The Baxter Engineering Tank and Thunder Aller

 Posted on August 24, 2023  |   2 min  |   361 words  |   DP9 Contributors

ENT-2 BAXTER

The Baxter answers a need for a dedicated battlefield “towtruck” capable of salvaging the heaviest Main Battle Tank. The Baxter is based on the chassis of the Klemm, the most common light battle tank in the Norlight army. In this case, however, the chassis has been extensively modified and strengthened for its new role. The engine and transmission have both been replaced by more powerful systems for an increased towing capacity. The turret is a new high torque model that carries a sturdy crane capable of lifting nearly 50 tons with the tank appropriately braced. A hydraulically activated earthmoving blade is attached to the front of the hull for filling in ditches and digging earthworks. Attachment points for digging cannons are provided on both sides of the hull, which also features numerous handles and tie- down rings. The Northern Guard engineering companies attached to mechanized units always have at least one Baxter in service, more if they can manage to get them. Since they are unarmed, Baxters are kept out of the way during battles.

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The Caprice Reubeni Attack Trike

 Posted on August 17, 2023  |   2 min  |   307 words  |   DP9 Contributors

The Reubeni attack trike is based on a scouting and exploration all-terrain vehicle that was itself derived from the Mule all-purpose truck. Except for the addition of armament and some performance tune-ups, the vehicle is basically the same. Most of the time, the guns are taken from downed corporate units: the most common configuration mounts a light rifle and a light machinegun scavenged from other vehicles. The fire control system is simple but reliable and uses remote bore-sighted gun cameras to relay targeting information to the gunner’s display. A makeshift gunnery station occupies the space previously reserved for a bunk area.

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The Heavy Shooter Dartjäger

 Posted on August 10, 2023  |   3 min  |   500 words  |   DP9 Contributors

OACS-O1M/HRRV HEAVY SHOOTER DARTJÄGER

The Dartjäger rapid deployment vehicle has had a distinguished period of service, being deployed across the Badlands and the Antarctic to deal rapidly with trouble spots. The relatively light weapons payload of the Dart has been problematic for its pilots, however. Deploying well ahead of any fire-support units, Dart pilots can rapidly find themselves out-gunned if the opposition they face proves greater than anticipated by intelligence reports. A rapid-deployment fire-support vehicle was needed to travel alongside Dartjägers, so MILICIA technicians set to work. It was critical that the unit — dubbed the Heavy Shooter — be able to match the standard Dart pace for pace, so it quickly became clear that multiple heavy weapons would prove too heavy for the task at hand. A Rucker unguided mortar was chosen for its durability and low price-tag; all other weapons were stripped to save weight. The disadvantage of the mortar is its inability to fire at close range, forcing the Heavy Shooter to hang back from the main body of the unit it is supporting. In 1950 the success of the Dartjäger led to it being a test platform for more powerful mortars. Similar in size to the previous mortar, the newer weapon system provides an improved payload, while remaining lightweight, at the expense of a bit of ammunition storage. These changes have made it less effective in prolonged engagements, but still ample for the shorter skirmishes it’s designed for. To prevent a failure of communication due to harsh conditions or electronic counter measures, the Gear is also equipped with an Obelisk Electronics VOX-90 communications system.

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Categories: blitz rpg  Tags: HGB3.1 

Perseus Rapid Recon

 Posted on July 27, 2023  |   2 min  |   404 words  |   DP9 Contributors

PA-PX07 Perseus

The Perseus was one of the latest designs to originate from the depths of the Paxton Karaq Wastes Research and Development facility. Meant to serve in a multi-role scout/harasser capacity, the Perseus’s primary mission would be to detect any large force heading towards Peace River, perform hit and run attacks along their entire advance, and to continue to do so in their rear once the enemy force had reached their destination.

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Guag Caprice Engineering Mount

 Posted on July 20, 2023  |   2 min  |   295 words  |   DP9 Contributors

Hamath Guag

The Hamath Guag is a newer variant of the popular Hamath mount. The Guag’s creation can be directly attributed to the CEF’s initial failure to secure all of Terra Nova. The drawn out conflict was not something that Caprician military forces were prepared for, and equipment was found lacking in some areas. One major area is battlefield recovery. Due to the size and shape of mounts, traditional recovery methods are hard to utilize. Mounts cannot be readily towed by other vehicles and their legs tend to sprawl out when placed on transport. The Guag uses a crane and a series of pulleys to lift immobilized mounts (or portions of them) while field repairs are performed. The Guag cannot reliably haul other mounts around or tow them back to a field depot. To help keep it safe while it is doing repairs, the Guag mounts a small rotary cannon with a limited ammo supply. This has not proven to be a major issue though as Caprician units tend to hold position around mounts being recovered. This not only protects the Guag but also is critical to ensure potentially recoverable mounts don’t fall into enemy hands.

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The Lion Roars

 Posted on July 13, 2023  |   3 min  |   485 words  |   DP9 Contributors

Lion Mountaineering Gear

The Lion was rolled after the Interpolar War as a heavy strike gear. The overall design is larger than most gears of its class while also retaining a higher degree of dexterity than models such as the Grizzly. The purpose of this design is to offer an intermediary assault unit to Northern armies. The design team mounted a variety of handheld weapons, backed up by long range artillery rockets. The gear was provided with climbing equipment as well to ensure good operational mobility in the northern hemisphere.The Lion was praised by commanders everywhere for its engineered feats not previously available. But many pilots viewed it as being less versatile. Detractors pointed to its lower overall speed and performance compared to a Jaguar while simultaneously having a more limited weapon suite compared to fire support gears.Ultimately, commanders everywhere were impressed enough to push for more Lions and the production skyrocketed. In the turbulent second CEF invasion of Terra Nova, the Lion proved the northern commanders right. Its unique weapon loadout combined with its advanced integrated targeting computer demonstrated success as they went toe to toe with CEF frames. Its ability to traverse mountains and leverage its heavy fire on the enemy has proven invaluable on the UMF frontlines around Lyonesse. The pilots who’ve lived to tell their story explain a new respect for the beast.Northco has taken notice and even expanded the line, adding more weapon packages to its catalog. Commanders in the North have been begging for a command unit and they now come with Thunder and SECCOM upgrades similar to the Jaguar.

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The Peace River Myrmidon

 Posted on June 29, 2023  |   3 min  |   432 words  |   DP9 Contributors

Peace River Myrmidon

PA-MX01 Myrmidon

With the success of the initial prototypes of the Warrior Elite came additional funding, resources and an extended research and development profile. The extended profile called for the research and development of four additional Gear designs to fill a wide range of mission requirements. The first of these, meant to fill the role of heavy assault Gear, was given the name Myrmidon.

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