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| image = [[Image:Sabre.gif|191px]]
 
| image = [[Image:Sabre.gif|191px]]
| name = Sabre
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| name = ''Sabre''
| manufacturer = [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] <br> [[Lockheed/CBM Corporation]] <br> [[Jalastar Aerospace]] <br> [[Raimei Corporation]]
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| manufacturer = [[Raimei]],<br>[[Jalastar Aerospace]],<br>[[Lockheed/CBM Corporation]],<br>[[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]],<br>[[Pinard Protectorates Limited]],<br>[[Wakazashi Enterprises]]
 
| model = SB-27
 
| model = SB-27
 
| Class = Light
 
| Class = Light
 
| Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]]
 
| Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]]
 
| Introduced = [[2519]]
 
| Introduced = [[2519]]
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| production year = 2519
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| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4959/sabre-sb-27 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
| mass = 25 tons
 
| mass = 25 tons
 
| frame = Inazuma SI-32
 
| frame = Inazuma SI-32
| power plant = Nissan 225
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| power plant = [[Nissan 225]]
 
| armament = 3 x [[Medium Laser]]s
 
| armament = 3 x [[Medium Laser]]s
| communications system = BipStar 49-G
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| communications system = [[BipStar 49-G]]
 
| tracking & targeting system = Ki-II TTS
 
| tracking & targeting system = Ki-II TTS
 
| heat sinks = 10
 
| heat sinks = 10
| BV (1.0) = ???
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| BV (1.0) = 600<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 33</ref>
| BV (2.0) = 574
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| BV (2.0) = 574<ref name="TRO3075p212"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 106</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
The longest serving [[AeroSpace Fighter]] in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Sabre''''' is a sturdy garrison fighter, now infamous for its role in one of the greatest intelligence project in Combine history.
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The longest-serving [[Aerospace Fighter]] design in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Sabre''''' is a sturdy garrison fighter, now infamous for its role in one of the greatest intelligence projects in Combine history, the "Raimei Ring".<ref name="TRO3075p212">''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 212, "Sabre"</ref>
  
While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the ''Sabre'' was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. Original manufacturer Raimei continued to upgrade the fighter as technology advanced, resulting in the SB-27 model which features a Nissan 225 [[Fusion Engine]], double the fuel capacity and four tons of [[BattleMech]] grade armor.
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While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the ''Sabre'' was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. The original manufacturer, Raimei, continued to upgrade the fighter as technology advanced; the final version produced by Raimei was the SB-27 model which featured a Nissan 225 [[Fusion Engine]], double the fuel capacity of the previous model and replace the previous primitive armor with four tons of [[BattleMech]] grade armor, giving the same protection for less weight.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/>
  
Part of the reason the ''Sabre'' is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the [[Inner Sphere]] is because Raimei established semi-independent factories in all five of the other [[Great Houses]] and two [[Periphery]] states in [[2572]]. Due to close links between the company and [[House Kurita]]'s ruling family, each newly built facility also became clearing houses for [[ISF]] spies funneling intelligence back to the Combine. The ring would prove invaluable to the Combine and operate right up until Raimei's financial collapse in [[2814]], when the surviving ''Sabre'' assembly lines fell to other manufacturers. One of the revelations coming to light during the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[White-out]] of the [[HPG]] grid during the [[Jihad]], the existence of the so-called "Raimei Ring" has brought into question the loyalties of many multi-national corporations.
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Part of the reason the ''Sabre'' is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the [[Inner Sphere]] is because Raimei had established semi-independent factories in all five of the other [[Great Houses]] and two [[Periphery]] states by [[2572]]. Due to close links between the company and [[House Kurita]], each newly built facility also became a clearing house for [[ISF]] spies funneling intelligence back to the Combine. The ring would prove invaluable to the Combine and operate right up until Raimei's financial collapse in [[2814]], when the surviving ''Sabre'' assembly lines fell to other manufacturers. One of the revelations coming to light during the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[White-out]] of the [[HPG]] grid during the [[Jihad]], the existence of the so-called "Raimei Ring" has brought into question the loyalties of many multinational corporations.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/>
  
