Difference between revisions of "Leopard CV (DropShip class)"
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| manufacturer = [[Irian Technologies]], [[Bowie Industries]], [[Federated-Boeing]]<ref>''Handbook: House Davion'', p. 181 </ref> | | manufacturer = [[Irian Technologies]], [[Bowie Industries]], [[Federated-Boeing]]<ref>''Handbook: House Davion'', p. 181 </ref> | ||
| production year = 2581 | | production year = 2581 | ||
| − | | year reference = <ref> | + | | year reference = <ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4496/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']</ref> |
| Use = [[Aerospace fighter]] carrier | | Use = [[Aerospace fighter]] carrier | ||
| Type = Aerodyne | | Type = Aerodyne | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Cousin to the original ''[[Leopard]]'' class [[DropShip]], the '''Leopard CV''' is the most common fighter carrier in the [[Inner Sphere]]. Carrying a standard squadron of [[aerospace fighter]]s, the vessel is the means by which an assault (or raiding) force can transport the aerospace support to the scene of battle from the jump point, providing dedicated refueling, rearming and maintenance requirements. However, due to its lack of significant cargo space, the vessel is not intended for long-term habitation; instead, the transported crew would require continuous support from the mother [[JumpShip]], until the time for system transit. Like its cousin, there are plenty of parts, both still in production or available as salvage and surplus, to keep the ''Leopard CV'' strongly active. | + | Cousin to the original ''[[Leopard]]'' class [[DropShip]], the '''''Leopard CV''''' is the most common fighter carrier in the [[Inner Sphere]]. Carrying a standard squadron of [[aerospace fighter]]s, the vessel is the means by which an assault (or raiding) force can transport the aerospace support to the scene of battle from the jump point, providing dedicated refueling, rearming and maintenance requirements. However, due to its lack of significant cargo space, the vessel is not intended for long-term habitation; instead, the transported crew would require continuous support from the mother [[JumpShip]], until the time for system transit. Like its cousin, there are plenty of parts, both still in production or available as salvage and surplus, to keep the ''Leopard CV'' strongly active. |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Leopard'' has an impressive weapons | + | The ''Leopard'' has an impressive weapons load-out for such a small DropShip, most useful for attacks from aerospace interceptors. It can be easily overwhelmed, however, if swarmed. It has three [[LRM|long range missile]] racks for heavy hitting, two [[PPC]]s, five [[Large Laser]]s, and seven [[medium laser]]s, which give it more than enough combat capability when its munitions run out. |
==Cargo== | ==Cargo== | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | ; ''Leopard'' (3054) : In 3054, [[Irian Technologies]] began producing an upgraded Leopard CV. The PPCs and Large Lasers have both been replaced by extended-range models, while the medium lasers have been upgraded with [[medium pulse laser|pulse technology]]. BV (1.0) = 3,217 BV (2.0) = 3,376 | + | ; ''Leopard'' (3054) : In 3054, [[Irian Technologies]] began producing an upgraded ''Leopard CV''. The PPCs and Large Lasers have both been replaced by extended-range models, while the medium lasers have been upgraded with [[medium pulse laser|pulse technology]]. BV (1.0) = 3,217 BV (2.0) = 3,376 |
==Named Vessels== | ==Named Vessels== | ||
Revision as of 21:08, 2 December 2022
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| Leopard CV | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Irian Technologies, Bowie Industries, Federated-Boeing[1] |
| Production Year | 2581[2] |
| Use | Aerospace fighter carrier |
| Type | Aerodyne |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 1,720 tons |
| Structural Integrity | 7 |
| Length | 70.2 meters |
| Width | 53 meters |
| Height | 19.8 meters |
| Safe Thrust | 2 g |
| Max Thrust | 3 g |
| Fuel (tons) | 137 tons |
| Fuel (days) | 74.5 days |
| Armament |
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| Armor | Standard Fore: 14 Sides: 13 Aft: 10 |
| Crew | 9 |
| Escape Pods/Life Boats | 2/0 |
| Heat Sinks | 80 (single) |
| BV (1.0) | 2,579 |
| BV (2.0) | 2,854 |
Contents
Description
Cousin to the original Leopard class DropShip, the Leopard CV is the most common fighter carrier in the Inner Sphere. Carrying a standard squadron of aerospace fighters, the vessel is the means by which an assault (or raiding) force can transport the aerospace support to the scene of battle from the jump point, providing dedicated refueling, rearming and maintenance requirements. However, due to its lack of significant cargo space, the vessel is not intended for long-term habitation; instead, the transported crew would require continuous support from the mother JumpShip, until the time for system transit. Like its cousin, there are plenty of parts, both still in production or available as salvage and surplus, to keep the Leopard CV strongly active.
Armament
The Leopard has an impressive weapons load-out for such a small DropShip, most useful for attacks from aerospace interceptors. It can be easily overwhelmed, however, if swarmed. It has three long range missile racks for heavy hitting, two PPCs, five Large Lasers, and seven medium lasers, which give it more than enough combat capability when its munitions run out.
Cargo
Six aerospace fighters
Variants
- Leopard (3054)
- In 3054, Irian Technologies began producing an upgraded Leopard CV. The PPCs and Large Lasers have both been replaced by extended-range models, while the medium lasers have been upgraded with pulse technology. BV (1.0) = 3,217 BV (2.0) = 3,376
Named Vessels
(See Category:Individual Leopard CV-class DropShips)
Notes
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Leopard JT, where the abbreviation JT stands for Jägertender. The German nautical term tender is used for supply ships, while Jäger is a common short form for Jagdflugzeug (fighter aircraft).
Gallery
Original Leopard CV from TRO:3025
Leopard CV from TRO:3025 Revised
Illustration of Leopard CV from DropShips and JumpShips
Leopard CV (3054) from TRO:3057
References
- ↑ Handbook: House Davion, p. 181
- ↑ MUL online date for the Leopard CV (DropShip class)