Fringian Steam Truck
| Steam Truck | |
|---|---|
| Tech Level | TL–4 |
| Mass | 3.5 Tons |
| Cost | {{{cost}}} |
| Mode | Wheels |
| Type | |
| Speed | 45 kph |
| Cargo | 23m³ |
| Crew | 1 |
| Passengers | 3+1 |
| Armament | none |
22'0"x7'6"x10'0".
Description / Specifications
A small passenger/cargo vehicle designed for the civilian market.
Hull / Suspension
A boxy hull constructed from steel, brass and wood. Length: 7.1m, Width: 2.2m, Height: 3.1m. Unloaded Weight: 6300 kg.
- Overall volume: approximately 48.5m³ (3.5 dTons).
- Note that the overall volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes road clearance. The enclosed volume of the contoured hull is lower.
The vehicle is fitted with a wheeled suspension mounted on axles
- The vehicle performs well on metalled surfaces. It has limited off-road capability.
Power / Transmission
A small but efficient high pressure boiler, generating steam by burning liquid fuel to heat stored water. The steam powers pistons connected to the drive wheels. The locomotive carries a reserve of water in an internal tank and a supply of liquid fuel within a protected tank. Cold-starting the truck can take up to an hour and requires tens of liters of water to be boiled.
Performance
- Cruise Speed 30 kph, Top Speed 45 km. Off-road speed less than 10 kph.
- Range 300 km at cruise, 200 km at top speed.
Crew / Passengers
An enclosed cabin fitted with clear windows and containing two front seats – an additional passenger can be accommodated though such arrangements are cramped. Basic environment (the hull is weatherproof but is not sealed). The driver's position is fitted with basic mechanical controls and gauges that provide information such as internal pressure and forward velocity.
Open-topped cargo hold. Cargo storage: 17m³ (1.2 dTons). Maximum load (including passengers): 6100 kg.
Equipment
Headlights and running lights.
History / Background
An early self-propelled road vehicle capable of moving heavy loads. Although the vehicle is manufactured at relatively low tech levels and uses basic materials the design has been perfected over millennia and all of the engineering aspects are well-known and thoroughly understood. The steam truck is relatively efficient and reliable for its era. If a breakdown does occur it can generally be repaired with simple tools and brute force.
See also: Vehicles of the Distant Fringe
References & Contributors / Sources
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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