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| Armament = 1 x [[LRM-5]] <br> 4 x [[Medium Laser]]s <br> 1 x [[Small Laser]] | | Armament = 1 x [[LRM-5]] <br> 4 x [[Medium Laser]]s <br> 1 x [[Small Laser]] | ||
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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).<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'', p. 73 "K-1 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. |
| − | 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. | + | 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 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> | 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. | + | 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 | + | 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/> |
==Cargo== | ==Cargo== | ||
| − | The K-1 features sixteen point five tons of cargo capacity and berths for six passengers in steerage compartment.<ref | + | The K-1 features sixteen point five tons of cargo capacity and berths for six passengers in steerage compartment.<ref name=TR3057R-173/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;K-1C : Introduced in [[2914]], the [[Clan]] version of the venerable K-1, while still classified as a "civilian" vessel, carries better armor as well as a weapons array consisting five [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. It is almost identical in all other respects. BV (1.0) = 1,413<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 198</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,681 | + | *;K-1C : Introduced in [[2914]], the [[Clan]] version of the venerable K-1, while still classified as a "civilian" vessel, carries better armor as well as a weapons array consisting five [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. It is almost identical in all other respects.<ref name=TR3057-175/> <ref name=TR3057R-173/> BV (1.0) = 1,413<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 198</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,681 |
==Drop Shuttle Gallery== | ==Drop Shuttle Gallery== | ||
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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]]'' |
[[Category:Small Craft classes]] | [[Category:Small Craft classes]] | ||
Revision as of 20:22, 9 September 2018
- This article is about the K-1 "DropShuttle" class of small craft. For the DropShuttle type of spacecraft, see DropShuttle.
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| K-1 DropShuttle | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | BBP Industries Brigadier Corporation Sacrado Industries Shipil Company |
| Production Year | 2536[1] |
| Use | DropShuttle |
| Type (Shape) | Civilian Spheroid |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Cost | 9,261,250 Cbills |
| Introduced | |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 200 |
| Structural Integrity | 6 |
| Length | 28 |
| Engine (Type) | Pratt & Whitney 400 |
| Safe Thrust | 4 g |
| Maximum Thrust | 6 g |
| Fuel | 30 tons |
| Burn Rate | 1.84 days[2] |
| Armament | 1 x LRM-5 4 x Medium Lasers 1 x Small Laser |
| Armor | 12 tons standard |
| Heat Sinks | 10 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Passengers | |
| BV (1.0) | 912[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,146 |
Contents
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).[4] [5] [2]
It should be noted that "DropShuttle" is a misnomer, as the K-1 is not a DropShuttle in the technical sense.
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, the greater passenger and cargo capacity of regular DropShips has seen the K-1 DropShuttle relegated to the role other long range shuttles have.[4] The Clans are noted to still use the K-1 in its intended role. [5] [2]
A tiny booth is mentioned aboard the K-1 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.[6]
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 and medium laser pointing directly aft. [5] [2]
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.[2]
Cargo
The K-1 features sixteen point five tons of cargo capacity and berths for six passengers in steerage compartment.[2]
Variants
Drop Shuttle Gallery
The Original image of the K-1 Drop Shuttle
Notes
- The inferred 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 Booms and Hardpoints work.
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.[8]
References
- ↑ MUL Online date for the K-1
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Technical Readout: 3057 Revised, p. 173 "K-1 DropShuttle"
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 197
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 DropShips and JumpShips, p. 73 "K-1 DropShuttle"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Technical Readout: 3057 Revised, p. 175 "K-1 DropShuttle"
- ↑ Forgotten Worlds, Book One
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 198
- ↑ K-1 DropShuttle - No BV2 listed.