The Sub-Eritran society of Molab, beyond Woloron 12, has placed an order for DDS warships and equipment that could be worth over 4 billion zarks. The order is for 5 Pentekonter-E, an export version of the Pentekonter OPV and 2 Isometric-E, a ship based on the Isometric platform though less powerful than in DDS service. The Molab are also interested in 2 Extender oilers and up to 12 Feeder shuttles.
As part of the deal the DDS will also build for the Molab maintenance and mooring points at 2 locations in the Molab system. The Molab's existing 2 ships, ex-Tarbotian Yeoman II frigates will receive refurbishment and minor updates to become training/reserve ships when the Isometrics are delivered.
One problem with the deal though is that DDS shipyards are already at maximum capacity fulfilling DDS orders. The DDS said they will build a dedicated new line at Rathun's World to build export Pentekonters and Isometrics. Deliveries should begin of the Extenders in 2108 and the other ships from 2109. Construction of the orbital facilties and training of crews will begin next summer.
6.12.06
DDS to improve armament of Terran Sea with TSTP
The DDS are to update all Terran Sea frigates with the Terran Sea Tactical Pod (TSTP). It was originally just going to be part of the Terran Sea-C sub-varient but funding has now been found to improve all existing Terran Seas too. The TSTP replaces the Z-cannon with an integrated weapons pod that includes an improved Z-cannon, a new missile launcher, 2 CIWS and some EW equipment. The missile launcher is the new type that will equip the next generation of DDS ships including the Quasar ILU and Panther. Because of less advanced fire control systems Terran Sea TSTP will only be able to fire 4 missiles at any one time and not 8 which is the launcher's limit.
The Terran Sea's existing belly mounted launcher will be replaced with the new small launcher which is intended for smaller ships and auxiliary armament. This will (with some storage in the TSTP itself) increase Terran Sea missile storage from 64 to 80. The first TSTP will be fitted to a ship later this month.
The Terran Sea's existing belly mounted launcher will be replaced with the new small launcher which is intended for smaller ships and auxiliary armament. This will (with some storage in the TSTP itself) increase Terran Sea missile storage from 64 to 80. The first TSTP will be fitted to a ship later this month.
4.12.06
Sea Urchin badly injured in Zone attack
Commander Sea Urchin has been seriously during a battle against the Zones. Quasar class ship 1211 Positron was also badly damaged in the battle with a Zone cruiser. The battle occurred after Sea Urchin had secured a damaged Tarbotian Kenora cruiser of the Type H+ standard (the latest). The ship was found dead in DDS space after an accident in the ship's engine room that had wiped out the crew in a mass dose of lethal radiation. Although the ship was left badly damaged many systems were left intact and its hoped the ship's technology can be used to update the Remedian's Kenora.
However the Zones were also after the ship and followed Sea Urchin's ship. They launched an attack on the DDS and employed a new weapon that almost destroyed the Quasar. The weapon is a crude multi-phase missile with a huge warhead. Sea Urchin was injured during a firefight with Zone soldiers and required an emergency operation after being shot with an armour piercing missile.
The Kenora wreck has been secured by the DDS and Sea Urchin sent to a hospital on Rathun's World.
However the Zones were also after the ship and followed Sea Urchin's ship. They launched an attack on the DDS and employed a new weapon that almost destroyed the Quasar. The weapon is a crude multi-phase missile with a huge warhead. Sea Urchin was injured during a firefight with Zone soldiers and required an emergency operation after being shot with an armour piercing missile.
The Kenora wreck has been secured by the DDS and Sea Urchin sent to a hospital on Rathun's World.
Characters of the week : Hans & Otto
Whats your greatest nightmare? Could it is gay reptiles in SS uniform? Say hello to Hans & Otto of the Dino SS. Two jung herrs who brutally crack down on Dino rights in the name of crushing freedom? But ah you say. Isn't the SS supposed to be protecting the people not oppressing them? Ha ha ha the nativity of youth...
They are normal SS soldiers, who we have followed a few times on operations which they perform in typically sardonic SS manner. Hans is an uber-gay SS soldier with a liking for very tight white shorts. He finds SS uniform good for pulling though Otto mournfully comments that der uniform has der opposite effect on der vimmin.
They are normal SS soldiers, who we have followed a few times on operations which they perform in typically sardonic SS manner. Hans is an uber-gay SS soldier with a liking for very tight white shorts. He finds SS uniform good for pulling though Otto mournfully comments that der uniform has der opposite effect on der vimmin.
3.12.06
HCS Intel : Recent developments in HCS AFVs
Dr Forbidden here, apologies for missing 2 months HCS Intel reports, as you can appreciate sometimes i am so busy here at DDS Research...
It would not be inaccurate though slightly misleading to say that since the end of the Clone Wars HCS AFV development has stagnated. Its true there have been no new major types developed since the ill-faited T-92 but there has been a period of down-sizing and standardisation which was quite frankly desperately needed to clean up the mess of types operated and the logistic and engineering nightmares that caused.
The HCS Tank arm have seen the bulk of standardisation. The intriguing twin-hull T-105 was withdrawn, all T-88s below the T-88P2C mark withdawn (T-88P2 is the new name for the T-88++). Production of the T-91, the turretless replacement for the T-89 was ended after just 120 built and these have been withdrawn and put into storage. The T-92, the intended replacement for the T-88, was cancelled before production began despite excellent performance.
The HCS Tank arm is well and truly based on the T-89 now. Instead of replacing it the HCS have just continued to develop it using technology from the T-91 and T-92 projects. The HCS have just started to introduce the T-89E series, the biggest update since the end of the war. This new version is fairly similar to the T-89C in terms of hardware but has a totally new electronics and sensor suite. The HCS are trying to move into the info-rich technologically advanced age and move away from the old days of mass low-tech forces.
