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Originally designed as an experiment by a team of aerospace engineers at [[Bowie Industries]] in [[2712]], the '''Gabriel''' surprised many with its viability as much as for being virtually a ground-based [[Aerospace Fighter]], becoming the fastest ground vehicle to see service in the [[SLDF]].<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750, pp. 84-85, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, p. 188, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"</ref> | Originally designed as an experiment by a team of aerospace engineers at [[Bowie Industries]] in [[2712]], the '''Gabriel''' surprised many with its viability as much as for being virtually a ground-based [[Aerospace Fighter]], becoming the fastest ground vehicle to see service in the [[SLDF]].<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750, pp. 84-85, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, p. 188, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"</ref> | ||
| − | The Gabriel's main role is | + | The ''Gabriel's'' main role is reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, carrying information back to its parent unit quickly thanks to its high speed, and the vehicle mounts advanced communications and sensor equipment for longer-ranged [[satellite]] network transmissions. While the ''Gabriel'' only carries a single ton of armor, instead of standard or even [[Ferro-Fibrous]] plate, the designers used [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor, normally reserved for Aerospace Fighters. The front, back, and turret carry the bulk of this meager protection, at the expense of the vehicle's sides.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3050R/> |
| − | The Gabriel's most infamous "feature" | + | The Gabriel's most infamous "feature" stemmed from pilots who accidentally discovered how to angle the forward fans to such a degree so that pitch-back noise would make the craft emit the sound of a wailing trumpet. To produce the trumpet sound turns the ride extremely rough and the practice is discouraged, but it remains a favorite method of announcing a pilot's return to the garrison.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3050R/> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | Though designed for reconnaissance and not combat, the Gabriel does carry a single turret-mounted Maxell TR [[Medium Laser]]. While the design team was intrigued by the possibilities of a turret, in another example of their aerospace engineering sensibilities, the weapon features | + | Though designed for reconnaissance and not combat, the ''Gabriel'' does carry a single turret-mounted Maxell TR [[Medium Laser]]. While the design team was intrigued by the possibilities of a turret, in another example of their aerospace engineering sensibilities, the weapon features an automatic target-acquisition system similar to those on Aerospace Fighters. The turret swivels toward the closest threat, leaving it to the pilot to precisely aim at weak points and fire the weapon. The pilot can override the system, but the system's logic algorithms have proven very successful.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3050R/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
Revision as of 14:26, 30 March 2013
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| Gabriel | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Bowie Industries |
| Mission | Reconnaissance |
| Type | Hover |
| Cost | 110,917 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 5 tons |
| Armor | Bowie Ferro-Aluminum |
| Engine | VOX 25 Fusion Engine |
| Speed | 243 km/h |
| Crew | 1 |
| Communications System | CBR CommSat |
| Armament |
1 x Medium Laser |
| BV (1.0) | 175[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 198[2][3] |
Description
Originally designed as an experiment by a team of aerospace engineers at Bowie Industries in 2712, the Gabriel surprised many with its viability as much as for being virtually a ground-based Aerospace Fighter, becoming the fastest ground vehicle to see service in the SLDF.[2][4][5]
The Gabriel's main role is reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, carrying information back to its parent unit quickly thanks to its high speed, and the vehicle mounts advanced communications and sensor equipment for longer-ranged satellite network transmissions. While the Gabriel only carries a single ton of armor, instead of standard or even Ferro-Fibrous plate, the designers used Ferro-Aluminum armor, normally reserved for Aerospace Fighters. The front, back, and turret carry the bulk of this meager protection, at the expense of the vehicle's sides.[2][4][5]
The Gabriel's most infamous "feature" stemmed from pilots who accidentally discovered how to angle the forward fans to such a degree so that pitch-back noise would make the craft emit the sound of a wailing trumpet. To produce the trumpet sound turns the ride extremely rough and the practice is discouraged, but it remains a favorite method of announcing a pilot's return to the garrison.[2][4][5]
Armament
Though designed for reconnaissance and not combat, the Gabriel does carry a single turret-mounted Maxell TR Medium Laser. While the design team was intrigued by the possibilities of a turret, in another example of their aerospace engineering sensibilities, the weapon features an automatic target-acquisition system similar to those on Aerospace Fighters. The turret swivels toward the closest threat, leaving it to the pilot to precisely aim at weak points and fire the weapon. The pilot can override the system, but the system's logic algorithms have proven very successful.[2][4][5]
Variants
- ERSL - The first of two variants that date to the late 3060s, the ERSL is built on Dicallus and is popular with Taurian Concordat militia units based in cities. The simple modification replaces the Medium Laser with a pair of ER Small Lasers. BV (2.0)= 162[6]
- TDF - The second Taurian variant, the TDF replaces the Medium Laser with a pair of Rocket Launcher 10s. BV (2.0)= 168[7]
Gallery
Gabriel Light Hover Tank
References
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 106
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 148-149, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 160
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Technical Readout: 2750, pp. 84-85, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, p. 188, "Gabriel Vehicle Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 161
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 162