NationStates Jolt Archive


Modern tech-Future Tech conversions

Lunatic Retard Robots
04-01-2004, 02:15
It seems as though it would be very easy to convert the tired and trusted modern technology vehicles in use by most nations into future technology. Vehicles would be much easier to repair due to their more workable systems. Not to mention, modern technology nations wishing to convert to future technology could use their existing vehicles, with the additon of several equipment kits.

(OCC: Not to mention, few things can destroy my fondness of russian trucks. :D )

So, LRR is planning to upgrade the modern technology vehicles to future tech status:

http://www.tanksforsale.co.uk/uaz%20469/Uaz469-largeweb-pic1.gif

The UAZ-469 jeep will be used by LRR as a general purpose vehicle for planetary operations. A fuel cell will be added, as well as a sealed and pressurized cabin. Ion thrusters may be added in place of the wheels.


http://www.tanksforsale.co.uk/M53/M53-forsalelargeweb13.gif

The M-59 AA truck will be used by LRR as an infantry support vehicle. A sealed and pressurized cabin will be added, as well as fuel cell propulsion and new armor. The 30mm cannons will be replaced with twin SBSW-3 support weapons.

http://www.tanksforsale.co.uk/T813/Tatra813-Kolos-beige6largew.gif

The Tatra-813 Kolos will be used by LRR as a general purpose transport vehicle. It may be given ion thrusters, and its powerplant will be replaced with a fuel cell. It will probably be used to recover downed hover vehicles.