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	| image = [[Image:Zero ASF TRO3050U.png|191px]]		| image = [[Image:Zero ASF TRO3050U.png|191px]]
−	| name = ''Zero''	+	| name = Zero
	| manufacturer = [[Blow/Hookson Technologies]]		| manufacturer = [[Blow/Hookson Technologies]]
	| model = ZRO-114		| model = ZRO-114
−	| Class = Light aerospace fighter	+	| Class = Light AeroSpace Fighter
	| Tech Base = Star League		| Tech Base = Star League
	| production year = 2703		| production year = 2703
	| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3635/zero-zro-114 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>		| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3635/zero-zro-114 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
−	| Cost = 1,601,545 [[C-bill]]s<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref>	+	| Cost = 1,601,545<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref>
	| mass = 35 tons		| mass = 35 tons
	| structural integrity = 7<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref>		| structural integrity = 7<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref>
−	| frame = [[Saroyan Cavalier]]	+	| frame = Saroyan Cavalier
−	| power plant = [[Bangkock 140]] [[fusion engine]]	+	| power plant = Bangkock 140 [[Fusion Engine]]
−	| armor = [[SlabPanzer V]]
	| Fuel = 400 points<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref>		| Fuel = 400 points<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref>
−	| armament =	+	| armament = * 1 [[Large Laser]]
−	* 1x [[Large laser]]	+	* 1 [[LRM-10]]
−	* 1x [[LRM-10]]	+	* 1 [[Medium Laser]]
−	* 1x [[Medium laser]]
	| communications system = [[Orbitcom Model 11]]		| communications system = [[Orbitcom Model 11]]
	| tracking & targeting system = [[PS/1/12]]		| tracking & targeting system = [[PS/1/12]]
−	| heat sinks = 10 [[single heat sink]]s	+	| heat sinks = 10
	| BV (1.0) = 738<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 57</ref>		| BV (1.0) = 738<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 57</ref>
	| BV (2.0) = 881<ref name=TR3050>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 230-231, "Zero Fighter Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 326</ref>		| BV (2.0) = 881<ref name=TR3050>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 230-231, "Zero Fighter Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 326</ref>
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	==Description==		==Description==
−	The '''''Zero''''' debuted in 2703 as a light, well-armed and armored [[aerospace fighter]] for the [[SLDF]]. It was designed with heavy firepower usable at a variety of ranges, while also being faster and better-armored than other light fighters. In particular, the ''Zero''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s wings are mounted in front of the pilot, along with the engine cooling system, as a means of providing protection against ground fire during an assault. The wings of the ''Zero'' can also fold back, not only saving hangar space but also enabling a couple of unique tactics. During atmospheric operations, folding the wings can allow for an extra burst of speed, especially in a dive, while another tactic used by ''Zero'' pilots is to fold the wings while approaching the atmospheric interface; by deploying the wings at just the right moment, the ''Zero'' can literally bounce off the atmosphere.<ref name=TR3050/>	+	The '''''Zero''''' debuted in 2703 as a light, well-armed and armored [[AeroSpace Fighter]] for the [[SLDF]]. It was designed with heavy firepower at a variety of ranges, while also being faster and better-armored than other light fighters. In particular, the ''Zero'''s wings are mounted in front of the pilot, along with the engine cooling system, as a means of providing protection against ground fire during an assault. The wings of the ''Zero'' can also fold back, saving hangar space, but also enabling a couple of unique tactics. During atmospheric operations, folding the wings can allow for an extra burst of speed, especially in a dive.  Another tactic used by ''Zero'' pilots is to fold the wings while approaching the atmospheric interface.  By deploying the wings at just the right moment, the ''Zero'' can literally bounce off the atmosphere.<ref name=TR3050/>
−	The ''Zero''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s only drawback is its dispersed fuel system, with five separate tanks holding a ton each of fuel.  Should the battle computer malfunction or one of the myriad fuel lines connecting them be severed, the ''Zero'' can easily lose most of its fuel in a matter of seconds. Though the fuel lines and the craft itself are well-protected with 10 tons of [[standard armor]], ''Zero'' pilots must be well aware of this potential problem.<ref name=TR3050/><ref name=TR2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 64-65</ref>	+	The ''Zero'''s only drawback is its dispersed fuel system, with five separate tanks holding a ton each of fuel.  Should the battle computer malfunction or one of the myriad fuel lines connecting them be severed, the ''Zero'' can easily lose most of its fuel in a matter of seconds. Though the fuel lines, and the craft itself, are well-protected with ten tons of standard armor, ''Zero'' pilots must be well aware of this potential problem.<ref name=TR3050/><ref name=TR2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 64-65</ref>
