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Line 9: | Type (Shape) = Civilian Spheroid | Type (Shape) = Civilian Spheroid | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] − | Cost = 9,261,250 C-Bills + | Cost = 9,261,250 Cbills − | Mass = 200 tons + | Mass = 200 | Structural Integrity = 6 | Structural Integrity = 6 | Length = 28 | Length = 28 Line 18:
Line 18: | Fuel = 30 tons | Fuel = 30 tons | Burn Rate = 1.84 days<ref name=TR3057R-173>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 173 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> | Burn Rate = 1.84 days<ref name=TR3057R-173>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 173 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> − | Armament = <span></span> + | Armament = 1 x [[LRM-5]] <br> 4 x [[Medium Laser]]s <br> 1 x [[Small Laser]] − * 1x [[LRM-5]] − * 4x [[medium laser]] − * 1x [[small laser]] | Armor = 21 tons standard | Armor = 21 tons standard | Crew = 4 | Crew = 4 Line 29:
Line 26: | BV (2.0) = 1,146 | BV (2.0) = 1,146 }} }} − ==Description== ==Description== The spheroid counterpart to the [[KR-61]] Long Range Shuttle, the '''K-1'''-class DropShuttle is technically a [[small craft]] and notably also the smallest space vehicle equipped with a [[Docking Collar]] for attaching to a [[JumpShip]] in the fashion of a [[DropShip]] (an unusual feature for a small craft; see Notes below).<ref name=DaJ-73>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 73 "K-1 Class DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057-175>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 175 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> <br />It should be noted that "DropShuttle" is a misnomer, as the K-1 is not a [[DropShuttle]] in the technical sense. The spheroid counterpart to the [[KR-61]] Long Range Shuttle, the '''K-1'''-class DropShuttle is technically a [[small craft]] and notably also the smallest space vehicle equipped with a [[Docking Collar]] for attaching to a [[JumpShip]] in the fashion of a [[DropShip]] (an unusual feature for a small craft; see Notes below).<ref name=DaJ-73>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 73 "K-1 Class DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057-175>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 175 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> <br />It should be noted that "DropShuttle" is a misnomer, as the K-1 is not a [[DropShuttle]] in the technical sense. Line 35:
Line 31: Originally designed in the [[Star League era]] when JumpShips were plentiful and passage aboard them frequent and inexpensive, the K-1 was used for "hops" to neighboring star systems. With the increasing rarity of JumpShips and travel aboard them at a premium since the early [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the greater passenger and cargo capacity of regular [[DropShip]]s has seen the K-1 DropShuttle relegated to the role other long range shuttles have.<ref name=DaJ-73/> The [[Clans]] are noted to still use the K-1 in its intended role. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> Originally designed in the [[Star League era]] when JumpShips were plentiful and passage aboard them frequent and inexpensive, the K-1 was used for "hops" to neighboring star systems. With the increasing rarity of JumpShips and travel aboard them at a premium since the early [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the greater passenger and cargo capacity of regular [[DropShip]]s has seen the K-1 DropShuttle relegated to the role other long range shuttles have.<ref name=DaJ-73/> The [[Clans]] are noted to still use the K-1 in its intended role. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> − A tiny booth is mentioned aboard the K-1 DropShuttle ''[[Columbus (Individual K-1-class DropShuttle)|Columbus]]'' that serves as both the vessel's breakfast table and a midday workstation. It is unknown if this is a standard feature on K-1 type craft. Similarly, it is mentioned that the cramped cockpit features three seats.<ref>''Forgotten Worlds'', Book One</ref> + A tiny booth is mentioned aboard the K-1 DropShuttle ''[[Columbus (Individual K-1-class DropShuttle)|Columbus]]'' that serves as both the vessel's breakfast table and a mid-day workstation. It is unknown if this is a standard feature on K-1 type craft. Similarly, it is mentioned that the cramped cockpit features three seats.<ref>''Forgotten Worlds'', Book One</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − Due to the long range of the craft, the K-1 is outfitted with a minimum of defensive weaponry consisting of single [[LRM-5]] and [[medium laser]] mounted in the nose, another medium laser on each side, and a [[small laser|small]] and medium laser pointing directly aft. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> + Due to the long range of the craft, the K-1 is outfitted with a minimum of defensive weaponry consisting of single [[LRM-5]] and [[Medium Laser]] mounted in the nose, another medium laser on each side, and a [[Small Laser|small]] and medium laser pointing directly aft. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> The ship's hull is protected by 21 tons of standard armor, with a large portion of the armor focused in the bow with a lesser amount of the armor in the sides.<ref name=TR3057R-173/> The ship's hull is protected by 21 tons of standard armor, with a large portion of the armor focused in the bow with a lesser amount of the armor in the sides.<ref name=TR3057R-173/> Line 55:
