Kotterdam
07-10-2003, 19:16
My product list is getting long enough to justify independant threads for the ground, air, and naval storefronts. All products are for sale at the listed price. No advertising other products in this thread, or telling me how they are better. If you have a request for something you don't see here, telegram me the requirements, and I will design it for you. If you would do your own math, it would be greatly appreciated.
PISTOLS
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Walther/Viking Firearms P99/10
Manufactured under licence by Viking Firearms in Kotterdam, the Walther P99/10 is a distant relation of James Bond's weapon of choice. In response to a requirement by the DKA, the standard Walther P99 was increased in calibre from 9mm Parabellum to 10mm Automatic. Otherwise, the operation and mechanism of this fine weapon is unchanged. Rather, the other changes to the weapon are mostly cosmetic.
Like the standard model, the P99/10 is a recoil-operated, double action, locked breech gun, making use of a modified Browning-style locking system as well as incorporating a recoil compensator in the backstrap. Extremely reliable and accurate, the P99/10 makes use of a polymer frame to reduce weight, and an adjustable backstrap to allow it to become a more comfortable fit in the shooter's hand. As well, the weapon has three automatic safeties: A striker safety, a trigger safety, and an out of battery safety that sees to it that should the weapon's hammer accidentally fall, the firing pin will not be alligned with it, and thus the pistol will not fire.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
10mm Auto
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 184mm (7.24in)
Weight: 810g (28.57oz)
Barrel: 106mm (4.17in)
Rifling: 6 grooves, rh
Magazine Capacity: 16 rounds
MARKINGS
"Walther Banner;P99/10; Made in Kotterdam" on left side of slide. Serial number on right side of frame. "Walther Banner" on either side of grip
SAFETY
A decocking lever can be found on the left hand side of the slide. Depressing this allows the hammer to fall safely. All other safety devices are automatic.
UNLOADING
Magazine catch on either side of the butt behind trigger. Remove magazine; Pull back slide to eject any round in the chamber; Inspect chamber through ejection port. Release slide, pull trigger.
COST
$715.00
LONGARMS
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Viking Firearms/Fabrique National K1A1 FAL
The FN-FAL is probably the most widely-used rifle in history, adopted by over 90 countries. Many of these have demanded their own minor modifications; Many countries have manufactured under licence and, again, have incorporated their own modifications. Kotterdam is one such country.
After a great deal of consulting with Kotterdam's largest domestic manufacturer, Viking Firearms, Fabrique National has cooperated with the aforementioned company to come out with the K1A1, a new version of FN-FAL.
Among other things, this upgraded weapons includes all synthetic furniture with picatinny rails on top of the reciever and beneath the barrel for such attachments as optical sights or grenade launchers. As well, a three round burst trigger group has been added, as well as the recently introduced 30-round high capacity magazine. A heavy barrel is also used to improve accuracy, although thanks to the extensive use of synthetics and advanced materials, there is a net decrease in overall weight.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
7.62 x 51mm NATO
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 1090mm (42.9in)
Weight: 3.35kg (7lb 6oz)
Barrel: 533mm (21.0in)
Rifling: 4 grooves, rh
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Rate of Fire: 650 rds/min
MARKINGS
"FABRIQUE NATIONALE/VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of the reciever.
SAFETY
A grip safety as well as a manual safety catch and fire selector lever mirrored on either side of the reciever over the trigger. UP (S) position is safe, down one notch (1) is single shots, down two notches (3) is three-round bursts, and all the way DOWN (A) is full automatic fire.
UNLOADING
Magazine catch at rear of magazine housing. Remove magazine. Pull back cocking handle to eject any round remaining in the chamber. Examine chamber and feedway through the ejection slot. Release cocking handle, press trigger.
COST
$ 620.00
Viking Firearms Mark-II Cobra
Using the roller-delayed blowback breech system favoured by Heckler & Koch, this odd firearm is perhaps unique in being a 7.62 x 51mm NATO carbine in a bullpup format. Rather than standard iron sights, the Cobra uses an integral 3x optical sight mounted in the carrying handle, although this can be removed if damaged, or just on the firer’s preference and replaced with nearly any other scope. If neccesary, there are even flip-up iron sights for use in emergencies.
With a nod to its intended use in special operations, there is a proprietary suppressor available for the Cobra from Viking Firearms. Although not a true silencer in that it doesn’t slow the round fired to subsonic speeds, the suppressor does indeed muffle the muzzle blast. While this makes it quite difficult to locate the firer by the sound of his weapon alone, the supersonic cracks the bullets make as they streak through the air will make it quite obvious that someone is shooting. Using so-called “cold-loaded” subsonic ammunition eliminates these supersonic cracks and, while reducing the damage done by the rifle, makes it quite silent.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
7.62 x 51mm NATO
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 782mm (30.78in)
Weight: 3.55kg (7lb 13oz)
Barrel: 533mm (21.0in)
Rifling: 4 grooves, rh
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Rate of Fire: 550 rds/min
MARKINGS
"VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of magazine housing beneath a stylized Viking Longboat.
SAFETY
A combined safety catch and fire selector switch on both sides of the carbine above and behind the trigger. Rear (S) position is safe, forward one notch (1) is single shots, forward two notches (3) is three-round bursts, and fully forward (A) is full automatic fire.
UNLOADING
Magazine catch at rear of magazine housing. Remove magazine. Pull back cocking handle to eject any round remaining in the chamber. Examine chamber and feedway through the ejection slot. Release cocking handle, press trigger.
COST
$810.00
Viking Firearms K7A1 Assault Shotgun
A weapon similar in concept and operation to the USAS-12 assault shotgun, the K7A1 is designed to provide tremendous firepower in a close combat situation.
Operating from a unique dual-feed system using two ten-round removable box magazines. To switch from one magazine to another, the soldier using the weapon simply flips a switch. This allows the soldier to switch from one type of ammo to another in a flash.
Bullpup in format, the K7A1 maintains a decent barrel length while remaining small enough to be used in close quarters. It has found favour amongst Kotterdam's SWORD teams for its versitility and small size.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
12-Gauge Shotgun
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 570mm (42.9in)
Weight: 4.35kg (7lb 6oz)
Barrel: 525mm (21.0in)
Rifling: N/A
Magazine Capacity: 2 x 10 rounds
Rate of Fire: 250 rds/min
MARKINGS
"VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of the reciever beneath a stylized viking longboat.
SAFETY
A grip safety as well as a manual safety catch and fire selector lever mirrored on either side of the reciever over the trigger. UP (S) position is safe, down HALF WAY (1) is single shots, and all the way DOWN (A) is full automatic fire.
UNLOADING
Magazine catches on either side of magazine housings. Remove magazines. Pull back cocking handle to eject any round remaining in the chamber. Examine chamber and feedway through the ejection slot. Release cocking handle, press trigger.
COST
$ 540.00
FLAMETHROWERS
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Viking Firearms K9A1 "Incinerator" Flamethrower
The decision to return the flamethrower to the DKA's armouries came from the highest levels of the Dominion's leadership. Flamethrowers offer a whole new range of tactical options for a military force that had otherwise been missing.
A unique design feature is the provision for a dual feed system, with the main bottle attached directly to the hand unit, and an available backpack tank which attaches to the rear of the weapon. This allows the K9A1 a degree of versatility unavailable to earlier such weapons.
Thanks to the use of high-strength, heat-resistant synthetic materials, the main unit weighs about as much when loaded as some shotguns, allowing it to be carried as a secondary weapon. With the backpack unit, it allows for more extensive use, but even without the larger tank, it is especially useful.
Although the primary fuel is listed as thickened or unthickened kerosene, just about any flammable fuel can be used in place of the kerosene. Units in use with the DKA actually use a self-oxidizing fuel, rendering the K9A1 far more lethal.
A final design feature is the use of kevlar and high-strength ceramics to protect the fuel tanks. Although not invincible, it allows the flamethrower to take a serious beating, and makes it rather unlikely for anything less than a 7.62 x 51mm NATO round to detonate it.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
AMMUNITION
Thickened or Unthickened Kerosene
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 540mm (42.9in)
Weight: 4.5kg (7lb 6oz) without backpack unit, 26 lbs with armoured backpack
Tank Capacity: 5 short blasts w/o backpack, 15 short blasts w/backpack
Ignition: Electric
MARKINGS
"VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of the reciever beneath a stylized viking longboat.
SAFETY
A three-position selector switch on either side of the reciever. UP is off/safe, FORWARD is pump on/ignition off, and DOWN is pump on/ignition on
UNLOADING
Pump switch to OFF. Unscrew primary bottle, unscrew backpack hose, aim into safe container. Pump switch to on, hold down trigger. Weapon is now unloaded.
COST
$ 1,040.00
WHEELED VEHICLES
Vehicle MPV-1 Hunter Multi-Purpose Vehicle
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner)
Passengers
3 Cavalry Scouts
Length 4.88 m (16 ft)
Height 2.13 m (7 ft)
Width 2.13 m (7 ft)
Weight 3.72 Metric Tonnes
Speed 100 km/h (62.14 mph)
Range 560 km (347.97 mi)
Engine
1 x General Motors 8-cyl Water-cooled diesel
Armament
1 x Rafael ADA Remote Control Weapon Station (RCWS)
1 x Fabrique National BRG-15 15.5 x 115mm Heavy Machine Gun (On RCWS)
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1 x Saco Mk-19 40mm Grenade Machine Gun (On RCWS)
Ammunition
200 x 15.5 x 115mm Armour-Piercing Incindiary (API)
200 x 15.5 x 115mm Saboted Light Armour Penetrator (SLAP)
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48 x 40mm High Explosive Dual Purpose Grenades (HEDP)
2 x Standard Infantry Loads
Defensive Systems
Layered Kevlar/Titanium Alloy Armour
Bullet-Resistant Windows
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Kevlar-reinforced fuel tank
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Optics/Sensors
RCWS-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner
Full Telescopic Magnification on both RCWS-mounted Natural-Light and Infrared systems
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Set
Other Systems
Forward-Mounted Winch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch
Fording Snorkel (Seven-foot Fording Depth)
Unit Cost $150,000
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed to replace the HMMWV (Humvee) jeeps already in service, the MPV-1 Hunter was designed specifically to out-perform the Humvee in all particulars. In operations in Mogadishu, the HMMWV showed a critical weakness: The gunner of the pintle-mounted weapon was exposed to enemy fire, making him an irresistable target to incoming fire. The center rear seat controls the Remote Control Weapon Station, with an auxilliary station before the front passenger seat in the unlikely instance that the gunner is incapacitated. Above the center seat is the armoured egress hatch, through which the weapon station can be reloaded.
