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==Description & History== | ==Description & History== | ||
| − | Originally used by the [[United States of North America]]'s Air Force, | + | Originally used by the [[United States of North America]]'s Air Force, the '''''Torrent''''' was one of its most popular designs during the late 21st Century. The design was inherited by the [[Terran Alliance]] when it was formed in [[2086]]. |
| − | The ''Torrent'' features thrust vectoring and fly-by-light equipment, eliminating the need for a horizontal rudder and gives it the ability to use the short runways found on new colonies. | + | The ''Torrent'' features thrust vectoring and fly-by-light equipment, eliminating the need for a horizontal rudder and gives it the ability to use the short runways found on new colonies. However, the bomber requires a full runaway and rocket assistance to carry a full bomb load. The vehicle also features one of the earliest ECM suites. |
| − | However, the bomber requires a full runaway and rocket assistance to carry a full bomb load. | ||
| − | The vehicle also features one of the earliest ECM suites. | ||
| − | As new equipment was introduced, older vehicles such as the ''Torrent'' were passed on to the militias of various newly formed colony worlds between the 22nd | + | As new equipment was introduced, older vehicles such as the ''Torrent'' were passed on to the militias of various newly formed colony worlds between the 22nd and 23rd centuries. As time passed, between the 24th and 25th centuries, newly introduced [[Aerospace Fighter|Aerospace Fighters]] came onto the scene. Since its tendency to fly low and slow made it highly vulnerable to the new fighters, they forcibly retired the design from most planetary militias, but not all. |
| − | In its day, it was produced in large numbers by several | + | In its day, it was produced in large numbers by several corporations claiming to be the originators of the design. |
General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] brought almost a [[Wing (Military Unit)|full wing]] of these aircraft with him during the SLDF's [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]]. They saw action during the [[Pentagon Civil War]], notably with the newly formed [[Clans]] forces. | General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] brought almost a [[Wing (Military Unit)|full wing]] of these aircraft with him during the SLDF's [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]]. They saw action during the [[Pentagon Civil War]], notably with the newly formed [[Clans]] forces. | ||
| − | However, by [[3068]], only one corporation still produced parts for the Capellan Confederation on [[Bellatrix]]. The corporation is still active producing parts for the aircraft and once a year produces a complete ''Torrent'' Heavy Bomber as a token vehicle for collectors | + | However, by [[3068]], only one corporation still produced parts for the Capellan Confederation on [[Bellatrix]]. The corporation is still active producing parts for the aircraft and once a year produces a complete ''Torrent'' Heavy Bomber as a token vehicle for collectors and museums. |
When it is found in service in the Inner Sphere, the design is usually being used as a fire fighting aircraft known as a [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_bomber| Water Bomber]]. | When it is found in service in the Inner Sphere, the design is usually being used as a fire fighting aircraft known as a [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_bomber| Water Bomber]]. | ||
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| + | During the [[Jihad]] the [[Capellan Confederation]] restarted ''Torrent'' production. The end of the Jihad didn't mean the end of ''Torrent'' production however.<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 108</ref> | ||
==Armament & Capacities== | ==Armament & Capacities== | ||
| − | The ''Torrent'' features four nose-mounted Machine Guns, with one ton of ammunition. | + | The ''Torrent'' features four nose-mounted Machine Guns, with one ton of ammunition. A six-tube short range missile launcher is mounted aft with one ton of ammunition. |
| − | A six-tube short range missile launcher is mounted aft with one ton of ammunition. | + | The aircraft is protected by three and a half tons of Hubris heavy armor and a [[Squealer I ECM]] suite.<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 124</ref> |
| − | The aircraft is protected by three and a half tons of Hubris heavy armor | ||
The design has 15 tons of bombs on its external hardpoints. | The design has 15 tons of bombs on its external hardpoints. | ||
When used as a fire fighter, the aircraft is equipped with water-filled bombs on its hardpoints. | When used as a fire fighter, the aircraft is equipped with water-filled bombs on its hardpoints. | ||
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| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The ''Torrent'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 124</ref> | ||
| + | * Atmospheric Flyer | ||
| + | * Poor Performance | ||
| + | * Internal Bomb Bay | ||
