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| − | | image = [[Image:Hammerhead. | + | | image = [[Image:Hammerhead ASF TRO3050U.png|191px]] |
| − | | name = Hammerhead | + | | name = ''Hammerhead'' |
| manufacturer = [[Boeing Interstellar]]<ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 242-243, "Hammerhead Fighter Profile"</ref> | | manufacturer = [[Boeing Interstellar]]<ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 242-243, "Hammerhead Fighter Profile"</ref> | ||
| model = HMR-HD | | model = HMR-HD | ||
| − | | Class = Heavy | + | | Class = Heavy aerospace fighter |
| Tech Base = Star League | | Tech Base = Star League | ||
| − | | Cost = 4,443,656<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref> | + | | Cost = 4,443,656 [[C-bill]]s<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref> |
| production year=2571 | | production year=2571 | ||
| year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1374/hammerhead-hmr-hd MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1374/hammerhead-hmr-hd MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| mass = 75 tons | | mass = 75 tons | ||
| − | | frame = Lockhead BR65 | + | | frame = [[Lockhead BR65]] |
| − | | power plant = [[Pitban C375]] [[ | + | | power plant = [[Pitban C375]] [[fusion engine]] |
| − | | armament = | + | | armor = [[Boeing C-tran Ferro-Aluminum]] |
| + | | armament = 1x [[AC/20]] | ||
| communications system = [[Lassitor FibroLink]] | | communications system = [[Lassitor FibroLink]] | ||
| tracking & targeting system = [[BANDAR 9]] | | tracking & targeting system = [[BANDAR 9]] | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 10 | + | | heat sinks = 10 [[single heat sink]]s |
| BV (1.0) = 992<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 130</ref> | | BV (1.0) = 992<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 130</ref> | ||
| BV (2.0) = 1,046<ref name=TRO3050U/><br>1,028<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 352</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 1,046<ref name=TRO3050U/><br>1,028<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 352</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Hammerhead''''' was first deployed by the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2407]] during the [[Age of War]] as a ground-based defensive craft for protecting planets and patrolling [[ | + | The '''''Hammerhead''''' was first deployed by the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2407]] during the [[Age of War]] as a ground-based defensive craft for protecting planets and patrolling [[jump point]]s.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 76-77</ref> Over the next three centuries the ''Hammerhead'' would receive periodic refits to remain in service to the [[Star League Defense Force]]. Chief among these was the replacement of its older armor for [[ferro-aluminum]] in the [[twenty-sixth century]], which greatly increased the craft's survivability, though like other retrofits the armor is ungainly in some areas and weak in others. This superior protection, combined with excellent acceleration capabilities for such a heavy craft, allowed the ''Hammerhead'' to penetrate defenses quickly and safely in order to wreak havoc, especially against enemy [[DropShip]]s. Five tons of fuel also gave the fighter acceptable flight speeds and endurance.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750/> |
| − | The only '' | + | The only ''Hammerhead''s to survive the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] were those kept in the secret stockpiles maintained by [[ComStar]].<ref name=TRO3050U/> While the [[Federated Commonwealth]] tested prototypes based off plans from the recovered [[Helm Memory Core]] in the 3040s at the [[Hudson Gulf Aerospace Center]] on [[New Avalon]]<ref name=LD-201>''Lost Destiny'', p. 201 "Chapter Twenty-Six"</ref>, it would take the public unveiling of the [[Com Guards]] to see the design proliferate in the [[Clan Invasion era]], especially among the [[Word of Blake]] and their allies, with new variants being fielded by both forces.<ref name=TRO3050U/> |
| − | == | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== |
