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− | {{otheruses|the | + | {{otheruses|the aerospace dogfighter|other uses|Tomahawk}} |
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{{InfoBoxASF | {{InfoBoxASF | ||
− | | image = [[Image:Tomahawk. | + | | image = [[Image:Tomahawk ASF TRO3050U.png|191px]] |
− | | name = Tomahawk | + | | name = ''Tomahawk'' |
| manufacturer = [[Wangker Aerospace]] | | manufacturer = [[Wangker Aerospace]] | ||
| model = THK-63 | | model = THK-63 | ||
− | | Class = Light | + | | Class = Light aerospace fighter |
| Tech Base = Star League | | Tech Base = Star League | ||
− | | Cost = 2,523,132<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref> | + | | Cost = 2,523,132 [[C-bill]]s<ref name=COp107>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref> |
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| production year = 2680 | | production year = 2680 | ||
| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3273/tomahawk-thk-63 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3273/tomahawk-thk-63 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| mass = 45 tons | | mass = 45 tons | ||
− | | frame = Shipil 35-B | + | | frame = [[Shipil 35-B]] |
− | | power plant = [[PlasmaStar 270]] [[ | + | | power plant = [[PlasmaStar 270]] [[fusion engine]] |
− | | armament = * | + | | armor = [[Fiber 10 Ferro-Aluminum]] |
− | * | + | | armament = |
+ | * 1x [[Small laser]] | ||
+ | * 2x [[Large laser]]s | ||
| communications system = [[Telestar Fortran]] | | communications system = [[Telestar Fortran]] | ||
| tracking & targeting system = [[IMB 5000]] | | tracking & targeting system = [[IMB 5000]] | ||
− | | heat sinks = 12 | + | | heat sinks = 12 [[double heat sink]]s |
− | | BV (1.0) = 1,021<ref | + | | BV (1.0) = 1,021<ref name=COp107/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 76</ref> |
− | | BV (2.0) = 1,038<ref name=TRO3050U234-235>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. | + | | BV (2.0) = 1,038<ref name=TRO3050U234-235>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 234–235: "Tomahawk Fighter Profile"</ref><ref name=MUL188-189>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', pp. 188–189</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 336</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
− | The '''''Tomahawk''''' was designed as a dogfighter, with a good combination of maneuverability and armament. | + | The '''''Tomahawk''''' was designed as a dogfighter, with a good combination of maneuverability and armament. With six Gs of thrust, five tons of fuel, and weapons that lack ammunition stores, the ''Tomahawk'' excels in patrol and escort duties, while 10 tons of [[ferro-aluminum]] armor provides protection superior to other designs of its weight class. Early models suffered from a poor heat dissipation system, a fault that would be largely rectified with the release of the THK-63 model in [[2680]], with most earlier models similarly upgraded.<ref name=TRO3050U234-235/><ref name=TRO2750-68-69>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 68–69: "Tomahawk Fighter Profile"</ref> |
− | The ''Tomahawk'' would remain in service with the [[Star League Defense Force]] for over a hundred years as a key part of its aerospace forces. | + | The ''Tomahawk'' would remain in service with the [[Star League Defense Force]] for over a hundred years as a key part of its aerospace forces. However, the destruction caused by the [[Amaris Civil War]] and the resulting [[Operation Exodus|exodus]] of the SLDF would see the loss of a significant number of ''Tomahawks'', with many more destroyed in the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] that followed. [[ComStar]] was able to maintain a secret stock of ''Tomahawk'' fighters, a few of which were donated to the [[DCMS]] and [[FWLM]], while the [[Clans]] maintained some for their second-line units. The rest of the few surviving ''Tomahawk'' fighters could be found in private collections and museums, however the [[Clan Invasion]] prompted ComStar to restart production of the ''Tomahawk'' with the activation of the Wangker factory on [[Terra|Mars]] and began upgrading them to advanced models. Some of these eventually fell into the hands of the [[Word of Blake]].<ref name=TRO3050U234-235/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
− | With an armament consisting entirely of laser weaponry, the ''Tomahawk'' is a capable air-to-ground combatant as well as a dogfighter. | + | With an armament consisting entirely of laser weaponry, the ''Tomahawk'' is a capable air-to-ground combatant as well as a dogfighter. Two [[Maxell SR]] [[large laser]]s give the ''Tomahawk'' good firepower, while the single [[Small_Laser#ExoStar|Exostar]] [[small laser]] was largely added because the designers feared pilots would balk at a craft without a nose armament.<ref name=TRO3050U234-235/><ref name=TRO2750-68-69/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
− | *;THK-33 : | + | *; THK-33 : A prototype first released in [[2642]], this early model featured only 10 [[single heat sink]]s and used [[standard armor]]. BV (2.0) = 1,069<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 333</ref> |
− | *;THK-43 : | + | *; THK-43 : The original model, the THK-43 had twelve [[single heat sink]]s and less armor, though it was upgraded to [[ferro-aluminum]].<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 285</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,038<ref name=MUL188-189/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 334</ref> |
