Equipment classification: K - Containers, Carriers, Cases, Backpacks, Holsters.[edit]
One of the first significant invention of any race is the bag, the thing that improves their ability to carry food and supplies. Containers can be, and are, constructed of almost every conceivable material, fabric, metal, plastic, wood or other plant material, animal hides of all sorts, and various combinations. They are use in gathering and transporting various items of interest and value.
Attache case
| Attache case
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–7
|
| Cost
|
Cr75
|
| Size
|
2 liters
|
| Weight
|
1 kg
|
|
|
An aluminum and magnesium carrying case used by technicians to carry precision instruments. The case contains blocks of foam, which can be individually removed to ensure protection for the contents.
Backpack
A Backpack is a cloth bag with shoulder straps or handles, like a rucksack or a duffle bag. Can hold up to 40.0 kg or 40.0 liters, whichever is smaller. More expensive ones come with padded shoulder straps or metal frames to reduce fatigue while carrying loads.
- Steve Harmon. FCI Consumer Guide (FASA, 1981), 6.
- Marc Miller. Imperial Encyclopedia (Game Designers Workshop, 1987), 52.
- Marc Miller. Marc Miller's Traveller (Imperium Games, 1996), 67.
- Douglas E. Berry. Ground Forces (Steve Jackson Games, 2000), 103.
- Martin Dougherty. Guns, Gadgets and Gear (Avenger Enterprises, 2007), 51.
- Marc Miller. T5 Core Rules (Far Future Enterprises, 2013), 639.
- Matthew Sprange. Central Supply Catalogue (Mongoose Publishing, 2016), 51.
Canteen
| Canteen
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–5
|
| Cost
|
Cr10
|
| Size
|
1 liter
|
| Weight
|
2 kg
|
|
|
A simple 1-liter canteen, a bottle with resealable lid, for holding water or other liquids. Holds 1 liter of water.
- Martin Dougherty, Neil Frier. Star Mercs (Steve Jackson Games, 1999), 80.
- Douglas E. Berry. Ground Forces (Steve Jackson Games, 2000), 103.
- Martin Dougherty. Guns, Gadgets and Gear (Avenger Enterprises, 2007), 52.
- Matthew Sprange. Central Supply Catalogue (Mongoose Publishing, 2016), 51.
Cargo Container
| 4A00/A shipping container
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–10
|
| Cost
|
Cr15,000
|
| Size
|
8 dtons
|
| Weight
|
4,000kg
|
| loaded weight: 38,682kg
|
| 4A05/A shipping container
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–10
|
| Cost
|
Cr35,000
|
| Size
|
8 dtons
|
| Weight
|
4,000kg
|
| loaded weight: 38,682kg
|
| 4A32/A shipping container
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–10
|
| Cost
|
Cr42,000
|
| Size
|
8 dtons
|
| Weight
|
4,195kg
|
| loaded weight: 38,777kg
|
| 4A55/A shipping container
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–10
|
| Cost
|
Cr11,000
|
| Size
|
8 dtons
|
| Weight
|
2,268kg
|
| loaded weight: 36,850kg
|
| 4A70/A shipping container
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–10
|
| Cost
|
Cr136,000
|
| Size
|
8 dtons
|
| Weight
|
7,960kg
|
| loaded weight: 104,719kg
|
| 4A90/A shipping container
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–10
|
| Cost
|
Cr104,000
|
| Size
|
8 dtons
|
| Weight
|
11,515kg
|
| loaded weight: 13,874kg
|
The standardized Cargo Containers are the heart of interstellar trade. Containers come in many different types, each with a designation to distinguish the different types and uses. Designation for each container is (size)(type)/(TL).
Containers are 3 meters high by 3 meters wide and include all doors and fittings for cargo handling equipment. There are three sizes of containers, coded as 4A (12 meters long, 8 tons), 4C (6 meters long, 4 tons) or 4D (3 meters long, 2 tons). Containers are constructed at TL–5 to TL–15, with little variation in weight or cost.