| − | The ''Hammerhead'''s singular armament is both a source of fear and criticism for the craft. | + | The ''Hammerhead''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s singular armament is both a source of fear and criticism for the craft. Its [[Imperator Zeta-20]] [[AC/20]] allows it to kill other light and medium fighters quickly, while presenting a significant threat to [[DropShip]] captains. However, due to space constrictions the fighter can only carry three tons of ammo for its gun, and it lacks any secondary armament. For this reason, ''Hammerhead''s rarely stay in a fight for long, and are often paired with energy weapon-equipped fighters.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO2750/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * HMR- | + | *; HMR-HA : The original ''Hammerhead'' was built using primitive equipment. It carried two only [[large laser]]s in the nose and was protected by 16 tons of [[primitive armor]], and housed its pilot in a [[primitive cockpit]]. Its 33 ton engine could propel it at three Gs.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p13>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 13, "HMR-HA Hammerhead"</ref> BV (2.0) = 899<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 32</ref> |
| − | * HMR- | + | *; HMR-HC : Introduced 70 years after the original version, this ''Hammerhead'' traded the primitive components for [[standard armor]] and a [[fusion engine]]. This gave it more protection and slightly higher top speed (three and a half Gs).<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,050<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 33</ref> |
| − | * HMR- | + | *; HMR-HDb : Designed for the exclusive use of '''[[SLDF Royal units|SLDF Royal]]''' commands, the HMR-HDb ''Hammerhead'' partially compensates for the problem of ammunition dependence by replacing the autocannon with an [[M-7]] [[Gauss rifle]] and an additional two tons of ammo. BV (2.0) = 1,339<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 42</ref> |
| − | * HMR-HG | + | *; HMR-HE : A variant popular with [[Com Guard]] aerospace pilots, the HMR-HE replaces the autocannon with two [[Magna Hellstar]] [[PPC]]s. An additional heat sink is added, and all 11 are upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s, along with two additional tons of fuel. BV (2.0) = 1,254<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 353</ref> |
| + | |||
| + | *; HMR-HF : In use by [[Word of Blake]] squadrons, the HMR-HF replaces its standard weapon with an [[LB 10-X autocannon]] along with two tons of ammo. Secondary weaponry is also included with a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s, one per wing. BV (2.0) = 1,162<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 354</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | *; HMR-HG : This rumored variant of the ''Hammerhead'', supposedly ambushing [[DropShip]]s within the [[Marik Commonwealth]], is armed with a [[UAC/20]], though it is thought to carry only a single ton of ammo. BV (2.0) = 1,235<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 355</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The HMR-HA ''Hammerhead'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:PV4p13/> | ||
| + | * [[Atmospheric Flyer]] | ||
| + | * [[Obsolete|Obsolete (2475)]] | ||
| + | * [[Poor Life Support]] | ||
| + | * [[Weak Undercarriage]] | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Hammerhai'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''HMR-HI'''. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Hammerhead_TRO2750.png|Original HMR-HD ''Hammerhead'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' | ||
| + | Hammerhead ASF TRO3050U.png|''Hammerhead'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' | + | * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' |
| − | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' | + | * ''[[Lost Destiny]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' |
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' | ||
| + | |||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] |
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Heavy Aerospace Fighter classes]] |
| − | [[Category:SLDF Royal | + | [[Category:SLDF Royal Aerospace Fighter classes]] |
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:German renamed units]] |
Revision as of 19:35, 8 February 2024
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| Hammerhead | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Interstellar[1] |
| Production Year | 2571[2] |
| Model | HMR-HD |
| Class | Heavy aerospace fighter |
| Tech Base | Star League |
| Cost | 4,443,656 C-bills[3] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 75 tons |
| Structural Integrity | |
| Frame | Lockhead BR65 |
| Power Plant | Pitban C375 fusion engine |
| Armor | Boeing C-tran Ferro-Aluminum |
| Fuel | |
| Armament |
1x AC/20 |
| Communications System | Lassitor FibroLink |
| Tracking & Targeting System | BANDAR 9 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 992[4][5] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,046[1] 1,028[6] |
Contents
Description