Each of the windows, and the windscreen can be lowered to allow the firing of infantry weapons. Alternately, they can be raised to offer protection against anything up to a 7.92mm Mauser M03/05 rifle round. The body panels will stop everything up to a Russian M30/38 12.7 x 108mm heavy machine gun round. It can ford rivers up to seven feet deep, and climb a 70% grade. It can drive on a sixty degree side slope, and maintains a sixteen-inch ground clearance when fully loaded. The engine will run on diesel, coloured diesel, DF-2, JP-4, JP-5, and JP-8 jet fuel, and VV-F-800 fuel out to a range of five hundred and sixty kilometers while carrying three cavalry scouts, and two full loads of ammunition for their weapons, as well as man-portable anti-tank guided missiles.
Heavily armed and well-armoured, the MPV-1 is a superb replacement for the HMMWV, and other similar such vehicles.
LIGHT ARMOURED VEHICLES
Vehicle LTA-1 Dieppe
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner, Commander)
Length 6.12 Meters
Weight 27.4 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 77 kph
Combat 55 kph
Swim 15 kph
Range 300 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors DRV-22 Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
2 x General Electric Water Jet Turbines (steerable)
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 105mm 2nd Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
1 x Saco Defense Industries Mk 19 Grenade Machine Gun
1 x Browning M2HB .50 BMG Machine Gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
2 x Four-Tube Thunderbolt IR/Laser-Guided ATGM Launchers
Ammunition
40 x 105mm ETC Rounds
800 x 7.62mm NATO
800 x .50 BMG
Defensive Systems
Layered Ceramic/Composite Alloy Armour with 3rd Gen ERA on turret.
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Charybdis MkI Laser/Infrared/Microwave Countermeasures Suite
Triphammer Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
12-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Unit Cost $5.4M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed with amphibious operations in mind, the LTA, or Light Tank: Amphibious-1 weighs just under half as much as the MBT-3A1 currently serving in the DKA. The purpose of the LTA-1 is to be carried aboard amphibious assault ships and launched to stiffen the back of an attack. Fully amphibious, the LTA-1 has several advantages over earlier amphibious tanks due to recent advances in armoured vehicle technology.
Weaponry:
The design of the LTA-1 was a trade-off right from the start. The amphibious capability came at the cost of firepower, amongst other things, although it retains a rather admirable punch. Its primary weapons system consists of a fully-stabilized 105mm 1st Gen ETC cannon. Taking lessons from the 1st Gen weapon on the MBT-3A1, the LTA-1's main gun maintains a kill-range of almost five kilometers, with an accurate range of seven kilometers. Capable of firing HEAT, AP Canister, HE-FRAG, APFSDS-T, and the 105mm ETC version of the RAKE-T, as well as the newly designed Smart Top Attack Kinetic Energy, or STAKE round.
For anti-personel and anti-materiel applications, the LTA-1 carries an M2HB .50 calibre machine gun mounted coaxially with the main gun, as well as a Mk. 19 Grenade Machine Gun from Saco Industries as the commander's weapon mounted in an armoured cupola to grant him a measure of protection while firing it. As well, two four-tube Thunderbolt missile pods are mounted, one on either side of the turret to grant further anti-armour firepower above and beyond that already supplied by the main gun.
Unlike earlier tanks from the KMC, the LTA-1 does not include a loader in the crew. The autoloader involved, however, is an extremely reliable and efficient piece of machinery. Malfunctions are exceedingly rare, and any damage to the tank sufficient to disable the autoloader has likely disabled the main gun, if not killed the gunner as well.
Defensive Measures:
The LTA-1 mounts a quantity of layered ceramic/composite armour sufficient to defeat up to a 105mm cannon within its kill range. Tests against a 120mm Smoothbore were promising as well, though not sufficiently so for designers to rate the armour as proof against such rounds, although the tank does have a greater than 80% chance of surviving a single 120mm shot, although that probability drops to 50% on the second impact. Strangely, the turret actually stands a greater chance of surviving such an impact, thanks to its sharply angled armour and the generous amount of 3rd Gen ER armour mounted. As well, the top surface of the broad, flat turret mounts abnormally thick armour, making it especially tough to breach with top-down attacks. This resulted in a slight increase in weight, but it was considered a reasonable trade off.
Defensive equipment on the LTA-1, however, is not limited to high-tech armours. The new Triphammer Active Intercept system provides the LTA-1 with protection against anti-tank rockets by firing small explosive charges directly into the path of the incoming missile in the hopes of destroying it. The Triphammer has proven especially effective in tests, however unlike the ARENA system which inspired the Triphammer, it cannot engage infantry targets.
A full suite of laser, microwave, and IR threat receptors and countermeasures are employed to defend the LTA-1. Also, the forward-mounted diesel engine provides a measure of protection for the crew in the case of a penetrating hit, as well as being well-insulated against heat, and exceptionally well-muffled to decrease engine noise. Also, the composition of the aerosol "Smoke" grenades has been changed so that the cloud not only blocks line of sight visually, but it obscures infrared devices. While the enemy will certainly know that there is a tank somewhere in that cloud of smoke, it lowers the probability of a hit when they are forced to fire blind. As always with KMC-designed vehicles, the LTA-1 is equipped with a fully NBC-rated life support system to protect its crew from environmental hazards.
Fire Control:
The fire control system on the LTA-1 is based broadly on the one currently employed on the MBT-3A1, allowing it to track, target, and engage multiple moving targets, even fast moving ones such as helicopters. This can be done in defilade, on the move, at rest, and even while swimming. The targeting computer is linked into a sophisticated analysis system with an adaptive database that will even suggest an aimpoint and round type based on the past observed performance of similar targets in combat situations. Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets.
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner/Commander)
Passengers
10 Fully Equipped Infantry
2 Crew Served Weapons
Length 7.62 Meters
Weight 17 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 72 kph
Combat 41 kph
Water 10 kph
Range 475 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors ARV-12 Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
2 x General Electric Water Jet Turbines (steerable)
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Heckler & Koch coaxially-mounted Grenade Machine Gun
2 x Single Tube TOW missile launchers (ejectable)
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
320 x 40mm Grenades
2 x Standard Infantry Loads
Defensive Systems
Layered Ceramic/Kevlar/Titanium Alloy Armour
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
10-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Separate Intercom Systems for Infantry and Vehicle crew with Infantry and Vehicle Commanders having access to both
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
4 x Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Sets
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Weapons Ports for Infantry
Forward-Mounted Winch
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Unit Cost $3.71M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed originally to meet a requirement put forth by Rimbauld, KMC's IFV-2 Normandy performed so well in tests that the design has since been adopted as the DKA's next-generation Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Built with a highly modular design, the Normandy is capable of being converted from its baseline design to a Mortar carrier, a gun carrier, a command-post vehicle, an ambulance, as well as a minesweeper, engineer support vehicle, ARV, and dry, wet, and General Purpose logistics vehicles through the replacement of its componants and its entirely modular turret.
Although all fire-controls for this capable vehicle have manual backups, the primary fire function is highly computerized to allow first-round first-hit capability against enemy vehicles, even on the move.
As well, the vehicle's design allows most componants to be serviced by the crew without ever leaving the vehicle. In addition, The LPI Counter-Battery Radar System on the artillery variant allows the IFV-2 to detect incoming artillery fire, identify the most likely position of the enemy battery, and return fire to silence your opponant's guns, all while the enemy's first volley is still in the air.
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Gun Carrier)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Loader)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x Rheinmetall 120 mm L55 smoothbore gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
36 x 120mm (Various)
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Mortar Carrier)
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner/Commander)
Passengers
10 Fully Equipped Infantry
2 Crew Served Weapons
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x 60mm Mortar
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
80 x 60mm Mortar Shells
2 x Standard Infantry Loads
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Anti-Air)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Radar Operator)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x General Electric M61A2 Vulcan Cannon
2 x Five-Tube Stinger SAM Launchers
Ammunition
2400 x 20mm Cannon
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Ericcson Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Air-Search Radar
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Minesweeper)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, MAD Operator)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Heckler & Koch coaxially-mounted Grenade Machine Gun
2 x Single Tube TOW missile launchers (ejectable)
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
320 x 40mm Grenades
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Magnetic Anomaly Detector (For Mine Detection)
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Aft-Mounted Winch
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Forward-Mounted Anti-Mine Flail Attachment
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (ARV)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Loader)
Passengers 0
Armament
None
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Weapons Ports for Infantry
Forward- and Aft-Mounted Winches
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Top-Mounted Crane
Forward- and Aft-Mounted Universal Towing Hitches
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Engineer Support)
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner/Commander)
Passengers 10 Engineers
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Heckler & Koch coaxially-mounted Grenade Machine Gun
2 x Single Tube TOW missile launchers (ejectable)
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
320 x 40mm Grenades
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Weapons Ports for Infantry
Aft-Mounted Winch
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Forward-Mounted Bulldozer Attachment
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Artillery)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Radar Operator)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 105 mm Howitzer
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm pintle-mounted machine gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
40 x 105mm Artillery Shells
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Ericcson Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Counter-Battery Radar System
MEDIUM TANKS
Vehicle MAFV-1 Borden
Crew 4 (Driver, Gunner, Commander, Loader)
Length 6.45 Meters
Width 2.72 Meters
Height 2.13 Meters
Weight 30 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 78 kph
Combat 57 kph
Range 300 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors DRV-9a Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 130mm 1st Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
1 x Saco Defense Industries Mk 19 Grenade Machine Gun
1 x Fabrique National M240G 7.62 x 51mm Machine Gun
1 x Hughes EX34 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
2 x Four-Tube Thunderbolt IR/Laser-Guided ATGM Launchers
Ammunition
12 x ATG-1 Mjolnir ATGMs
30 x 130mm ETC Rounds
1,000 x 7.62mm NATO
800 x .50 BMG
Defensive Systems
Layered Ceramic/Composite Alloy Armour with 3rd Gen ERA on forward surfaces and on turret.
