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{{InfoboxWeapon
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|name    = Generic VRF Gaus Gun
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|name    = Generic VRF Gauss Gun
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|ammo    = 9mm [[bullet]], x15 rounds
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|ammo    = 4[[mm]] [[needle bullet]], x1,000 [[round]] [[hopper]]s
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|caption = Generic VRF Gaus Gun
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|caption = Generic VRF Gauss Gun
 
|code    = TBD
 
|code    = TBD
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|cost    = Cr?
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|cost    = [[Cr]]200,000
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|footnote= Generic VRF Gaus Gun
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|footnote= Generic VRF Gauss Gun
 
|group  = Ranged Weapon
 
|group  = Ranged Weapon
 
|image  = [[File: Imperial Sunburst-Sun-IISS-Traveller.gif]]
 
|image  = [[File: Imperial Sunburst-Sun-IISS-Traveller.gif]]
 
|model  = TBD
 
|model  = TBD
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|size    = ?.0 mm
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|origin  = TBD
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|TL      = ?
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|size    = 1,500[[mm]]
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|Type    = Pistol
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|TL      = 10
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|volume  = ?.0 mm
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|Type    = Support Weapon
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|weight  = ?.0 gm
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|volume  = 1,500[[mm]]
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|weight  = 2,000.0 kilograms
 
|manufacturer= Various
 
|manufacturer= Various
 
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The [[VRF Gaus Gun]] (190.0 grams loaded; [[Cr]]300,000; [[TL-14]]) is [[TBD]].
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The [[VRF Gauss Gun]] (12,000.0 grams loaded; [[Cr]]200,000; [[TL-10]]) is a sophisticated, high-tech electromagnetic weapon capable of putting more fire on target than any previous [[KEW]] [[support weapon]].
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* It is a [[KEW]] [[Light Weapon]].
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* [[VRF]] guns can be massive ammo hogs. {{Unpublished cite|author=Maksim-Smelchak}}
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* It is a [[KEW]] [[Light Weapon]] acting as a [[support weapon]] in an anti-material mission.
 
   
 
   
 
== Description (Specifications) ==
 
== Description (Specifications) ==
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Very Rapid Fire (VRF) Gauss Gun: A cryogenically cooled rapid fire support weapon, the
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"[[VRF Gauss Gun|Very Rapid Fire (VRF) Gauss Gun]]:" A cryogenically cooled rapid fire [[support weapon]], the VRF gauss gun fires a 4[[mm]], 4.0 gram [[needle bullet]] to velocities of 4,500 meters per second with an effective rate of fire of 4,000 [[round]]s per minute. Firing operation is similar to that of the [[gauss rifle]]. The [[weapon]] fires 100-[[round]] bursts, up to ten of which may be fired in a matter of seconds. Each burst may directed at a separate target within the firing arc of the [[weapon]]. {{Page cite|name= Mercenary  |page=38 |version=Classic Traveller}}
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VRF gauss gun fires a 4 mm, 4 gram needle bullet to velocities of 4500 meters per second with an effective rate of fire of 4000 rounds per minute. Firing operation is similar to that of the gauss rifle. The weapon fires 100 round bursts, up to 10 of which may be fired in any one combat round. Each burst may directed at a separate target within the firing arc of the weapon.
 
  
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The weapon is only available in the turreted configuration, and requires special modifications to the vehicle carrying it. The turret normally gives a 180 degree arc of fire, although a more sophisticated turret (costing an additional CR 50000) provides a 360 degree arc of fire. If more than four bursts are fired in a turn, there is a chance of a stoppage. Roll 2D 12+ for a minor stoppage and 15+ for a major stoppage. (Roll only once with the die roll indicating no stoppage, minor stoppage, or major stoppage.) Apply a DM of +1 per additional burst fired, and -1 per level of Heavy Weapon skill. If a minor stoppage develops, the weapon may not fire for from 2 to 12 combat rounds (roll two dice, and subtract the gunner's expertise from the total). If a major stoppage develops, the weapon may not fire again until major maintenance has been performed.
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Ammunition is provided in 1,000-[[round]] [[hopper]]s, which are loaded directly into the weapon's ammunition bay. The ammunition bay of a VRF gauss gun vehicle will generally hold up to 30,000-[[round]]s although this will vary somewhat with vehicle size. Reloading is not necessary until all rounds in an ammunition bay have been expended. Reloading generally takes in excess of one hour. {{Page cite|name= Mercenary  |page=38 |version=Classic Traveller}}
  