The Hammerhead was first deployed by the Terran Hegemony in 2407 during the Age of War as a ground-based defensive craft for protecting planets and patrolling jump points.[7] Over the next three centuries the Hammerhead would receive periodic refits to remain in service to the Star League Defense Force. Chief among these was the replacement of its older armor for ferro-aluminum in the twenty-sixth century, which greatly increased the craft's survivability, though like other retrofits the armor is ungainly in some areas and weak in others. This superior protection, combined with excellent acceleration capabilities for such a heavy craft, allowed the Hammerhead to penetrate defenses quickly and safely in order to wreak havoc, especially against enemy DropShips. Five tons of fuel also gave the fighter acceptable flight speeds and endurance.[1][7]
The only Hammerheads to survive the Succession Wars were those kept in the secret stockpiles maintained by ComStar.[1] While the Federated Commonwealth tested prototypes based off plans from the recovered Helm Memory Core in the 3040s at the Hudson Gulf Aerospace Center on New Avalon[8], it would take the public unveiling of the Com Guards to see the design proliferate in the Clan Invasion era, especially among the Word of Blake and their allies, with new variants being fielded by both forces.[1]
Weapons and Equipment
The Hammerhead's singular armament is both a source of fear and criticism for the craft. Its Imperator Zeta-20 AC/20 allows it to kill other light and medium fighters quickly, while presenting a significant threat to DropShip captains. However, due to space constrictions the fighter can only carry three tons of ammo for its gun, and it lacks any secondary armament. For this reason, Hammerheads rarely stay in a fight for long, and are often paired with energy weapon-equipped fighters.[1][7]
Variants
- HMR-HA
- The original Hammerhead was built using primitive equipment. It carried two only large lasers in the nose and was protected by 16 tons of primitive armor, and housed its pilot in a primitive cockpit. Its 33 ton engine could propel it at three Gs.[9] BV (2.0) = 899[10]
- HMR-HC
- Introduced 70 years after the original version, this Hammerhead traded the primitive components for standard armor and a fusion engine. This gave it more protection and slightly higher top speed (three and a half Gs).[11] BV (2.0) = 1,050[12]
- HMR-HDb
- Designed for the exclusive use of SLDF Royal commands, the HMR-HDb Hammerhead partially compensates for the problem of ammunition dependence by replacing the autocannon with an M-7 Gauss rifle and an additional two tons of ammo. BV (2.0) = 1,339[13]
- HMR-HE
- A variant popular with Com Guard aerospace pilots, the HMR-HE replaces the autocannon with two Magna Hellstar PPCs. An additional heat sink is added, and all 11 are upgraded to double heat sinks, along with two additional tons of fuel. BV (2.0) = 1,254[14]
- HMR-HF
- In use by Word of Blake squadrons, the HMR-HF replaces its standard weapon with an LB 10-X autocannon along with two tons of ammo. Secondary weaponry is also included with a pair of ER medium lasers, one per wing. BV (2.0) = 1,162[15]
- HMR-HG
- This rumored variant of the Hammerhead, supposedly ambushing DropShips within the Marik Commonwealth, is armed with a UAC/20, though it is thought to carry only a single ton of ammo. BV (2.0) = 1,235[16]
Design Quirks
The HMR-HA Hammerhead is subject to the following Design Quirks:[9]
Notes
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Hammerhai. The model code was accordingly changed to HMR-HI.
Gallery
Original HMR-HD Hammerhead from TRO:2750
Hammerhead from TRO:3050 Upgrade
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 242-243, "Hammerhead Fighter Profile"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Hammerhead (Aerospace Fighter class)
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 107
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 107
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 130
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 352
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Technical Readout: 2750, pp. 76-77
- ↑ Lost Destiny, p. 201 "Chapter Twenty-Six"
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4, p. 13, "HMR-HA Hammerhead"
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4, p. 32
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4, p. 13
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4, p. 33
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 42
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 353
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 354
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 355