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Charybdis MkI Laser/Infrared/Microwave Countermeasures Suite
Triphammer Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
15-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Unit Cost $6.1M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
While the MBT-3A1 was designed for sheer firepower, the MAFV-1 has been designed from the ground up for portability. MAFV stands for Medium Armoured Fighting Vehicle. It is a tough, agile weapons platform capable of packing a punch while not being too heavy to deploy in a hurry. The MAFV-1 was designed to meet the following requirements: Its dimensions and weight must be such that one can be transported aboard a C-130, two aboard an LCAC or a C-17, and four aboard a C-5 Galaxy. The last mobility requirement can indeed be reached, but requires that the vehicles be loaded on pallets, as they are just barely narrow enough to fit two abreast.
Weaponry:
Although designed to be less than half the weight and marginally smaller, the MAFV-1 doesn't skimp overly much on firepower relative to the MBT-3A1. In fact, it mounts the same 130mm ETC cannon, maintaining a kill-range of five kilometers, with an accurate range of seven kilometers. Like the weapon on the MBT-3A1, it is more than capable of firing HEAT, AP Canister, HE-FRAG, APFSDS-T, and the 130mm ETC version of the RAKE-T, as well as the newly designed Smart Top Attack Kinetic Energy, or STAKE round. On top of all that, it can fire the new ATG-1 Mjolnir anti-tank missile from the barrel.
For anti-materiel applications, the MAFV-1 carries a 25mm cannon by Hughes mounted coaxially to the main gun, as well as a Mk. 19 Grenade Machine Gun from Saco Industries as the commander's weapon mounted in an armoured cupola to grant him a measure of protection while firing it. The loader's weapon, a M240G machine gun by Fabrique National in the 7.62mm NATO, is designed to be quickly unshipped in case of the destruction of the tank to provide extra firepower for the crew.
Two four-tube Thunderbolt missile pods are mounted, one on either side of the turret to grant further anti-armour firepower above and beyond that already supplied by the main gun. In case of critical damage to the pods, or the expenditure of their rockets, both pods are entirely disposable, and may be ejected.
Defensive Measures:
The MAFV-1 mounts a quantity of layered ceramic/composite armour sufficient to defeat up to a 120mm cannon shot within its kill range even without the ERA mounted on the forward surfaces and the turret. No armour is impregnable, though, and a point blank HEAT or APFSDS-T shot still stands a good chance of killing the tank.
Rather than relying entirely on its potent armour, the MAFV-1 also mounts the new Triphammer Active Intercept System, and a full suite of laser, microwave, and IR threat receptors and countermeasures. Also, the forward-mounted diesel engine provides a measure of protection for the crew in the case of a penetrating hit, as well as being well-insulated against heat, and exceptionally well-muffled to decrease engine noise. The composition of the aerosol "Smoke" grenades has been changed so that the cloud not only blocks line of sight visually, but it obscures infrared devices. While the enemy will certainly know that there is a tank somewhere in that cloud of smoke, it lowers the probability of a hit when they are forced to fire blind. As always with KMC-designed vehicles, the MAFV-1 is equipped with a full NBC-rated life support system to protect its crew from environmental hazards.
Fire Control:
The fire control system on the MAFV-1 is based largely on the one currently employed on the MBT-3A1, allowing it to track, target, and engage multiple moving targets, even fast moving ones such as helicopters. This can be done in defilade, on the move, at rest, and even while swimming. The targeting computer is linked into a sophisticated analysis system with an adaptive database that will even suggest an aimpoint and round type based on the past observed performance of similar targets in combat situations. Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets.
MAIN BATTLE TANKS
Vehicle MBT-4 Thunderbolt
Crew 4 (Driver, Gunner, Commander, Loader)
Length 7.62 Meters
Weight 57.0 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 75 kph
Combat 48 kph
Range 500 miles
Engine
1 x Kotterdam Motor Corporation Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
Armament
1 x Laser Target Designator
1 x Viking Military Technologies 130mm 2nd Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
2 x Fabrique National M240G 7.62 x 51mm Medium Machine Guns
2 x Four-Tube Rafael SPIKE-ER ATGM Launchers
2 x Rafael SPIKE-ER Anti-Tank Guided Missile Rails
3 x Oerlikon Contraves KBA 25mm Automatic Cannons
Ammunition
20 x Mjolnir ATG-1 ATGM
45 x 130mm ETC Rounds
2,800 x 25mm Rounds
6,000 x 7.62mm NATO
Defensive Systems
Tarpon Composite Alloy Armour
Third Generation ERA on forward surfaces and turret
Argus Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors/Countermeasures Suite
Warhammer NVLS Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
200 SCFM CleanCooled Air NBC Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
30-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
4 x Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Sets
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Fording Snorkel (Can ford 7ft rivers)
Unit Cost $7.2M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed to replace the stop-gap MBT-3A2 Werewolf II tank, the MBT-4 Thunderbolt was orignally intended to come into service as the next generation high-mobility main battle tank. A number of the systems intended for the Thunderbolt, such as the lighter, more compact 2nd Gen ETC cannon were available for the Werewolf II, but other integral systems, such as the lightweight, high-strength Tarpon Composite Armour and the NVLS Active Countermeasure System, codenamed Warhammer, were not. This resulted in the design and fielding of the MBT-3A2 Werewolf II, a tank that has served far and away longer than it was intended to. Thus, with the completion of the missing systems, the Thunderbolt has finally come into service. Lighter than even the dramatically reduced Werewolf II by three tons, the new tank's capabilites far exceed the old design's.
Weaponry:
The armament of the Thunderbolt parallels the Werewolf II in most particulars except for the coaxial weapons. Where the <i>Werewolf II</i> utilizes a single Oerlikon Contraves KBA 25mm Cannon, the Thunderbolt mounts two, one on either side of the main weapon. Designed primarily to tear through lightly armoured targets like APCs, they perform an admirable job of shredding whatever falls under their barrels. As has become the standard practice with Dominion armoured vehicles, the MBT-4 mounts a Rafael ADA Overhead Weapon System-25R unit for the commander's position, providing some protection for his exposed head, but more than that, granting him superb firepower in the form of his own KBA 25mm cannon, a 7.62mm machine gun, and a pair of Rafael SPIKE-ER ATGMs. As well, a pair of Anti-Tank Guided Missile launchers are mounted, one on either side of the turret, capable of using any model of Rafael's SPIKE missile.
As well, the main gun is capable of firing the new ATG-1 Mjolnir Anti-Tank Guided Missile. Known as the "Kermit" by the test crews for the odd "frog-hop" it executes in its anti-tank mode to attack the weaker top armour, the ATG-1 was developed in an associated project to be used specifically by the second generation Werewolf, and has been incorporated into the third-generation Thunderbolt. Lethal out to its maximum range of 6.5 kilometers, the ATG-1 is a dual-mode weapon, capable of engaging low-flying air targets such as helicopters as well as other armoured vehicles. Equipped with a stand-off probe to defeat wire mesh and chain skirt defensive systems, the ATG-1 also employs a tandem charge with which to counter Explosive Reactive Armour.
Defensive Measures:
The Thunderbolt truly begins to depart from the standard set by the Werewolf II with defensive capabilities. Along with an upgraded series of threat recievers, and jammers, the Thunderbolt carries the newly-developed Warhammer NVLS Active Intercept System. NVLS stands for Near Vertical Launch. It is a system in which no fewer than sixty of the improved Mjolnir Active Intercept Charges are carried in twelve vertical tubes stacked five layers deep. As a threat projectile is detected, a charge is raised out of its tube, oriented towards the threat using high-speed servos, and launched.
This allows far quicker response times than earlier systems, and a capability that neither the Triphammer, nor the later Sledgehammer systems had: The ability to engage up to twelve threats from twelve separate approach vectors simultaneously, rendering platoons of Thunderbolt tanks nearly impervious to ATGM attack. In addition, unlike previous Triphammer systems, the Warhammer may be implemented in manual mode to engage infantry. In this application, the charge is raised, oriented towards the concentration of infantry, and detonated overhead, raining shrapnel on them from above, much like a larger version of the air-burst weapon in consideration for the OICW.
As well, the Thunderbolt is equipped with the new Tarpon composite armour. Tarpon's exact composition is highly classified, however it is known to provide exceptional protection against ballistic threats marginally superior to that of the Werewolf II at an even greater reduction in weight. Capable of absorbing hits from 125mm cannons and the majority of anti-tank missiles from even shorter ranges from before, it also is expected to provide marginal protection from directed energy weapons, although due to a lack of such weapons to test this with, how much protection is unknown. A close range shot with a HEAT or sabot round is still as serious a threat as always, however. A chain skirt protects the turret neck from attack from behind, while ERA blocks and increased armour thickness reduces the danger of attacks against the tank's top surfaces.
Fire Control:
Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets. Should the gunner become incapacitated, the commander may input a command to cause this analysis program to take over firing, with the commander designating targets, and the computer determining the best way in which to engage them.
