Approved Vehicle HAVw M12/i Juggernaut

[Amelia von Sorenn]

HAVw M12/i JUGGERNAUT​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

An updated variant of the HAVw A12 Juggernaut for use by the Mandalorian Empire

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	HAVw A6 Juggernaut
	HAVt B5 Juggernaut
	HCVw A9 Turbo Tank
Primary Link(s)	HAVw A12 Juggernaut

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Systems
Affiliation	Mandalorian Empire
Model	HAVw M12/i
Modularity	Yes
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Mass-Produced

Materials

Hull Plating	Internal Structure	Additional
Mandalorian Iron	Duralloy	Chromium
Nyix-Alloy	Titanium	Crystasteel
Doonium	Aluminium	Trimantium
Trimantium	Duraplast	Vehicle Components

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Heavy Assault Vehicle
Role(s)	Heavy Armor
	Troop Transport
Size	Very Large
Weight	Very Heavy

Rating Specifications

Armaments	Very High
Defenses	High
Maneuverability	Very Low
Speed	High
Propulsion	Wheels

Armaments and Defenses

(3) Mk 1e/W Heavy Laser Cannon Turrets	AR-0B Damage Reduction Component
(4) Medium Anti-Personnel Laser Cannons	Deflector Shield Generator
(4) Retractable DF-90 Mortars	Reinforced Heavy Ablative Armor
(20) T-289 Gas Grenades	(10) Missile Deactivation Transmitters
(30) C-25 Fragmentation Grenades	(4) MJU-9G Flare Dispensers
(20) R-9 Flash Canisters	(4) MPL-57
(30) V-59 Concussion Grenades	(40) Smoke Grenades
(2) Retractable Missile Launchers
(20) HE Missiles

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND LOGISTICS

Crew Compliment	1 Vehicle Commander
	14 Pilots
	16 Gunners
	8 Technicians
Minimum Crew	16 Individuals
Passenger Capacity	250 Mandalorians
	50 War Droids
Alternate Configuration	100 Mandalorians
	50 War Droids
	10 Speeder Bikes
	2 Light Walkers
Cargo Capacity	45 Metric tons
Consumables	60 Galactic Standard Days

SPECIAL FEATURES

Aerial Sensor CO-0012 Energy Coupler Stabilizer Rover Surveillance Tagger Drive shaft FW62 Compact Fusion Drive System Sentry Tower Dual Control Cabin (3) Bacta Tanks (1) 2-1B Surgical Droid (2) FX-10 Medical Assistant Droids

STRENGTHS

Deployment Zone Saturation - The HAVw M12/i features integrated DF-90 mortars and missile launchers, which are purpose-built to blanket deployment zones, trench lines, and urban choke points, allowing it to violently clear and suppress enemy positions before infantry disembarkment.

Exceptional Troop and Asset Capacity - These vehicles are capable of transporting massive numbers of Mandalorian infantry, war droids, and even lighter vehicles, with the Juggernaut functioning as a mobile forward base rather than a simple Armored Personnel Carrier.

Integrated Frontline Medical Support - Unlike its predecessor, the HAVw M12/i carries bacta tanks and dedicated medical droids, enabling it to stabilize and treat wounded infantry without immediate evacuation from the battlefield, greatly increasing survivability and lowering casualty rates.

Sentry Tower - Each HAVw M12/i is equipped with a specialized tower that houses sophisticated sensor arrays and additional communications equipment, with these towers being utilized in collecting information and relaying it to assist onboard gunners in targeting enemy positions. These towers can also be utilized to keep a lookout for enemy forces, as it provides a commanding view of the surrounding area.

Redundant Crew and Control Systems - Extensive crew specialization, onboard technicians, and dual control cabins - that allow the vehicle to be controlled more easily and offset the time required to turn the vehicle around by simply allowing it to be driven from the other end - allow the vehicle to remain combat-effective even after sustaining internal damage or crew casualties.

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WEAKNESSES

Extremely Low Maneuverability - Its massive chassis and wheel-based propulsion severely limit turning radius and responsiveness, making it ill-suited for dense urban environments or tight terrain.

Vulnerability to Coordinated Anti-Vehicle Tactics - The HAVw M12/i is highly susceptible to swarm attacks, terrain traps, and precision strikes against its mobility systems; all of which have the potential to neutralize the Juggernaut despite its heavy armor.

Sentry Tower - Though providing a commanding view of the surrounding area, the observation tower is an easy target for enemy forces, with the loss of the tower meaning the loss of the sophisticated sensor array and communications systems. This can result in losing contact with friendly forces and a reliance on ground sensors, which can leave the Juggernaut vulnerable to attacks from aircraft or other vehicles not in its direct line of sight.

Drive Shaft - Despite advances in technology and designs, these crucial mechanical components remain easily disabled and nearly impossible to repair in the field. A damaged drive shaft can render the HAVw M12/i incapable of maneuvering over rough terrain in the best of cases, and in the worst scenario, a broken drive shaft can render the vehicle a sitting target incapable of moving.

Not a Solo Combat Platform - The HAVw M12/i was designed to work in tandem with infantry and support elements. Without infantry, escort vehicles, or air cover, these vehicles are far less effective and more vulnerable than lighter, more flexible armored units. Additionally, its sheer size makes concealment nearly impossible, rendering it a priority target for air strikes and heavy anti-armor weapons.

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DESCRIPTION

The HAVw M12/i Juggernaut represents the Mandalorian Empire's evolution of the venerable Juggernaut platform, rebuilt not merely as a transport, but as a moving bastion of war. Manufactured by Aether Systems, the M12/i refines the older HAVw A12 design once fielded by the Galactic Alliance, replacing generalized military doctrine with brutal Mandalorian efficiency. Designed to punch directly through contested frontlines, the M12/i advances under heavy armor and shielding, saturating enemy positions with mortar fire and missile barrages before disgorging entire companies of Mandalorian warriors and war droids into the breach. Its cavernous interior can be rapidly reconfigured to support mechanized infantry assaults, mixed-unit deployments, or armored spearheads featuring speeder bikes and light walkers. Though the HAVw M12/i features increased speed and can vastly outpace its predecessors, its bulk and sheer mass still leave it at the mercy of faster-moving, lighter vehicles as well as strikes from enemies that are not in its direct line of sight. Additionally, unlike earlier variants, the HAVw M12/i doubles as a frontline casualty support platform and is equipped with integrated bacta tanks and medical droids. This allows wounded Mandalorians to be treated and returned to combat without retreat, reinforcing the Mandalorian Empire's relentless advance. While its sheer mass and low maneuverability prevent subtlety, the HAVw M12/i was never meant nor designed to be subtle. It is a declaration of intent - an armored war caravan built to carry Mandalorians directly into the heart of battle and keep them there until the objective is secured, be it by allowing Mandalorians to advance under a screen of smoke or supported by a barrage of varying grenades.

 

[Darth Prazutis]

Under Review.

 

[Darth Prazutis]

Amelia von Sorenn

Looks good. Approved.