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Ammunition is provided in 1000 round hoppers, which are loaded directly into the weapon's ammunition bay. The ammunition bay of a VRF gauss gun vehicle will generally hold up to 30000 rounds although this will vary somewhat with vehicle size. Reloading is not necessary until all rounds in an ammunition bay have been expended. Reloading generally takes in excess of one hour.
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=== Weapon Characteristics ===
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Length: 1,500[[mm]]. Weight, unloaded: 2,000.0 kilograms. 10,000.0 kilogram ammunition hopper weight. Base price: [[Cr]]200,000. Ammunition hopper price: [[Cr]]200 for a 1,000-[[round]] hopper. [[TL-10|Tech level 10]]. {{Page cite|name= Mercenary  |page=52 |version=Classic Traveller}}
  
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=== Weapon Characteristics ===
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=== VRF Gaus Gun Vehicle Mounting ===
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Length: ?mm. Weight, unloaded: ? grams. Base price: Cr?. {{Page cite|name= Characters and Combat|page=38|version=Classic Traveller}}
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The [[weapon]] is only available in the [[Vehicle Turret|turret]]ed configuration, and requires special modifications to the [[vehicle]] carrying it. The turret normally gives a 180 degree arc of fire, although a more sophisticated turret (costing an additional [[Cr]]50,000) provides a 360 degree arc of fire. If more than four bursts are fired within a few seconds, there is a chance of a stoppage. If a minor stoppage develops, the weapon may not be able to resume firing for several minutes. If a major stoppage develops, the weapon may not fire again until major maintenance has been performed. {{Page cite|name= Mercenary  |page=38 |version=Classic Traveller}}
  
 
== History & Background (Dossier) ==
 
== History & Background (Dossier) ==
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TBD {{Unpublished cite|author=Maksim-Smelchak}}
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"[[VRF Gauss Gun]]:" The ultimate development of the [[slug thrower]] support wepaon, the VRF gauss gun generates an electromagnetic field along the length of the barrel which accelerates a 4[[mm]], 4 gram [[needle bullet]] to velocities of 1,500 meters per second. The round itself consists of a dense armor piercing core surrounded by a softer metal covering, ending in a [[hollow point]], giving the round both high stopping power and a good armor piercing capability. Flight along the barrel is nearly frictionless, with spin stabilization imparted through magnetic bias. {{Unpublished cite|author=Maksim-Smelchak}}
  
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=== Selected Automatic Pistol Models ===
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=== Selected VRF Gaus Gun Models ===
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# [[TL-15 VRF Gaus Gun]]
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# [[TL-10 VRF Gauss Gun]]
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# [[TL-11 VRF Gauss Gun]]
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# [[TL-12 VRF Gauss Gun]]
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# [[TL-13 VRF Gauss Gun]]
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# [[TL-14 VRF Gauss Gun]]
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# [[TL-15 VRF Gauss Gun]]
  
 
== References & Contributors (Sources) ==
 
== References & Contributors (Sources) ==
 
{{Intermediate}}
 
{{Intermediate}}
 
{{Sources
 
{{Sources
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|S1= {{Ludography cite|name= Mercenary |page=38 |version=Classic Traveller}}
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|S1= {{Ludography cite|name= Mercenary |page=39, 52 |version=Classic Traveller}}
 
|S2= {{Ludography cite|name= High Passage 3 |page=38 |article= The Armory: Mercenary Support Weapons}} (Illustration)  
 
|S2= {{Ludography cite|name= High Passage 3 |page=38 |article= The Armory: Mercenary Support Weapons}} (Illustration)  
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|S3= [[Imperial Encyclopedia]]
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|S3= {{Ludography cite|name= Imperial Encyclopedia |page= TBD }}
 
|S4= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]]
 
|S4= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]]
 
|S5= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[User:Maksim-Smelchak|Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]  
 
|S5= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[User:Maksim-Smelchak|Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]  
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[[Category: Electromagnetic Weapon]]
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[[Category: Gauss Weapon]]
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[[Category: KEW Weapon]]
 