Line 51: ==Notes== ==Notes== − * The implied ability of the K-1 to function as a small craft or alternatively as a DropShip for jump purposes technically violates game rules and unit construction rules; there is no established [[Quirk]] either for this unique feature (except arguably "Illegal Design"). Further, this dual nature would seem to go against existing rulings and explanations how [[K-F boom]]s and [[hardpoint]]s work.<br />A possible solution to the conundrum is the assumption that the K-1 does in fact ''not'' dock to a hardpoint like a DropShip does (with a K-F boom connection); instead, it just makes use of the standard docking adapter and is small enough to fit inside the jump bubble during a jump even without making any extra effort to extend the K-F field around itself. + *The implied ability of the K-1 to function as a small craft or alternatively as a DropShip for jump purposes technically violates game rules and unit construction rules; there is also no [[Quirk]] for this somewhat unique feat (except arguably "Illegal Design"). Further, this dual nature would seem to go against existing rulings and explanations how [[K-F Boom]]s and [[Hardpoint]]s work.<br />A possible solution to the conundrum is the assumption that the K-1 does in fact not dock to a Hardpoint like a DropShip does (with a K-F boom connection); instead, it just makes use of the standard docking adapter and is small enough to fit inside the jump bubble during a jump even without making any extra effort to extend the K-F field around itself. − + *As of this writing, there is no updated BattleValue listed on Master Unit List.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4100/dropshuttle-k-1 K-1 DropShuttle - No BV2 listed.]</ref> − * As of this writing, there is no updated BattleValue listed on Master Unit List.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4100/dropshuttle-k-1 K-1 DropShuttle - No BV2 listed.]</ref> ==References== ==References== Line 63:
Line 58: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' + *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' − * ''[[DropShips and JumpShips]]'' + *''[[DropShips and JumpShips]]'' − * ''[[Forgotten Worlds]]'', Book One + *''[[Forgotten Worlds]]'', Book One − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057 Revised]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3057 Revised]]'' − [[Category:Small Craft classes]] [[Category:Small Craft classes]] − [[Category: DropShuttle classes]]
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| Type (Shape) = Civilian Spheroid | | Type (Shape) = Civilian Spheroid | ||
| Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | ||
| − | | Cost = 9,261,250 | + | | Cost = 9,261,250 Cbills |
| − | | Mass = 200 | + | | Mass = 200 |
| Structural Integrity = 6 | | Structural Integrity = 6 | ||
| Length = 28 | | Length = 28 | ||
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| Fuel = 30 tons | | Fuel = 30 tons | ||
| Burn Rate = 1.84 days<ref name=TR3057R-173>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 173 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> | | Burn Rate = 1.84 days<ref name=TR3057R-173>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 173 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> | ||
| − | | Armament = | + | | Armament = 1 x [[LRM-5]] <br> 4 x [[Medium Laser]]s <br> 1 x [[Small Laser]] |
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| Armor = 21 tons standard | | Armor = 21 tons standard | ||
| Crew = 4 | | Crew = 4 | ||
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| BV (2.0) = 1,146 | | BV (2.0) = 1,146 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
The spheroid counterpart to the [[KR-61]] Long Range Shuttle, the '''K-1'''-class DropShuttle is technically a [[small craft]] and notably also the smallest space vehicle equipped with a [[Docking Collar]] for attaching to a [[JumpShip]] in the fashion of a [[DropShip]] (an unusual feature for a small craft; see Notes below).<ref name=DaJ-73>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 73 "K-1 Class DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057-175>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 175 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> <br />It should be noted that "DropShuttle" is a misnomer, as the K-1 is not a [[DropShuttle]] in the technical sense. | The spheroid counterpart to the [[KR-61]] Long Range Shuttle, the '''K-1'''-class DropShuttle is technically a [[small craft]] and notably also the smallest space vehicle equipped with a [[Docking Collar]] for attaching to a [[JumpShip]] in the fashion of a [[DropShip]] (an unusual feature for a small craft; see Notes below).<ref name=DaJ-73>''DropShips and JumpShips: ComStar Intelligence Summary'', p. 73 "K-1 Class DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057-175>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 175 "K-1 DropShuttle"</ref> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> <br />It should be noted that "DropShuttle" is a misnomer, as the K-1 is not a [[DropShuttle]] in the technical sense. | ||
