NationStates Jolt Archive


PRA does it again! Introducing the Arachne Multiped HMT!

Otagia
13-11-2005, 00:57
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Arachne Multiped Drone Heavy Mini-Tank

Length: 4.3 meters
Height: 2.2 to 2.8 meters
Width: 2.7 meters
Mass: 12 tonnes
Propulsion: Multiped
Max Speed: 50 mph wheeled, 8 mph walking
Power Supply: electro-thermal chemical acceleration unit
Crew: 1 or None (Remote Operation)
Armament: 12mm machine guns OR 20mm grenade launchers (x2, arm mounted); 8mm minigat OR 60mm Thunderbolt Weapon System (underslung); crude manipulation appendages (x2)
Armor: Ballistic ceramics w/ titanium honeycomb
Sensor Suite: Thermographic and ultrasonic sensory systems
OtherDirect neural interface, Virtual HUD, Electronic Warfare Suite, Gecko Climbing System, Pneumatic Grappling Hook
Cost: 2,500,000 USD

The Anansi Mini-Tank's big sister, the Arachne Drone HMT carries an ungodly amount of anti-personnel weaponry, as well as the ability to be converted to AV duty relatively easily. The Arachne's hull is wider than its little brother, but the profile is shortened by slinging the crew compartment back, with the driver in a reclining position. The drone maintains its excellent EWS, as well as its Gecko climbing system.