Tocrowkia
17-09-2007, 03:43
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TLF-127 "Valhalla" Advanced Air Superiority Fighter
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History:
The TLF-127 Valhalla traces it's origins back to late 2005, in which the Tocrowkian Reich fought in several wars, but one in particular caught the notice of Tocrowkian Commanders. The war against Velkyan forces in and over the nation known as Comatica. During the war, The Tocrowkian Luftwaffe found it self at a disadvantage against Velkyan Air Superiority fighters, both foreign and domestically produced.
This was obviously unacceptable, so with approval from the Reich Interior Ministry, the entity responsible for allocating funds, the Luftwaffe launched the "Advanced Modern Air Supremacy Fighter" project, or AMASF as far acronyms go.
Despite the various political and financial problems the project endured during the three regime changers the Reich went through during the year of 2006, the AMASF was recently concluded, bearing the fruit that is the TLF-127 Valhalla, tailored as a direct rival to the similarly designated Velkyan IF-23 Valkyrie.
Airframe:
The airframe of the TLF-127 reflects the goal of the AMASF, which was to create an advanced, low-visibility and high-efficiency airframe. To accomplish this goal, the traditional idea of a mostly-steel airframe was discarded in favor of replacing as many parts as possible with composite materials.
Thermoplastics, ceramics and titanium alloys all played their part in this goal. Another requirement of the AMASF, however, was that the fighter be as light as possible, thus decreasing fuel-guzzling and increasing fuel-efficiency.
With this in mind, Tocrowkian scientists set about assembling the materials needed in any fighter such as wires using the process Deposition, which is to assemble an object or item from the atom up. The result was a collection of ultra-light weight and extremely efficient materials.
To match the needs and expectations of current fighters, the Valhalla also sports an efficient two-dimensional thrust vectoring system which not only enhances the maneuverability of the fighter, but reduces the infrared signature given by the engines considerably, reducing the possibility of any infrared missile successfully targeting, much less destroying the fighter.
With the fighter being much lighter, it would not only reduce fuel-requirements and logistical strain, but also make it highly maneuverable. In sticking with the Luftwaffe's current policy of "No Fancy Stuff", the Valhalla uses tried and true Boosted two spool technology for it's propulsion system.
Avionics:
As a cutting-edge fighter, the Valhalla is of course equipped with cutting edge Avionics. The electronic systems aboard the Valhalla aim and seemingly achieve it's primary goal: To enhance pilot efficiency, decrease pilot workload and give the fighter as much of an advantage in a battle as possible.
With this in mind, the Valhalla is a Fly-by-optics system. Unlike the traditional fly-by-wire systems used on military aircraft, Fly-by-optics systems are immune to electromagnetic interference and have the ability to transfer data at higher speeds.
Also in keeping with current trends in fighter design, the primary sensory system of the Valhalla is the Willhuf Dynamic Electronics HI/LR-All Weather Active Electronically Scanned Array RADAR. As AESA RADARS are both more simplistic and much more efficient, it is little surprise that they are found on most contemporary fighters. Also featured is the Willhulf Dynamic Electronics HE-27 "Whisper" communications suite.
Following that, a combined LIDAR, infrared and GPS guidance suite also add to the target tracking systems. Target acquisition is done via the helmet-mounted "Vindicare" system, which allows the pilot to both track and fire at targets in a near 180-degree angle.
An Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) System is also included. Infrared and electro-optical systems, along with a electronic counter-measure suite is also included to compete against other stealth aircraft.
Also, a feature found only in Tocrowkian versions of the aircraft(and obviously, not any export versions) is a constant link to the Reich's "Overlord" battle-networking system, a complex system of satellites orbiting over any given battlefield, It tracks the movements of ships, friendly aircraft and ground units down to the battalion level, and the supposed and confirmed location of enemy units.
This both reduces the chance of friendly fire incidents, and allows the Valhalla to provide both quick and deadly support friendly units in the area.
Stealth:
Another objective of the AMASF was to build a stealthy aircraft, capable of slipping in and out of enemy airspace undetected, and rapidly gain air superiority in the area by remaining invisible to enemy sensors. The obvious advantages of offensive operations aside, each Valhalla is regarded as a large investment of funds, and is thusly expected to have good survivability.