−	''Zeroes'' disappeared from the [[Inner Sphere]] during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], though [[ComStar]] was able to maintain, and later upgrade, their stock of fighters for use during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], and the [[Clans]] maintained a few for use by disreputable, or ''[[solahma]]'', units. Since then, ComStar and [[Word of Blake]] have begun deploying upgraded versions of the fighter more frequently in the [[Chaos March]].<ref name=TR3050/>	+	''Zeroes'' disappeared from the [[Inner Sphere]] during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], though [[ComStar]] was able to maintain, and later upgrade, their stock of fighters for use during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], and the [[Clans]] maintained a few for use by disreputable, or ''[[solahma]]'', units. Since then, ComStar and [[Word of Blake]] have begun deploying upgraded versions of the fighter more frequently in the [[Chaos March]].<ref name=TR3050/>
	==Weapons and Equipment==		==Weapons and Equipment==
−	The ''Zero''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s weapon systems are all tried and battle-tested. The [[Holly]] [[LRM-10]] system provides it with long range firepower, while the two [[Blow/Hookson Technologies]] laser systems, the [[Blow Mark III]] [[large laser]] and [[Blow Mark II]] [[medium laser]], are dependable and durable in even the most extreme situations. The large laser is also unique in that the pilot can adjust its focus between five different settings in mid-flight. At its narrowest the Mark III is capable of producing a devastating coherent beam, while at its widest it can disrupt the target's electronics and tracking system. Other lasers, including the Mark II, can only be adjusted by a ground crew and are typically set to produce a concentrated beam.<ref name=TR3050/><ref name=TR2750/>	+	The ''Zero'''s weapon systems are all tried and battle-tested. The Holly [[LRM|LRM-10]] system provides it with long range firepower, while the two [[Blow/Hookson Technologies]] laser systems, the Blow Mark III [[Large Laser]] and Blow Mark II [[Medium Laser]], are dependable and durable in even the most extreme situations. The Large Laser is also unique in that the pilot can adjust its focus between five different settings in mid-flight. At its narrowest, the Mark III is capable of producing a devastating coherent beam, while at its widest it can disrupt the target's electronics and tracking system. Other lasers, including the Mark II, can only be adjusted by a ground crew, and are typically set to produce a concentrated beam.<ref name=TR3050/><ref name=TR2750/>
	==Variants==		==Variants==
−	*; ZRO-115 : Not to be outdone by the Clans, [[Comstar]] upgraded their Star League era Zero and introduced this variant in [[3055]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3636/zero-zro-115 MUL online date for the ZRO-115 ''Zero'']''</ref>. The [[LRM-10]] launcher and [[large laser]] are removed, being replaced by a [[Kingslaughter]] [[ER PPC]] and two [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers. The older model's [[single heat sink]]s were upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s to combat the increased heat generated by its new weapons. BV (2.0) = 985<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 190</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 327</ref>	+	*;ZRO-115 : Not to be outdone by the Clans, [[Comstar]] upgraded their Star League era Zero and introduced this variant in [[3055]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3636/zero-zro-115 MUL online date for the ZRO-115 ''Zero'']''</ref>. They removed the LRM-10 launcher and Large Laser and replaced it with a Kingslaughter [[ER PPC]] and 2 [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers. The older model's [[heat sink|single heat sinks]] were upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s to combat the increased heat generated by its new weapons. BV (2.0) = 985<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 190</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 327</ref>
