Republic Engineering
Artificial Intelligence
- Intent: To create a new generation LAV with two variants.
- Image Source: FractalSponge - Chariot LAVr.
- Canon Link: Not Applicable.
- Permissions: Not Applicable.
- Primary Source: Repurposed Canon Articles.
- Manufacturer: Republic Engineering Corporation; Centax II Surface Facilities, and Deep Space Fabricators.
- Affiliation: The Galactic Alliance, Closed-Market.
- Model: REC-CT/01 "Carrack" - Class Repulsorcraft.
- Modularity: Yes;
- Functionality Variants; Command LAVr or Transport LAVr.
- Production: Mass Production.
- Material:
- Durasteel Hull and Armour Plating (Ablative) with Secondary Turadium Armour Plating.
- Alusteel Skeletal Frame, with Laminanium Structural Plating.
- Heavily Reinforced Duraplast Hull Liner with Anti-Ionic Mesh (Faraday Cage.)
- Dallorian Alloy and Agrinium Panels (Where Appropriate.)
- Myoflex Heat Sinks.
- Glasteel Viewports.
- Laser-Reflective Armour Plating.
- Various Tank Components.
- Classification: Repulsorcraft.
- Role:
- Variant One: Command Speeder, Etc.
- Variant Two: Troop Transport, Etc.
- Size: Average Rating.
- Length: 12 Metres.
- Width: 5.5 Metres.
- Height: 4.5 Metres - Including Signalling Masts and External Comms Array.
- Weight: 20 Short Tonnes, or 18,144 Kilograms - Very Heavy Rating.
- Armaments: Very Low Rating.
- [1] Heavy Repeating Laser Cannon [Retractable Undercarriage Mount; Fast-track Mounting, and Fire-linked.]
- [1] Reaper-Pattern Particle beam Chainblaster [Pintle-mounted Swivel Turret; Fast-track Mounting, and Fire-linked.]
- [4] Variable Canister Launchers [Retractable; Mass-driven - Two on Either Side, with One in the Front and the Back.]
- Defences: Very High Rating.
- Heavily Reinforced [Repulsorcraft-Class, Military-Grade] Armour Plating, with Secondary Turadium Plates and Blast Shields.
- Standard [Repulsorcraft-Class, Military-Grade] Deflector Shielding (Ray, Particle, and Concussion Barriers; Overlaid.)
- Standard [Replusorcraft-Class, Military-Grade] Energy-charged Ablative Plating.
- Reinforced [Repulsorcraft-Class, Military-Grade] Ionic Shielding.
- Advanced [Repulsorcraft-Class, Military-Grade] EWAR, Electronic Countermeasures, Chaff and Flare Launchers.
- Maneuverability Rating: 85 DPF - Very High Rating.
- Speed Rating: 455 Km/H (Maximum Speed, Flat Terrain) - Very High Rating.
- Propulsion: Integrated Repulsorlift Engines, with Anti-Gravitic Plating.
- Minimum Crew: One Pilot, One Commander/Gunner, One Integrated Droid Brain.
- Optimal Crew: One Integrated Droid Brain.
- Passenger Capacity:
- Command Variant: None - Carrying Capacity Overtaken by Additional Sensor and Communications Equipment.
- Transport Variant: One Squad - ~Ten Soldiers.
- Disembarkment Point(s):
- Primary: Rear Access / Assault Ramp.
- Secondary: Port and Starboard Access Hatches.
- Cargo Capacity: 75 Kilograms - Very Small Rating - Maintenance and Survival Equipment.
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Servomotors, with Gyroscopic Stabilization System.
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Repulsorlift Engine (Anti-Gravitic Plating.)
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Fusion Drive System(s.)
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Compact Fusion Power Plant.
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Hazard and Damage Control Systems.
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Life Support System(s).
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Navigational System(s), Ground-Penetrating Sensors (Hazardous Terrain).
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Combat Sensors and Targeting System(s). [Including Ground-Penetrating Sensors.]
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Communications System, Holonet Transceiver with Encryption/Decryption Networks [Military Encryption Keys.]
- Standard [Repulsorcraft - Class, Military-Grade] Environmental Control System(s).
- Integrated Repulsor Booster Engine.
- Integrated Deflector Shield Generator.
- Integrated Droid Brain(s) with Heuristic Processors.
- Missile Deactivation Transmitter (Short-Range.)
- Anti-Ordnance EM Probe (Long-Range.)
- Anti-Laser Aerosol Launchers.
- Aural-Biological-Chemical Scrambler.
- Swift and Nimble Repulsorcraft, with an Integrated Booster for additional speed.
- Versatile Deployment Variants - Command or Transport.
- Command Variant - Boosted Communications and Sensor Capabilities; Possible to Punch through Localized Jammers.
- Highly Automated with a Comprehensive Countermeasure Suite.
- Highly Automated; Combat Efficacy is Crippled if Disabled.
- Repulsorlift Jammers; Proximity Dependant.
- Limited EMP and Ion Resistance; Proximity and Potency Dependent.
- Frontal Firing Arc; No Rear Weapons Coverage.
- Underslung Laser Cannon - Capable of being Shorn off at Maximum Speeds over Rough Terrain.
- Repulsorlift Booster - Incapable of utilizing Underslung Armament when in Use.
- Retractable Armament - Minor Deployment Times.
The LAVr QH-7 Chariot was an iconic design during the Imperial Era, as it was designed to operate as a Command Speeder for the Imperial Army. As a modified and armoured Military Landspeeder - the Chariot served as a dedicated platform for Imperial Commanders to oversee Surface-based Operations. Or to serve as a speedy escape craft should the battle take a turn for the worst. While this practice was admirable, in some respect, the Republic Engineering Corporation believed that every good Commander should lead from the front. So, when those ancient schematics fell into the hands of the Research and Development of the Coruscanti Shipwright, they went against the original intent of the design.
Commanders should lead their forces from the front lines - not skulk behind a mobile armoured bulwark far away from the action. Therefore, the two designs that were generated - as well as their subsequent variants - were recast in structurally reinforced metallic plates, as well as a host of internalized upgrades. However, that’s where the similarities between the two versions of the modern Chariot ended - as their internal systems were geared towards their intended purpose. The Carrack was designed to house a lighter armament than it’s sister model, so that it could attain faster speeds and maneuverability - getting their precious cargo to where they were needed most, whenever they were required.
The first of the two variants that the Carrack offered was the Command variant, which fleshed out much of its internal space with additional communication and sensor systems. These additional systems would allow a Commander to more accurately oversee their Surface-based Operations, and communicate more effectively with their Allied Units. A portion of the newly installed equipment even held the capabilities of punching through, or burning out, localized and short-ranged jamming equipment. While such an outcome was possible, it was entirely dependent on the equipment pitted against the integrated systems. When it came to the Transport variant, there was little that could be said, as the Vehicle was meant to ferry troops into the heat of battle - and provide them the cover they needed to disembark.
With both variants of the Chakram available, Commanders across the galaxy would find themselves equipped with the right tool(s) for the job - ensuring their victories in the many battles to come. However, Republic Engineering cannot guarantee that purchasing this modern version of the Chariot would give a Commander the victory they desired.
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