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KRÖTE
Panzer-Aufklärungs TW 48
In
2884, the driver-less assault light scout tank, Kröte, was recognised
as a regular weapon of the Shutoral forces because of its versatility.
The Kröte was suited to movement in the wastelands because of
its superior drive system which allowed it to travel in most areas
on its own two feet. It had a strong armoured defence of tungsten
and special ceramics as well as an unequalled internal structure.
Moreover, it was armed with a Vulcan MG515, which was the most
efficient weapon the Shutoral forces had at the time, and a scouting
computer and other electronics good enough to meet the demands
of the front as both a light assault unit or as a reconnaissance
drone. Furthermore, they were fairly cheap to mass produce and
their maintainability was good, which endeared them to the units
they were stationed with.
The
Kröte played an active part as the first driver-less fighting
weapon until the more efficient Neuspotter appeared. However many
Krötes continued to be used even after the Neuspotter stood at
the front as a back-up weapon.
The
Kröte has a unique way of walking, and when moving quickly actually
bounces, much like the toad from which it is named.
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Bomvol
und Zionel GmbH |
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400,001
- 442,303 |
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0 |
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13.5
tons |
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2.56
m |
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1.64
m |
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3.85
m |
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HL190/P38500 |
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50
kph |
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350
km |
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FuG42/dh |
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TFZ38/f |
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Vulcan
1.5 cm MG515/S Cannon |
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20-70
mm tungsten
10-30 mm special heatproof ceramic armour |
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