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 |
The Heavy Tractor Unit is a type of Ground Car.
Description / Specifications
The Heavy Tractor Unit is a large cargo vehicle designed for commercial use.
Hull / Suspension
A boxy, generally streamlined hull constructed from alloys and composite materials.
- Length: 9.1m (cabin length 3.3m), Width: 3.4m, Height: 4.5m.
- Overall Volume: approximately 140m³ (10 dTons).
- Unloaded Weight: 28,500 kg.
The overall volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes road clearance. The contained volume of the contoured hull is substantially lower.
The vehicle is fitted with a wheeled suspension system mounted onto a series of axles.
- The vehicle performs excellently on metalled surfaces but has a relatively 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 100 kph, Top Speed 160 kph. Off-road speed less than 20 kph.
- Range 3400 km at cruise, 3100 km at top speed.
The Tractor Unit connects to trailers. These are fitted with a traction pin that 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. Basic environment (heaters and interior lighting; the hull is weatherproof but is not sealed). The driver's position is equipped with advanced mechanical controls, a computer system and a console / heads-up display that provides information such as velocity.
Internal cargo storage: 7.5m³ (given over to a crew bunk, a tiny galley and a fresher). Maximum load: restricted by internal volume only.
Equipment
Headlights and running lights. 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 Heavy Tractor can tow a variety of loads, including the Heavy Box Trailer, the Heavy Flatbed Trailer, and the Heavy Tanker Trailer.
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