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I really like the idea of a small troop insertion ship, and you've done a
great job seeing the concept through.
I think what I like most is the constantly shift plane of angles on this
little beauty....a difficult job on smaller ships for sure. Just came
together nicely.
Cheers,
-G
In lugnet.announce.moc, Jonathan Mizner writes:
> Vehicle:
> atmospheric
> Designation:
> Tranclast Type C
> Photo Archive:
> http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=22307
> Information:
> The Tranclast is a widely produced light troop transport, seen throughout
> the galaxy in use by pirates, criminals, mercenaries, and militias. The
> Tranclast is currently produced by several different companies in different
> parts of the galaxy, and in fact the name "Tranclast" is commonly used to
> refer to a number of vehicles based on the original design by Yotran Nosis
> Armor. While it has many variations, the one pictured above is the Tranclast
> Type C, possibly the most common variant. The Mercenary Strike Force owns
> hundreds of Type C's, used primarily for assault missions, but also for
> other purposes. Due to the nature of combat operations for the MSF, the
> common (or not so common, in the MSF's case) soldier needs some form of
> long-distance transport into battle, because the "front" can be almost
> anywhere on a given planet. This problem was solved by blending the line
> between mechanized infantry and aerial support. A typical Tranclast
> infantry squad consists of three Type Cs carrying two soldiers each, and a
> fourth Type A for fire support and suppression. The worth of the Tranclast
> in such a role is it's ability to supplement it's troops directly in combat,
> and act as an armored extension of them. Typically, a Tranclast squad, upon
> assaulting an enemy position, will make one or more passes to achieve
> maximum psychological impact before landing at close range and acting as
> cover and fire support for it's troops. Meanwhile the squad's Type A will
> circle the fighting a few dozen meters off the ground, neutralizing most
> cover, and providing heavy weaponry against reinforced targets. Three
> squads make up a platoon, although when in combat with a larger force, a
> platoon may include four or even five squads commanded by a senior officer
> on a Type O. However, most of the operations the MSF undertakes do not
> require more than one platoon of Tranclasts.
> A typical Type C is equipped with a light pulse cannon, and can achieve
> maximum speeds in excess of 500 nmph. It's flight ceiling is generally
> limited by the temperature and air pressure, as neither the cockpit or the
> cargo area are pressurized. Semi-frequent maintenance is required to keep
> them flying, or else they risk breaking down mid-flight, thus meaning that
> only those with sufficient resources tend to own Tranclasts.
> Type A-Attack. The Type A is a more armed variant of the C, and has
> replaced it's cargo area with a heavy laser rifle mount, and room for a
> gunner. A missile pod on each engine and four light cannons give it heavier
> forward-facing firepower, and a mission-variable payload (12 missiles).
> Type B-Bomber. One of the rarest variants, the Type B is only produced by
> a single corporation, and with only limited success. The Type B's cargo
> space has been removed, and in it's place is are two bomb racks and chutes,
> with a maximum load of twenty-two HE or cluster bombs. It also includes the
> missile rack off of the Type A.
> Type M-Medical. A slightly larger and more enclosed cargo space allows
> the Medical to transport two stretchers or several less wounded persons.
> Type O-Command. While not in production, the Type O is essentially a
> converted Type M, with the capability to act as a battlefield command unit.
> Unfortunately, the lack of space tends to put the Type O at a disadvantage
> compared to other vehicles, and thus it has never entered production.
> Type S-Sea. A rare variant used primarily by civilian groups for marine
> purposes. Capable of floating and can achieve a maximum depth of 100 meters.
>
>
>
>
> I apologize for the poor photos, I finished it late at night, but Tim
> Deering wanted me to photograph it too...so I did, at 4 AM. I may take
> better photos at a later date. Please LMKWYT!
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