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| − | | manufacturer = [[Valiant Vehicles]] | + | | manufacturer = [[Valiant Vehicles]]<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 82-83, "Striker Vehicle Profile"</ref> |
| Mission = Fire Support | | Mission = Fire Support | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''Striker Light Tank''' started out as a joint project venture between [[Valiant Systems]] and [[Wunderland Enterprises]] on world of [[Johnsondale]]. They united in their efforts to create a jointed company known as Valiant Vehicles, with the Striker being their first product. | + | The '''Striker Light Tank''' started out as a joint project venture between [[Valiant Systems]] and [[Wunderland Enterprises]] on world of [[Johnsondale]]. They united in their efforts to create a jointed company known as Valiant Vehicles, with the Striker being their first product.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | The low cost light fire support tank became main stay of the [[AFFS]] after its introduction in the first decade of [[31st Century]], and orders for the Striker soon outstripped the Valiant production line. | + | The low cost light fire support tank became main stay of the [[AFFS]] after its introduction in the first decade of [[31st Century]], and orders for the Striker soon outstripped the Valiant production line.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | The Striker, refitted with Star League technology, first returned in the 3040s when Valiant was able to catch up with production demands for its tank. The Striker was later produced for the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]] during its relatively brief existence, and was therefore spread to the [[Lyran Alliance]]. Limited production runs of the vehicle were later delivered to the [[Draconis Combine]] in exchange for new technology to be added to the Striker. | + | The Striker, refitted with Star League technology, first returned in the 3040s when Valiant was able to catch up with production demands for its tank. The Striker was later produced for the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]] during its relatively brief existence, and was therefore spread to the [[Lyran Alliance]]. Limited production runs of the vehicle were later delivered to the [[Draconis Combine]] in exchange for new technology to be added to the Striker.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The tank's principal weapon is its Valiant "Heavy Crossbow" 10-tube Long Range Missile launcher, which is limited to 12 shots. For close range combat, the tank is fitted with a Valiant "Pilum" 6-tube Short Range Missile Launcher, with 32 rounds. Both launchers are found in the Striker's turret. | + | The tank's principal weapon is its Valiant "Heavy Crossbow" 10-tube Long Range Missile launcher, which is limited to 12 shots. For close range combat, the tank is fitted with a Valiant "Pilum" 6-tube Short Range Missile Launcher, with 32 rounds. Both launchers are found in the Striker's turret.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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* Striker Light Tank (LRM Variant) - All weaponry is replaced by a single [[LRM 15|LRM 15 Launcher]] with 4 tons of ammunition. BV (1.0) = 383<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 605 | * Striker Light Tank (LRM Variant) - All weaponry is replaced by a single [[LRM 15|LRM 15 Launcher]] with 4 tons of ammunition. BV (1.0) = 383<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 605 | ||
| − | * Striker Light Tank (3053/3058 Upgrade) - The Striker received a major refit during the 3040s, where its Internal Combustion Engine was replaced with a [[Fusion Engine]]. Several tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous Armor]] replaced the original's standard armor. The Vehicle's LRM launcher was upgraded to [[LRM 15|15 tube launchers]], and enhanced with an [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IV fire control system]]. The original, larger SRM launcher is exchanged with a pair of [[Streak SRM 2|Streak SRM 2 Launchers]], both of which are limited to 1 ton of ammunition each. BV (1.0) = | + | * Striker Light Tank (3053/3058 Upgrade) - The Striker received a major refit during the 3040s, where its Internal Combustion Engine was replaced with a [[Fusion Engine]]. Several tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous Armor]] replaced the original's standard armor. The Vehicle's LRM launcher was upgraded to [[LRM 15|15 tube launchers]], and enhanced with an [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IV fire control system]]. The original, larger SRM launcher is exchanged with a pair of [[Streak SRM 2|Streak SRM 2 Launchers]], both of which are limited to 1 ton of ammunition each. BV (1.0) = 449<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 95</ref>, BV (2.0) = 691<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 80</ref> |
