med lasers
2 small lasers
Alll weapons are in the turrent.
SpudmanWp
"The breakfast of champions is not cereal..... it's the competition.
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Karagin
03/04/02 11:44 PM
63.173.170.227
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Interesting, but considering this tank is being sold to just about anyone, I don't see the FedCom letting go of the RAC5s that easially...but still it's an interesting idea.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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KamikazeJohnson
03/04/02 11:44 PM
209.202.47.12
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Keep in mind that in this universe, customers bought the JagerMech :-\
Peace is that glorious moment in history when everyone stands around reloading.
--Thomas Jefferson
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SpudmanWP
03/04/02 11:51 PM
66.124.114.54
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If you drop the speed to 3/5 you can do this:
How about 2 RAC/5
8 tons ammo w/case
2 med lasers
or drop the lasers for 2 more tons of ammo and 1/2 ton of armor 
SpudmanWp
"The breakfast of champions is not cereal..... it's the competition.
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Bob_Richter
03/04/02 11:55 PM
134.121.247.162
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Its autocannons were supposedly useful in an anti-aircraft role. I've always wanted rules that would reflect that supposed superiority.
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
03/04/02 11:56 PM
63.173.170.227
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Again interesting, but given the fact that the RAC is a House Davion weapon only, I don't see this version happening anytime soon.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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SpudmanWP
03/05/02 12:09 AM
66.124.114.54
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Sorry.. I don't keep up on who owns what....
BTW, who produces the LGR? Is it wide spread?
Speaking as a former M1A1 tanker, I like the simplicity of only 2 weapon systems and not needing ammo reduces the need for a loader (in RL). The all energy version is more suited to a defensive tank because when a planet get's invaded, the supply depots and manufacturing facilities would be the first hit. This version could run indefinetly with only the need to repair/replce its damaged weapons (which would be common on today's battlefield). It would not have to rely on a supply chain for ammo/fuel.
But also being a tanker, I have seen my share of high-tech "oh... look what we can get" equipment come down the pipe without the thought of support. This can also be said about the IT industry today. Don't get me started on how many of my company's salesmen have installed XP (both OfficeXP and WindowsXP) on their laptops without consulting IT. Surprise, surprise..... Our inhouse, custom designed software no longer works. Sorry for the rant.
SpudmanWp
"The breakfast of champions is not cereal..... it's the competition.
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Karagin
03/05/02 12:12 AM
63.173.170.227
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The LGR is made mostly by the FWL. And seeing how tight the WoB is or was with the FWL, I went the idea that they would be in the market for it etc...
As for the rest, I agree and I too have seen the US Army's idea of "cool new toys" and then find out they have a lemon...
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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KamikazeJohnson
03/05/02 12:23 AM
209.202.47.12
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>>As for the rest, I agree and I too have seen the US Army's idea of "cool new toys" and then find out they have a lemon... <<
"There are two types of fools in this world. One says, 'this is old, therefore it is good.' The other says, 'This is new, therefore it is better'"
Can't recall where I got that from, but it seems appropriate. Many potential customers would grab a vehicle that provided high-tech toys at a (relatively) low cost, without bothering to work out how effective it is. Then they'd spend months, if not years, trying to convince critics that they made the right choice, and yes, it is wonderful, really!
Peace is that glorious moment in history when everyone stands around reloading.
--Thomas Jefferson
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Karagin
03/05/02 12:27 AM
63.173.170.178
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DING DING DING! You win the prize!
That was part of the thinking that had me come with the idea of a cheap yet high tech wonder that is okay at best...
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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SpudmanWP
03/05/02 12:28 AM
66.124.113.154
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I remember a mobile aitr defense gun M247 Sergeant York DIVAD that the politicians just loved... but did'nt work worth a damn... 6 billion down the tubes 
SpudmanWp
"The breakfast of champions is not cereal..... it's the competition.
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Karagin
03/05/02 12:31 AM
63.173.170.178
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There is that one and the Sheridan Light Tank...gotta love that one with it's 152mm gun/missile system that worked half the time...
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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SpudmanWP
03/05/02 12:38 AM
66.124.113.154
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hehe Sheridan. You can't hurt me, I've got styrofoam armor
SpudmanWp
"The breakfast of champions is not cereal..... it's the competition.
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Karagin
12/08/06 12:50 AM
70.123.166.36
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I liked this one it got some good battles, so I am going bump it again...
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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