The Macabees
19-06-2004, 01:32
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Macabee :: Chevalier
The Chevalier uses a dynamic new engine system in use by the Merkava 4 of Israel which saves a load of petroleum - giving it twice the distance on one tank, and cutting logistics costs by billions. Military experts figured that a beast over 100 tons going over 40 mph was a waste of resources and a big mistake. Most tactical battles were fought at a much smaller rate - and even it they went faster they were still concluded with the same result. Hence, the engine has been compacted to 1200 hp diesel engine, with a maximum speed of 30 mph. This is not as bad as it sounds - it is truly impractical to go over 25 on most of the earth's surfaces and it cuts down on refueling. In Destert Storm US Army VII Corps under General Franks had to wait to refuel their Abrams (with a normal engine), which consequently allowed the Republican Guard to escape and reform. Another advantage of this engine is that it produces far less heat, thus being less vulnerable to infra-red mortar rounds and heat-seeking top-attack ATGMs. Additionally, the curret gast turbine engine produces so much heat that infantrymen cannot follow behind for protection. This engine burns at 1.2 gallons a mile.
For ammunition it uses a scramjet 155mm artillery round, launching it at 50km range. The scramjet basically means the combustion takes place at supersonic air velocities through the engine. The expansion of hot gases after fuel injection and combustion accelerates the exhaus air to a velocity highter than at the inlet and creates positive push. This rocket propelled round hits its target at up to 6.5 mach. Furthermore, it's loaded with Octanitrocubane, the most powerful explosive known to man - although not currently used in the military (Octogen is used at present) - allowing for a much greater punch. This 155mm round (loaded with Octanitrocubane - c8n8016) is referred to in Spanish military jargon as the MARA - while the second type of round, which is designed to be more of a HEAT type round, still powered by scramjet is referred to as the MARB. The Chevalier holds 40 MARAs and 10 MARBs.
http://www.g2mil.com/scramjet.jpg
In the area of armor it has up to 900mm of NERA armor. Although light, this is not a front line vehicle, thus the having heavier armor would be both impracticle and a waste of resources - as the heavier it gets, the slower it drives. Linked with the engine this allows the Chevalier 750km of driving distance on one tank.
For self protection it also has one co-axial MG90, in use by the commander.
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IC:
Macabee :: Chevalier
The Chevalier uses a dynamic new engine system in use by the Merkava 4 of Israel which saves a load of petroleum - giving it twice the distance on one tank, and cutting logistics costs by billions. Military experts figured that a beast over 100 tons going over 40 mph was a waste of resources and a big mistake. Most tactical battles were fought at a much smaller rate - and even it they went faster they were still concluded with the same result. Hence, the engine has been compacted to 1200 hp diesel engine, with a maximum speed of 30 mph. This is not as bad as it sounds - it is truly impractical to go over 25 on most of the earth's surfaces and it cuts down on refueling. In Destert Storm US Army VII Corps under General Franks had to wait to refuel their Abrams (with a normal engine), which consequently allowed the Republican Guard to escape and reform. Another advantage of this engine is that it produces far less heat, thus being less vulnerable to infra-red mortar rounds and heat-seeking top-attack ATGMs. Additionally, the curret gast turbine engine produces so much heat that infantrymen cannot follow behind for protection. This engine burns at 1.2 gallons a mile.
For ammunition it uses a scramjet 155mm artillery round, launching it at 50km range. The scramjet basically means the combustion takes place at supersonic air velocities through the engine. The expansion of hot gases after fuel injection and combustion accelerates the exhaus air to a velocity highter than at the inlet and creates positive push. This rocket propelled round hits its target at up to 6.5 mach. Furthermore, it's loaded with Octanitrocubane, the most powerful explosive known to man - although not currently used in the military (Octogen is used at present) - allowing for a much greater punch. This 155mm round (loaded with Octanitrocubane - c8n8016) is referred to in Spanish military jargon as the MARA - while the second type of round, which is designed to be more of a HEAT type round, still powered by scramjet is referred to as the MARB. The Chevalier holds 40 MARAs and 10 MARBs.
http://www.g2mil.com/scramjet.jpg
In the area of armor it has up to 900mm of NERA armor. Although light, this is not a front line vehicle, thus the having heavier armor would be both impracticle and a waste of resources - as the heavier it gets, the slower it drives. Linked with the engine this allows the Chevalier 750km of driving distance on one tank.
For self protection it also has one co-axial MG90, in use by the commander.
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