| − | * Striker Light Tank (NARC Variant) - A variant of the "3053" Striker, the vehicle is fitted with the Striker's original LRM 10 and SRM 6. However, it's refitted with a [[Narc Missile Beacon]]. BV (1.0) = 356, BV (2.0) = 621<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 84</ref> | + | * Striker Light Tank (NARC Variant) - A variant of the "3053" Striker, the vehicle is fitted with the Striker's original LRM 10 and SRM 6. However, it's refitted with a [[Narc Missile Beacon]]. BV (1.0) = 356<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 97</ref>, BV (2.0) = 621<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 84</ref> |
| − | * Striker Light Tank (C3 Variant)/(3061 Upgrade) - A Draconis Combine version of the of the "3053" Striker. The SRM launchers and its ammunition are dropped for a single turreted mounted [[ER Medium Laser]], the LRM 15's ammunition is brought up to 16 rounds and the tank is also given a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and a [[C3 Computer|C3 Slave Computer]]. BV (1.0) = | + | * Striker Light Tank (C3 Variant)/(3061 Upgrade) - A Draconis Combine version of the of the "3053" Striker. The SRM launchers and its ammunition are dropped for a single turreted mounted [[ER Medium Laser]], the LRM 15's ammunition is brought up to 16 rounds and the tank is also given a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and a [[C3 Computer|C3 Slave Computer]]. BV (1.0) = 525<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 96</ref>, BV (2.0) = 775<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 81</ref> |
| − | * Striker Light Tank (Laser Variant) - Is a field modification to the C3 variant of the Striker. This variant is found in the [[Draconis March]], where this version drops its C3 Slave Computer. The vehicle given additional ER Medium Laser, and LRM ammunition brought up to 16 rounds. BV (1.0) = | + | * Striker Light Tank (Laser Variant) - Is a field modification to the C3 variant of the Striker. This variant is found in the [[Draconis March]], where this version drops its C3 Slave Computer. The vehicle given additional ER Medium Laser, and LRM ammunition brought up to 16 rounds. BV (1.0) = 610<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 96</ref>, BV (2.0) = 860<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 83</ref> |
* Striker Light Tank (Ammo) - Based on the [[3058]] version, this variant increases the LRM ammunition storage bay capacity by 100% by dropping the Artemis IV guidance system. It also adds a half-ton of armor protection. BV (2.0) = 701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 82</ref> | * Striker Light Tank (Ammo) - Based on the [[3058]] version, this variant increases the LRM ammunition storage bay capacity by 100% by dropping the Artemis IV guidance system. It also adds a half-ton of armor protection. BV (2.0) = 701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 82</ref> | ||
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*''[[Combat Operations]]'' | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]'' | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]'' | ||
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]'' | ||
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' | ||
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Revision as of 20:30, 24 May 2013
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| Striker Light Tank | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Valiant Vehicles[1] |
| Mission | Fire Support |
| Type | Wheeled |
| Cost | 563,315 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 35 Tons |
| Armor | Valiant Buckler Standard |
| Engine | 155 InterComBust I.C.E. |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Crew | 3 |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 342[2] |
| BV (2.0) | 564 |
Contents
Description
The Striker Light Tank started out as a joint project venture between Valiant Systems and Wunderland Enterprises on world of Johnsondale. They united in their efforts to create a jointed company known as Valiant Vehicles, with the Striker being their first product.[1]
The low cost light fire support tank became main stay of the AFFS after its introduction in the first decade of 31st Century, and orders for the Striker soon outstripped the Valiant production line.[1]
The Striker, refitted with Star League technology, first returned in the 3040s when Valiant was able to catch up with production demands for its tank. The Striker was later produced for the Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth during its relatively brief existence, and was therefore spread to the Lyran Alliance. Limited production runs of the vehicle were later delivered to the Draconis Combine in exchange for new technology to be added to the Striker.[1]
