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Line 39: *6 Secondary Engineers *6 Secondary Engineers | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 2/0 | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 2/0 − | Heat Sinks = 58 (single) + | Heat Sinks = 58 | BV (1.0) = 998<ref name=TRO3057r/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 220</ref> | BV (1.0) = 998<ref name=TRO3057r/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 220</ref> − | BV (2.0) = 951{{cn}} + | BV (2.0) = 951 }} }} Line 47:
Line 47: First produced in [[2708]], the '''''Buccaneer''''' was originally conceived as a replacement for the aging ''[[Lion]]'' Class, but failed to secure a contract with the [[SLDF]] as a [[BattleMech]] transport when the superior ''[[Union (DropShip class)|Union]]'' Class appeared. The design was modified into a cargo carrier, proving extremely popular due to its fuel-efficient aerodyne structure, landing reinforced gear suitable for even unpaved terrain, and fast (by civilian standards) unloading and deployment speeds. The crew accommodations also contribute, with spacious single occupancy rooms and excellent mess and recreation facilities making the class a sought-after assignment. While not as efficient as the larger ''[[Mule]]'' Class, its versatility and profitability have ensured that the ''Buccaneer'' is an extremely common design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> First produced in [[2708]], the '''''Buccaneer''''' was originally conceived as a replacement for the aging ''[[Lion]]'' Class, but failed to secure a contract with the [[SLDF]] as a [[BattleMech]] transport when the superior ''[[Union (DropShip class)|Union]]'' Class appeared. The design was modified into a cargo carrier, proving extremely popular due to its fuel-efficient aerodyne structure, landing reinforced gear suitable for even unpaved terrain, and fast (by civilian standards) unloading and deployment speeds. The crew accommodations also contribute, with spacious single occupancy rooms and excellent mess and recreation facilities making the class a sought-after assignment. While not as efficient as the larger ''[[Mule]]'' Class, its versatility and profitability have ensured that the ''Buccaneer'' is an extremely common design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> − The class accommodates twelve crew members, more than enough for a DropShip of this size. Excess cabins can be used for extra-income passengers or crew (especially captain) recreational use. The bridge is known as small, with only piloting and the forward-mounted weapons having a station. Communication is handled in a separate room from the bridge, along with an internal security control station, though it is often empty if security is a low priority for the flight.<ref name=DS&JS13/> + The class accommodates twelve crew members, more than enough for a DropShip of this size. Excess cabins can be used for extra-income passengers or crew (especially captain) use. The bridge is known as small, with only piloting and the forward-mounted weapons having a station. Communication is handled in a separate room from the bridge, along with an internal security control station, though it is often empty if security is a low priority for the flight.<ref name=DS&JS13/> While the [[Brigadier Corporation]]<ref name=OR125>''Objective Raids'', p. 125: "Produced Components on Gibson"</ref> and [[Dynamico Limited]] both build the class's [[Magna Corp. VX250B]] in the same system as the rest of the vessel's components, [[Semier Data Tron]] has no known ''Buccaneer'' [[Interplanetary Drive System|drive system]] line, and presumably sources them from the other manufacturers. The Dynamico [[Delavan]] site is particularly adept at needed component production. Instead of sourcing needed components from whatever is cheaper or most numerous, as most contractors do, Dynamico builds enough of the ''Buccaneer's'' weapons systems to export them for use throughout the Federated Suns.<ref name=OR93D>''Objective Raids'', p. 93: "Produced Dynamico Limited Components"</ref> While the [[Brigadier Corporation]]<ref name=OR125>''Objective Raids'', p. 125: "Produced Components on Gibson"</ref> and [[Dynamico Limited]] both build the class's [[Magna Corp. VX250B]] in the same system as the rest of the vessel's components, [[Semier Data Tron]] has no known ''Buccaneer'' [[Interplanetary Drive System|drive system]] line, and presumably sources them from the other manufacturers. The Dynamico [[Delavan]] site is particularly adept at needed component production. Instead of sourcing needed components from whatever is cheaper or most numerous, as most contractors do, Dynamico builds enough of the ''Buccaneer's'' weapons systems to export them for use throughout the Federated Suns.<ref name=OR93D>''Objective Raids'', p. 93: "Produced Dynamico Limited Components"</ref> Line 54:
Line 54: ==Armament== ==Armament== − The ''Buccaneer's'' armament and armor are light for a military vessel, contributing to its contract loss against the ''Union'' Class, but are more than suitable for a merchant craft. The design features a single [[large laser]] and [[LRM-5]] with 1 ton of ammunition in the nose, backed up by two forward-facing [[medium lasers]] on each wing, with a further two facing aft in the body. + The ''Buccaneer'''s armament and armor are light for a military vessel, contributing to its loss against the ''Union'' Class, but are more than suitable for a merchant craft. The design features a single [[large laser]] and [[LRM-5]] with 1 ton of ammunition in the nose, backed up by two forward-facing [[medium lasers]] on each wing, with a further two facing aft in the body. ==Cargo== ==Cargo== Line 62:
