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| − | * | + | * ''Arrow IV Variant'' - This is Pilum's artillery version of the vehicle which was introduced short after the original vehicle premiered during the [[Clan Invasion era]]. The LRM-15s and its Fire Control were removed in favor a single [[Arrow IV]] Missile Launcher. The vehicle also been given 20 missiles split between two ammunition bays to allow for specialized ammunition. BV (2.0)= 1,102 at 1,102 C-Bills<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 (Inner Sphere)'' p. 159 - Pilum Heavy Tank (Arrow IV) - Variant stats with BV2.</ref> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 04:16, 11 July 2011
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| Pilum Heavy Tank | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Valiant Vehicles |
| Mission | Fire Support Vehicle |
| Type | Wheeled |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 70 |
| Armor | Valiant Scutum Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Fusion Engine |
| Speed | 65 k/ph km/h |
| Crew | 3 |
| Armament |
2 x LRM 15 + Art IV |
| BV (1.0) | 767[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,121[2] |
Description
The Pilum Heavy Tank is a product of Valiant Vehicles of Johnsondale, as new combat vehicle for the Federated Commonwealth's Armed Forces. Valiant Vehicles created the vehicle based on the success of its Striker Missile Vehicle. Initially introduced in 3058, the vehicle received criticism its chassis based on Wheeled configuration instead of more traditional tracked tanks. The company had experienced production problems in its first production run.[3]
The tanks saw deployment to the AFFC's and later AFFS's frontline units. Many among those who received the tank had liked its speed and maneuverability qualities. These qualities were effect when it was deployed against the Clans and during the FedCom Civil War. Notable action of use of the Pilum was with the 8th Crucis Lancers during their last stand on Proserpina in March 3066. Pilums were used great effect with other tank assets of the 8th Crucis's armor assets their fight with Draconis Combines forces.[4]
Armament
The is Principally armed with pair of turret Artemis IV controlled 15-Tubed Valiant Arbalest Long Range Missile launchers. For close in defense, the vehicle has been given pair of turreted mounted Streak SRM 2 launchers and two Valiant Ruby Dart Medium Pulse Lasers found in front of the vehicle. The Arbalest launcher has give 3 tons of ammunition for sustain fire, while Streaks are only give a ton.
The vehicle is protected with 10 tons of Ferro-Fibrous Armor, however it been criticized being thin in comparison to other similar vehicles.
Variants
- Arrow IV Variant - This is Pilum's artillery version of the vehicle which was introduced short after the original vehicle premiered during the Clan Invasion era. The LRM-15s and its Fire Control were removed in favor a single Arrow IV Missile Launcher. The vehicle also been given 20 missiles split between two ammunition bays to allow for specialized ammunition. BV (2.0)= 1,102 at 1,102 C-Bills[5]
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058 p. 105 - BV1 listed in vehicle tech profile.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 (Inner Sphere) p. 158 - BV2 listing for Pilum Heavy Tank.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058 p. 80 - Original Pilum Heavy Tank fluff.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade p. 108
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 (Inner Sphere) p. 159 - Pilum Heavy Tank (Arrow IV) - Variant stats with BV2.