Wesley Vos
Character
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Affiliation: The New Order
Manufacturer: Imperium Forge Works
Model: TIE/hk Hurrikane, models -fb and -f
Modularity: Limited. The Hurrikane may swap out its rear turret cannon for twin laser cannons and upgraded shields.
Production: Mass Produced for TNO only.
Material: Durasteel, Titanium alloy, Starfighter components.
Classification: Starfighter/Fighter-bomber or Starfighter (depending on components)
Length: 14 meters
Height: 6 meters
Width: 4 meters including turret.
Armament: 8 (TIE/hk-fb) -or- 7 (TIE/hk-f)
2 forward-firing laser cannons
1 turret mounted IFW L-r9.8x repeating laser cannon (TIE/hk-fb) -OR- 1 turret mounted laser cannon (TIE/hk-f)
2 forward firing multi-purpose warhead launchers (4 torpedos each)
Defenses: 10 (TIE/hk-fb) -OR- 11 (TIE/hk-f)
A TIE/hk-fb, which carries a turreted repeating cannon, is the standard model for the Hurrikane. It carries titanium alloy armor plating as well as light shielding. The TIE/hk-f, which has twin laser cannons instead of the repeating cannon, has slightly upgraded shields.
Squadron Count: Typical squadron size is twelve fighters.
Special Features: Requires a second crew member to crew the dorsal turret.
Maneuverability Rating:
TIE/hk-fb: 2.5 in space, 5 in atmosphere
TIE/hk-f: 2.5
Speed Rating:
TIE/hk-fb: 2.5 in space, 5 in atmosphere
TIE/hk-f: 2.5
Hyperdrive Class:
TIE/hk-fb: x2
TIE/hk-f: x2
Strengths (most for standard TIE/hk-fb):
- Modularity - can be used in several different roles, depending on the model.
- Heavy forward and dorsal weaponry (-fb and -f)
- Dorsal turret provides covering fire for forward and rear firing arcs (-fb)
Weaknesses:
- Limited atmospheric speed and maneuverability (-fb and -f)
- Requires two crew members per fighter (-fb)
- Reduced speed and maneuverability (-fb and -f)
Description: The TIE/hk was developed by TNO after Colonel Vos took over the Special Operations division. He decided that Spec-Ops needed a dedicated fighter-bomber and worked with Imperium Forge Works to design it. Its initial production was limited to the New Order Special Forces, with further production solely to the New Order military.
The development team started with a standard TIE fighter, then lengthened the rear to allow for a turret and gunner to be added to the model. They then cut the standard ball cockpit almost in half, slightly reducing ventral visibility, and lengthened the nose to allow for the twin launchers to be added. The starboard and port pylons were removed and replaced with wings, at the end of which were a pair of laser cannons. The twin ion engines were then returned to the rear of the fighter, giving it an elongated but relatively sleek look and, in fact, a smaller targeting profile than most TIE models had. The extra weight from the turret and additional generator used to power the repeating laser cannon significantly decreased atmospheric maneuverability in the -fb model.
Development Thread: If needed.
Intent: I designed this for Wes's units on TRF and wanted to bring it with him over here. It's a unique design, and I want to continue using it.
Who Can Use This: The New Order, particularly TNO special forces.
Primary Source: N/A
Affiliation: The New Order
Manufacturer: Imperium Forge Works
Model: TIE/hk Hurrikane, models -fb and -f
Modularity: Limited. The Hurrikane may swap out its rear turret cannon for twin laser cannons and upgraded shields.
Production: Mass Produced for TNO only.
Material: Durasteel, Titanium alloy, Starfighter components.
Classification: Starfighter/Fighter-bomber or Starfighter (depending on components)
Length: 14 meters
Height: 6 meters
Width: 4 meters including turret.
Armament: 8 (TIE/hk-fb) -or- 7 (TIE/hk-f)
2 forward-firing laser cannons
1 turret mounted IFW L-r9.8x repeating laser cannon (TIE/hk-fb) -OR- 1 turret mounted laser cannon (TIE/hk-f)
2 forward firing multi-purpose warhead launchers (4 torpedos each)
Defenses: 10 (TIE/hk-fb) -OR- 11 (TIE/hk-f)
A TIE/hk-fb, which carries a turreted repeating cannon, is the standard model for the Hurrikane. It carries titanium alloy armor plating as well as light shielding. The TIE/hk-f, which has twin laser cannons instead of the repeating cannon, has slightly upgraded shields.
Squadron Count: Typical squadron size is twelve fighters.
Special Features: Requires a second crew member to crew the dorsal turret.
Maneuverability Rating:
TIE/hk-fb: 2.5 in space, 5 in atmosphere
TIE/hk-f: 2.5
Speed Rating:
TIE/hk-fb: 2.5 in space, 5 in atmosphere
TIE/hk-f: 2.5
Hyperdrive Class:
TIE/hk-fb: x2
TIE/hk-f: x2
Strengths (most for standard TIE/hk-fb):
- Modularity - can be used in several different roles, depending on the model.
- Heavy forward and dorsal weaponry (-fb and -f)
- Dorsal turret provides covering fire for forward and rear firing arcs (-fb)
Weaknesses:
- Limited atmospheric speed and maneuverability (-fb and -f)
- Requires two crew members per fighter (-fb)
- Reduced speed and maneuverability (-fb and -f)
Description: The TIE/hk was developed by TNO after Colonel Vos took over the Special Operations division. He decided that Spec-Ops needed a dedicated fighter-bomber and worked with Imperium Forge Works to design it. Its initial production was limited to the New Order Special Forces, with further production solely to the New Order military.
The development team started with a standard TIE fighter, then lengthened the rear to allow for a turret and gunner to be added to the model. They then cut the standard ball cockpit almost in half, slightly reducing ventral visibility, and lengthened the nose to allow for the twin launchers to be added. The starboard and port pylons were removed and replaced with wings, at the end of which were a pair of laser cannons. The twin ion engines were then returned to the rear of the fighter, giving it an elongated but relatively sleek look and, in fact, a smaller targeting profile than most TIE models had. The extra weight from the turret and additional generator used to power the repeating laser cannon significantly decreased atmospheric maneuverability in the -fb model.
Development Thread: If needed.
Intent: I designed this for Wes's units on TRF and wanted to bring it with him over here. It's a unique design, and I want to continue using it.
Who Can Use This: The New Order, particularly TNO special forces.
Primary Source: N/A