Vehicle MBT-3A2 Werewolf II
Crew 4 (Driver, Gunner, Commander, Loader)
Length 7.62 Meters
Weight 60.0 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 75 kph
Combat 48 kph
Range 480 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors DRV-20 Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 130mm 2nd Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
1 x Laser Target Designator
1 x Rafael OWS-25R Overhead Weapon Station
1 x Rafael RCWS Remote Controled Weapon Station
2 x Oerlikon Contraves KBA 25mm Automatic Cannons (One coax, one on OWS-25R)
2 x Fabrique National M240G 7.62 x 51mm Medium Machine Guns (One on RCWS, one on OWS-25R)
2 x Four-Tube Rafael SPIKE-ER ATGM Launchers
2 x Rafael SPIKE-ER Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (On OWS-25R)
Ammunition
20 x Mjolnir ATG-1 ATGM
45 x 130mm ETC Rounds
1,250 x 7.62mm NATO
1,200 x 25mm Rounds
Defensive Systems
Second Generation Layered Ceramic/Composite Alloy Armour
Third Generation ERA on forward surfaces and turret
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Charybdis MkII Laser/Infrared/Microwave Countermeasures Suite
Sledgehammer Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
24-Canister Smoke Grenade System
6-Canister Smoke Grenade System on OWS-25
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
4 x Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Sets
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Fording Snorkel (Can ford 7ft rivers)
Unit Cost $7M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed as a follow-on to the widely successful MBT-3A1, the MBT-3A2 is intended to succeed the earlier vehicle as the primary Main Battle Tank of the DKA. Designed with mobility in mind, it incorporates so many changes to its structural members that a direct upgrade is impossible. Rather, a whole new tank must be purchased. Its mobility objectives have been achieved, however. At exactly sixty metric tonnes, it can be carried from ship to shore by a standard LCAC without it having to use its overload capacity.
Weaponry:
The high calibre Electro-Thermal-Chemical cannon included in the MBT-3A1 has been replaced with a more reliable ETC stabilized in two axes with an improved autoloader. Rather than a standard solid propelant, the ETC gun uses an energetic liquid propelant, granting it a striking power far and away in advance of other more conventional cannons. The ETC cannon guarantees a kill against a target equivalent to an United States M1A2 Abrams MBT at ranges of under six kilometers with a single shot. Tests also prove that the 2nd Gen ETC cannon is capable of striking targets at a maximum range of eight kilometers, although lethality begins to degrade beyond 6.5 km. Ammunition available to the 130mm ETC cannon includes HE-FRAG, AP Canister, HEAT, RAKE-AT, STAKE, and APFSDS (Armour Piercing Fin Stabilized Discarding Sabot) rounds. Maintaining a rate of fire of 15 RPM, the ETC gun is relatively slow firing, but packs a nasty punch.
As well, the main gun is capable of firing the new ATG-1 Mjolnir Anti-Tank Guided Missile. Known as the "Kermit" by the test crews for the odd "frog-hop" it executes in its anti-tank mode to attack the weaker top armour, the ATG-1 was developed in an associated project to be used specifically by the second generation Werewolf. Lethal out to its maximum range of 6.5 kilometers, the ATG-1 is a dual-mode weapon, capable of engaging low-flying air targets such as helicopters as well as other armoured vehicles. Equipped with a stand-off probe to defeat wire mesh and chain skirt defensive systems, the ATG-1 also employs a tandem charge with which to counter Explosive Reactive Armour.
On either side of the turret on the MBT-3A2 are mounted a pair of four-tube SPIKE-ER ATGM launchers. The four-tube launcher takes a definate hit in ammunition, but more than makes up for it with an eight-kilometer striking range and excellent targeting capabilities, as well as a tandem charge to improve its lethality.
As with the MBT-3A1, the MBT-3A2 uses a 25mm cannon as the coaxial weapon. The -3A2, however, uses the KBA manufactured by Oerlikon Contraves thanks to a deal struck with the Kotterdam Motor Company. A true advance, however, comes in the form of the commander's turret and that of the loader. The loader's weapon is the usual Fabrique National M240G MAG, but it is mounted in a Remote Controlled Weapon Station (http://www.rafael.co.il/web/rafnew/products/land-rcws.htm) manufactured by Rafael ADA. This allows the weapon to be fired by the loader without ever leaving the safety of the tank. If neccesary, it can still be unshipped and carried to give the crew additional firepower. As well, tank crews in the DKA carry the H&K MP-7 PDW in case they are required to dismount from their vehicle.
The commander's weapon is where the changes have really been made. As with the coaxial gun, the 25mm cannon has been exchanged for an Oerlikon KBA 25mm cannon. On the MBT-3A2, however, the 25mm cannon is not where it ends. The weapon is mounted in a OWS-25R (http://www.rafael.co.il/web/rafnew/products/brochures/OWS_25R.pdf), or Overhead Weapon Station, also manufactured by Rafael AMA. The OWS-25R employed by the commander includes the Oerlikon KBA, a modified version of the FN M240G also mounted in the loader's RCWS, and a pair of SPIKE-ER missiles. The OWS-25R can be operated both manually, and by remote. On the manual mode, the commander needs only stick his head out of the vehicle, leaving the rest of him protected by the hull armour. As well, the mount itself provides a degree of protection, leaving very little of even as small a target as the commander's head exposed
Defensive Measures:
Protection has been upgraded, with an advanced version of the layered ceramic/composite alloy armour employed in the construction. Stronger than chobham armour to begin with, this new armour, combined with the third gen ERA allows for survivability similar to the MBT-3A1 even at the greatly reduced weight, absorbing hits from 125mm cannons and the majority of anti-tank missiles. A close range shot with a HEAT or sabot round is still as serious a threat as always, however. A chain skirt protects the turret neck from attack from behind, while ERA blocks and increased armour thickness reduces the danger of attacks against the tank's top surfaces. As well, the tank's diesel engine is mounted forward of the crew compartment, increasing the likelyhood of crew survival in case of a penetrating hit from the front aspect.
The existing system of Microwave, Infrared, and Laser threat detectors was improved by the addition of improved all-aspect Microwave/IR/Laser jammers. As well, the composition of the aerosol "Smoke" grenades has been changed so that the cloud not only blocks line of sight visually, but it obscures infrared devices. While the enemy will certainly know that there is a tank somewhere in that cloud of smoke, it lowers the probability of a hit when they are forced to fire blind. As always with KMC-designed vehicles, the MBT-3A2 is equipped with a full NBC-rated life support system to protect its crew from environmental hazards.
The final protective system, however, is the most radical. Sledgehammer, an advanced version of the Triphammer Active Defense System incorporates improved target identification software, faster operation, and smaller, yet more effective charges. Essentially specialized 40mm grenades, they allow the tank to carry a larger number of charges. Like the Arena system, and the Triphammer system, Sledgehammer may be activated or deactivated by the commander, however unlike Triphammer, Sledgehammer not only functions in automatic mode, but manual as well, and may be used against infantry.
Fire Control:
The original fire control system on the MBT-3 and the -3A1 has been improved greatly to allow the tracking, targeting, and engagement of multiple moving targets, even fast moving ones such as helicopters while the MBT-3A2 is itself on the move. The targeting computer is linked into a sophisticated analysis system with an adaptive database that will even suggest an aimpoint and round type based on the past observed performance of similar targets in combat situations.
Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets. Should the gunner become incapacitated, the commander may input a command to cause this analysis program to take over firing, with the commander designating targets, and the computer determining the best way in which to engage them.
WEAPON SYSTEMS
Advanced Solid Propellent Weapon System
(ASP-WS)
Specifications
Primary Function Anti-Tank
Contractor Viking Military Technologies
Calibre 130mm
Calibre Length L55
Rifling N/A (Smoothbore)
Kill Range 4 km
Accurate Range 6 km
Penetration Capabilities at Kill Range 910mm (HEAT round versus Rolled Homogenized Armour)
Production Rights $66.4 Million
Notes
The Advanced Solid Propellent Weapon System, or ASP Gun was developed as an alternative for the ETC cannon currently used in Kotterite tanks. Although quite a great deal cheaper than the currently employed weapon system, it did not have quite the same pentration capability as the new ETC weapons. It involves a new 55-calibre length barrel, granting some improvement in muzzle velocity, and a chamber built from the same high-grade steel as the gun barrel to improve its pressure tolerances.
The ASP gun's effectiveness stems not from the gun alone, although that is a factor. Rather, most of the increased power of the weapon stems from the rounds fired. The propellent, to begin with, is designed to have a greater rate of surface burning progression, allowing for higher pressure gradients with which to propel the projectile. This translates into greater muzzle velocity and superior striking power.
As well, there is a new penetrator round included in the production rights. The Rocket-Assisted Kinetic Energy Anti-Tank round, or RAKE-AT involves a standard armour-piercing fin-stabilized discarding sabot (APFSDS) round into which a small solid-fuel rocket engine has been built. This engine is fused to fire on impact to drive the penetrator up to even higher speeds for greater armour penetration. Tests with this new type of amunition showed that it exhibited impressive capabilities even against tanks with Explosive Reactive Armour.
The ASP Weapon System is capable of firing HEAT, APFSDS-T, Canister, HE-FRAG, and RAKE-AT rounds without difficulty. It can even fire the new ATG-1 Mjolnir Anti-Tank Guided Missile from its barrel, just like the ETC weapon currently mounted on the MBT-3A1.
PISTOLS
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Walther/Viking Firearms P99/10
Manufactured under licence by Viking Firearms in Kotterdam, the Walther P99/10 is a distant relation of James Bond's weapon of choice. In response to a requirement by the DKA, the standard Walther P99 was increased in calibre from 9mm Parabellum to 10mm Automatic. Otherwise, the operation and mechanism of this fine weapon is unchanged. Rather, the other changes to the weapon are mostly cosmetic.
Like the standard model, the P99/10 is a recoil-operated, double action, locked breech gun, making use of a modified Browning-style locking system as well as incorporating a recoil compensator in the backstrap. Extremely reliable and accurate, the P99/10 makes use of a polymer frame to reduce weight, and an adjustable backstrap to allow it to become a more comfortable fit in the shooter's hand. As well, the weapon has three automatic safeties: A striker safety, a trigger safety, and an out of battery safety that sees to it that should the weapon's hammer accidentally fall, the firing pin will not be alligned with it, and thus the pistol will not fire.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
10mm Auto
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 184mm (7.24in)
Weight: 810g (28.57oz)
Barrel: 106mm (4.17in)
Rifling: 6 grooves, rh
Magazine Capacity: 16 rounds
MARKINGS
"Walther Banner;P99/10; Made in Kotterdam" on left side of slide. Serial number on right side of frame. "Walther Banner" on either side of grip
SAFETY
A decocking lever can be found on the left hand side of the slide. Depressing this allows the hammer to fall safely. All other safety devices are automatic.