==Armament==
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==Weapons and Equipment==
Like many light fighters, the ''Sabre'' caries a light laser based weapons array, consisting of three Tronel II [[Medium Laser]]s, one in the nose and one on each wing.  
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Like many light fighters, the ''Sabre'' carries a light laser based weapons array, consisting of three Tronel II [[Medium Laser]]s, one in the nose and one in each wing.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
* ''SB-26'' The original ''Sabre'' model, this primitive fighter carried a mere two tons of fuel.
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*;SB-26 : The original ''Sabre'' model designed in [[2314]], this primitive fighter carried a mere two tons of fuel, used a heavier engine and primitive armor, with three medium lasers as weapons.<ref name="TRO3075p212"/> BV (2.0) = 512<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 105</ref>
* ''SB-27b'' This "Royal" variant was fielded during Kerensky's campaign to liberate Terra and is equipped with twice as many Medium Lasers as the standard SB-27, mounting a pair in each wing and the nose. It uses an [[XL Engine]] and the heat sinks were replaced with double strength models. BV (2.0) = 1,059<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 83</ref>
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* ''SB-28'' Originally an advanced model produced exclusively for the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2753]], the -28 variant has been revived during the [[Jihad]] and produced for the [[Kell Hounds]] thanks to design specs supplied to Lockheed/CBM by [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]]. Mounting an [[XL Engine]], the SB-28 has enough space to switch the nose laser for an [[ER Large Laser]], while the addition of [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor boosts protection.
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*;SB-27b : This "Royal" variant was fielded during Kerensky's campaign to liberate Terra and is equipped with twice as many Medium Lasers as the standard SB-27, mounting a pair in each wing and the nose. It uses an [[XL Engine]] and the heat sinks were replaced with double strength models. BV (2.0) = 1,059<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 83</ref>
* ''SB-29'' - A newer upgrade developed in [[3068]] by Wakazashi, seeking to finally reintroduce the venerable ''Sabre'' to the Combine, the SB-29 drops the medium lasers for a [[Light PPC]] in the nose and an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each wing.
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* ''SB-31 Defense Special'' - Designed with extensive use of [[Experimental Technology|experimental technologies]], the ''Defense Special'' appears to be a test-bed for a new idea. As the [[DCA]] has spent so much money on [[WarShips]], Wakazashi produced this fighter to thicken their anti-missile defenses. Using an XL Engine and [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Defense Special'' also mounts three [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]s. Apparently pilots are supposed to stick close to a Combine WarShip and position themselves between the WarShip and incoming missile fire. The L-AMS then engage the salvo, reducing or destroying it outright. This leaves the WarShip's defenses ready to deal with any "leakers" that get past the ''Defense Special''. Another possible deployment would place the ''Defense Special'' in the center of a flight, destroying incoming missiles and protecting its wingmates. No ''Defense Specials'' are known to be deployed. BV (2.0) = 884<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 14</ref>
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*;SB-27b-EC : Four prototype [[ER Medium Lasers]] have been installed by [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] techs. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 987<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 125</ref>
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*;SB-28 : Originally an advanced model produced exclusively for the [[Terran Hegemony]] by the Raimei/Lockheed plant on [[Outreach]] from [[2753]], the -28 variant has been revived during the [[Jihad]] and produced for the [[Kell Hounds]] thanks to design specs supplied to Lockheed/CBM by [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]]. Mounting an [[XL Engine]], the SB-28 has enough space to switch the nose laser for an [[ER Large Laser]], while the addition of [[Ferro-Aluminum]] armor boosts protection<ref name="TRO3075p212"/>. BV (2.0) = 951<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 107</ref>
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*;SB-29 : A newer upgrade developed in [[3068]] by Wakazashi, seeking to finally reintroduce the venerable ''Sabre'' to the Combine, the SB-29 drops the medium lasers for a [[Light PPC]] in the nose and an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each wing<ref name="TRO3075p212"/>. BV (2.0) = 789<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 108</ref>
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*;SB-31 ''Defense Special'' : Designed with extensive use of [[Experimental Technology|experimental technologies]], the ''Defense Special'' appears to be a test-bed for a new idea. As the [[DCA]] has spent so much money on [[WarShips]], Wakazashi produced this fighter to thicken their anti-missile defenses. Using an XL Engine and [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Defense Special'' also mounts three [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]s. Apparently pilots are supposed to stick close to a Combine WarShip and position themselves between the WarShip and incoming missile fire. The L-AMS then engage the salvo, reducing or destroying it outright. This leaves the WarShip's defenses ready to deal with any "leakers" that get past the ''Defense Special''. Another possible deployment would place the ''Defense Special'' in the center of a flight, destroying incoming missiles and protecting its wingmates. No ''Defense Specials'' are known to be deployed. BV (2.0) = 884<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 14</ref>
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*;SB-31D : The production version of the ''Sabre Defense Special'', this version was restricted to use by Wakazashi and related shipping concerns. It was only offered to the [[Draconis Combine Admiralty]] in [[3079]]. It mounts the three Laser AMS's of the ''Defense Special'' and the same three ER Medium Lasers, but reduces its fuel capability slightly in order to mount eleven double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 935<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 167</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 83</ref>
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==Design Quirks==
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The ''SB-31D Sabre'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/>
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* [[Atmospheric Flyer]]
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* [[Cramped Cockpit]]
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==Gallery==
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<gallery>
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sabre-31d.png|SB-31D ''Sabre'' from ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes|TRO:Proto]]''
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Sabre.gif|''Sabre'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]''
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</gallery>
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
The ''Sabre'' was introduced in AeroTech 1st edition as one of the six original designs, with no model number, release date, or 'fluff', finally getting fully statted with TRO:3075.
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The ''Sabre'' was introduced in ''[[AeroTech#Notes|AeroTech]]'' (1st edition) as one of the six original designs, but lacked model number, release date, or any description beyond its game stats. It was finally given a detailed description in line with that of other aerospace fighters in ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''.
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
*''AeroTech''
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<references/>
 
