Fringian Heavy Tractor Unit
| Heavy Tractor Unit | |
|---|---|
| Tech Level | TL–8 |
| Mass | 10 Tons |
| Cost | {{{cost}}} |
| Mode | Wheels |
| Type | |
| Speed | 100 kph |
| Cargo | 7.5m³ |
| Crew | 1 |
| Passengers | 2 (+1) |
| Armament | none |
Description / Specifications
A large cargo transport vehicle designed for commercial organisations. It is designed to tow a Heavy Box Semitrailer.
Hull / Suspension
A generally box-shaped alloy/composite material hull. Length: 9.1m (cabin length 3.3m), Width: 3.4m, Height: 4.5m. Unloaded Weight: 16500 kg.
- External Volume: approximately 140m³ (10 dTons).
- Note that the external volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes road clearance. The contained volume of the contoured hull (primarily mounted towards the front of the vehicle) is substantially lower.
The vehicle is fitted with wheeled suspension set onto a series of axles.
- The vehicle performs well on metalled surfaces but has very limited off-road capability.
Power / Transmission
A large power plant consisting of fuel cells and batteries. The power plant drives electric motors set into the axles.
Performance
- Cruise Speed 80 kph, Top Speed 130 kph. Off-road speed less than 20 kph.
- Range 3400 km at cruise, 3100 km at top speed.
The Tractor Unit connects to a Heavy Box Semitrailer or other similar load. Trailers have a traction pin which fits into a "fifth wheel" coupling mounted on the rear portion of the Tractor.
Passengers / Cargo
An enclosed cabin containing three front seats – an additional passenger can be accommodated though such arrangements are cramped. The seating is fitted with safety belts. The driver's position is equipped with a computer system, advanced mechanical controls and a console / heads-up display that provides information such as velocity.
Internal cargo storage: 7.5m³ (given over to a crew bunks, a galley and a fresher). Maximum load: restricted by volume only.
Equipment
Headlights and running lights. Basic environment (heat, light: the hull is weatherproof but is not sealed). Small (typically 200 km range) radio communicator. The vehicle is fitted with proximity sensors, an onboard computer management system and a variety of driver aids.
History / Background
A commercial vehicle available in a variety of body styles. The tractor unit can tow a variety of loads, including the Heavy Box Semitrailer, the Heavy Flatbed Semitrailer, and the Heavy Tanker Semitrailer.
See also: Vehicles of the Distant Fringe
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- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science