UNLOADING
Magazine catch on either side of the butt behind trigger. Remove magazine; Pull back slide to eject any round in the chamber; Inspect chamber through ejection port. Release slide, pull trigger.
COST
$715.00
LONGARMS
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Viking Firearms/Fabrique National K1A1 FAL
The FN-FAL is probably the most widely-used rifle in history, adopted by over 90 countries. Many of these have demanded their own minor modifications; Many countries have manufactured under licence and, again, have incorporated their own modifications. Kotterdam is one such country.
After a great deal of consulting with Kotterdam's largest domestic manufacturer, Viking Firearms, Fabrique National has cooperated with the aforementioned company to come out with the K1A1, a new version of FN-FAL.
Among other things, this upgraded weapons includes all synthetic furniture with picatinny rails on top of the reciever and beneath the barrel for such attachments as optical sights or grenade launchers. As well, a three round burst trigger group has been added, as well as the recently introduced 30-round high capacity magazine. A heavy barrel is also used to improve accuracy, although thanks to the extensive use of synthetics and advanced materials, there is a net decrease in overall weight.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
7.62 x 51mm NATO
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 1090mm (42.9in)
Weight: 3.35kg (7lb 6oz)
Barrel: 533mm (21.0in)
Rifling: 4 grooves, rh
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Rate of Fire: 650 rds/min
MARKINGS
"FABRIQUE NATIONALE/VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of the reciever.
SAFETY
A grip safety as well as a manual safety catch and fire selector lever mirrored on either side of the reciever over the trigger. UP (S) position is safe, down one notch (1) is single shots, down two notches (3) is three-round bursts, and all the way DOWN (A) is full automatic fire.
UNLOADING
Magazine catch at rear of magazine housing. Remove magazine. Pull back cocking handle to eject any round remaining in the chamber. Examine chamber and feedway through the ejection slot. Release cocking handle, press trigger.
COST
$ 620.00
Viking Firearms Mark-II Cobra
Using the roller-delayed blowback breech system favoured by Heckler & Koch, this odd firearm is perhaps unique in being a 7.62 x 51mm NATO carbine in a bullpup format. Rather than standard iron sights, the Cobra uses an integral 3x optical sight mounted in the carrying handle, although this can be removed if damaged, or just on the firer’s preference and replaced with nearly any other scope. If neccesary, there are even flip-up iron sights for use in emergencies.
With a nod to its intended use in special operations, there is a proprietary suppressor available for the Cobra from Viking Firearms. Although not a true silencer in that it doesn’t slow the round fired to subsonic speeds, the suppressor does indeed muffle the muzzle blast. While this makes it quite difficult to locate the firer by the sound of his weapon alone, the supersonic cracks the bullets make as they streak through the air will make it quite obvious that someone is shooting. Using so-called “cold-loaded” subsonic ammunition eliminates these supersonic cracks and, while reducing the damage done by the rifle, makes it quite silent.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
7.62 x 51mm NATO
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 782mm (30.78in)
Weight: 3.55kg (7lb 13oz)
Barrel: 533mm (21.0in)
Rifling: 4 grooves, rh
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Rate of Fire: 550 rds/min
MARKINGS
"VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of magazine housing beneath a stylized Viking Longboat.
SAFETY
A combined safety catch and fire selector switch on both sides of the carbine above and behind the trigger. Rear (S) position is safe, forward one notch (1) is single shots, forward two notches (3) is three-round bursts, and fully forward (A) is full automatic fire.
UNLOADING
Magazine catch at rear of magazine housing. Remove magazine. Pull back cocking handle to eject any round remaining in the chamber. Examine chamber and feedway through the ejection slot. Release cocking handle, press trigger.
COST
$810.00
Viking Firearms K7A1 Assault Shotgun
A weapon similar in concept and operation to the USAS-12 assault shotgun, the K7A1 is designed to provide tremendous firepower in a close combat situation.
Operating from a unique dual-feed system using two ten-round removable box magazines. To switch from one magazine to another, the soldier using the weapon simply flips a switch. This allows the soldier to switch from one type of ammo to another in a flash.
Bullpup in format, the K7A1 maintains a decent barrel length while remaining small enough to be used in close quarters. It has found favour amongst Kotterdam's SWORD teams for its versitility and small size.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
CARTRIDGE
12-Gauge Shotgun
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 570mm (42.9in)
Weight: 4.35kg (7lb 6oz)
Barrel: 525mm (21.0in)
Rifling: N/A
Magazine Capacity: 2 x 10 rounds
Rate of Fire: 250 rds/min
MARKINGS
"VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of the reciever beneath a stylized viking longboat.
SAFETY
A grip safety as well as a manual safety catch and fire selector lever mirrored on either side of the reciever over the trigger. UP (S) position is safe, down HALF WAY (1) is single shots, and all the way DOWN (A) is full automatic fire.
UNLOADING
Magazine catches on either side of magazine housings. Remove magazines. Pull back cocking handle to eject any round remaining in the chamber. Examine chamber and feedway through the ejection slot. Release cocking handle, press trigger.
COST
$ 540.00
FLAMETHROWERS
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Viking Firearms K9A1 "Incinerator" Flamethrower
The decision to return the flamethrower to the DKA's armouries came from the highest levels of the Dominion's leadership. Flamethrowers offer a whole new range of tactical options for a military force that had otherwise been missing.
A unique design feature is the provision for a dual feed system, with the main bottle attached directly to the hand unit, and an available backpack tank which attaches to the rear of the weapon. This allows the K9A1 a degree of versatility unavailable to earlier such weapons.
Thanks to the use of high-strength, heat-resistant synthetic materials, the main unit weighs about as much when loaded as some shotguns, allowing it to be carried as a secondary weapon. With the backpack unit, it allows for more extensive use, but even without the larger tank, it is especially useful.
Although the primary fuel is listed as thickened or unthickened kerosene, just about any flammable fuel can be used in place of the kerosene. Units in use with the DKA actually use a self-oxidizing fuel, rendering the K9A1 far more lethal.
A final design feature is the use of kevlar and high-strength ceramics to protect the fuel tanks. Although not invincible, it allows the flamethrower to take a serious beating, and makes it rather unlikely for anything less than a 7.62 x 51mm NATO round to detonate it.
SPECIFICATION & OPERATION
AMMUNITION
Thickened or Unthickened Kerosene
DIMENSIONS
Length o/a: 540mm (42.9in)
Weight: 4.5kg (7lb 6oz) without backpack unit, 26 lbs with armoured backpack
Tank Capacity: 5 short blasts w/o backpack, 15 short blasts w/backpack
Ignition: Electric
MARKINGS
"VIKING FIREARMS <serial number> <date of manufacture>" impressed into the right side of the reciever beneath a stylized viking longboat.
SAFETY
A three-position selector switch on either side of the reciever. UP is off/safe, FORWARD is pump on/ignition off, and DOWN is pump on/ignition on
UNLOADING
Pump switch to OFF. Unscrew primary bottle, unscrew backpack hose, aim into safe container. Pump switch to on, hold down trigger. Weapon is now unloaded.
COST
$ 1,040.00
WHEELED VEHICLES
Vehicle MPV-1 Hunter Multi-Purpose Vehicle
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner)
Passengers
3 Cavalry Scouts
Length 4.88 m (16 ft)
Height 2.13 m (7 ft)
Width 2.13 m (7 ft)
Weight 3.72 Metric Tonnes
Speed 100 km/h (62.14 mph)
Range 560 km (347.97 mi)
Engine
1 x General Motors 8-cyl Water-cooled diesel
Armament
1 x Rafael ADA Remote Control Weapon Station (RCWS)
1 x Fabrique National BRG-15 15.5 x 115mm Heavy Machine Gun (On RCWS)
-or-
1 x Saco Mk-19 40mm Grenade Machine Gun (On RCWS)
Ammunition
200 x 15.5 x 115mm Armour-Piercing Incindiary (API)
200 x 15.5 x 115mm Saboted Light Armour Penetrator (SLAP)
-or-
48 x 40mm High Explosive Dual Purpose Grenades (HEDP)
2 x Standard Infantry Loads
Defensive Systems
Layered Kevlar/Titanium Alloy Armour
Bullet-Resistant Windows
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Kevlar-reinforced fuel tank
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Optics/Sensors
RCWS-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner
Full Telescopic Magnification on both RCWS-mounted Natural-Light and Infrared systems
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Set
Other Systems
Forward-Mounted Winch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch
Fording Snorkel (Seven-foot Fording Depth)
Unit Cost $150,000
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed to replace the HMMWV (Humvee) jeeps already in service, the MPV-1 Hunter was designed specifically to out-perform the Humvee in all particulars. In operations in Mogadishu, the HMMWV showed a critical weakness: The gunner of the pintle-mounted weapon was exposed to enemy fire, making him an irresistable target to incoming fire. The center rear seat controls the Remote Control Weapon Station, with an auxilliary station before the front passenger seat in the unlikely instance that the gunner is incapacitated. Above the center seat is the armoured egress hatch, through which the weapon station can be reloaded.
Each of the windows, and the windscreen can be lowered to allow the firing of infantry weapons. Alternately, they can be raised to offer protection against anything up to a 7.92mm Mauser M03/05 rifle round. The body panels will stop everything up to a Russian M30/38 12.7 x 108mm heavy machine gun round. It can ford rivers up to seven feet deep, and climb a 70% grade. It can drive on a sixty degree side slope, and maintains a sixteen-inch ground clearance when fully loaded. The engine will run on diesel, coloured diesel, DF-2, JP-4, JP-5, and JP-8 jet fuel, and VV-F-800 fuel out to a range of five hundred and sixty kilometers while carrying three cavalry scouts, and two full loads of ammunition for their weapons, as well as man-portable anti-tank guided missiles.
