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| image = [[Image:Dagger_3067.png|191px]] | | image = [[Image:Dagger_3067.png|191px]] | ||
| − | | name = Dagger | + | | name = ''Dagger'' |
| manufacturer = [[Johnston Industries]] | | manufacturer = [[Johnston Industries]] | ||
| model = DAR0-1 | | model = DAR0-1 | ||
| − | | Class = Light | + | | Class = Light OmniFigter |
| Tech Base = Inner Sphere | | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
| − | |||
| production year=3062 | | production year=3062 | ||
| year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4038/dagger-daro-1 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4038/dagger-daro-1 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| − | | mass = 45 | + | | mass = 45 tons |
| − | | frame = Johnston Rapier Mk. VII | + | | frame = [[Johnston Rapier Mk. VII]] |
| − | | power plant = [[GM 225 XL]] | + | | power plant = [[GM 225]] [[XL engine]] |
| + | | armor = [[Kallon AeroWeave Ferro-Aluminum]] | ||
| Fuel = 5 tons | | Fuel = 5 tons | ||
| armament = | | armament = | ||
Primary Configuration | Primary Configuration | ||
| − | * | + | * 1x [[Rotary AC/5]] |
| − | * | + | * 4x [[ER medium laser]]s |
| communications system = [[ChatterComm 224]] | | communications system = [[ChatterComm 224]] | ||
| − | | tracking & targeting system = RCA Instatrac Mk. XIX | + | | tracking & targeting system = [[RCA Instatrac Mk. XIX]] |
| − | | heat sinks = 11 [[ | + | | heat sinks = 11 [[double heat sink]]s |
| − | | BV (1.0) = 1,559<ref name=TRO3067-140-141>''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. | + | | BV (1.0) = 1,559<ref name=TRO3067-140-141>''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 140–141: "Dagger Fighter Profile"</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 69</ref> |
| BV (2.0) = 1,802<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 243</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 1,802<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 243</ref> | ||
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Finally recognizing the need to modernize their aero corps after its decimation during the [[Clan Invasion]] and [[Operation Guerrero]], the '''''Dagger''''' is the first [[AFFC]] [[OmniFighter]] design. | Finally recognizing the need to modernize their aero corps after its decimation during the [[Clan Invasion]] and [[Operation Guerrero]], the '''''Dagger''''' is the first [[AFFC]] [[OmniFighter]] design. | ||
| − | The AFFC finally began a rapid modernization program after a disastrous loss to the more modern fighters of [[Hell's Black Aces]] [[ | + | The AFFC finally began a rapid modernization program after a disastrous loss to the more modern fighters of [[Hell's Black Aces]] [[mercenary unit]] over [[Zurich]], with [[Johnston Industries]] responding with the then-radical concept of an OmniFighter. Proving more complex than expected, the ''Dagger'' was delivered two years late but immediately impressed the AFFC's Department of the Navy. The ''Dagger'' fought with distinction throughout the [[FedCom Civil War]], primarily reaching anti-[[Katherine Steiner-Davion|Katherine]] units in the [[Federated Suns]].<ref name=TRO3067-140-141/> |
| − | The use of an GM SuperFusion 225 [[XL | + | The use of an [[GM 225|GM SuperFusion 225]] [[XL engine]] and 14 tons of [[Kallon AeroWeave]] [[ferro-aluminum]] give the ''Dagger'' good protection, speed, and maneuverability for its weight while freeing up 18 tons of [[pod space]] for weapons, though like many OmniFighters it pays the price in only carrying 10 [[double heat sink]]s on its base chassis.<ref name=TRO3067-140-141/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The primary ''Dagger'' configuration is built around a nose mounted [[ | + | The primary ''Dagger'' configuration is built around a nose-mounted [[RAC/5]] and paired [[ER medium laser]]s in each wing. Three tons of autocannon ammunition and an additional [[double heat sink]] allow this fighter to fully unleash its deadly weapons at close range.<ref name=TRO3067-140-141/> |
==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration A : The A configuration avoids the ammo-dependence of the primary by mounting two [[ER medium laser]]s in the nose supported by two [[large laser]]s, one mounted in each wing. A [[targeting computer]] makes the lasers highly accurate, while three additional [[double heat sink]]s strive to keep their heat under control. BV (1.0) = 1,486<ref name=TRO3067-140-141/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 70</ref> BV(2.0)=1,581<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 244</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration B : An unusual configuration, the B carries an [[LB 10-X AC]] in the nose supported by twin [[ER medium laser]]s in each wing, with an [[ER small laser]] mounted aft to fend off pursuit. Two tons of reloads allow the LB-X autocannon to utilize both standard and cluster munitions, which are frighteningly effective in crippling a fighter in vacuum with a lucky hit against a canopy or engine. BV (1.0) = 1,345<ref name=TRO3067-140-141/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 71</ref> BV(2.0)=1,561<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 245</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration C : This configuration of the ''Dagger'' carries three [[ER medium laser]]s and a nose-mounted [[ER PPC]], with the aft arc is covered by a [[medium pulse laser]]. All these weapons have been tied into a [[targeting computer]], and 13 [[double heat sink]]s control the heat. BV(2.0)=<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 246</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration D : This configuration carries a [[Beagle Active Probe]] and [[Guardian ECM Suite]] into conflict. Six [[medium pulse laser]]s and a single [[ER medium laser]] fire forwards, while 12 [[double heat sink]]s dissipate the heat. BV(2.0)=1,508<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 247</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;DAR4-XP : This [[Jihad|Jihad era]] variant of the ''Dagger'' uses an [[XXL | + | *; DAR4-XP : This [[Jihad|Jihad era]] variant of the ''Dagger'' uses an [[XXL engine]] to provide a 10% boost in speed over the standard ''Dagger'' configurations. The weapons were replaced with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Binary Laser Cannon]] mounted in the nose, while each wing carries a [[medium variable speed pulse laser]]. Engineers under supervision of [[Jaqueline Mueller]] were able to add an extra heat sink to the base configuration as well. BV (2.0) = 1,543<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Davion'', p. 11</ref> |
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| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Dagger 3067.png|Original ''Dagger'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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*''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' | *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' | ||
*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Davion]]'' | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Davion]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' | ||
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[[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] | [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] | ||
[[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]] | [[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]] | ||
[[Category:OmniFighter classes]] | [[Category:OmniFighter classes]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:49, 9 January 2024
- This article is about the OmniFighter. For the DropShip, see Dagger (Individual Union-class DropShip).
