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| − | The Argo Class submersible aircraft carrier was designed by the [[Free Worlds League]] for use on their numerous water-rich worlds. The ship was designed principclly as a mobile airbase for | + | The Argo Class submersible aircraft carrier was designed by the [[Free Worlds League]] for use on their numerous water-rich worlds. The ship was designed principclly as a mobile airbase for conventional and aerospace fighters. The ship is also designed to serve in a number of secondary roles. Which include mobile fire support for land forces, while using its aircraft for air superiority and to bombard enemy units.<ref>''Handbook: House Marik'', p. 166 - Argo Submarine Carrier's history and function information.</ref> |
Though the ships faired well during first 20 years of service. Some Argos did not fair well during the [[Jihad]]. At least two ships of the class were lost to air strikes conducted against them while submerged. Due to the threat of naval grade weaponry being fired down against them, Argos were unable to surface and launch their compliment of aircraft in defence against anti-submarine weaponry.<ref>''Tactical Operations'' p. 229 - Navel Vessels/Military Vessels - A pair of Argos were destroyed while submerged by aircraft using anti-submarine weaponry. The two ships were unable to surface due to orbital bombardment threats.</ref> | Though the ships faired well during first 20 years of service. Some Argos did not fair well during the [[Jihad]]. At least two ships of the class were lost to air strikes conducted against them while submerged. Due to the threat of naval grade weaponry being fired down against them, Argos were unable to surface and launch their compliment of aircraft in defence against anti-submarine weaponry.<ref>''Tactical Operations'' p. 229 - Navel Vessels/Military Vessels - A pair of Argos were destroyed while submerged by aircraft using anti-submarine weaponry. The two ships were unable to surface due to orbital bombardment threats.</ref> | ||
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| Argo Class Submerible Aircraft Carrier | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Free Worlds League |
| Use | Aircraft Carrier, Mobile Fire Platform |
| Tech Base | Star League Advanced Technology |
| Chassis Type (Size) | Naval (Naval Vessel, Large, Template C) |
| Equipment Rating | |
| Cost | ??? |
| Introduced | 3050 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30,000 |
| Speed | 50 k/ph |
| Top Speed | 50 k/ph |
| Power Plant | Fusion |
| Fuel (Type/Range) | ??? |
| Armament | 8 x LR Torpedo 20 2 x SR Torpedo 6 8 x ER Large Lasers 8 x ER Medium Lasers 6 x Long Tom (3 per turrets) |
| Heat Sinks | 136 |
| Armor | (Bar 10) 1,589 |
| Crew | 140 |
| BV (1.0) | ??? |
| BV (2.0) | ??? |
Contents
Description
The Argo Class submersible aircraft carrier was designed by the Free Worlds League for use on their numerous water-rich worlds. The ship was designed principclly as a mobile airbase for conventional and aerospace fighters. The ship is also designed to serve in a number of secondary roles. Which include mobile fire support for land forces, while using its aircraft for air superiority and to bombard enemy units.[1]
Though the ships faired well during first 20 years of service. Some Argos did not fair well during the Jihad. At least two ships of the class were lost to air strikes conducted against them while submerged. Due to the threat of naval grade weaponry being fired down against them, Argos were unable to surface and launch their compliment of aircraft in defence against anti-submarine weaponry.[2]
Armament
The ships mount 6 Long Tom batteries in two turrets (number 5 and 6). While Long range undersea firepower includes its eight massive batteries of twenty-tube Long Range Torpedo launchers, while backed up by a pair of short-range torpedos and a mixed cluster of extended range lasers mounted on all sides.[3]
Aircraft
The vessel carries eighteen fighter craft.
Cargo
Primary variant carries 9,517.5 tons standard, with loading door mounted in its rear. Also the ship designed to carry forty passengers.
Variants
Only known named variant is strategic attack ship. This variant includes long-range surface-to-surface missile arrays.
Note: There are no record sheet that exists for this variant. It is only mentioned as one of many unnamed variants in the original fluff.
Notable Ships
- SNS Snake River - Purchased by the Kraken Unleashed mercenary unit (with some arm twisting and backroom deals) from the Free Worlds League's San Nicolas Navy, the ship was scheduled to be scuttled after being severly damaged in raid by the Hegemony in 3065. The ship was transported in three main section to the Capellan world of Principia in 3069. The ship was put into service next year, employing the local militia's MechBuster squadron and Oscars. The ship was used by the Krakens and militia against a raid by the newly formed First Andurien Rangers in 3071. The ship was used to harass the Rangers, with its compliment of militia fighters, and by deploying the Kraken's Mermen special ops personnel along the coast of island on which the First Andurien Rangers had landed. The Andurien morale broke after receiving unexpected air attacks and they departed the planet. The ship is semi-operational due to parts shortages, and thus only able submerge for short periods of time. The Capellan militia hopes that Kraken Unleashed will sell the ship to them so they can retain it as part of their defense forces.[4]
Notes
The design features Submersible and Armored Chassis and Control Modifications, single MASH Unit with eight operating theaters, 18 fighter bays, communication equipment, and advanced fire-control system guide the ships weaponary. The Long Toms and flight deck can not be operated while submerged.
References
- ↑ Handbook: House Marik, p. 166 - Argo Submarine Carrier's history and function information.
- ↑ Tactical Operations p. 229 - Navel Vessels/Military Vessels - A pair of Argos were destroyed while submerged by aircraft using anti-submarine weaponry. The two ships were unable to surface due to orbital bombardment threats.
- ↑ Handbook: House Marik, p. 166 - Argo Submarine Carrier's Armament information.
- ↑ Mercenaries Supplemental Update, pg 80