Heavily armed and well-armoured, the MPV-1 is a superb replacement for the HMMWV, and other similar such vehicles.
LIGHT ARMOURED VEHICLES
Vehicle LTA-1 Dieppe
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner, Commander)
Length 6.12 Meters
Weight 27.4 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 77 kph
Combat 55 kph
Swim 15 kph
Range 300 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors DRV-22 Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
2 x General Electric Water Jet Turbines (steerable)
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 105mm 2nd Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
1 x Saco Defense Industries Mk 19 Grenade Machine Gun
1 x Browning M2HB .50 BMG Machine Gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
2 x Four-Tube Thunderbolt IR/Laser-Guided ATGM Launchers
Ammunition
40 x 105mm ETC Rounds
800 x 7.62mm NATO
800 x .50 BMG
Defensive Systems
Layered Ceramic/Composite Alloy Armour with 3rd Gen ERA on turret.
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Charybdis MkI Laser/Infrared/Microwave Countermeasures Suite
Triphammer Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
12-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Unit Cost $5.4M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed with amphibious operations in mind, the LTA, or Light Tank: Amphibious-1 weighs just under half as much as the MBT-3A1 currently serving in the DKA. The purpose of the LTA-1 is to be carried aboard amphibious assault ships and launched to stiffen the back of an attack. Fully amphibious, the LTA-1 has several advantages over earlier amphibious tanks due to recent advances in armoured vehicle technology.
Weaponry:
The design of the LTA-1 was a trade-off right from the start. The amphibious capability came at the cost of firepower, amongst other things, although it retains a rather admirable punch. Its primary weapons system consists of a fully-stabilized 105mm 1st Gen ETC cannon. Taking lessons from the 1st Gen weapon on the MBT-3A1, the LTA-1's main gun maintains a kill-range of almost five kilometers, with an accurate range of seven kilometers. Capable of firing HEAT, AP Canister, HE-FRAG, APFSDS-T, and the 105mm ETC version of the RAKE-T, as well as the newly designed Smart Top Attack Kinetic Energy, or STAKE round.
For anti-personel and anti-materiel applications, the LTA-1 carries an M2HB .50 calibre machine gun mounted coaxially with the main gun, as well as a Mk. 19 Grenade Machine Gun from Saco Industries as the commander's weapon mounted in an armoured cupola to grant him a measure of protection while firing it. As well, two four-tube Thunderbolt missile pods are mounted, one on either side of the turret to grant further anti-armour firepower above and beyond that already supplied by the main gun.
Unlike earlier tanks from the KMC, the LTA-1 does not include a loader in the crew. The autoloader involved, however, is an extremely reliable and efficient piece of machinery. Malfunctions are exceedingly rare, and any damage to the tank sufficient to disable the autoloader has likely disabled the main gun, if not killed the gunner as well.
Defensive Measures:
The LTA-1 mounts a quantity of layered ceramic/composite armour sufficient to defeat up to a 105mm cannon within its kill range. Tests against a 120mm Smoothbore were promising as well, though not sufficiently so for designers to rate the armour as proof against such rounds, although the tank does have a greater than 80% chance of surviving a single 120mm shot, although that probability drops to 50% on the second impact. Strangely, the turret actually stands a greater chance of surviving such an impact, thanks to its sharply angled armour and the generous amount of 3rd Gen ER armour mounted. As well, the top surface of the broad, flat turret mounts abnormally thick armour, making it especially tough to breach with top-down attacks. This resulted in a slight increase in weight, but it was considered a reasonable trade off.
Defensive equipment on the LTA-1, however, is not limited to high-tech armours. The new Triphammer Active Intercept system provides the LTA-1 with protection against anti-tank rockets by firing small explosive charges directly into the path of the incoming missile in the hopes of destroying it. The Triphammer has proven especially effective in tests, however unlike the ARENA system which inspired the Triphammer, it cannot engage infantry targets.
A full suite of laser, microwave, and IR threat receptors and countermeasures are employed to defend the LTA-1. Also, the forward-mounted diesel engine provides a measure of protection for the crew in the case of a penetrating hit, as well as being well-insulated against heat, and exceptionally well-muffled to decrease engine noise. Also, the composition of the aerosol "Smoke" grenades has been changed so that the cloud not only blocks line of sight visually, but it obscures infrared devices. While the enemy will certainly know that there is a tank somewhere in that cloud of smoke, it lowers the probability of a hit when they are forced to fire blind. As always with KMC-designed vehicles, the LTA-1 is equipped with a fully NBC-rated life support system to protect its crew from environmental hazards.
Fire Control:
The fire control system on the LTA-1 is based broadly on the one currently employed on the MBT-3A1, allowing it to track, target, and engage multiple moving targets, even fast moving ones such as helicopters. This can be done in defilade, on the move, at rest, and even while swimming. The targeting computer is linked into a sophisticated analysis system with an adaptive database that will even suggest an aimpoint and round type based on the past observed performance of similar targets in combat situations. Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets.
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner/Commander)
Passengers
10 Fully Equipped Infantry
2 Crew Served Weapons
Length 7.62 Meters
Weight 17 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 72 kph
Combat 41 kph
Water 10 kph
Range 475 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors ARV-12 Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
2 x General Electric Water Jet Turbines (steerable)
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Heckler & Koch coaxially-mounted Grenade Machine Gun
2 x Single Tube TOW missile launchers (ejectable)
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
320 x 40mm Grenades
2 x Standard Infantry Loads
Defensive Systems
Layered Ceramic/Kevlar/Titanium Alloy Armour
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
10-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Separate Intercom Systems for Infantry and Vehicle crew with Infantry and Vehicle Commanders having access to both
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
4 x Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Sets
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Weapons Ports for Infantry
Forward-Mounted Winch
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Unit Cost $3.71M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed originally to meet a requirement put forth by Rimbauld, KMC's IFV-2 Normandy performed so well in tests that the design has since been adopted as the DKA's next-generation Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Built with a highly modular design, the Normandy is capable of being converted from its baseline design to a Mortar carrier, a gun carrier, a command-post vehicle, an ambulance, as well as a minesweeper, engineer support vehicle, ARV, and dry, wet, and General Purpose logistics vehicles through the replacement of its componants and its entirely modular turret.
Although all fire-controls for this capable vehicle have manual backups, the primary fire function is highly computerized to allow first-round first-hit capability against enemy vehicles, even on the move.
As well, the vehicle's design allows most componants to be serviced by the crew without ever leaving the vehicle. In addition, The LPI Counter-Battery Radar System on the artillery variant allows the IFV-2 to detect incoming artillery fire, identify the most likely position of the enemy battery, and return fire to silence your opponant's guns, all while the enemy's first volley is still in the air.
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Gun Carrier)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Loader)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x Rheinmetall 120 mm L55 smoothbore gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
36 x 120mm (Various)
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Mortar Carrier)
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner/Commander)
Passengers
10 Fully Equipped Infantry
2 Crew Served Weapons
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x 60mm Mortar
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
80 x 60mm Mortar Shells
2 x Standard Infantry Loads
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Anti-Air)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Radar Operator)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x General Electric M61A2 Vulcan Cannon
2 x Five-Tube Stinger SAM Launchers
Ammunition
2400 x 20mm Cannon
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Ericcson Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Air-Search Radar
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Minesweeper)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, MAD Operator)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Heckler & Koch coaxially-mounted Grenade Machine Gun
2 x Single Tube TOW missile launchers (ejectable)
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
320 x 40mm Grenades
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Magnetic Anomaly Detector (For Mine Detection)
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Aft-Mounted Winch
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Forward-Mounted Anti-Mine Flail Attachment
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (ARV)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Loader)
Passengers 0
Armament
None
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Weapons Ports for Infantry
Forward- and Aft-Mounted Winches
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Top-Mounted Crane
Forward- and Aft-Mounted Universal Towing Hitches
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Engineer Support)
Crew 2 (Driver, Gunner/Commander)
Passengers 10 Engineers
Armament
1 x EX34 Hughes 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm coaxially-mounted machine gun
1 x Heckler & Koch coaxially-mounted Grenade Machine Gun
2 x Single Tube TOW missile launchers (ejectable)
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
400 x 25mm HEAP
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
320 x 40mm Grenades
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Weapons Ports for Infantry
Aft-Mounted Winch
Armoured Rear Entry Hatch
Armoured Top-Mounted Egress Hatch (Room for three men standing)
Forward-Mounted Bulldozer Attachment
Vehicle IFV-2 Normandy (Artillery)
Crew 3 (Driver, Gunner/Commander, Radar Operator)
Passengers 0
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 105 mm Howitzer
1 x Browning MAG 7.62 x 51mm pintle-mounted machine gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
Ammunition
40 x 105mm Artillery Shells
1200 x 7.62mm NATO
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for both Driver and Gunner/Commander
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for Gunner/Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Ericcson Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Counter-Battery Radar System
MEDIUM TANKS
Vehicle MAFV-1 Borden
Crew 4 (Driver, Gunner, Commander, Loader)
Length 6.45 Meters
Width 2.72 Meters
Height 2.13 Meters
Weight 30 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 78 kph
Combat 57 kph
Range 300 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors DRV-9a Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 130mm 1st Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
1 x Saco Defense Industries Mk 19 Grenade Machine Gun
1 x Fabrique National M240G 7.62 x 51mm Machine Gun
1 x Hughes EX34 25mm Chain Gun
1 x Laser Target Designator
2 x Four-Tube Thunderbolt IR/Laser-Guided ATGM Launchers
Ammunition
12 x ATG-1 Mjolnir ATGMs
30 x 130mm ETC Rounds
1,000 x 7.62mm NATO
800 x .50 BMG
Defensive Systems
Layered Ceramic/Composite Alloy Armour with 3rd Gen ERA on forward surfaces and on turret.