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| Dagger | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Johnston Industries |
| Production Year | 3062[1] |
| Model | DAR0-1 |
| Class | Light OmniFigter |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 45 tons |
| Structural Integrity | |
| Frame | Johnston Rapier Mk. VII |
| Power Plant | GM 225 XL engine |
| Armor | Kallon AeroWeave Ferro-Aluminum |
| Fuel | 5 tons |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration
|
| Communications System | ChatterComm 224 |
| Tracking & Targeting System | RCA Instatrac Mk. XIX |
| Heat Sinks | 11 double heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 1,559[2][3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,802[4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Finally recognizing the need to modernize their aero corps after its decimation during the Clan Invasion and Operation Guerrero, the Dagger is the first AFFC OmniFighter design.
The AFFC finally began a rapid modernization program after a disastrous loss to the more modern fighters of Hell's Black Aces mercenary unit over Zurich, with Johnston Industries responding with the then-radical concept of an OmniFighter. Proving more complex than expected, the Dagger was delivered two years late but immediately impressed the AFFC's Department of the Navy. The Dagger fought with distinction throughout the FedCom Civil War, primarily reaching anti-Katherine units in the Federated Suns.[2]
The use of an GM SuperFusion 225 XL engine and 14 tons of Kallon AeroWeave ferro-aluminum give the Dagger good protection, speed, and maneuverability for its weight while freeing up 18 tons of pod space for weapons, though like many OmniFighters it pays the price in only carrying 10 double heat sinks on its base chassis.[2]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The primary Dagger configuration is built around a nose-mounted RAC/5 and paired ER medium lasers in each wing. Three tons of autocannon ammunition and an additional double heat sink allow this fighter to fully unleash its deadly weapons at close range.[2]
Alternate Configurations[edit]
- Alternate Configuration A
- The A configuration avoids the ammo-dependence of the primary by mounting two ER medium lasers in the nose supported by two large lasers, one mounted in each wing. A targeting computer makes the lasers highly accurate, while three additional double heat sinks strive to keep their heat under control. BV (1.0) = 1,486[2][5] BV(2.0)=1,581[6]
- Alternate Configuration B
- An unusual configuration, the B carries an LB 10-X AC in the nose supported by twin ER medium lasers in each wing, with an ER small laser mounted aft to fend off pursuit. Two tons of reloads allow the LB-X autocannon to utilize both standard and cluster munitions, which are frighteningly effective in crippling a fighter in vacuum with a lucky hit against a canopy or engine. BV (1.0) = 1,345[2][7] BV(2.0)=1,561[8]
- Alternate Configuration C
- This configuration of the Dagger carries three ER medium lasers and a nose-mounted ER PPC, with the aft arc is covered by a medium pulse laser. All these weapons have been tied into a targeting computer, and 13 double heat sinks control the heat. BV(2.0)=[9]
- Alternate Configuration D
- This configuration carries a Beagle Active Probe and Guardian ECM Suite into conflict. Six medium pulse lasers and a single ER medium laser fire forwards, while 12 double heat sinks dissipate the heat. BV(2.0)=1,508[10]
Variants[edit]
- DAR4-XP
- This Jihad era variant of the Dagger uses an XXL engine to provide a 10% boost in speed over the standard Dagger configurations. The weapons were replaced with an experimental Binary Laser Cannon mounted in the nose, while each wing carries a medium variable speed pulse laser. Engineers under supervision of Jaqueline Mueller were able to add an extra heat sink to the base configuration as well. BV (2.0) = 1,543[11]
Gallery[edit]
Original Dagger from TRO:3067
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Dagger (Aerospace Fighter class)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Technical Readout: 3067, pp. 140–141: "Dagger Fighter Profile"
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 69
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 243
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 70
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 244
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 71
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 245
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 246
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 247
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Davion, p. 11