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| DropShip Capacity = 2 | | DropShip Capacity = 2 | ||
| Small Craft/<br>AeroSpace Fighters = 0/100 | | Small Craft/<br>AeroSpace Fighters = 0/100 | ||
| − | | Crew = 250<ref name="TR3067p220">''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 220: ''Conqueror'' Class Battlecruiser/Carrier</ref> | + | | Crew = 250<ref name="TR3067p220">''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 220: ''Conqueror'' Class Battlecruiser/Carrier</ref><ref name="FM:WC193">''Field Manual: Warden Clans'', pp. 193-194: ''Conqueror'' Class Battlecruiser/Carrier</ref> |
* 50 Officers | * 50 Officers | ||
* 200 Enlisted | * 200 Enlisted | ||
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Elementals: 50<br/> | Elementals: 50<br/> | ||
Passengers: 200 | Passengers: 200 | ||
| − | | Grav Decks = 2 (1 x 65 meters | + | | Grav Decks = 2 (1 x 65 meters and 1 x 85 meters diameter) |
| Escape Pods/Life Boats = 20/20 | | Escape Pods/Life Boats = 20/20 | ||
| Heat Sinks = 1,575 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | | Heat Sinks = 1,575 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The ''Conqueror'' Class was constructed by the [[Clan Snow Raven|Snow Ravens]] when the [[Clan Ghost Bear|Ghost Bears]] approached them for aid in the construction of their [[Leviathan (WarShip class)|''Leviathan'' Class]] Battleships in [[3042]]. Conceived as carrier escort to the giant ''Leviathans'', the | + | The ''Conqueror'' Class was constructed by the [[Clan Snow Raven|Snow Ravens]] when the [[Clan Ghost Bear|Ghost Bears]] approached them for aid in the construction of their [[Leviathan (WarShip class)|''Leviathan'' Class]] Battleships in [[3042]]. Conceived as carrier escort to the giant ''Leviathans'', the Ravens used hulls of the [[Star League]]-era ''[[Kimagure]]'' class Pursuit Cruiser design, six of which had joined [[Operation EXODUS]].<ref name="TR3067p220"/><ref name="FM:WC193"/> |
| − | After the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]] it became apparent that the Clans would not face Inner Sphere WarShips in the near future. The Snow Ravens dropped out of the Ghost Bears' ''Leviathan'' construction program but decided to complete the two ''Conqueror''-Class vessels already under construction. The ''[[Conqueror (Individual Conqueror-class WarShip)|Conqueror]]'' was launched in [[3052]], and finished its trials a few months later. Meanwhile, delays on | + | After the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], it became apparent that the Clans would not face Inner Sphere WarShips in the near future. The Snow Ravens dropped out of the Ghost Bears' ''Leviathan'' construction program but decided to complete the two ''Conqueror''-Class vessels already under construction. The CSR ''[[Conqueror (Individual Conqueror-class WarShip)|Conqueror]]'' was launched in [[3052]], and finished its trials a few months later. Meanwhile, delays on another, the ''[[Ark Royal (Individual Conqueror-class WarShip)|Ark-Royal]]'', hampered its completion until [[3059]].<ref name="TR3067p220"/><ref name="FM:WC193"/> |
Both vessels continued their service to [[Clan Snow Raven]] into the [[BattleTech_eras#IlClan|3150s]].<ref name="FM:3145p166">''Field Manual: 3145'', p. 166: "The Alliance Fleet"</ref> | Both vessels continued their service to [[Clan Snow Raven]] into the [[BattleTech_eras#IlClan|3150s]].<ref name="FM:3145p166">''Field Manual: 3145'', p. 166: "The Alliance Fleet"</ref> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Despite being based on the ''Kimagure''-class Pursuit Cruiser, the ''Conqueror''- | + | Despite being based on the ''Kimagure''-class Pursuit Cruiser, the ''Conqueror''-class does not use the heavy energy weaponry that its predecessor used. The ship's primary capital-grade weaponry consists of various mid-grade Naval Autocannons mounted on the bow and both broadsides, plus a pair of NAC/25 mounted aft. Light-grade Naval PPCs augment the massive cannons in the same firing arcs, while medium-grade Naval PPCs are placed in the ship's broadsides. One dozen Naval Lasers of 45- and 55-type have been placed in both broadsides and aft-side firing arcs. Four Barracuda-type capital missile launchers are mounted in the bow, both broadside and aft emplacements to provide long-range firepower.<ref name="TR3067p220"/> |
| − | For anti-fighter protection, the ship has been given a mixed array of Extended Range and Pulse Lasers of Large and Small sizes augmented by a dozen sizes of LB-X Class Autocannons. However, the dizzying array of weaponry can overwhelm the ship's double heat sinks if more than one major firing arc is fired simultaneously. This would risk the ship losing its control, and potentially cause it to drift from its course during a firefight. As an | + | For anti-fighter protection, the ship has been given a mixed array of Extended Range and Pulse Lasers of Large and Small sizes augmented by a dozen sizes of LB-X Class Autocannons. However, the dizzying array of weaponry can overwhelm the ship's double heat sinks if more than one major firing arc is fired simultaneously. This would risk the ship losing its control, and potentially cause it to drift from its course during a firefight. As an Carrier, the class carries two clusters of fighter craft to protect the ship and its charges. This increase in capacity required a reduction in the acceleration abilities of the class from its ''Kimagure'' origins.<ref name="FM:WC193"/> |