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Charybdis MkI Laser/Infrared/Microwave Countermeasures Suite
Triphammer Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
15-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Unit Cost $6.1M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
While the MBT-3A1 was designed for sheer firepower, the MAFV-1 has been designed from the ground up for portability. MAFV stands for Medium Armoured Fighting Vehicle. It is a tough, agile weapons platform capable of packing a punch while not being too heavy to deploy in a hurry. The MAFV-1 was designed to meet the following requirements: Its dimensions and weight must be such that one can be transported aboard a C-130, two aboard an LCAC or a C-17, and four aboard a C-5 Galaxy. The last mobility requirement can indeed be reached, but requires that the vehicles be loaded on pallets, as they are just barely narrow enough to fit two abreast.
Weaponry:
Although designed to be less than half the weight and marginally smaller, the MAFV-1 doesn't skimp overly much on firepower relative to the MBT-3A1. In fact, it mounts the same 130mm ETC cannon, maintaining a kill-range of five kilometers, with an accurate range of seven kilometers. Like the weapon on the MBT-3A1, it is more than capable of firing HEAT, AP Canister, HE-FRAG, APFSDS-T, and the 130mm ETC version of the RAKE-T, as well as the newly designed Smart Top Attack Kinetic Energy, or STAKE round. On top of all that, it can fire the new ATG-1 Mjolnir anti-tank missile from the barrel.
For anti-materiel applications, the MAFV-1 carries a 25mm cannon by Hughes mounted coaxially to the main gun, as well as a Mk. 19 Grenade Machine Gun from Saco Industries as the commander's weapon mounted in an armoured cupola to grant him a measure of protection while firing it. The loader's weapon, a M240G machine gun by Fabrique National in the 7.62mm NATO, is designed to be quickly unshipped in case of the destruction of the tank to provide extra firepower for the crew.
Two four-tube Thunderbolt missile pods are mounted, one on either side of the turret to grant further anti-armour firepower above and beyond that already supplied by the main gun. In case of critical damage to the pods, or the expenditure of their rockets, both pods are entirely disposable, and may be ejected.
Defensive Measures:
The MAFV-1 mounts a quantity of layered ceramic/composite armour sufficient to defeat up to a 120mm cannon shot within its kill range even without the ERA mounted on the forward surfaces and the turret. No armour is impregnable, though, and a point blank HEAT or APFSDS-T shot still stands a good chance of killing the tank.
Rather than relying entirely on its potent armour, the MAFV-1 also mounts the new Triphammer Active Intercept System, and a full suite of laser, microwave, and IR threat receptors and countermeasures. Also, the forward-mounted diesel engine provides a measure of protection for the crew in the case of a penetrating hit, as well as being well-insulated against heat, and exceptionally well-muffled to decrease engine noise. The composition of the aerosol "Smoke" grenades has been changed so that the cloud not only blocks line of sight visually, but it obscures infrared devices. While the enemy will certainly know that there is a tank somewhere in that cloud of smoke, it lowers the probability of a hit when they are forced to fire blind. As always with KMC-designed vehicles, the MAFV-1 is equipped with a full NBC-rated life support system to protect its crew from environmental hazards.
Fire Control:
The fire control system on the MAFV-1 is based largely on the one currently employed on the MBT-3A1, allowing it to track, target, and engage multiple moving targets, even fast moving ones such as helicopters. This can be done in defilade, on the move, at rest, and even while swimming. The targeting computer is linked into a sophisticated analysis system with an adaptive database that will even suggest an aimpoint and round type based on the past observed performance of similar targets in combat situations. Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets.
MAIN BATTLE TANKS
Vehicle MBT-4 Thunderbolt
Crew 4 (Driver, Gunner, Commander, Loader)
Length 7.62 Meters
Weight 57.0 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 75 kph
Combat 48 kph
Range 500 miles
Engine
1 x Kotterdam Motor Corporation Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
Armament
1 x Laser Target Designator
1 x Viking Military Technologies 130mm 2nd Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
2 x Fabrique National M240G 7.62 x 51mm Medium Machine Guns
2 x Four-Tube Rafael SPIKE-ER ATGM Launchers
2 x Rafael SPIKE-ER Anti-Tank Guided Missile Rails
3 x Oerlikon Contraves KBA 25mm Automatic Cannons
Ammunition
20 x Mjolnir ATG-1 ATGM
45 x 130mm ETC Rounds
2,800 x 25mm Rounds
6,000 x 7.62mm NATO
Defensive Systems
Tarpon Composite Alloy Armour
Third Generation ERA on forward surfaces and turret
Argus Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors/Countermeasures Suite
Warhammer NVLS Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
200 SCFM CleanCooled Air NBC Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
30-Canister Smoke Grenade System
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
4 x Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Sets
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Fording Snorkel (Can ford 7ft rivers)
Unit Cost $7.2M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed to replace the stop-gap MBT-3A2 Werewolf II tank, the MBT-4 Thunderbolt was orignally intended to come into service as the next generation high-mobility main battle tank. A number of the systems intended for the Thunderbolt, such as the lighter, more compact 2nd Gen ETC cannon were available for the Werewolf II, but other integral systems, such as the lightweight, high-strength Tarpon Composite Armour and the NVLS Active Countermeasure System, codenamed Warhammer, were not. This resulted in the design and fielding of the MBT-3A2 Werewolf II, a tank that has served far and away longer than it was intended to. Thus, with the completion of the missing systems, the Thunderbolt has finally come into service. Lighter than even the dramatically reduced Werewolf II by three tons, the new tank's capabilites far exceed the old design's.
Weaponry:
The armament of the Thunderbolt parallels the Werewolf II in most particulars except for the coaxial weapons. Where the <i>Werewolf II</i> utilizes a single Oerlikon Contraves KBA 25mm Cannon, the Thunderbolt mounts two, one on either side of the main weapon. Designed primarily to tear through lightly armoured targets like APCs, they perform an admirable job of shredding whatever falls under their barrels. As has become the standard practice with Dominion armoured vehicles, the MBT-4 mounts a Rafael ADA Overhead Weapon System-25R unit for the commander's position, providing some protection for his exposed head, but more than that, granting him superb firepower in the form of his own KBA 25mm cannon, a 7.62mm machine gun, and a pair of Rafael SPIKE-ER ATGMs. As well, a pair of Anti-Tank Guided Missile launchers are mounted, one on either side of the turret, capable of using any model of Rafael's SPIKE missile.
As well, the main gun is capable of firing the new ATG-1 Mjolnir Anti-Tank Guided Missile. Known as the "Kermit" by the test crews for the odd "frog-hop" it executes in its anti-tank mode to attack the weaker top armour, the ATG-1 was developed in an associated project to be used specifically by the second generation Werewolf, and has been incorporated into the third-generation Thunderbolt. Lethal out to its maximum range of 6.5 kilometers, the ATG-1 is a dual-mode weapon, capable of engaging low-flying air targets such as helicopters as well as other armoured vehicles. Equipped with a stand-off probe to defeat wire mesh and chain skirt defensive systems, the ATG-1 also employs a tandem charge with which to counter Explosive Reactive Armour.
Defensive Measures:
The Thunderbolt truly begins to depart from the standard set by the Werewolf II with defensive capabilities. Along with an upgraded series of threat recievers, and jammers, the Thunderbolt carries the newly-developed Warhammer NVLS Active Intercept System. NVLS stands for Near Vertical Launch. It is a system in which no fewer than sixty of the improved Mjolnir Active Intercept Charges are carried in twelve vertical tubes stacked five layers deep. As a threat projectile is detected, a charge is raised out of its tube, oriented towards the threat using high-speed servos, and launched.
This allows far quicker response times than earlier systems, and a capability that neither the Triphammer, nor the later Sledgehammer systems had: The ability to engage up to twelve threats from twelve separate approach vectors simultaneously, rendering platoons of Thunderbolt tanks nearly impervious to ATGM attack. In addition, unlike previous Triphammer systems, the Warhammer may be implemented in manual mode to engage infantry. In this application, the charge is raised, oriented towards the concentration of infantry, and detonated overhead, raining shrapnel on them from above, much like a larger version of the air-burst weapon in consideration for the OICW.
As well, the Thunderbolt is equipped with the new Tarpon composite armour. Tarpon's exact composition is highly classified, however it is known to provide exceptional protection against ballistic threats marginally superior to that of the Werewolf II at an even greater reduction in weight. Capable of absorbing hits from 125mm cannons and the majority of anti-tank missiles from even shorter ranges from before, it also is expected to provide marginal protection from directed energy weapons, although due to a lack of such weapons to test this with, how much protection is unknown. A close range shot with a HEAT or sabot round is still as serious a threat as always, however. A chain skirt protects the turret neck from attack from behind, while ERA blocks and increased armour thickness reduces the danger of attacks against the tank's top surfaces.
Fire Control:
Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets. Should the gunner become incapacitated, the commander may input a command to cause this analysis program to take over firing, with the commander designating targets, and the computer determining the best way in which to engage them.
