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IMPERIAL XR-58 INFANTRY SUPPORT DROID TANK
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
- Intent: To create a cutting-edge droid tank for the Tarkin Initiative primarily used for infantry-support on the battlefield
- Image Source: Imperial XR-58 Tank Droid, Advance on Fest!
- Canon Link: None
- Permissions: HAMWAGON Permission
- Primary Source: XR-85 Tank Droid | Tarkin Initiative | Fromm Tower Droid
- Manufacturer: The Trade Federation |:| 900 ABY
- Affiliation: Tarkin Initiative
- Market Status: Closed-Market
- Model: Imperial XR-58 Infantry Support Droid Tank
- Modularity: Imperial Modification Program Installed ( Yes )
- Production: Mass-Produced
- Material:
- Impervium Hull and Armour Plating (Ablative) with Secondary Turadium Armour Plating.
- Myoflex Heat Sinks
- Thermal Gel, Duravlex & Agrinium mesh liner
- combat de-ionizer(s).
- Ultrachrome circuitry, electronics and vehicle components.
- Classification: Droid Tank
- Role: Infantry Support
- Size: Average
- Weight: Average
- Armaments:
- Hydro-servo Bearing Equipped Heavy Railgun Cannon (1) and Fire-linked Heavy Laser Cannons (2)
- Hidden Droid Carbonite Emitter (1), Baragwin Flame Thrower (1)
- Hydro-servo Bearing Equipped Heavy Railgun Cannon (1) and Fire-linked Heavy Laser Cannons (2)
- Defenses: High
- Reinforced Carbon-nanofilament Armor Plating & Enhanced Carbon-Durasteel Armor Reinforcements
- Medium Power Energy-charged Ablative Plating Reinforcements
- Medium Power Droid Renewable Shielding
- Elemental, Physical, and Blaster Attacks
- Maneuverability Rating: Average
- Speed Rating: Average
- Propulsion: Tracks
- Minimum Crew: None
- Optimal Crew: None
- Passenger Capacity: None
- Cargo Capacity: Average
- Dedicated Energy Receptors
- Imperial Myriad Visual System
- Imperial Audio Sensor
- Imperial Communication Module
- Emergency Self-Destruct Mechanism
- Ion Surge Shielding
- Military Grade Reflective Armor
- Fire Suppression System
- Laser Reflective Armor
- S-30 Retention System
- GPO-12 "Ironmaze" Threat-Prevention Suite
- Target Identification Network
- Integrated Heavy Targeting Optics
- 'Electric Eye' weapon optics system
- DB-SR01x Powerslave + 'Tempest' AI
- Quad Photonic Neural Chipset Backup
- Infantry Domination Platform
- Railgun, heavy lasers, flamethrower, and carbonite emitter allow the XR-58 to suppress infantry, clear fortifications, and neutralize hardened targets simultaneously.
- Exceptional Battlefield Awareness
- The Myriad visual systems, Ironmaze threat suite, targeting network, and Tempest AI allow the tank to identify threats, prioritize targets, and operate effectively without crew.
- High Survivability
- Impervium armor, renewable shields, ion protection, fire suppression, and reflective plating make it unusually durable for a support tank.
- Autonomous Combat Capability
- Droid brain redundancy and neural backups allow continued operation even under heavy damage or signal interference.
- High Power Demand
- Shields, AI systems, and advanced optics place heavy strain on the reactor, limiting sustained peak combat output.
- Limited Strategic Mobility
- Tracked propulsion restricts rapid redeployment and makes it less effective in deep maneuver warfare or fast offensive pushes.
- Not a Heavy Breakthrough Tank
- Built for infantry support rather than armor duels; it can threaten heavy vehicles but is not optimized for prolonged anti-armor engagements.
The Imperial XR-58 Infantry Support Droid Tank is a modern autonomous combat platform developed from older designs used by the Trade Federation, rebuilt under the doctrine of the Tarkin Initiative to serve as a durable battlefield support unit. It is designed to accompany infantry formations, providing suppressive fire, clearing fortifications, and stabilizing contested frontlines without risking crew losses.
Its railgun and heavy laser cannons allow it to engage hardened targets at range, while its flamethrower and carbonite emitter make it particularly dangerous in urban or trench warfare. Advanced optics, targeting software, and onboard AI enable it to operate independently or in coordination with Imperial forces.
The XR-58 excels in defensive warfare, occupation security, and city fighting, where its survivability and autonomy can hold ground effectively. However, its complex systems and power demands mean it performs best as a structured support asset rather than a fast breakthrough vehicle.
Out Of Character Info
Intent:
Make a new product
Permissions:
Gat Tambor Permissions
Technical Information
Affiliation:
The Trade Federation and Tarkin Initiative
Modular:
Yes
Material:
Impervium Hull and Armour Plating (Ablative) with Secondary Turadium Armour Plating. Myoflex Heat Sinks Thermal Gel, Duravlex & Agrinium mesh liner combat de-ionizer(s). Ultrachrome circuitry, electronics and vehicle components.
Movement:
Tracks
Armaments:
Heavy Railgun Cannon (1), Fire-linked Heavy Laser Cannons (2)
Hidden Droid Carbonite Emitter (1), Baragwin Flame Thrower (1)
Hidden Droid Carbonite Emitter (1), Baragwin Flame Thrower (1)
Vehicle Type:
Tank
Vehicle Role:
Assault
Defense Rating:
High
Traction Rating:
Average
Top Speed Rating:
Average
Braking Power Rating:
Average
Corner Speed Rating:
Average
Speed Rating:
Average
Acceleration Rating:
Average
Balance Rating:
Average
Maneuverability Rating::
Average
Energy Resist:
Average
Kinetic Resist:
Average
Sonic Resist:
Average
Thermal Resist:
Average
Radiation Resist:
Average
Minimum Crew:
0
Optimal Crew:
0
Cargo Capacity:
Average
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