Armament
The tank's principal weapon is its Valiant "Heavy Crossbow" 10-tube Long Range Missile launcher, which is limited to 12 shots. For close range combat, the tank is fitted with a Valiant "Pilum" 6-tube Short Range Missile Launcher, with 32 rounds. Both launchers are found in the Striker's turret.[1]
Variants
- Striker Light Tank (SRM Variant) - Retaining its LRM launcher, the tank was rearmed with four SRM 2 Launchers with 1 ton of ammunition each for both launchers. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 583
- Striker Light Tank (LRM Variant) - All weaponry is replaced by a single LRM 15 Launcher with 4 tons of ammunition. BV (1.0) = 383[2], BV (2.0) = 605
- Striker Light Tank (3053/3058 Upgrade) - The Striker received a major refit during the 3040s, where its Internal Combustion Engine was replaced with a Fusion Engine. Several tons of Ferro-Fibrous Armor replaced the original's standard armor. The Vehicle's LRM launcher was upgraded to 15 tube launchers, and enhanced with an Artemis IV fire control system. The original, larger SRM launcher is exchanged with a pair of Streak SRM 2 Launchers, both of which are limited to 1 ton of ammunition each. BV (1.0) = 449[3], BV (2.0) = 691[4]
- Striker Light Tank (NARC Variant) - A variant of the "3053" Striker, the vehicle is fitted with the Striker's original LRM 10 and SRM 6. However, it's refitted with a Narc Missile Beacon. BV (1.0) = 356[5], BV (2.0) = 621[6]
- Striker Light Tank (C3 Variant)/(3061 Upgrade) - A Draconis Combine version of the of the "3053" Striker. The SRM launchers and its ammunition are dropped for a single turreted mounted ER Medium Laser, the LRM 15's ammunition is brought up to 16 rounds and the tank is also given a Guardian ECM Suite and a C3 Slave Computer. BV (1.0) = 525[7], BV (2.0) = 775[8]
- Striker Light Tank (Laser Variant) - Is a field modification to the C3 variant of the Striker. This variant is found in the Draconis March, where this version drops its C3 Slave Computer. The vehicle given additional ER Medium Laser, and LRM ammunition brought up to 16 rounds. BV (1.0) = 610[9], BV (2.0) = 860[10]
- Striker Light Tank (Ammo) - Based on the 3058 version, this variant increases the LRM ammunition storage bay capacity by 100% by dropping the Artemis IV guidance system. It also adds a half-ton of armor protection. BV (2.0) = 701[11]
- Striker (Sealed) - Similar to the "Wet Striker", this variant uses a sealed Flotation Hull and Fuel Cell engine. The weapons have been replaced by a pair of MML-5 launchers with 3 tons of ammo and a Guardian ECM Suite disrupts enemy electronics. A Light Machine Gun counters enemy infantry.[12] BV (2.0) = 590[13]
Custom Variants
- "Wet Striker" - The "Wet Striker" light tank was designed and built by two former AFFS mechanics for a group of pirates. After trading the standard ICE engine for Fuel Cell engines pulled from IndustrialMechs and sealing the tank hull for amphibious operations, they had four light tanks that could perform amphibious landings. They then replaced the standard LRM launcher with four Rocket Launcher 10s in a secondary turret to provide an overwhelming quick strike capability. The extra space left behind by these modifications was converted into a cargo bay that could be stocked with stolen goods. One of the tanks was captured during their first raid, which allowed the AFFS to list the modifications discussed here. BV (2.0) = 573[14]
Gallery
Striker Light Tank
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout 3058 Upgrade, pp. 82-83, "Striker Vehicle Profile"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Combat Operations, p. 120
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 95
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 80
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 97
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 84
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 96
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 81
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 96
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 83
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 82
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 191
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 33
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates, p. 9
Bibliography
- Combat Operations
- Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates
- Master Unit List
- Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)
- Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New
- Technical Readout: 3026
- Technical Readout: 3026 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3058
- Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3085