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Originally designed in the [[Star League era]] when JumpShips were plentiful and passage aboard them frequent and inexpensive, the K-1 was used for "hops" to neighboring star systems. With the increasing rarity of JumpShips and travel aboard them at a premium since the early [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the greater passenger and cargo capacity of regular [[DropShip]]s has seen the K-1 DropShuttle relegated to the role other long range shuttles have.<ref name=DaJ-73/> The [[Clans]] are noted to still use the K-1 in its intended role. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> | Originally designed in the [[Star League era]] when JumpShips were plentiful and passage aboard them frequent and inexpensive, the K-1 was used for "hops" to neighboring star systems. With the increasing rarity of JumpShips and travel aboard them at a premium since the early [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the greater passenger and cargo capacity of regular [[DropShip]]s has seen the K-1 DropShuttle relegated to the role other long range shuttles have.<ref name=DaJ-73/> The [[Clans]] are noted to still use the K-1 in its intended role. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> | ||
| − | A tiny booth is mentioned aboard the K-1 DropShuttle ''[[Columbus (Individual K-1-class DropShuttle)|Columbus]]'' that serves as both the vessel's breakfast table and a | + | A tiny booth is mentioned aboard the K-1 DropShuttle ''[[Columbus (Individual K-1-class DropShuttle)|Columbus]]'' that serves as both the vessel's breakfast table and a mid-day workstation. It is unknown if this is a standard feature on K-1 type craft. Similarly, it is mentioned that the cramped cockpit features three seats.<ref>''Forgotten Worlds'', Book One</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Due to the long range of the craft, the K-1 is outfitted with a minimum of defensive weaponry consisting of single [[LRM-5]] and [[ | + | Due to the long range of the craft, the K-1 is outfitted with a minimum of defensive weaponry consisting of single [[LRM-5]] and [[Medium Laser]] mounted in the nose, another medium laser on each side, and a [[Small Laser|small]] and medium laser pointing directly aft. <ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> |
The ship's hull is protected by 21 tons of standard armor, with a large portion of the armor focused in the bow with a lesser amount of the armor in the sides.<ref name=TR3057R-173/> | The ship's hull is protected by 21 tons of standard armor, with a large portion of the armor focused in the bow with a lesser amount of the armor in the sides.<ref name=TR3057R-173/> | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | * The implied ability of the K-1 to function as a small craft or alternatively as a DropShip for jump purposes technically violates game rules and unit construction rules; there is no | + | *The implied ability of the K-1 to function as a small craft or alternatively as a DropShip for jump purposes technically violates game rules and unit construction rules; there is also no [[Quirk]] for this somewhat unique feat (except arguably "Illegal Design"). Further, this dual nature would seem to go against existing rulings and explanations how [[K-F Boom]]s and [[Hardpoint]]s work.<br />A possible solution to the conundrum is the assumption that the K-1 does in fact not dock to a Hardpoint like a DropShip does (with a K-F boom connection); instead, it just makes use of the standard docking adapter and is small enough to fit inside the jump bubble during a jump even without making any extra effort to extend the K-F field around itself. |
| − | + | *As of this writing, there is no updated BattleValue listed on Master Unit List.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4100/dropshuttle-k-1 K-1 DropShuttle - No BV2 listed.]</ref> | |
| − | * As of this writing, there is no updated BattleValue listed on Master Unit List.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4100/dropshuttle-k-1 K-1 DropShuttle - No BV2 listed.]</ref> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' | + | *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' |
| − | * ''[[DropShips and JumpShips]]'' | + | *''[[DropShips and JumpShips]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Forgotten Worlds]]'', Book One | + | *''[[Forgotten Worlds]]'', Book One |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057 Revised]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3057 Revised]]'' |
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[[Category:Small Craft classes]] | [[Category:Small Craft classes]] | ||
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