*''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 179
 
*''Technical Readout: 3057'', p. 179
*''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp 212-213
 
*''Record Sheets: 3075''
 
<references/>
 
  
 
==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
*''[[AeroTech]]''
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* ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]''
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* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
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* ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]''
*''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]''
*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Golden Century]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]''
  
[[Category:AeroSpace Fighters]]
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[[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]]
[[Category:Light AeroSpace Fighters]]
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[[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]]
[[Category:Light AeroSpace Fighters]]
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[[Category:SLDF Royal Aerospace Fighter classes]]

Revision as of 15:38, 4 November 2020

Sabre.gif
Sabre
Production information
Manufacturer Raimei,
Jalastar Aerospace,
Lockheed/CBM Corporation,
Majesty Metals and Manufacturing,
Pinard Protectorates Limited,
Wakazashi Enterprises
Production Year 2519[1]
Model SB-27
Class Light
Tech Base Inner Sphere
Technical specifications
Mass 25 tons
Structural Integrity
Frame Inazuma SI-32
Power Plant Nissan 225
Fuel
Armament

3 x Medium Lasers

Communications System BipStar 49-G
Tracking & Targeting System Ki-II TTS
Heat Sinks 10
BV (1.0) 600[2]
BV (2.0) 574[3][4]

Description

The longest-serving Aerospace Fighter design in the Draconis Combine, the Sabre is a sturdy garrison fighter, now infamous for its role in one of the greatest intelligence projects in Combine history, the "Raimei Ring".[3]