− | *;THK-53 : The THK-53 ''Tomahawk'' was the initial attempt to control the unusual heat difficulties. | + | *; THK-53 : The THK-53 ''Tomahawk'' was the initial attempt to control the unusual heat difficulties. This variant replaces each wing-mounted [[large laser]] with a trio of [[medium laser]]s and two additional [[single heat sink]]s while the nose-mounted [[small laser]] is replaced with additional armor.<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 286</ref> BV (1.0)= 1,078,<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 77</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,105<ref name=MUL188-189/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 335</ref> |
− | *;THK- | + | *; THK-63-EC : A relatively simple update swapped out the [[large laser]]s for [[improved large laser]]s and added two extra [[double heat sink]]s, thanks to the lighter weapons. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,038<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 135</ref> |
− | *;THK- | + | *; THK-63b : The THK-63b ''Tomahawk'', deployed exclusively among [[SLDF Royal units|SLDF Royal]] commands, replaces the [[PlasmaStar 270]] with an [[XL engine]], using the extra tonnage to upgrade the [[small laser]] to a [[PPC]] and adding a half-ton of armor to the wings and rear. BV (2.0) = 1,481<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 39</ref> |
− | *;''Tomahawk'' | + | *; THK-63b2 : The THK-63b2 ''Tomahawk'' was an SLDF update of the first Royal ''Tomhawks'' to the latest weapons specifications, following the introduction of the [[ER PPC]] in 2751.<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6763/tomahawk-thk-63b2 MUL page notes for the 63b2 model of''Tomhawk'']''</ref> |
− | *; | + | *; THK-63CS : A [[ComStar]] variant of the ''Tomahawk'' THK-63, the standard [[large laser]]s and [[small laser]] are replaced by [[ER large laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]]. However, the additional strain placed on the heat dissipation system has led to the return of pilot complaints regarding heat management.<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 288</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,204<ref name=MUL188-189/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 337</ref> |
− | *;''Tomahawk'' CX-11 : The ''Tomahawk'' CX-11 was a prototype produced by one of [[ComStar]]'s [[Acolyte]]s. The craft carries a pair of [[ER | + | *; ''Tomahawk'' C : The first [[Clan]] upgrade of the THK-63, the standard lasers are replaced by Clan versions of [[Extended Range Laser|ER laser]] technology, with the freed-up space used for a superior internal structure supporting additional armor and [[double heat sink]]s. This model suffers less from heat management problems than the THK-63CS.<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 289</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,648<ref name=MUL188-189/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 338</ref> |
+ | |||
+ | *; ''Tomahawk'' CH : The Clan's heavy laser variant of the ''Tomahawk'' C, this version is armed with two [[heavy large laser]]s mounted on the wings, and a [[heavy small laser]] mounted in the nose for point-defense purposes. Armor, internal structure, and heat sinks are carried over from the C variant.<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 290</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,589<ref name=MUL188-189/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 339</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | *; ''Tomahawk'' CX-11 : The ''Tomahawk'' CX-11 was a prototype produced by one of [[ComStar]]'s [[Acolyte]]s. The craft carries a pair of [[ER large laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]] in the nose. To mitigate heat concerns, the large lasers are equipped with [[Laser Insulator]] systems. Protection is provided by nine tons of [[reflective armor]].<ref name=XTRO:CSp13>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 13</ref> | ||
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
− | In German products the unit's proper name was altered to '''Francesca'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''FRC-63'''. Presumably this was done to prevent a mix-up with the BattleMech ''Hatchetman'', which was renamed in German products to ''Tomahawk''. | + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''Francesca'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''FRC-63'''. Presumably, this was done to prevent a mix-up with the BattleMech ''Hatchetman'', which was renamed in German products to ''Tomahawk''. |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
− | + | Tomahawk_TRO2750.png|Original THK-63 ''Tomahawk'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' | |
− | + | Tomahawk ASF TRO3050U.png|Upgraded ''Tomahawk'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' | |
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
− | *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' | + | {{div col|colwidth=25em}} |
− | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' |
− | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
− | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' |
− | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
− | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
− | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
− | *''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' |
− | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' |
− | *''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' |
+ | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' | ||
+ | * ''[[Technical Readout: Golden Century]]'' | ||
+ | {{div col end}} | ||
[[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] | [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] |
Latest revision as of 08:47, 25 January 2024
- This article is about the aerospace dogfighter. For other uses, see Tomahawk.
