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| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5051/shiva-shv-o MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5051/shiva-shv-o MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
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| frame = [[SHV X1]] | | frame = [[SHV X1]] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Developed with aid from the [[Word of Blake]], the [[Free Worlds League]]'s first [[OmniFighter]] the '''''Shiva''''' is deadly and effective aircraft that lives up to its name - that of the multiarmed Hindu god of destruction.<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> | + | Developed with aid from the [[Word of Blake]], the [[Free Worlds League]]'s first [[OmniFighter]], the '''''Shiva''''', is deadly and effective aircraft that lives up to its name - that of the multiarmed Hindu god of destruction.<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> |
| − | Using an [[XL engine]] to save weight rather than speed, though marginally slower than aircraft of a similar mass, the ''Shiva'' has the capacity to carry a phenomenal array of | + | Using an [[XL engine]] to save weight rather than speed, though marginally slower than aircraft of a similar mass, the ''Shiva'' has the capacity to carry a phenomenal array of equipment with over 50 tons of [[pod space]]. Though it has performed well in exercises, the ''Shiva''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s critics have seized on the design's weak armor for its size, only carrying 10 tons of [[Andurien Composite 3]] [[ferro-aluminum]] armor, though the 18 [[double heat sink]]s mounted on the base chassis has attracted praise. Originally intended as the League's principal carrier aircraft, the complex logistics required to supply the ''Shiva'' with pod-compatible weapons has limited its effectiveness in that role.<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The | + | The Primary configuration features a short-range combat loadout consisting of a balance of energy and ammunition dependent weaponry. A large [[LB 20-X AC]], [[SRM-6]], and [[ER small laser]] crowd the nose mounts, with twin [[large pulse laser]]s mounted in each wing, and three additional [[double heat sink]]s added to keep the extra heat in check.<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> |
==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *;Alternate Configuration A : The A configuration again mounts a mix of energy and ammunition hungry weapons, this time focused on longer ranges. An [[Artemis IV FCS]] enhanced [[LRM-10]] and [[ER small laser]] are mounted in the nose, supported by the [[ER large laser]] and [[Gauss rifle]] mounted in each wing. Two tons of missile reloads and four of Gauss rounds keep those weapons in operation during the length of a standard sortie. BV (1.0) = 2,225<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> (2,153)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 153</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,300<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 274</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration A : The A configuration again mounts a mix of energy and ammunition hungry weapons, this time focused on longer ranges. An [[Artemis IV FCS]]-enhanced [[LRM-10]] and [[ER small laser]] are mounted in the nose, supported by the [[ER large laser]] and [[Gauss rifle]] mounted in each wing. Two tons of missile reloads and four of Gauss rounds keep those weapons in operation during the length of a standard sortie. BV (1.0) = 2,225<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> (2,153)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 153</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,300<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 274</ref> |
| − | *;Alternate Configuration B : A massive missile boat, the B configuration carries two Artemis enhanced [[LRM-20]] launchers in each wing, with eight tons of [[CASE]] protected reloads giving this variant moderate combat endurance. BV (1.0) = 2,081<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> (1,913)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 154</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,999<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 275</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration B : A massive missile boat, the B configuration carries two Artemis-enhanced [[LRM-20]] launchers in each wing, with eight tons of [[CASE]] protected reloads giving this variant moderate combat endurance. BV (1.0) = 2,081<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> (1,913)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 154</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,999<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 275</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration C : An energy weapon heavy ranged combat | + | *;Alternate Configuration C : An energy weapon-heavy ranged combat configuration, the C mounts an [[ER PPC]], [[light Gauss rifle]] and twin [[ER medium laser]]s in each wing supported by a further two ER medium lasers and a single [[ER small laser]] in the nose. Four tons of reloads keep the Gauss rifles fed while four additional [[double heat sink]]s strive to keep the PPCs and lasers in check. BV (1.0) = 1,838<ref name=TRO3067-154-155/> (1,790)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 155</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,165<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 276</ref> |