Container types
| Type Code |
Name |
Description
|
| 00 |
General Purpose |
A simple box with doors at both ends.
|
| 05 |
Sealed |
Same as type 00, but capable of being sealed against external atmosphere. Does not include life support or environmental controls.
|
| 32 |
Controlled Environment |
A type 05 but including environmental controls for heat and cooling. Can maintain any temperature between -35°C and 50°C. Requires external power supply and has a 24-hour battery power supply.
|
| 50 |
Open Top |
Same as type 00, but missing the top.
|
| 55 |
Open Frame |
An open box frame with structural cross members. Used as a frame for heavy equipment. Can be covered with a flexible covering.
|
| 67 |
Modular |
A box designed to come apart into the six sides. Can be used as a type 00, type 50, or type 55, or folded flat for shipment. Four flat containers can be shipped in the space of one assembled container.
|
| 70 |
Tank |
A type 55 with a tank for transporting liquids or gasses in bulk.
|
| 90 |
Habitat |
A modular office, building component, or habitat. Provides full life support and cramped cabin quarters. Requires external power supply for life support and has a 24-hour battery supply.
|
Holster
A Holster is designed to hold one weapon, usually a pistol or other hand weapon, in close proximity to the manipulators of the sophont carrying. There are three basic types of holster: Tactical which are designed for quick access to the weapon, Military which have additional environmental protection, and Concealment which serve to hide the fact the weapon is being carried.
Magazine Carrier
| Magazine Carrier
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–5
|
| Cost
|
Cr10
|
| Size
|
0.1 liters
|
| Weight
|
0.1 kg
|
|
|
A Magazine Carrier or Magazine Holster holds a single magazine for a specific weapon. This allows the user to carry additional weapon magazines available for quick loading. The carrier is attached to a belt, Webgear, or other clothing.
Tool Chest
| Tool Chest
|
Mechanic tool chest
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–5
|
| Cost
|
Cr1,000
|
| Size
|
50 liters
|
| Weight
|
50 kg
|
|
|
The Tool Chest is a large container, usually on wheels or grav floater. It contains a wide range of tools and consumables for addressing almost every circumstance. The tool chest serves to organize the tools for a specific Tool Kit and contains larger tools for the kit.
Toolbox
| Toolbox
|
Cantilevered tray tool box
|
| Type
|
Container
|
| Tech Level
|
TL–4
|
| Cost
|
Cr100
|
| Size
|
15 liters
|
| Weight
|
10kg
|
|
|
A Toolbox holds a selection of tools, allowing them to be stored and carried from job to job. Tool boxes are constructed from study materials like metal or plastic, though some are made from canvas or other cloth.
Webgear
Webgear is an adjustable harness worn over the upper body for carrying equipment, ammunition, or weapons. It has two straps which go over the shoulders and cross in back and a belt with six snap pouches. Webgear is constructed from fabric with metallic snap closures and comes in two colors: green or white.
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9 Container items[edit]
| Item
|
Type
|
TL
|
Size
|
Weight
|
Cost
|
| Attache case
|
Container
|
7
|
2 liters
|
1 kg
|
Cr75
|
| Backpack
|
Container
|
3
|
|
3kg
|
Cr45
|
| Canteen
|
Container
|
5
|
1 liter
|
2 kg
|
Cr10
|
| Cargo Container
|
Container
|
10
|
8 dtons
|
4,000kg
|
Cr15,000
|
| Cargo Container
|
Container
|
10
|
8 dtons
|
4,000kg
|
Cr35,000
|
| Cargo Container
|
Container
|
10
|
8 dtons
|
4,195kg
|
Cr42,000
|
| Cargo Container
|
Container
|
10
|
8 dtons
|
2,268kg
|
Cr11,000
|
| Cargo Container
|
Container
|
10
|
8 dtons
|
7,960kg
|
Cr136,000
|
| Cargo Container
|
Container
|
10
|
8 dtons
|
11,515kg
|
Cr104,000
|
| Holster
|
Container
|
5
|
|
0.25 kg
|
Cr50
|
| Magazine Carrier
|
Container
|
5
|
0.1 liters
|
0.1 kg
|
Cr10
|
| Tool Chest
|
Container
|
5
|
50 liters
|
50 kg
|
Cr1,000
|
| Toolbox
|
Container
|
4
|
15 liters
|
10kg
|
Cr100
|
| Webgear
|
Container
|
6
|
|
0.45kg
|
Cr50
|
