Fringian Early Steam Locomotive
| Early Steam Locomotive | |
|---|---|
 Distant Fringe vehicle. | |
| Tech Level | TL–3 |
| Mass | 3.1 dTons + 2 dTons |
| Cost | Cr186,000 |
| Mode | Ground (Rail) |
| Type | Steam Locomotive |
| Speed | Cruise 25 kph Top 45 kph |
| Cargo | 2m³ |
| Crew | 2 |
| Passengers | 0 |
| Armament | None |
| Manufacturer | Various |
| Also see | Infrastructure. |
| Reference | Fan: Ade Stewart |
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The Early Steam Locomotive is a Railroad Vehicle.
- It requires a railroad network of the correct gauge to operate.
- Please also see AAB article: Vehicles of the Distant Fringe.
Description (Specifications)[edit]
A very basic steam-powered locomotive – it operates as a locomotive-tender combination. The vehicle is very much a novelty, representing the white-hot cutting edge of progress for its technological level.
- The vehicle is designed to operate on rail networks. The gauge (the distance between the inner faces of the two rails) for railroad networks within the Distant Fringe is generally 1.5 meters (though some worlds use their own system) and most examples of the wagon are built to match that standard.
- It is an infrastructure element.
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Basic Vehicle Characteristics[edit]
Following the Imperial Army and IISS Universal Vehicle Profile and data, additional information is presented in the format shown here. The small craft factor indicates the number of squadrons (...of ten subcraft) carried on the vehicle when applicable. Tonnage on the universal vehicle profile is shown in kilotons (...thousands of tons) where necessary.
| #. | Category | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Tonnage | Total Mass Loaded: TBD kg. |
| 2. | Crew | x2 crew |
| 3. | Performance | TBD |
| 4. | Electronics | Equipment: none. |
| 5. | Hardpoints | x1 hardpoint |
| 6. | Armament | Weapons:
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| 7. | Defenses | Hull Armor: TBD. |
| 8. | Craft | None. |
| 9. | Fuel | Fuel capacity: TBD liters. |
| 10. | Cost | Production Cost: CrTBD |
| 11. | Construction Time | TBD months (TBD weeks). |
| 12. | Comments | TBD |
| 13. | Maintenance | TBD |
Hull / Suspension[edit]
An open topped box-shaped hull constructed from wood or steel.
- Length: 8.6m, Width: 3.2m, Height: 3.7m.
- Overall Volume: approximately 102m³ (7.6 dTons).
- Unloaded Weight: 14,400 kg.
The overall volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes track clearance. The enclosed volume of the hull is lower.
Power / Transmission[edit]
The open wagon has no internal power source.
Cargo[edit]
The body of the wagon consists of an open topped cargo hold with a volume of 50m³ (4.1 dTons).
- Cargo Storage: 50m³ (4.1 dTons).
- Maximum Load: 37,500 kg.
- Maximum Gross Weight: 51,900 kg.
Equipment[edit]
Running lights.
Locomotive[edit]
The locomotive can tow a variety of loads, typically using light wagons. It generally operates along short custom-built lengths of track.
Hull / Suspension[edit]
A generally cylindrical hull mounted on a rigid chassis, and constructed from iron, steel, brass and wood.
- Length: 4.7m (control platform length 1.5m), Width: 2.3m, Height: 3.8m including smokestack.
- Overall Volume: approximately 42m³ (3.1 dTons).
- Unloaded Weight: 9,800 kg.
The overall volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes track clearance and the width of the transmission system (side- and top-mounted external pistons). The enclosed volume of the hull is substantially lower.
The vehicle is fitted with very large driving wheels set onto an axle, connected to the boiler by pistons and rods.
- The vehicle is designed to operate on rail networks. The standard gauge (the distance between the inner faces of the two rails) for railroad networks within the Distant Fringe is generally 1.5m and most examples of the locomotive are built to match that standard.
Power / Transmission[edit]
A high pressure boiler, generating steam by burning combustible fuel to heat stored water. The steam powers pistons connected to the drive wheels. The vehicle carries a supply of water in an onboard tank. Cold-starting the locomotive can take many hours and requires hundreds of liters of water to be boiled until operating pressure is reached. Hand-made boilers are known for their propensity to catastrophically explode.
- Many of the mechanical components, belts, rods and connectors are externally mounted and their action may present a physical danger.
- The locomotive constantly vents large quantities of smoke, soot and steam. It is noisy and spits grease and hot water.
Performance[edit]
- Cruise Speed: 25 kph, Top Speed: 45 kph.
- Range: 120 km at Cruise Speed, 70 km at Top Speed.
The locomotive tows a train of open wagons or other similar loads. Locomotives and wagons have a manually operated coupling system consisting of hooks and chains. The braking system consists of physically pushing a large lever against a wheel to cause friction.
- Maximum towing weight is approximately 19,500 kg (equivalent to 3x fully loaded light wagons) in addition to the loaded weight of the tender. Greater loads may be moved but this places stresses on the locomotive that may cause a catastrophic loss of control.
Crew / Cargo[edit]
An open control platform towards the rear of the hull contains two crew positions. The driver's position is equipped with rudimentary mechanical controls and gauges that provide information such as internal pressure and forward velocity. The second crewmember ensures that a steady supply of fuel is provided to the boiler.
- Cargo Storage: 2m³ (largely given over to tools and maintenance equipment – the tool boxes also double as crew seats).
- Maximum Load: restricted by volume only.
Equipment[edit]
Headlights and running lights, and a bell. Locomotives may be fitted with animal fenders and spark arresters
Tender[edit]
A wagon that is permanently hitched to the locomotive and carries its solid fuel and a reserve of water. Floor plates bridge the gap between the locomotive and the tender.
Hull / Suspension[edit]
A box-shaped hull mounted on a chassis and made of iron, brass and wood.
- Length: 3.9m, Width: 2.2m, Height: 3.2m.
- Overall Volume: approximately 27.4m³ (2 dTons).
- Unloaded Weight: 9,800 kg.
The overall volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes track clearance. The enclosed volume of the hull is slightly lower.
The tender is fitted with wheels set onto axles.
- The vehicle is designed to operate on rail networks.
Power[edit]
The tender has no internal power source.
Performance[edit]
Tenders are unpowered. They are moved by being attached to a railroad locomotive. They carry a supply of solid fuel and an additional reserve of water for the locomotive's boiler.
- Tenders and locomotives have a manually operated coupling system consisting of hooks and chains. The braking system consists of physically pushing a large lever against a wheel to cause friction.
Cargo[edit]
The cargo area of the tender is an open-fronted open-topped hopper used to store solid fuel. A large barrel stores a reserve of water, which must be transferred to the locomotive's tanks through the use of a bucket. Maximum load: 2,700 kg.
- Cargo Storage: 21m³ (solid fuel), 14m³ (water)
- Maximum Load: 6,100 kg.
- Maximum Gross Weight: 15,900 kg.
Equipment[edit]
Running lights.
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
A very basic surface transport vehicle designed for very small-scale logistical operations. It is designed to tow small wagons over limited distances.
Although the vehicle is manufactured at very low tech levels and uses the most basic of materials the design has been perfected over millennia and all of the engineering aspects are well-known and thoroughly understood. The locomotive, though lovingly hand-built, is horribly inefficient and unreliable, if not outright dangerous. If a breakdown does occur it can generally be repaired with simple tools and brute force.
Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities[edit]
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Selected Variant Types & Classes[edit]
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References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
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