| − | *;Alternate Configuration D : This | + | *;Alternate Configuration D : This configuration carries a [[Gauss rifle]] in each wing and a [[light Gauss rifle]] in the nose. A single [[medium variable speed pulse laser]] covers the aft arc, and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] provides electronic warfare support. BV (2.0) = 2,019<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 277</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;SHV-S : Using [[ | + | *;SHV-S : Using [[experimental technology]] allows the ''Shiva-S'' to function as a dedicated anti-[[WarShip]] platform. Equipped with two [[improved heavy Gauss rifle]]s, the ''Shiva-S'' can inflict large amounts of damage to even the largest ships. Naturally those ships have many weapons to destroy single [[aerospace fighter]]s, so to protect itself the ''Shiva-S'' is clad in 11 tons of [[vehicular stealth armor]], and the [[Guardian ECM Suite]] that powers the stealth armor can also be used to interfere with targeting systems. BV (2.0) = 2,216 <ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Marik'', p. 13</ref> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
Revision as of 14:03, 11 August 2022
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| Shiva | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Andurien Aerospace |
| Production Year | 3060[1] |
| Model | SHV-O |
| Class | Heavy OmniFighter |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 85 tons |
| Structural Integrity | 8 |
| Frame | SHV X1 |
| Power Plant | 255 XL engine |
| Fuel | |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration
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| Communications System | Lassitor-5A |
| Tracking & Targeting System | Wasat Aggressor Type 6F with Omnilink |
| Heat Sinks | 18 double heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 1,472[2][3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,727[4] |
Contents
Description
Developed with aid from the Word of Blake, the Free Worlds League's first OmniFighter, the Shiva, is deadly and effective aircraft that lives up to its name - that of the multiarmed Hindu god of destruction.[2]
Using an XL engine to save weight rather than speed, though marginally slower than aircraft of a similar mass, the Shiva has the capacity to carry a phenomenal array of equipment with over 50 tons of pod space. Though it has performed well in exercises, the Shiva's critics have seized on the design's weak armor for its size, only carrying 10 tons of Andurien Composite 3 ferro-aluminum armor, though the 18 double heat sinks mounted on the base chassis has attracted praise. Originally intended as the League's principal carrier aircraft, the complex logistics required to supply the Shiva with pod-compatible weapons has limited its effectiveness in that role.[2]
Weapons and Equipment
The Primary configuration features a short-range combat loadout consisting of a balance of energy and ammunition dependent weaponry. A large LB 20-X AC, SRM-6, and ER small laser crowd the nose mounts, with twin large pulse lasers mounted in each wing, and three additional double heat sinks added to keep the extra heat in check.[2]
Alternate Configurations
- Alternate Configuration A
- The A configuration again mounts a mix of energy and ammunition hungry weapons, this time focused on longer ranges. An Artemis IV FCS-enhanced LRM-10 and ER small laser are mounted in the nose, supported by the ER large laser and Gauss rifle mounted in each wing. Two tons of missile reloads and four of Gauss rounds keep those weapons in operation during the length of a standard sortie. BV (1.0) = 2,225[2] (2,153)[5] BV (2.0) = 2,300[6]
- Alternate Configuration C
- An energy weapon-heavy ranged combat configuration, the C mounts an ER PPC, light Gauss rifle and twin ER medium lasers in each wing supported by a further two ER medium lasers and a single ER small laser in the nose. Four tons of reloads keep the Gauss rifles fed while four additional double heat sinks strive to keep the PPCs and lasers in check. BV (1.0) = 1,838[2] (1,790)[9] BV (2.0) = 2,165[10]
- Alternate Configuration D
- This configuration carries a Gauss rifle in each wing and a light Gauss rifle in the nose. A single medium variable speed pulse laser covers the aft arc, and a Guardian ECM Suite provides electronic warfare support. BV (2.0) = 2,019[11]
Variants
- SHV-S
- Using experimental technology allows the Shiva-S to function as a dedicated anti-WarShip platform. Equipped with two improved heavy Gauss rifles, the Shiva-S can inflict large amounts of damage to even the largest ships. Naturally those ships have many weapons to destroy single aerospace fighters, so to protect itself the Shiva-S is clad in 11 tons of vehicular stealth armor, and the Guardian ECM Suite that powers the stealth armor can also be used to interfere with targeting systems. BV (2.0) = 2,216 [12]
Gallery
Original Shiva from TRO:3067
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Shiva
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Technical Readout: 3067, pp. 154-155, "Shiva OmniFighter Profile and BV listing"
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 152
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 273
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 153
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 274
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 154
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 275
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 155
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 276
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 277
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Marik, p. 13