The secondary line T-55Z continues in service and production of course for terrorising peasants and the like. The HCS did toy with producing a copy of the T-62 instead but ended production after a few dozen. It was more expensive to build but just as massively obsolete so why bother?
Now we move onto IFVs, of course the iconic TRV-5 Tapir reigns supreme even though it was only intended as a reconnaissance vehicle (hence the designation) and is too small to carry that many troops. However it's survivability and reliability obviously scored well especially as it's contemporary, the TCV-7 Anteater has an unfortunate habit of exploding rather easily. Virtually all Anteaters have now been withdrawn no doubt to the relief of HCS soldiers.
The Tapir is now up to the F series and like the T-89E has had a number of improvements to systems in order for it to work in the info-war. The Tapir-F introduces fully synthetic driving views in order to delete the frontal armour weakness caused by a visor and to give the driver an enhanced full-spectrum driving view with overlayed tactical information relayed in real-time. Its rumoured the T-89E also has such a system though is unconfirmed at the moment.
The HCS have also designed a lighter wheeled version of the Tapir, the WCV-10 White Tapir to finally replace the hotch potch of internal security types used by the HCS. There are even a few dozen copies of the BTR-80 copy, the BTR-85 still in existance! The HCS plan to build 2000 White Tapirs to replace the BTR-85 and other assorted rubbish.
One area of the HCS thats firmly rooted in obselescence is the artillery arm. The ATC-107C still is the main self-propelled artillery gun even though it was designed 30 years ago as a stop gap! Much HCS artillery is still towed and desperately needs to be withdrawn. And to replace these ancient systems they are going to build... more ATC-107s!
The ATC-107G is a redesign though and finally has the communications and computer technology in order for the artillery to operate in the 22nd century and not the 20th.
So there is the HCS in 2106, no new types but plenty of work still going on and finally a coherant policy on procurement.
It would not be inaccurate though slightly misleading to say that since the end of the Clone Wars HCS AFV development has stagnated. Its true there have been no new major types developed since the ill-faited T-92 but there has been a period of down-sizing and standardisation which was quite frankly desperately needed to clean up the mess of types operated and the logistic and engineering nightmares that caused.
The HCS Tank arm have seen the bulk of standardisation. The intriguing twin-hull T-105 was withdrawn, all T-88s below the T-88P2C mark withdawn (T-88P2 is the new name for the T-88++). Production of the T-91, the turretless replacement for the T-89 was ended after just 120 built and these have been withdrawn and put into storage. The T-92, the intended replacement for the T-88, was cancelled before production began despite excellent performance.
The HCS Tank arm is well and truly based on the T-89 now. Instead of replacing it the HCS have just continued to develop it using technology from the T-91 and T-92 projects. The HCS have just started to introduce the T-89E series, the biggest update since the end of the war. This new version is fairly similar to the T-89C in terms of hardware but has a totally new electronics and sensor suite. The HCS are trying to move into the info-rich technologically advanced age and move away from the old days of mass low-tech forces.
The secondary line T-55Z continues in service and production of course for terrorising peasants and the like. The HCS did toy with producing a copy of the T-62 instead but ended production after a few dozen. It was more expensive to build but just as massively obsolete so why bother?
Now we move onto IFVs, of course the iconic TRV-5 Tapir reigns supreme even though it was only intended as a reconnaissance vehicle (hence the designation) and is too small to carry that many troops. However it's survivability and reliability obviously scored well especially as it's contemporary, the TCV-7 Anteater has an unfortunate habit of exploding rather easily. Virtually all Anteaters have now been withdrawn no doubt to the relief of HCS soldiers.
The Tapir is now up to the F series and like the T-89E has had a number of improvements to systems in order for it to work in the info-war. The Tapir-F introduces fully synthetic driving views in order to delete the frontal armour weakness caused by a visor and to give the driver an enhanced full-spectrum driving view with overlayed tactical information relayed in real-time. Its rumoured the T-89E also has such a system though is unconfirmed at the moment.
The HCS have also designed a lighter wheeled version of the Tapir, the WCV-10 White Tapir to finally replace the hotch potch of internal security types used by the HCS. There are even a few dozen copies of the BTR-80 copy, the BTR-85 still in existance! The HCS plan to build 2000 White Tapirs to replace the BTR-85 and other assorted rubbish.
One area of the HCS thats firmly rooted in obselescence is the artillery arm. The ATC-107C still is the main self-propelled artillery gun even though it was designed 30 years ago as a stop gap! Much HCS artillery is still towed and desperately needs to be withdrawn. And to replace these ancient systems they are going to build... more ATC-107s!
The ATC-107G is a redesign though and finally has the communications and computer technology in order for the artillery to operate in the 22nd century and not the 20th.
So there is the HCS in 2106, no new types but plenty of work still going on and finally a coherant policy on procurement.
1.12.06
HCS announce details of OPV
The HCS Space Fleet (or rather fleets) have published some details of their forthcoming patrol boat the HCS OPV 08 Project. The ship will be similar to the DDS Pentekonter in being a small low-powered ship optimised for policing and local patrol duties. However the ship will also be suitable for expansion. Its thought that at a later stage an updated version will be built to begin replacing the large Kalahati Tuul fleet.
To begin with though the design is modest. It will have a crew of just 8, though able to take a detachment of up to 30 space marines. Top speed will be 500c. The HCS said they would give more details in the new year including the name. Though Shark, the name of the previous project for a patrol boat is thought to be the front runner.
To begin with though the design is modest. It will have a crew of just 8, though able to take a detachment of up to 30 space marines. Top speed will be 500c. The HCS said they would give more details in the new year including the name. Though Shark, the name of the previous project for a patrol boat is thought to be the front runner.
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