Almost every aspect of the Valhalla reflects this goal. Aside from the extensive use of composite materials to reduce the Radar cross section (RCS) of the airframe, it also makes extensive use of radar absorbing material, especially in the paint. Even the cockpit and canopy is coated in a layer of indium tin oxide to prevent RADAR waves from entering the canopy and bouncing off the pilot.
The Valhalla's airframe it self is also designed to enhance it's stealthy nature. It is constructed in such a way to deflect RADAR and prevent detection, such as the absence of large protruding fins and the possession of a generally small and angular body.
Care has also been taken to reduce the Valhalla's infrared signature. A variety of pipes distribute heat evenly among the airframe and away from the engines.
Armament:
The Valhalla, in order to match contemporary fighters also houses it's weapons in a single internal bay. The munitions them selves are held in place by a single rotary launcher, capable of holding a total of eight medium sized missiles/bombs each. It can also hold up to eight more missiles on it's wings, but due to the obvious effect of increasing the visibility and decreasing the performance of the fighter, this is avoided. Also housed internally under the nose of the aircraft is a Mauser BK-27 autocannon.
General Specifications:
Type: Air Superiority Fighter
Length: 19 Meters
Wingspan: 15 Meters
Height: 6 Meters
Propulsion: 2x "Warlock" Boosted two spool turbofans
Total Net Thrust: 80,000 kgf
Empty Weight: 20,000 kg
Maximum Take-Off Weight: 50,00 kg
Minimum Fuel Weight (0.25): 13,500 kg
Maximum Fuel Weight (0.35): 20,400 kg
Limit Per/Number of Pylon(s): Eight internal, eight external
Normal Payload: 8,500 kg
Maximum Payload: 14,000 kg
Normal Combat Weight: 54,000 kg
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio: 1.4
Combat Range: 3,000 kilometers
Ferry Range: 5,900 kilometers
Operational Ceiling/Altitude: 21 kilometers
Maximum Altitude: 25 kilometers
Cruising Speed: Mach 1.1
Supercruising Speed: Mach 1.7
Maximum Speed: Mach 2.2
Crew (List): 1
Price: $200,000,000
Production rights are not available for purchase at this time.
TLF-127 "Valhalla" Advanced Air Superiority Fighter
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/jay3135/phones/tocraft.png
History:
The TLF-127 Valhalla traces it's origins back to late 2005, in which the Tocrowkian Reich fought in several wars, but one in particular caught the notice of Tocrowkian Commanders. The war against Velkyan forces in and over the nation known as Comatica. During the war, The Tocrowkian Luftwaffe found it self at a disadvantage against Velkyan Air Superiority fighters, both foreign and domestically produced.
This was obviously unacceptable, so with approval from the Reich Interior Ministry, the entity responsible for allocating funds, the Luftwaffe launched the "Advanced Modern Air Supremacy Fighter" project, or AMASF as far acronyms go.
Despite the various political and financial problems the project endured during the three regime changers the Reich went through during the year of 2006, the AMASF was recently concluded, bearing the fruit that is the TLF-127 Valhalla, tailored as a direct rival to the similarly designated Velkyan IF-23 Valkyrie.
Airframe:
The airframe of the TLF-127 reflects the goal of the AMASF, which was to create an advanced, low-visibility and high-efficiency airframe. To accomplish this goal, the traditional idea of a mostly-steel airframe was discarded in favor of replacing as many parts as possible with composite materials.
Thermoplastics, ceramics and titanium alloys all played their part in this goal. Another requirement of the AMASF, however, was that the fighter be as light as possible, thus decreasing fuel-guzzling and increasing fuel-efficiency.
With this in mind, Tocrowkian scientists set about assembling the materials needed in any fighter such as wires using the process Deposition, which is to assemble an object or item from the atom up. The result was a collection of ultra-light weight and extremely efficient materials.
To match the needs and expectations of current fighters, the Valhalla also sports an efficient two-dimensional thrust vectoring system which not only enhances the maneuverability of the fighter, but reduces the infrared signature given by the engines considerably, reducing the possibility of any infrared missile successfully targeting, much less destroying the fighter.
With the fighter being much lighter, it would not only reduce fuel-requirements and logistical strain, but also make it highly maneuverable. In sticking with the Luftwaffe's current policy of "No Fancy Stuff", the Valhalla uses tried and true Boosted two spool technology for it's propulsion system.