While extremely short-ranged when first developed, the Sabre was well-regarded for its exceptional speed and maneuverability. The original manufacturer, Raimei, continued to upgrade the fighter as technology advanced; the final version produced by Raimei was the SB-27 model which featured a Nissan 225 Fusion Engine, double the fuel capacity of the previous model and replace the previous primitive armor with four tons of BattleMech grade armor, giving the same protection for less weight.[3]

Part of the reason the Sabre is such a common design in planetary garrisons across the Inner Sphere is because Raimei had established semi-independent factories in all five of the other Great Houses and two Periphery states by 2572. Due to close links between the company and House Kurita, each newly built facility also became a clearing house for ISF spies funneling intelligence back to the Combine. The ring would prove invaluable to the Combine and operate right up until Raimei's financial collapse in 2814, when the surviving Sabre assembly lines fell to other manufacturers. One of the revelations coming to light during the Word of Blake's White-out of the HPG grid during the Jihad, the existence of the so-called "Raimei Ring" has brought into question the loyalties of many multinational corporations.[3]

Weapons and Equipment

Like many light fighters, the Sabre carries a light laser based weapons array, consisting of three Tronel II Medium Lasers, one in the nose and one in each wing.[3]

Variants

  • SB-26 
    The original Sabre model designed in 2314, this primitive fighter carried a mere two tons of fuel, used a heavier engine and primitive armor, with three medium lasers as weapons.[3] BV (2.0) = 512[5]
  • SB-27b 
    This "Royal" variant was fielded during Kerensky's campaign to liberate Terra and is equipped with twice as many Medium Lasers as the standard SB-27, mounting a pair in each wing and the nose. It uses an XL Engine and the heat sinks were replaced with double strength models. BV (2.0) = 1,059[6]
  • SB-27b-EC 
    Four prototype ER Medium Lasers have been installed by Clan Cloud Cobra techs. (Note: EC is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)[7] BV (2.0) = 987[8]
  • SB-29 
    A newer upgrade developed in 3068 by Wakazashi, seeking to finally reintroduce the venerable Sabre to the Combine, the SB-29 drops the medium lasers for a Light PPC in the nose and an ER Medium Laser in each wing[3]. BV (2.0) = 789[10]
  • SB-31 Defense Special 
    Designed with extensive use of experimental technologies, the Defense Special appears to be a test-bed for a new idea. As the DCA has spent so much money on WarShips, Wakazashi produced this fighter to thicken their anti-missile defenses. Using an XL Engine and ER Medium Lasers, the Defense Special also mounts three Laser Anti-Missile Systems. Apparently pilots are supposed to stick close to a Combine WarShip and position themselves between the WarShip and incoming missile fire. The L-AMS then engage the salvo, reducing or destroying it outright. This leaves the WarShip's defenses ready to deal with any "leakers" that get past the Defense Special. Another possible deployment would place the Defense Special in the center of a flight, destroying incoming missiles and protecting its wingmates. No Defense Specials are known to be deployed. BV (2.0) = 884[11]
  • SB-31D 
    The production version of the Sabre Defense Special, this version was restricted to use by Wakazashi and related shipping concerns. It was only offered to the Draconis Combine Admiralty in 3079. It mounts the three Laser AMS's of the Defense Special and the same three ER Medium Lasers, but reduces its fuel capability slightly in order to mount eleven double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 935[12][13]

Design Quirks

The SB-31D Sabre variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[12]

Gallery

Notes

The Sabre was introduced in AeroTech (1st edition) as one of the six original designs, but lacked model number, release date, or any description beyond its game stats. It was finally given a detailed description in line with that of other aerospace fighters in Technical Readout: 3075.

References

  1. MUL online date for the Sabre
  2. AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 33
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 212, "Sabre"
  4. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 106
  5. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 105
  6. Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 83
  7. Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 62
  8. Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 125
  9. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 107
  10. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 108
  11. Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations, p. 14
  12. 12.0 12.1 Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 167
  13. Record Sheets: Prototypes, p. 83
  • Technical Readout: 3057, p. 179

Bibliography