Vehicle MBT-3A2 Werewolf II
Crew 4 (Driver, Gunner, Commander, Loader)
Length 7.62 Meters
Weight 60.0 Metric Tonnes
Speed
Road 75 kph
Combat 48 kph
Range 480 miles
Engine
1 x General Motors DRV-20 Water-cooled 4 cycle diesel
Armament
1 x Viking Military Technologies 130mm 2nd Generation Electro-Thermal-Chemical Cannon
1 x Laser Target Designator
1 x Rafael OWS-25R Overhead Weapon Station
1 x Rafael RCWS Remote Controled Weapon Station
2 x Oerlikon Contraves KBA 25mm Automatic Cannons (One coax, one on OWS-25R)
2 x Fabrique National M240G 7.62 x 51mm Medium Machine Guns (One on RCWS, one on OWS-25R)
2 x Four-Tube Rafael SPIKE-ER ATGM Launchers
2 x Rafael SPIKE-ER Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (On OWS-25R)
Ammunition
20 x Mjolnir ATG-1 ATGM
45 x 130mm ETC Rounds
1,250 x 7.62mm NATO
1,200 x 25mm Rounds
Defensive Systems
Second Generation Layered Ceramic/Composite Alloy Armour
Third Generation ERA on forward surfaces and turret
Laser/Infrared/Microwave Threat Receptors
Charybdis MkII Laser/Infrared/Microwave Countermeasures Suite
Sledgehammer Active Intercept System
Kevlar Mine Matt integral to crew deck
Fully NBC-Rated Life Support System
Life Support rated for operation to -48 degrees C
24-Canister Smoke Grenade System
6-Canister Smoke Grenade System on OWS-25
Anti-Spall Coating on all surfaces
Engine mounted forward of driver for enhanced crew survivability
Optics/Sensors
Low-Light Systems for the entire crew
Turret-Mounted IR Sight for both Gunner and Commander
Full Telescopic Magnification on both Natural- and Low-Light systems
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Millimeter Wave Radar Set
Computer-Aided Target Recognition system
Communications
Real-Time Command, Control, and Communications (RTC3) Data Link
- GPS Moving Map w' position and status of connected RTC3 units
- Connected to Auto-Diagnostic system for transmission of unit status
- Zip-Squeal Text/Data Transmission Capable
Universal Adaptor Port for Wire Communications
Hardwired Intercom System
High-Frequency Encrypted Radio
Satelite Communication System with Removable Antenna
4 x Retransmit-Capable Encrypted Radio Sets
Other Systems
Automated Diagnostic System
Enhanced Fire Control System
Fording Snorkel (Can ford 7ft rivers)
Unit Cost $7M
Prime Contractor Kotterdam Motor Corporation
Notes
Designed as a follow-on to the widely successful MBT-3A1, the MBT-3A2 is intended to succeed the earlier vehicle as the primary Main Battle Tank of the DKA. Designed with mobility in mind, it incorporates so many changes to its structural members that a direct upgrade is impossible. Rather, a whole new tank must be purchased. Its mobility objectives have been achieved, however. At exactly sixty metric tonnes, it can be carried from ship to shore by a standard LCAC without it having to use its overload capacity.
Weaponry:
The high calibre Electro-Thermal-Chemical cannon included in the MBT-3A1 has been replaced with a more reliable ETC stabilized in two axes with an improved autoloader. Rather than a standard solid propelant, the ETC gun uses an energetic liquid propelant, granting it a striking power far and away in advance of other more conventional cannons. The ETC cannon guarantees a kill against a target equivalent to an United States M1A2 Abrams MBT at ranges of under six kilometers with a single shot. Tests also prove that the 2nd Gen ETC cannon is capable of striking targets at a maximum range of eight kilometers, although lethality begins to degrade beyond 6.5 km. Ammunition available to the 130mm ETC cannon includes HE-FRAG, AP Canister, HEAT, RAKE-AT, STAKE, and APFSDS (Armour Piercing Fin Stabilized Discarding Sabot) rounds. Maintaining a rate of fire of 15 RPM, the ETC gun is relatively slow firing, but packs a nasty punch.
As well, the main gun is capable of firing the new ATG-1 Mjolnir Anti-Tank Guided Missile. Known as the "Kermit" by the test crews for the odd "frog-hop" it executes in its anti-tank mode to attack the weaker top armour, the ATG-1 was developed in an associated project to be used specifically by the second generation Werewolf. Lethal out to its maximum range of 6.5 kilometers, the ATG-1 is a dual-mode weapon, capable of engaging low-flying air targets such as helicopters as well as other armoured vehicles. Equipped with a stand-off probe to defeat wire mesh and chain skirt defensive systems, the ATG-1 also employs a tandem charge with which to counter Explosive Reactive Armour.
On either side of the turret on the MBT-3A2 are mounted a pair of four-tube SPIKE-ER ATGM launchers. The four-tube launcher takes a definate hit in ammunition, but more than makes up for it with an eight-kilometer striking range and excellent targeting capabilities, as well as a tandem charge to improve its lethality.
As with the MBT-3A1, the MBT-3A2 uses a 25mm cannon as the coaxial weapon. The -3A2, however, uses the KBA manufactured by Oerlikon Contraves thanks to a deal struck with the Kotterdam Motor Company. A true advance, however, comes in the form of the commander's turret and that of the loader. The loader's weapon is the usual Fabrique National M240G MAG, but it is mounted in a Remote Controlled Weapon Station (http://www.rafael.co.il/web/rafnew/products/land-rcws.htm) manufactured by Rafael ADA. This allows the weapon to be fired by the loader without ever leaving the safety of the tank. If neccesary, it can still be unshipped and carried to give the crew additional firepower. As well, tank crews in the DKA carry the H&K MP-7 PDW in case they are required to dismount from their vehicle.
The commander's weapon is where the changes have really been made. As with the coaxial gun, the 25mm cannon has been exchanged for an Oerlikon KBA 25mm cannon. On the MBT-3A2, however, the 25mm cannon is not where it ends. The weapon is mounted in a OWS-25R (http://www.rafael.co.il/web/rafnew/products/brochures/OWS_25R.pdf), or Overhead Weapon Station, also manufactured by Rafael AMA. The OWS-25R employed by the commander includes the Oerlikon KBA, a modified version of the FN M240G also mounted in the loader's RCWS, and a pair of SPIKE-ER missiles. The OWS-25R can be operated both manually, and by remote. On the manual mode, the commander needs only stick his head out of the vehicle, leaving the rest of him protected by the hull armour. As well, the mount itself provides a degree of protection, leaving very little of even as small a target as the commander's head exposed
Defensive Measures:
Protection has been upgraded, with an advanced version of the layered ceramic/composite alloy armour employed in the construction. Stronger than chobham armour to begin with, this new armour, combined with the third gen ERA allows for survivability similar to the MBT-3A1 even at the greatly reduced weight, absorbing hits from 125mm cannons and the majority of anti-tank missiles. A close range shot with a HEAT or sabot round is still as serious a threat as always, however. A chain skirt protects the turret neck from attack from behind, while ERA blocks and increased armour thickness reduces the danger of attacks against the tank's top surfaces. As well, the tank's diesel engine is mounted forward of the crew compartment, increasing the likelyhood of crew survival in case of a penetrating hit from the front aspect.
The existing system of Microwave, Infrared, and Laser threat detectors was improved by the addition of improved all-aspect Microwave/IR/Laser jammers. As well, the composition of the aerosol "Smoke" grenades has been changed so that the cloud not only blocks line of sight visually, but it obscures infrared devices. While the enemy will certainly know that there is a tank somewhere in that cloud of smoke, it lowers the probability of a hit when they are forced to fire blind. As always with KMC-designed vehicles, the MBT-3A2 is equipped with a full NBC-rated life support system to protect its crew from environmental hazards.
The final protective system, however, is the most radical. Sledgehammer, an advanced version of the Triphammer Active Defense System incorporates improved target identification software, faster operation, and smaller, yet more effective charges. Essentially specialized 40mm grenades, they allow the tank to carry a larger number of charges. Like the Arena system, and the Triphammer system, Sledgehammer may be activated or deactivated by the commander, however unlike Triphammer, Sledgehammer not only functions in automatic mode, but manual as well, and may be used against infantry.
Fire Control:
The original fire control system on the MBT-3 and the -3A1 has been improved greatly to allow the tracking, targeting, and engagement of multiple moving targets, even fast moving ones such as helicopters while the MBT-3A2 is itself on the move. The targeting computer is linked into a sophisticated analysis system with an adaptive database that will even suggest an aimpoint and round type based on the past observed performance of similar targets in combat situations.
Equipped with a so-called AI similar to that in some of the more sophisticated computer games, the analyzer will actually learn the weaknesses of a specific type of target given enough exposure and is, of course, pre-programmed with the known weaknesses of many standard targets. Should the gunner become incapacitated, the commander may input a command to cause this analysis program to take over firing, with the commander designating targets, and the computer determining the best way in which to engage them.
WEAPON SYSTEMS
Advanced Solid Propellent Weapon System
(ASP-WS)
Specifications
Primary Function Anti-Tank
Contractor Viking Military Technologies
Calibre 130mm
Calibre Length L55
Rifling N/A (Smoothbore)
Kill Range 4 km
Accurate Range 6 km
Penetration Capabilities at Kill Range 910mm (HEAT round versus Rolled Homogenized Armour)
Production Rights $66.4 Million
Notes
The Advanced Solid Propellent Weapon System, or ASP Gun was developed as an alternative for the ETC cannon currently used in Kotterite tanks. Although quite a great deal cheaper than the currently employed weapon system, it did not have quite the same pentration capability as the new ETC weapons. It involves a new 55-calibre length barrel, granting some improvement in muzzle velocity, and a chamber built from the same high-grade steel as the gun barrel to improve its pressure tolerances.
The ASP gun's effectiveness stems not from the gun alone, although that is a factor. Rather, most of the increased power of the weapon stems from the rounds fired. The propellent, to begin with, is designed to have a greater rate of surface burning progression, allowing for higher pressure gradients with which to propel the projectile. This translates into greater muzzle velocity and superior striking power.
As well, there is a new penetrator round included in the production rights. The Rocket-Assisted Kinetic Energy Anti-Tank round, or RAKE-AT involves a standard armour-piercing fin-stabilized discarding sabot (APFSDS) round into which a small solid-fuel rocket engine has been built. This engine is fused to fire on impact to drive the penetrator up to even higher speeds for greater armour penetration. Tests with this new type of amunition showed that it exhibited impressive capabilities even against tanks with Explosive Reactive Armour.
The ASP Weapon System is capable of firing HEAT, APFSDS-T, Canister, HE-FRAG, and RAKE-AT rounds without difficulty. It can even fire the new ATG-1 Mjolnir Anti-Tank Guided Missile from its barrel, just like the ETC weapon currently mounted on the MBT-3A1.