Avionics:
As a cutting-edge fighter, the Valhalla is of course equipped with cutting edge Avionics. The electronic systems aboard the Valhalla aim and seemingly achieve it's primary goal: To enhance pilot efficiency, decrease pilot workload and give the fighter as much of an advantage in a battle as possible.
With this in mind, the Valhalla is a Fly-by-optics system. Unlike the traditional fly-by-wire systems used on military aircraft, Fly-by-optics systems are immune to electromagnetic interference and have the ability to transfer data at higher speeds.
Also in keeping with current trends in fighter design, the primary sensory system of the Valhalla is the Willhuf Dynamic Electronics HI/LR-All Weather Active Electronically Scanned Array RADAR. As AESA RADARS are both more simplistic and much more efficient, it is little surprise that they are found on most contemporary fighters. Also featured is the Willhulf Dynamic Electronics HE-27 "Whisper" communications suite.
Following that, a combined LIDAR, infrared and GPS guidance suite also add to the target tracking systems. Target acquisition is done via the helmet-mounted "Vindicare" system, which allows the pilot to both track and fire at targets in a near 180-degree angle.
An Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) System is also included. Infrared and electro-optical systems, along with a electronic counter-measure suite is also included to compete against other stealth aircraft.
Also, a feature found only in Tocrowkian versions of the aircraft(and obviously, not any export versions) is a constant link to the Reich's "Overlord" battle-networking system, a complex system of satellites orbiting over any given battlefield, It tracks the movements of ships, friendly aircraft and ground units down to the battalion level, and the supposed and confirmed location of enemy units.
This both reduces the chance of friendly fire incidents, and allows the Valhalla to provide both quick and deadly support friendly units in the area.
Stealth:
Another objective of the AMASF was to build a stealthy aircraft, capable of slipping in and out of enemy airspace undetected, and rapidly gain air superiority in the area by remaining invisible to enemy sensors. The obvious advantages of offensive operations aside, each Valhalla is regarded as a large investment of funds, and is thusly expected to have good survivability.
Almost every aspect of the Valhalla reflects this goal. Aside from the extensive use of composite materials to reduce the Radar cross section (RCS) of the airframe, it also makes extensive use of radar absorbing material, especially in the paint. Even the cockpit and canopy is coated in a layer of indium tin oxide to prevent RADAR waves from entering the canopy and bouncing off the pilot.
The Valhalla's airframe it self is also designed to enhance it's stealthy nature. It is constructed in such a way to deflect RADAR and prevent detection, such as the absence of large protruding fins and the possession of a generally small and angular body.
Care has also been taken to reduce the Valhalla's infrared signature. A variety of pipes distribute heat evenly among the airframe and away from the engines.
Armament:
The Valhalla, in order to match contemporary fighters also houses it's weapons in a single internal bay. The munitions them selves are held in place by a single rotary launcher, capable of holding a total of eight medium sized missiles/bombs each. It can also hold up to eight more missiles on it's wings, but due to the obvious effect of increasing the visibility and decreasing the performance of the fighter, this is avoided. Also housed internally under the nose of the aircraft is a Mauser BK-27 autocannon.
General Specifications:
Type: Air Superiority Fighter
Length: 19 Meters
Wingspan: 15 Meters
Height: 6 Meters
Propulsion: 2x "Warlock" Boosted two spool turbofans
Total Net Thrust: 80,000 kgf
Empty Weight: 20,000 kg
Maximum Take-Off Weight: 50,00 kg
Minimum Fuel Weight (0.25): 13,500 kg
Maximum Fuel Weight (0.35): 20,400 kg
Limit Per/Number of Pylon(s): Eight internal, eight external
Normal Payload: 8,500 kg
Maximum Payload: 14,000 kg
Normal Combat Weight: 54,000 kg
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio: 1.4
Combat Range: 3,000 kilometers
Ferry Range: 5,900 kilometers
Operational Ceiling/Altitude: 21 kilometers
Maximum Altitude: 25 kilometers
Cruising Speed: Mach 1.1
Supercruising Speed: Mach 1.7
Maximum Speed: Mach 2.2
Crew (List): 1
Price: $200,000,000
Production rights are not available for purchase at this time.