−	*; ZRO-116b : This variant introduced in [[2707]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3637/zero-zro-116b MUL online date for the ZRO-116b ''Zero'']''</ref> traded all of the standard weaponry for a nose-mounted [[large pulse laser]] and three [[medium pulse laser]]s for support. One of the medium pulse lasers was mounted in the nose, while the others were mounted in each wing. The [[single heat sink]]s were also replaced with 10 [[double heat sink|double strength freezers]] to keep the heat under control. BV (2.0) = 1,044<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref><ref name=HOKp160>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p.160</ref>	+	*;ZRO-116b : This variant introduced in [[2707]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3637/zero-zro-116b MUL online date for the ZRO-116b ''Zero'']''</ref> traded all of the standard weaponry for a nose-mounted [[Large Pulse Laser]] and three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for support. One Medium Pulse laser was mounted in the nose, while the others were mounted in each wing. The single heat sinks were replaced with ten double strength freezers to keep the heat under control. BV (2.0) = 1,044<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref><ref name=HOKp160>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p.160</ref>
−	*; ZRO-CX-3 : In [[3073]] this ''Zero'' variant was built by [[ComStar]] [[Adept]] [[Jacob Arevalo]] as part of [[ComStar]]'s rearmament program to extend the effective range of the ZRO-115 even more. The [[ER PPC]] was upgraded to use a [[PPC capacitor]] and the [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers were replaced by a single [[Enhanced LRM-5]] launcher.<ref name=XTRO:CSp12>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 12</ref>	+	*;ZRO-CX-3 : In [[3073]] this ''Zero'' variant was built by [[ComStar]] [[Adept]] [[Jacob Arevalo]] as part of [[ComStar]]'s rearmament program to extend the effective range of the ZRO-115 even more. The ER PPC was upgraded to use a [[PPC Capacitor]] and the Streak missile launchers were replaced by a single [[Enhanced LRM-5]] launcher.<ref name=XTRO:CSp12>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 12</ref>
	==Design Quirks==		==Design Quirks==
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	* [[Prototype]]		* [[Prototype]]
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−	==Notes==
−	* Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Zero'' was among the aerospace fighters for which he wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:2750; for some of these he also designed the stats.
	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
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	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''		* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]''		* ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]''
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	[[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]]		[[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]]
	[[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]]		[[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]]
	[[Category:SLDF Royal Aerospace Fighter classes]]		[[Category:SLDF Royal Aerospace Fighter classes]]

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{{InfoBoxASF | image = [[Image:Zero ASF TRO3050U.png|191px]] | name = Zero | manufacturer = [[Blow/Hookson Technologies]] | model = ZRO-114 | Class = Light AeroSpace Fighter | Tech Base = Star League | production year = 2703 | year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3635/zero-zro-114 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | Cost = 1,601,545<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref> | mass = 35 tons | structural integrity = 7<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref> | frame = Saroyan Cavalier | power plant = Bangkock 140 [[Fusion Engine]] | Fuel = 400 points<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref> | armament = * 1 [[Large Laser]] * 1 [[LRM-10]] * 1 [[Medium Laser]] | communications system = [[Orbitcom Model 11]] | tracking & targeting system = [[PS/1/12]] | heat sinks = 10 | BV (1.0) = 738<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 107</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 57</ref> | BV (2.0) = 881<ref name=TR3050>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 230-231, "Zero Fighter Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 326</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Zero''''' debuted in 2703 as a light, well-armed and armored [[AeroSpace Fighter]] for the [[SLDF]]. It was designed with heavy firepower at a variety of ranges, while also being faster and better-armored than other light fighters. In particular, the ''Zero'''s wings are mounted in front of the pilot, along with the engine cooling system, as a means of providing protection against ground fire during an assault. The wings of the ''Zero'' can also fold back, saving hangar space, but also enabling a couple of unique tactics. During atmospheric operations, folding the wings can allow for an extra burst of speed, especially in a dive. Another tactic used by ''Zero'' pilots is to fold the wings while approaching the atmospheric interface. By deploying the wings at just the right moment, the ''Zero'' can literally bounce off the atmosphere.