[[Category: Light Weapon]]
 
[[Category: Light Weapon]]
 
[[Category: Ranged Weapon]]
 
[[Category: Ranged Weapon]]
 
[[Category: Support Weapon]]
 
[[Category: Support Weapon]]
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[[Category: Zero G Weapon]]
 
{{LE|Weapon}}
 
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Revision as of 14:42, 23 October 2018

Generic VRF Gauss Gun
Imperial Sunburst-Sun-IISS-Traveller.gif
Generic VRF Gauss Gun
Group: Ranged Weapon
Tech Level TL–10
Size 1,500mm
Weight 2,000.0 kilograms
Cost Cr200,000
Ammo 4mm needle bullet, x1,000 round hoppers
Manufacturer Various
Generic VRF Gauss Gun

The VRF Gauss Gun (12,000.0 grams loaded; Cr200,000; TL-10) is a sophisticated, high-tech electromagnetic weapon capable of putting more fire on target than any previous KEW support weapon.

Description (Specifications)

"Very Rapid Fire (VRF) Gauss Gun:" A cryogenically cooled rapid fire support weapon, the VRF gauss gun fires a 4mm, 4.0 gram needle bullet to velocities of 4,500 meters per second with an effective rate of fire of 4,000 rounds per minute. Firing operation is similar to that of the gauss rifle. The weapon fires 100-round bursts, up to ten of which may be fired in a matter of seconds. Each burst may directed at a separate target within the firing arc of the weapon. [2]

Ammunition is provided in 1,000-round hoppers, which are loaded directly into the weapon's ammunition bay. The ammunition bay of a VRF gauss gun vehicle will generally hold up to 30,000-rounds although this will vary somewhat with vehicle size. Reloading is not necessary until all rounds in an ammunition bay have been expended. Reloading generally takes in excess of one hour. [3]

Weapon Characteristics

Length: 1,500mm. Weight, unloaded: 2,000.0 kilograms. 10,000.0 kilogram ammunition hopper weight. Base price: Cr200,000. Ammunition hopper price: Cr200 for a 1,000-round hopper. Tech level 10. [4]

VRF Gaus Gun Vehicle Mounting

The weapon is only available in the turreted configuration, and requires special modifications to the vehicle carrying it. The turret normally gives a 180 degree arc of fire, although a more sophisticated turret (costing an additional Cr50,000) provides a 360 degree arc of fire. If more than four bursts are fired within a few seconds, there is a chance of a stoppage. If a minor stoppage develops, the weapon may not be able to resume firing for several minutes. If a major stoppage develops, the weapon may not fire again until major maintenance has been performed. [5]

History & Background (Dossier)

"VRF Gauss Gun:" The ultimate development of the slug thrower support wepaon, the VRF gauss gun generates an electromagnetic field along the length of the barrel which accelerates a 4mm, 4 gram needle bullet to velocities of 1,500 meters per second. The round itself consists of a dense armor piercing core surrounded by a softer metal covering, ending in a hollow point, giving the round both high stopping power and a good armor piercing capability. Flight along the barrel is nearly frictionless, with spin stabilization imparted through magnetic bias. [6]

Selected VRF Gaus Gun Models

  1. TL-10 VRF Gauss Gun
  2. TL-11 VRF Gauss Gun
  3. TL-12 VRF Gauss Gun
  4. TL-13 VRF Gauss Gun
  5. TL-14 VRF Gauss Gun
  6. TL-15 VRF Gauss Gun

References & Contributors (Sources)

This list of sources was used by the Traveller Wiki Editorial Team and individual contributors to compose this article. Copyrighted material is used under license from Far Future Enterprises or by permission of the author. The page history lists all of the contributions.
  1. ↑ Information provided to the library by Maksim-Smelchak
  2. ↑ Frank Chadwick. Mercenary (Game Designers Workshop, 1978), 38.
  3. ↑ Frank Chadwick. Mercenary (Game Designers Workshop, 1978), 38.
  4. ↑ Frank Chadwick. Mercenary (Game Designers Workshop, 1978), 52.
  5. ↑ Frank Chadwick. Mercenary (Game Designers Workshop, 1978), 38.
  6. ↑ Information provided to the library by Maksim-Smelchak
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