==Cargo== | ==Cargo== | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | + | * Torrent-IC - Used to carry Jump Infantry for [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HALO_jump| HALO drops]. | |
| − | + | * Torrent-FC - A refueling variant featuring several refueling drogues and a large fuel reservoir. | |
| − | + | * Torrent-ASW - An ancient Terran variant mounting Torpedos and specialized anti-submarine warfare equipment. This design variant no longer exists, but historical documents state that it was utilized by the United States of North America's four armies station around the continent in the 2100s. | |
==Notable Aircraft & Crews== | ==Notable Aircraft & Crews== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised]]'' | ||
[[Category:Air Support Vehicles|{{PAGENAME}}]] | [[Category:Air Support Vehicles|{{PAGENAME}}]] | ||
[[Category:Terran Hegemony Support Vehicles|{{PAGENAME}}]] | [[Category:Terran Hegemony Support Vehicles|{{PAGENAME}}]] | ||
Revision as of 12:57, 21 May 2013
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| Torrent Heavy Bomber | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Various |
| Use | Strategic Bomber Strike Craft |
| Tech Base | Tournment Legal |
| Chassis Type (Size) | Fixed Wing (Large) |
| Equipment Rating | |
| Cost | ??? |
| Introduced | Late 21st Century |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 200 Tons |
| Speed | 6 |
| Top Speed | 60 Kph |
| Power Plant | ICE |
| Fuel (Type/Range) | Petrochemical/371 Km |
| Armament | 4 x Machine Guns SRM-6 ECM Advanced Fire Control |
| Heat Sinks | None |
| Armor | 73 (BAR 6) |
| Crew | 10 (3 + 2 Officers, 6 Gunners) |
| BV (1.0) | ??? |
| BV (2.0) | ??? |
Contents
Description & History
Originally used by the United States of North America's Air Force, the Torrent was one of its most popular designs during the late 21st Century. The design was inherited by the Terran Alliance when it was formed in 2086.
The Torrent features thrust vectoring and fly-by-light equipment, eliminating the need for a horizontal rudder and gives it the ability to use the short runways found on new colonies. However, the bomber requires a full runaway and rocket assistance to carry a full bomb load. The vehicle also features one of the earliest ECM suites.
As new equipment was introduced, older vehicles such as the Torrent were passed on to the militias of various newly formed colony worlds between the 22nd and 23rd centuries. As time passed, between the 24th and 25th centuries, newly introduced Aerospace Fighters came onto the scene. Since its tendency to fly low and slow made it highly vulnerable to the new fighters, they forcibly retired the design from most planetary militias, but not all.
In its day, it was produced in large numbers by several corporations claiming to be the originators of the design.
General Aleksandr Kerensky brought almost a full wing of these aircraft with him during the SLDF's Exodus. They saw action during the Pentagon Civil War, notably with the newly formed Clans forces.
However, by 3068, only one corporation still produced parts for the Capellan Confederation on Bellatrix. The corporation is still active producing parts for the aircraft and once a year produces a complete Torrent Heavy Bomber as a token vehicle for collectors and museums.
When it is found in service in the Inner Sphere, the design is usually being used as a fire fighting aircraft known as a [Water Bomber].
During the Jihad the Capellan Confederation restarted Torrent production. The end of the Jihad didn't mean the end of Torrent production however.[1]
Armament & Capacities
The Torrent features four nose-mounted Machine Guns, with one ton of ammunition. A six-tube short range missile launcher is mounted aft with one ton of ammunition. The aircraft is protected by three and a half tons of Hubris heavy armor and a Squealer I ECM suite.[2]
The design has 15 tons of bombs on its external hardpoints.
When used as a fire fighter, the aircraft is equipped with water-filled bombs on its hardpoints.
Design Quirks
The Torrent has the following Design Quirks:[3]
- Atmospheric Flyer
- Poor Performance
- Internal Bomb Bay
Cargo
None
Variants
- Torrent-IC - Used to carry Jump Infantry for HALO drops.
- Torrent-FC - A refueling variant featuring several refueling drogues and a large fuel reservoir.
- Torrent-ASW - An ancient Terran variant mounting Torpedos and specialized anti-submarine warfare equipment. This design variant no longer exists, but historical documents state that it was utilized by the United States of North America's four armies station around the continent in the 2100s.
Notable Aircraft & Crews
- Venom's Kiss - This is a Torrent-IC variant used by Clan Goliath Scorpion during the Pentagon Civil War. The Kiss was made famous during a daring raid by saKhan Jenna Scott and his paratroopers to seize control of the rebel's primary communications station on the world of Dagda. The successful raid lead to the defeat of the rebel forces. To honor the crew of Venom's Kiss, the aircraft is on display in the antechamber of the Clan's Genetic Repository.
References
- Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, pp. 120-121 - "Vehicle Profile"