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==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
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* Alt Config A - The A variant is a mix of long and short range weaponry, based around an [[ER PPC]] and [[Narc Missile Beacon]] mounted in the nose, with the Narc system linked to four standard [[SRM-6]] launchers, two in each wing. With only a single ton of Narc pods, the included two tons of SRM reloads will outlast it, while an additional double heat sink keeps the PPC firing. BV (1.0) = 1,664<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 58</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,975.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 315</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. A : The A variant is a mix of long and short range weaponry, based around an [[ER PPC]] and [[Narc Missile Beacon]] mounted in the nose, with the Narc system linked to four standard [[SRM-6]] launchers, two in each wing. With only a single ton of Narc pods, the included two tons of SRM reloads will outlast it, while an additional double heat sink keeps the PPC firing. BV (1.0) = 1,664<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 58</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,975.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 315</ref>
  
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* Alt Config B - The all laser carrying ''Batu'' B configuration is an excellent strafing vehicle, mounting seven Medium Pulse Lasers, three in the nose and two fitted in each wing. A ER Medium Laser discourages anybody who seeks to interrupt the pilot's strafing run, the included Targeting Computer making this variants attacks impressively accurate. BV (1.0) = 2,240<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 59</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,651.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 316</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. B : The all laser carrying ''Batu'' B configuration is an excellent strafing vehicle, mounting seven Medium Pulse Lasers, three in the nose and two fitted in each wing. A ER Medium Laser discourages anybody who seeks to interrupt the pilot's strafing run, the included Targeting Computer making this variants attacks impressively accurate. BV (1.0) = 2,240<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 59</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,651.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 316</ref>
  
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* Alt Config C - A failed attempt at a cool running variant, the ''Batu'' C is built around a [[Gauss Rifle]] in its nose supported by two ER Mediums, with twin [[ER Small Laser]]s mounted in the wings. An additional extended range medium is mounted aft, but pitiful single ton of gauss reloads forces the pilot's to drop back to their relatively weak laser weaponry. BV (1.0) = 2,028<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 60</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,109.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 317</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. C : A failed attempt at a cool running variant, the ''Batu'' C is built around a [[Gauss Rifle]] in its nose supported by two ER Mediums, with twin [[ER Small Laser]]s mounted in the wings. An additional extended range medium is mounted aft, but pitiful single ton of gauss reloads forces the pilot's to drop back to their relatively weak laser weaponry. BV (1.0) = 2,028<ref name=CO109/><ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 60</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,109.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 317</ref>
  
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* Alt Config D - A recent variation, the nose heavy ''Batu'' D's forward firing weapon consists of two extended range PPCs and single ER medium laser, with a single ER medium mounted aft. Four additional double heat sinks bring the fighter close to being able to fire [[alpha strike]] at will. BV (1.0) = 2,313<ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/>, BV (2.0) = 2,435.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 318</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. D : A recent variation, the nose heavy ''Batu'' D's forward firing weapon consists of two extended range PPCs and single ER medium laser, with a single ER medium mounted aft. Four additional double heat sinks bring the fighter close to being able to fire [[alpha strike]] at will. BV (1.0) = 2,313<ref name=TRO3055U-182-183/>, BV (2.0) = 2,435.<ref name=MUL177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 318</ref>
  
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* Alt Config E - The ''Batu'' E is apparently geared for anti-[[DropShip]] and anti-[[WarShip]] operations. The nose carries a single [[Ultra AC/20]] and the aft is protected by four [[Advanced Technology|advanced]] [[Improved One Shot]] [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers. The relatively light armor and low fuel supply insure that this version of the ''Batu'' will remain close to base. BV (2.0) = 1,602<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 319</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. E : The ''Batu'' E is apparently geared for anti-[[DropShip]] and anti-[[WarShip]] operations. The nose carries a single [[Ultra AC/20]] and the aft is protected by four [[Advanced Technology|advanced]] [[Improved One Shot]] [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers. The relatively light armor and low fuel supply insure that this version of the ''Batu'' will remain close to base. BV (2.0) = 1,602<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 319</ref>
  
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* Alt Config Z - Developed by [[The Society]], this configuration of the ''Batu'' uses a [[Nova CEWS]] to share targeting data. A pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s in each wing provides close-in firepower, while the nose mounted [[iATM 12]] provides most of the ''Batu'' Z's hitting power. An [[ER Small Laser]] covers the craft's aft arc, and a [[Targeting Computer]] helps offset the lower skills of Society-trained pilots.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 87</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. Z : Developed by [[The Society]], this configuration of the ''Batu'' uses a [[Nova CEWS]] to share targeting data. A pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s in each wing provides close-in firepower, while the nose mounted [[iATM 12]] provides most of the ''Batu'' Z's hitting power. An [[ER Small Laser]] covers the craft's aft arc, and a [[Targeting Computer]] helps offset the lower skills of Society-trained pilots.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 87</ref>
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==