Tomahawk | |
Production information | |
Manufacturer | Wangker Aerospace |
Production Year | 2680[1] |
Model | THK-63 |
Class | Light aerospace fighter |
Tech Base | Star League |
Cost | 2,523,132 C-bills[2] |
Technical specifications | |
Mass | 45 tons |
Structural Integrity | |
Frame | Shipil 35-B |
Power Plant | PlasmaStar 270 fusion engine |
Armor | Fiber 10 Ferro-Aluminum |
Fuel | |
Armament |
|
Communications System | Telestar Fortran |
Tracking & Targeting System | IMB 5000 |
Heat Sinks | 12 double heat sinks |
BV (1.0) | 1,021[2][3] |
BV (2.0) | 1,038[4][5][6] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Tomahawk was designed as a dogfighter, with a good combination of maneuverability and armament. With six Gs of thrust, five tons of fuel, and weapons that lack ammunition stores, the Tomahawk excels in patrol and escort duties, while 10 tons of ferro-aluminum armor provides protection superior to other designs of its weight class. Early models suffered from a poor heat dissipation system, a fault that would be largely rectified with the release of the THK-63 model in 2680, with most earlier models similarly upgraded.[4][7]
The Tomahawk would remain in service with the Star League Defense Force for over a hundred years as a key part of its aerospace forces. However, the destruction caused by the Amaris Civil War and the resulting exodus of the SLDF would see the loss of a significant number of Tomahawks, with many more destroyed in the Succession Wars that followed. ComStar was able to maintain a secret stock of Tomahawk fighters, a few of which were donated to the DCMS and FWLM, while the Clans maintained some for their second-line units. The rest of the few surviving Tomahawk fighters could be found in private collections and museums, however the Clan Invasion prompted ComStar to restart production of the Tomahawk with the activation of the Wangker factory on Mars and began upgrading them to advanced models. Some of these eventually fell into the hands of the Word of Blake.[4]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
With an armament consisting entirely of laser weaponry, the Tomahawk is a capable air-to-ground combatant as well as a dogfighter. Two Maxell SR large lasers give the Tomahawk good firepower, while the single Exostar small laser was largely added because the designers feared pilots would balk at a craft without a nose armament.[4][7]
Variants[edit]
- THK-33
- A prototype first released in 2642, this early model featured only 10 single heat sinks and used standard armor. BV (2.0) = 1,069[8]
- THK-43
- The original model, the THK-43 had twelve single heat sinks and less armor, though it was upgraded to ferro-aluminum.[9] BV (2.0) = 1,038[5][10]
- THK-53
- The THK-53 Tomahawk was the initial attempt to control the unusual heat difficulties. This variant replaces each wing-mounted large laser with a trio of medium lasers and two additional single heat sinks while the nose-mounted small laser is replaced with additional armor.[11] BV (1.0)= 1,078,[12] BV (2.0) = 1,105[5][13]
- THK-63-EC
- A relatively simple update swapped out the large lasers for improved large lasers and added two extra double heat sinks, thanks to the lighter weapons. (Note: EC is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)[14] BV (2.0) = 1,038[15]
- THK-63b
- The THK-63b Tomahawk, deployed exclusively among SLDF Royal commands, replaces the PlasmaStar 270 with an XL engine, using the extra tonnage to upgrade the small laser to a PPC and adding a half-ton of armor to the wings and rear. BV (2.0) = 1,481[16]
- THK-63CS
- A ComStar variant of the Tomahawk THK-63, the standard large lasers and small laser are replaced by ER large lasers and an ER small laser. However, the additional strain placed on the heat dissipation system has led to the return of pilot complaints regarding heat management.[18] BV (2.0) = 1,204[5][19]
- Tomahawk C
- The first Clan upgrade of the THK-63, the standard lasers are replaced by Clan versions of ER laser technology, with the freed-up space used for a superior internal structure supporting additional armor and double heat sinks. This model suffers less from heat management problems than the THK-63CS.[20] BV (2.0) = 1,648[5][21]
- Tomahawk CH
- The Clan's heavy laser variant of the Tomahawk C, this version is armed with two heavy large lasers mounted on the wings, and a heavy small laser mounted in the nose for point-defense purposes. Armor, internal structure, and heat sinks are carried over from the C variant.[22] BV (2.0) = 1,589[5][23]
- Tomahawk CX-11
- The Tomahawk CX-11 was a prototype produced by one of ComStar's Acolytes. The craft carries a pair of ER large lasers and an ER small laser in the nose. To mitigate heat concerns, the large lasers are equipped with Laser Insulator systems. Protection is provided by nine tons of reflective armor.[24]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Tomahawk CX-11 variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[24]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to Francesca. The model code was accordingly changed to FRC-63. Presumably, this was done to prevent a mix-up with the BattleMech Hatchetman, which was renamed in German products to Tomahawk.
Gallery[edit]
Original THK-63 Tomahawk from TRO:2750
Upgraded Tomahawk from TRO:3050 Upgrade
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Tomahawk (Aerospace Fighter class)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Combat Operations, p. 107
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 76
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 234–235: "Tomahawk Fighter Profile"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 Master Unit List: Battle Values, pp. 188–189
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 336
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Technical Readout: 2750, pp. 68–69: "Tomahawk Fighter Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 333
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 285
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 334
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 286
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 77
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 335
- ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 62
- ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 135
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 39
- ↑ MUL page notes for the 63b2 model ofTomhawk
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 288
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 337
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 289
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 338
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 290
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 339
- ↑ 24.0 24.1 Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar, p. 13
Bibliography[edit]
- AeroTech 2 Record Sheets
- Combat Operations
- Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)
- Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War
- Technical Readout: 2750
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3057
- Technical Readout: Golden Century