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The P12 '''Tornado''' is a [[Power Armor (Light)]] suit, created by [[ComStar]] in the late [[29th Century]] to equip their special forces units with added protection. The ''Tornado'' is based on the [[SLDF]] ''[[Nighthawk]]'' suit which, though ComStar had acquired, it was unable to produce at the time. The ''Tornado'' is custom-fitted to the wearer, which makes them unusable by anyone else without major adjustments and also means the user must maintain their physical condition. The advantages of the suit make up for this drawback, as it increases the wearer's strength, allowing them to hit hard and faster than unarmored [[infantry]] while avoiding the bulk of full [[Battle Armor]]. It also incorporates stealth armor and an adaptive [[Camo System]] which mimics the effects of a combination Camo/IR/ECM [[Sneak Suit]], hiding the ''Tornado'' from all types of sensors. The armor is also good enough to stop small-arms fire and even heavy weapons like a [[Flamer]] from hurting the wearer. A built-in HUD system provides a wealth of information on the suit and surrounding environment, including low-light and visual magnification gear, though some chose to forgo the protection and electronic aids for unimpeded hearing and vision. The suit does not aid mobility in any way though, so a Tornado squad is no faster than a comparable squad of foot infantry.<ref name=CE50>''Combat Operations'', p. 50</ref><ref name=TRO3075>''''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 14</ref> | The P12 '''Tornado''' is a [[Power Armor (Light)]] suit, created by [[ComStar]] in the late [[29th Century]] to equip their special forces units with added protection. The ''Tornado'' is based on the [[SLDF]] ''[[Nighthawk]]'' suit which, though ComStar had acquired, it was unable to produce at the time. The ''Tornado'' is custom-fitted to the wearer, which makes them unusable by anyone else without major adjustments and also means the user must maintain their physical condition. The advantages of the suit make up for this drawback, as it increases the wearer's strength, allowing them to hit hard and faster than unarmored [[infantry]] while avoiding the bulk of full [[Battle Armor]]. It also incorporates stealth armor and an adaptive [[Camo System]] which mimics the effects of a combination Camo/IR/ECM [[Sneak Suit]], hiding the ''Tornado'' from all types of sensors. The armor is also good enough to stop small-arms fire and even heavy weapons like a [[Flamer]] from hurting the wearer. A built-in HUD system provides a wealth of information on the suit and surrounding environment, including low-light and visual magnification gear, though some chose to forgo the protection and electronic aids for unimpeded hearing and vision. The suit does not aid mobility in any way though, so a Tornado squad is no faster than a comparable squad of foot infantry.<ref name=CE50>''Combat Operations'', p. 50</ref><ref name=TRO3075>''''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 14</ref> | ||
| − | The ''Tornado'' was used multiple times throughout the [[30th Century|30th]] and [[31st Century]] by ComStar and it's intelligence service [[ROM]], though in the wake of the [[ComStar Schism]] these suits also fell into the hands of the [[Word of Blake]]. During the infamous [[Operation Odysseus]], Blakists special forces wearing ''Tornado'' suits were able to overpower the unarmored guards protecting [[Terra]]'s [[SDS]] in advance of the main invasion force, and were later instrumental in securing the [[Titan Shipyards]]. While ComStar still maintains their P12 "Hurrican" models, the Word of Blake altered the software and changed the designation on theirs to "G12" to differentiate their models, though functionally they are the same. They also increased production of the ''Tornado'', equipping Blakists marines and security troops with | + | The ''Tornado'' was used multiple times throughout the [[30th Century|30th]] and [[31st Century]] by ComStar and it's intelligence service [[ROM]], though in the wake of the [[ComStar Schism]] these suits also fell into the hands of the [[Word of Blake]]. During the infamous [[Operation Odysseus]], Blakists special forces wearing ''Tornado'' suits were able to overpower the unarmored guards protecting [[Terra]]'s [[SDS]] in advance of the main invasion force, and were later instrumental in securing the [[Titan Shipyards]]. While ComStar still maintains their P12 "Hurrican" models, the Word of Blake altered the software and changed the designation on theirs to "G12" to differentiate their models, though functionally they are the same. They also increased production of the ''Tornado'', equipping Blakists marines and security troops with G12s and selling them to the [[Free Worlds League]].<ref name=CE50/><ref name=TRO3075/> |
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==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
In a similar fashion to the ''Nighthawk'' it is based on, the Tornado mounts no integral weapon systems. It does, however, incorporate two [[Armored Gloves]], allowing the wearer to use standard infantry weapons. The suit functions without the gloves as well, so a trooper can remove them to improve his or her manual dexterity at the expense of protection.<ref name=CE50 /> | In a similar fashion to the ''Nighthawk'' it is based on, the Tornado mounts no integral weapon systems. It does, however, incorporate two [[Armored Gloves]], allowing the wearer to use standard infantry weapons. The suit functions without the gloves as well, so a trooper can remove them to improve his or her manual dexterity at the expense of protection.<ref name=CE50 /> | ||