<ref name=TR3050/> The ''Zero'''s only drawback is its dispersed fuel system, with five separate tanks holding a ton each of fuel. Should the battle computer malfunction or one of the myriad fuel lines connecting them be severed, the ''Zero'' can easily lose most of its fuel in a matter of seconds. Though the fuel lines, and the craft itself, are well-protected with ten tons of standard armor, ''Zero'' pilots must be well aware of this potential problem.<ref name=TR3050/><ref name=TR2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 64-65</ref> ''Zeroes'' disappeared from the [[Inner Sphere]] during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], though [[ComStar]] was able to maintain, and later upgrade, their stock of fighters for use during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], and the [[Clans]] maintained a few for use by disreputable, or ''[[solahma]]'', units. Since then, ComStar and [[Word of Blake]] have begun deploying upgraded versions of the fighter more frequently in the [[Chaos March]].<ref name=TR3050/> ==Weapons and Equipment== The ''Zero'''s weapon systems are all tried and battle-tested. The Holly [[LRM|LRM-10]] system provides it with long range firepower, while the two [[Blow/Hookson Technologies]] laser systems, the Blow Mark III [[Large Laser]] and Blow Mark II [[Medium Laser]], are dependable and durable in even the most extreme situations. The Large Laser is also unique in that the pilot can adjust its focus between five different settings in mid-flight. At its narrowest, the Mark III is capable of producing a devastating coherent beam, while at its widest it can disrupt the target's electronics and tracking system. Other lasers, including the Mark II, can only be adjusted by a ground crew, and are typically set to produce a concentrated beam.<ref name=TR3050/><ref name=TR2750/> ==Variants== *;ZRO-115 : Not to be outdone by the Clans, [[Comstar]] upgraded their Star League era Zero and introduced this variant in [[3055]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3636/zero-zro-115 MUL online date for the ZRO-115 ''Zero'']''</ref>. They removed the LRM-10 launcher and Large Laser and replaced it with a Kingslaughter [[ER PPC]] and 2 [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers. The older model's [[heat sink|single heat sinks]] were upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s to combat the increased heat generated by its new weapons. BV (2.0) = 985<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 190</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 327</ref> *;ZRO-116b : This variant introduced in [[2707]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3637/zero-zro-116b MUL online date for the ZRO-116b ''Zero'']''</ref> traded all of the standard weaponry for a nose-mounted [[Large Pulse Laser]] and three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for support. One Medium Pulse laser was mounted in the nose, while the others were mounted in each wing. The single heat sinks were replaced with ten double strength freezers to keep the heat under control. BV (2.0) = 1,044<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 84</ref><ref name=HOKp160>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p.160</ref> *;ZRO-CX-3 : In [[3073]] this ''Zero'' variant was built by [[ComStar]] [[Adept]] [[Jacob Arevalo]] as part of [[ComStar]]'s rearmament program to extend the effective range of the ZRO-115 even more. The ER PPC was upgraded to use a [[PPC Capacitor]] and the Streak missile launchers were replaced by a single [[Enhanced LRM-5]] launcher.<ref name=XTRO:CSp12>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 12</ref> ==Design Quirks== The ''Zero ZRO-CX-3'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:CSp12/> * [[Atmospheric Flyer]] * [[Fragile Fuel Tank]] * [[Prototype]] ==Gallery== <gallery> Zero_TRO2750.png|Original ZRO-114 ''Zero'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' Zero ASF TRO3050U.png|''Zero'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' Zero AT2r.png|''Zero'' from ''[[AeroTech 2 Revised Edition|AT2r]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references/> ==Bibliography== * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' [[Category:Aerospace Fighter classes]] [[Category:Light Aerospace Fighter classes]] [[Category:SLDF Royal Aerospace Fighter classes]]

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