Darth Vulcanus
Better than other-other space Kaiden
Intent: To create a vehicle for the CIS
Development Thread: N/A
Manufacturer: Geonosian Industries
Model: Poggle-1 Wheel Bike Variant
Affiliation: CIS
Modularity: Yes (with or without guns)
Production: Mass-produced
Material: Reinforced Durasteel
Description:
The Z-1 Wheel Bike is a Geonosian remake of the Tsmeu-6 Wheel Bike of the Clone Wars. It introduces a slightly heavier armament, thinner frame and increased power for more speed and to supply the new armament. The bike does not have the passenger seat as the old model did, allowing for the room to add both an extra cannon and larger power source behind the driver’s seat. Just as with the old variant, the Wheel Bike is able to transition from quadrapedal movement to wheeled movement in a matter of seconds, giving the driver the ability to move over various surfaces.
The four clawed arms can be used as weapons but the main power comes from the two NDU-53 twin blaster cannons on either side of the vehicle. The vehicle also introduces increased speeds, able to move at 15 km/h with the legs deployed and 400 km/h with the wheel being used. Protective eye gear is highly recommended for increased speeds.
As for weaknesses, the frame of the vehicle is not as strong as some other vehicles. It can withstand small arms, but blaster cannons and explosives can severely damage the frame and render the vehicle useless. The small frame makes it harder to hit while in motion, but a direct hit can cripple the wheel.
Role: Recon/assault transport
Height: 2 meters (wheel diameter) 3.5 meters (with legs deployed)
Length: 2 meters
Width: 3 meters (without guns) 3.5 meters (with guns)
Weight: 67.6 short tons (135,200 lbs)
Propulsion: Wheel or bipedal
Top Speed: 330 km/h
Armaments:
2 twin blaster cannons
Passenger Capacity: 0
Cargo Capacity: 5 kg
Misc. Equipment:
Fuel for 1,000 kilometers (before refuel)