Line 62: No upgraded [[LosTech]] variant has been known to be in production, as there appears to be little interest or need to upgrade the venerable design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> No upgraded [[LosTech]] variant has been known to be in production, as there appears to be little interest or need to upgrade the venerable design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> − *A popular and common design in the Inner Sphere, the ''Buccaneer'' still has numerous variants. Some split each main cargo bay in two, allowing the craft to carry 36 light combat vehicles, though the ''Buccaneer'' lacks suitable crew quarters. The most common variant, appropriately named ''(Armor)'',<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3867/buccaneer-armor MUL entry for the ''Buccaneer (Armor)'']''</ref> and seen mostly among [[mercenaries]], the [[Draconis Combine]], and [[Federated Suns]], reduces the Buccaneer's cargo capacity by 30 tons in exchange for adding six tons of armor, a [[PPC]] and [[LRM-10]] to the nose, a [[large laser]] on each wing, and two extra tons of LRM ammunition. This modification allows the ''Buccaneer'' increased defense when used in hostile landing zones.<ref name="DS&JSp56"/> + *A popular and common design in the Inner Sphere, the ''Buccaneer'' still has numerous variants. Some split each main cargo bay in two, allowing the craft to carry 36 light combat vehicles, though the ''Buccaneer'' lacks suitable crew quarters. The most common variant, appropriately named ''(Armor)'',<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3867/buccaneer-armor MUL entry for the ''Buccaneer (Armor)'']''</ref> and seen mostly among [[mercenaries]], the [[Draconis Combine]], and [[Federated Suns]], reduces the Buccaneer's cargo capacity by 30 tons in exchange for adding six tons of armor, a [[PPC]] and [[LRM-10]] to the nose, a [[large laser]] on each wing, and two extra tons of LRM ammunition. This modification allows the ''Buccaneer'' increased defense when used in hostile landing zones.<ref>''DropShips and JumpShips (ComStar Intelligence Summary)'', p. 56</ref> − *;''Buccaneer'' Rezak (a.k.a. Red Raider) : Used by [[Vance Rezak]], this heavily armed ''Buccaneer'' carries five [[ER large lasers]], two [[ER PPC]]s, and two [[LRM-15]]s in the nose. Each wing carries three ER Large Lasers and two [[gauss rifle|Gauss rifles]]. Covering the aft arc is a trio of [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]]. The cargo bay can carry 1,509 tons of cargo.<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Antallos'', p. 20</ref> + *;''Buccaneer'' Rezak (a.k.a. Red Raider) : Used by [[Vance Rezak]], this heavily armed ''Buccaneer'' carries five [[ER large laser]]s, two [[ER PPC]]s, and two [[LRM-15]]s in the nose. Each wing carries three ER Large Lasers and two [[Gauss rifle]]s. Covering the aft arc is a trio of [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]]. The cargo bay can carry 1,509 tons of cargo.<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Antallos'', p. 20</ref> ==Individual Vessels== ==Individual Vessels==
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| Escape Pods/Life Boats = 2/0 | | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 2/0 | ||
| − | | Heat Sinks = 58 | + | | Heat Sinks = 58 |
| BV (1.0) = 998<ref name=TRO3057r/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 220</ref> | | BV (1.0) = 998<ref name=TRO3057r/><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 220</ref> | ||
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First produced in [[2708]], the '''''Buccaneer''''' was originally conceived as a replacement for the aging ''[[Lion]]'' Class, but failed to secure a contract with the [[SLDF]] as a [[BattleMech]] transport when the superior ''[[Union (DropShip class)|Union]]'' Class appeared. The design was modified into a cargo carrier, proving extremely popular due to its fuel-efficient aerodyne structure, landing reinforced gear suitable for even unpaved terrain, and fast (by civilian standards) unloading and deployment speeds. The crew accommodations also contribute, with spacious single occupancy rooms and excellent mess and recreation facilities making the class a sought-after assignment. While not as efficient as the larger ''[[Mule]]'' Class, its versatility and profitability have ensured that the ''Buccaneer'' is an extremely common design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> | First produced in [[2708]], the '''''Buccaneer''''' was originally conceived as a replacement for the aging ''[[Lion]]'' Class, but failed to secure a contract with the [[SLDF]] as a [[BattleMech]] transport when the superior ''[[Union (DropShip class)|Union]]'' Class appeared. The design was modified into a cargo carrier, proving extremely popular due to its fuel-efficient aerodyne structure, landing reinforced gear suitable for even unpaved terrain, and fast (by civilian standards) unloading and deployment speeds. The crew accommodations also contribute, with spacious single occupancy rooms and excellent mess and recreation facilities making the class a sought-after assignment. While not as efficient as the larger ''[[Mule]]'' Class, its versatility and profitability have ensured that the ''Buccaneer'' is an extremely common design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> | ||