The class also maintains an [[HPG]] to communicate as needed across long distances and a [[Lithium-Fusion battery]] to quickly jump to its destination.<ref name="TR3067p220"/> | The class also maintains an [[HPG]] to communicate as needed across long distances and a [[Lithium-Fusion battery]] to quickly jump to its destination.<ref name="TR3067p220"/> | ||
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File:Conqueror-class Warship TRO3067.jpg|''Conqueror'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]'' | File:Conqueror-class Warship TRO3067.jpg|''Conqueror'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]'' | ||
File:Conqueror-class_Warship_TRO3067_p217.jpg|A ''Conqueror''-class WarShip firing its weapons from ''TRO:3067'' | File:Conqueror-class_Warship_TRO3067_p217.jpg|A ''Conqueror''-class WarShip firing its weapons from ''TRO:3067'' | ||
| + | File:Ark-Royal WarShip FM-Warden Clans.png|CSR ''[[Ark Royal (Individual Conqueror-class WarShip)|Ark-Royal]]'' and CSR ''[[Conqueror (Individual Conqueror-class WarShip)|Conqueror]]'' from [[Field Manual: Warden Clans]] | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Latest revision as of 09:44, 12 May 2024
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| Conqueror-class Battlecruiser/Carrier | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Clan Snow Raven |
| Introduced | 3052 |
| Production Year | 3052[1] |
| Use | Aerospace Carrier Fleet Escort |
| Tech Base | Clan |
| Cost | 10,322,340,000 C-Bills[citation needed] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 780,000 tons |
| Length | 720 meters |
| Sail Diameter | 980 meters |
| Fuel | 3,000 tons |
| Burn Rate | 39.52 tons |
| Safe Thrust | 1.5 g |
| Top Thrust | 2.5 g |
| Sail Integrity | 4 |
| KF Drive Integrity | 16 |
| LF Battery | Yes |
| Armament |
|
| Armor | 950 tons Lamellor Ferro-Carbide |
| DropShip Capacity | 2 |
| Small craft/ Aerospace fighters |
0/100 |
| Crew | 250[2][3]
Elementals: 50 |
| Grav Decks | 2 (1 x 65 meters and 1 x 85 meters diameter) |
| Escape Pods/Life Boats | 20/20 |
| Heat Sinks | 1,575 double |
| Structural Integrity | 70 |
| BV (1.0) | 155,756[4] |
| BV (2.0) | 225,248[citation needed] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Conqueror Class was constructed by the Snow Ravens when the Ghost Bears approached them for aid in the construction of their Leviathan Class Battleships in 3042. Conceived as carrier escort to the giant Leviathans, the Ravens used hulls of the Star League-era Kimagure class Pursuit Cruiser design, six of which had joined Operation EXODUS.[2][3]
After the Battle of Tukayyid, it became apparent that the Clans would not face Inner Sphere WarShips in the near future. The Snow Ravens dropped out of the Ghost Bears' Leviathan construction program but decided to complete the two Conqueror-Class vessels already under construction. The CSR Conqueror was launched in 3052, and finished its trials a few months later. Meanwhile, delays on another, the Ark-Royal, hampered its completion until 3059.[2][3]
Both vessels continued their service to Clan Snow Raven into the 3150s.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Despite being based on the Kimagure-class Pursuit Cruiser, the Conqueror-class does not use the heavy energy weaponry that its predecessor used. The ship's primary capital-grade weaponry consists of various mid-grade Naval Autocannons mounted on the bow and both broadsides, plus a pair of NAC/25 mounted aft. Light-grade Naval PPCs augment the massive cannons in the same firing arcs, while medium-grade Naval PPCs are placed in the ship's broadsides. One dozen Naval Lasers of 45- and 55-type have been placed in both broadsides and aft-side firing arcs. Four Barracuda-type capital missile launchers are mounted in the bow, both broadside and aft emplacements to provide long-range firepower.[2]
For anti-fighter protection, the ship has been given a mixed array of Extended Range and Pulse Lasers of Large and Small sizes augmented by a dozen sizes of LB-X Class Autocannons. However, the dizzying array of weaponry can overwhelm the ship's double heat sinks if more than one major firing arc is fired simultaneously. This would risk the ship losing its control, and potentially cause it to drift from its course during a firefight. As an Carrier, the class carries two clusters of fighter craft to protect the ship and its charges. This increase in capacity required a reduction in the acceleration abilities of the class from its Kimagure origins.[3]
The class also maintains an HPG to communicate as needed across long distances and a Lithium-Fusion battery to quickly jump to its destination.[2]
Cargo[edit]
- Bay 1: Fighters (50), 8 Doors
- Bay 2: Fighters (50), 8 Doors
- Bay 3: Cargo (44,651 tons) 10 Doors
See Also[edit]
Related Designs[edit]
- Kimagure Class Pursuit Cruiser - Star League predecessor.
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Eroberer.
Gallery[edit]
Conqueror from TRO:3067
A Conqueror-class WarShip firing its weapons from TRO:3067
CSR Ark-Royal and CSR Conqueror from Field Manual: Warden Clans
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Conqueror
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Technical Readout: 3067, p. 220: Conqueror Class Battlecruiser/Carrier
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Field Manual: Warden Clans, pp. 193-194: Conqueror Class Battlecruiser/Carrier
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 299
- ↑ Field Manual: 3145, p. 166: "The Alliance Fleet"