Revision as of 20:07, 15 October 2013

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Batu
Production information
Manufacturer Mercer Foundries
Production Year 2987
Model Batu - Prime
Class Light
Tech Base Clan
Cost 6,862,000[1]
Technical specifications
Mass 40
Structural Integrity 9
Frame Mercer Ultralight
Power Plant 280 XL Engine
Fuel 240
Armament

Primary Configuration

Communications System LongTalk 2
Tracking & Targeting System Mark IX TTS
Heat Sinks 10 Double Heat Sinks
BV (1.0) 2,215[1][2][3]
BV (2.0) 2,495[4][5]

Description

Developed by Clan Steel Viper and slowly spreading to other Clans, the Batu OmniFighter is primarily an interceptor, fitting the Vipers standard attack pattern for both ground and air fighting, of swift, deadly strikes.[2][6][7]

Despite the use of a XL Engine and Cobra Pattern 12 Ferro-Aluminum armor, the Batu is slower and less well armored than most, favoring maneuverability and its considerable 18 tons of availble pod space to carry the day. Geared toward the swift first strikes so favored by the Steel Vipers and all the Clans, the Batus limited fuel supply and ten hardwired Double Heat Sinks drastically limit its staying power.[2][6][7]

Armament

The Batus primary variant is well suited to its intended dog-fighting role, its main weapon is a nose-mounted ER Large Laser supported by Under/over wing tip mounted Medium Pulse Lasers. An ER Medium Laser wards the rear of the craft, with lasers linked into an advanced Targeting Computer to greatly enhanced their accuracy.[2][6][7]

Alternate Configurations

  • Alt. Config. A 
    The A variant is a mix of long and short range weaponry, based around an ER PPC and Narc Missile Beacon mounted in the nose, with the Narc system linked to four standard SRM-6 launchers, two in each wing. With only a single ton of Narc pods, the included two tons of SRM reloads will outlast it, while an additional double heat sink keeps the PPC firing. BV (1.0) = 1,664[1][2][8], BV (2.0) = 1,975.[4][9]
  • Alt. Config. B 
    The all laser carrying Batu B configuration is an excellent strafing vehicle, mounting seven Medium Pulse Lasers, three in the nose and two fitted in each wing. A ER Medium Laser discourages anybody who seeks to interrupt the pilot's strafing run, the included Targeting Computer making this variants attacks impressively accurate. BV (1.0) = 2,240[1][2][10], BV (2.0) = 2,651.[4][11]
  • Alt. Config. C 
    A failed attempt at a cool running variant, the Batu C is built around a Gauss Rifle in its nose supported by two ER Mediums, with twin ER Small Lasers mounted in the wings. An additional extended range medium is mounted aft, but pitiful single ton of gauss reloads forces the pilot's to drop back to their relatively weak laser weaponry. BV (1.0) = 2,028[1][2][12], BV (2.0) = 2,109.[4][13]
  • Alt. Config. D 
    A recent variation, the nose heavy Batu D's forward firing weapon consists of two extended range PPCs and single ER medium laser, with a single ER medium mounted aft. Four additional double heat sinks bring the fighter close to being able to fire alpha strike at will. BV (1.0) = 2,313[2], BV (2.0) = 2,435.[4][14]
  • Alt. Config. E 
    The Batu E is apparently geared for anti-DropShip and anti-WarShip operations. The nose carries a single Ultra AC/20 and the aft is protected by four advanced Improved One Shot Streak SRM-2 launchers. The relatively light armor and low fuel supply insure that this version of the Batu will remain close to base. BV (2.0) = 1,602[15]

Gallery

  • Batu

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Combat Operations, p. 109
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, pp. 182-183, "Batu OmniFighter Profile"
  3. ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 57
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 177
  5. ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 314
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Technical Readout: 3055, pp. 150-151, "Batu Fighter Profile"
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Technical Readout: 3055 Revised, pp. 134-135, "Batu OmniFighter Profile"
  8. ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 58
  9. ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 315
  10. ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 59
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 316
  12. ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 60
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 317
  14. ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 318
  15. ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 319
  16. ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 87

Bibliography

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