| − | The class accommodates twelve crew members, more than enough for a DropShip of this size. Excess cabins can be used for extra-income passengers or crew (especially captain) | + | The class accommodates twelve crew members, more than enough for a DropShip of this size. Excess cabins can be used for extra-income passengers or crew (especially captain) use. The bridge is known as small, with only piloting and the forward-mounted weapons having a station. Communication is handled in a separate room from the bridge, along with an internal security control station, though it is often empty if security is a low priority for the flight.<ref name=DS&JS13/> |
While the [[Brigadier Corporation]]<ref name=OR125>''Objective Raids'', p. 125: "Produced Components on Gibson"</ref> and [[Dynamico Limited]] both build the class's [[Magna Corp. VX250B]] in the same system as the rest of the vessel's components, [[Semier Data Tron]] has no known ''Buccaneer'' [[Interplanetary Drive System|drive system]] line, and presumably sources them from the other manufacturers. The Dynamico [[Delavan]] site is particularly adept at needed component production. Instead of sourcing needed components from whatever is cheaper or most numerous, as most contractors do, Dynamico builds enough of the ''Buccaneer's'' weapons systems to export them for use throughout the Federated Suns.<ref name=OR93D>''Objective Raids'', p. 93: "Produced Dynamico Limited Components"</ref> | While the [[Brigadier Corporation]]<ref name=OR125>''Objective Raids'', p. 125: "Produced Components on Gibson"</ref> and [[Dynamico Limited]] both build the class's [[Magna Corp. VX250B]] in the same system as the rest of the vessel's components, [[Semier Data Tron]] has no known ''Buccaneer'' [[Interplanetary Drive System|drive system]] line, and presumably sources them from the other manufacturers. The Dynamico [[Delavan]] site is particularly adept at needed component production. Instead of sourcing needed components from whatever is cheaper or most numerous, as most contractors do, Dynamico builds enough of the ''Buccaneer's'' weapons systems to export them for use throughout the Federated Suns.<ref name=OR93D>''Objective Raids'', p. 93: "Produced Dynamico Limited Components"</ref> | ||
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==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Buccaneer' | + | The ''Buccaneer'''s armament and armor are light for a military vessel, contributing to its loss against the ''Union'' Class, but are more than suitable for a merchant craft. The design features a single [[large laser]] and [[LRM-5]] with 1 ton of ammunition in the nose, backed up by two forward-facing [[medium lasers]] on each wing, with a further two facing aft in the body. |
==Cargo== | ==Cargo== | ||
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No upgraded [[LosTech]] variant has been known to be in production, as there appears to be little interest or need to upgrade the venerable design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> | No upgraded [[LosTech]] variant has been known to be in production, as there appears to be little interest or need to upgrade the venerable design.<ref name=TRO3057r/> | ||
| − | *A popular and common design in the Inner Sphere, the ''Buccaneer'' still has numerous variants. Some split each main cargo bay in two, allowing the craft to carry 36 light combat vehicles, though the ''Buccaneer'' lacks suitable crew quarters. The most common variant, appropriately named ''(Armor)'',<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3867/buccaneer-armor MUL entry for the ''Buccaneer (Armor)'']''</ref> and seen mostly among [[mercenaries]], the [[Draconis Combine]], and [[Federated Suns]], reduces the Buccaneer's cargo capacity by 30 tons in exchange for adding six tons of armor, a [[PPC]] and [[LRM-10]] to the nose, a [[large laser]] on each wing, and two extra tons of LRM ammunition. This modification allows the ''Buccaneer'' increased defense when used in hostile landing zones.<ref | + | *A popular and common design in the Inner Sphere, the ''Buccaneer'' still has numerous variants. Some split each main cargo bay in two, allowing the craft to carry 36 light combat vehicles, though the ''Buccaneer'' lacks suitable crew quarters. The most common variant, appropriately named ''(Armor)'',<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3867/buccaneer-armor MUL entry for the ''Buccaneer (Armor)'']''</ref> and seen mostly among [[mercenaries]], the [[Draconis Combine]], and [[Federated Suns]], reduces the Buccaneer's cargo capacity by 30 tons in exchange for adding six tons of armor, a [[PPC]] and [[LRM-10]] to the nose, a [[large laser]] on each wing, and two extra tons of LRM ammunition. This modification allows the ''Buccaneer'' increased defense when used in hostile landing zones.<ref>''DropShips and JumpShips (ComStar Intelligence Summary)'', p. 56</ref> |
| − | *;''Buccaneer'' Rezak (a.k.a. Red Raider) : Used by [[Vance Rezak]], this heavily armed ''Buccaneer'' carries five [[ER large | + | *;''Buccaneer'' Rezak (a.k.a. Red Raider) : Used by [[Vance Rezak]], this heavily armed ''Buccaneer'' carries five [[ER large laser]]s, two [[ER PPC]]s, and two [[LRM-15]]s in the nose. Each wing carries three ER Large Lasers and two [[Gauss rifle]]s. Covering the aft arc is a trio of [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]]. The cargo bay can carry 1,509 tons of cargo.<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Antallos'', p. 20</ref> |
==Individual Vessels== | ==Individual Vessels== | ||