Revision as of 17:05, 2 August 2013
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| Tornado | |
| Production information | |
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| Manufacturer | Krupp Armament Works, Free Worlds Defense Industries |
| Use | Black ops |
| Weight Class | Power Armor (Light) |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Cost | 279,000 C-bills |
| Introduced | 2905 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 400 kg |
| Top Speed | 10 km/h |
| Armament |
None |
| Armor Type | Basic Stealth |
| BV (1.0) | 8[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 9[2] |
Description
The P12 Tornado is a Power Armor (Light) suit, created by ComStar in the late 29th Century to equip their special forces units with added protection. The Tornado is based on the SLDF Nighthawk suit which, though ComStar had acquired, it was unable to produce at the time. The Tornado is custom-fitted to the wearer, which makes them unusable by anyone else without major adjustments and also means the user must maintain their physical condition. The advantages of the suit make up for this drawback, as it increases the wearer's strength, allowing them to hit hard and faster than unarmored infantry while avoiding the bulk of full Battle Armor. It also incorporates stealth armor and an adaptive Camo System which mimics the effects of a combination Camo/IR/ECM Sneak Suit, hiding the Tornado from all types of sensors. The armor is also good enough to stop small-arms fire and even heavy weapons like a Flamer from hurting the wearer. A built-in HUD system provides a wealth of information on the suit and surrounding environment, including low-light and visual magnification gear, though some chose to forgo the protection and electronic aids for unimpeded hearing and vision. The suit does not aid mobility in any way though, so a Tornado squad is no faster than a comparable squad of foot infantry.[1][3]
The Tornado was used multiple times throughout the 30th and 31st Century by ComStar and it's intelligence service ROM, though in the wake of the ComStar Schism these suits also fell into the hands of the Word of Blake. During the infamous Operation Odysseus, Blakists special forces wearing Tornado suits were able to overpower the unarmored guards protecting Terra's SDS in advance of the main invasion force, and were later instrumental in securing the Titan Shipyards. While ComStar still maintains their P12 "Hurrican" models, the Word of Blake altered the software and changed the designation on theirs to "G12" to differentiate their models, though functionally they are the same. They also increased production of the Tornado, equipping Blakists marines and security troops with G12s and selling them to the Free Worlds League.[1][3]
Armament
In a similar fashion to the Nighthawk it is based on, the Tornado mounts no integral weapon systems. It does, however, incorporate two Armored Gloves, allowing the wearer to use standard infantry weapons. The suit functions without the gloves as well, so a trooper can remove them to improve his or her manual dexterity at the expense of protection.[1]
Variants
- G13 - As the Nighthawk is now the PA(L) of choice for Blakist black ops, most Tornadoes have become hand-me-downs to infantry and marines. To better suit this more direct combat role, the G13 removes the camo system in favor of a modular weapon mount. BV (2.0) = 14[2]
- G13 (David) - This Tornado uses a David Light Gauss Rifle in the modular weapon mount. BV (2.0) = 15[4]
- G13 (Flamer) - This variant uses a Flamer in the modular weapon mount. BV (2.0) = 13[5]
- G13 (Grenade Launcher) - This variant uses an Automatic Grenade Launcher in the modular weapon mount. BV (2.0) = 9[6]
- G13 (MG) - This version uses a Machine Gun as its weapon. BV (2.0) = 13[7]
- G13 (Small Laser) - This variant uses a Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 18[8]
- G14 - To better support squads of infantry and G13s, the G14 model comes equipped only with mission-specific equipment. BV (2.0) = 8[2][9]
- Hurricane P17 - This variant was produced by ComStar and incorporates Clan technology. Clan-built Stealth Armor provides protection, but the Camo System has been removed to make room for a single AP Gauss Rifle. The P17 has a much higher ground speed than its relatives, reaching nearly 30km/h.[10]
- G17 - Equipped with Clan-spec Improved Stealth armor and VTOL Equipment able to cover 210 meters in a second, the G17 was developed by the Word of Blake. The G17 was useful in its raids against Coalition command and logistical units. If it had been produced in large numbers, Republic intelligence believes the battle of Terra would have been much more costly.[11]
Design Quirks
The Tornado G17 variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[11]
Notes
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Combat Operations, p. 50
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 15
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 ''Technical Readout: 3075, p. 14
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 234
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 235
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 236
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 237
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 238
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 15
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar, p. 15
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms, p. 14