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==In the 41st Millennium== | ==In the 41st Millennium== | ||
| − | The Atlas is a stripped down Leman Russ with no turret, weakened armour and a supercharged engines to enable it to move weights in excess of 60 tonnes. Three or more | + | The Atlas is a stripped down Leman Russ with no turret, weakened armour and a supercharged engines to enable it to move weights in excess of 60 tonnes. Three or more Atlases are needed to tow a super heavy tank. |
| − | Usually all of the | + | Usually all of the Atlases are grouped together under the control of the regimental commander, although not all regiments have them. Those that do, almost always find their services in need. During battles they are held in reserve until a call comes through for one of them to brave the battlefield and rescue a vehicle. It has a large crane and rear spade to allow it to lift the heavy weight without toppling over backwards. |
| − | Often | + | Often Atlases are accompanied by [[Trojans]] which can tow large flatbed trailers to put damaged vehicles on to be moved to the workshops. Often an Atlas crew is well enough trained to repair a vehicle on the spot, they are often followed by a [[Techpriest Enginseer]] to properly bless and consecrate the vehicle. |
Destroyed vehicles will be investigated for scavenge, freeing its machine spirit to the [[Emperor]] and then left to rust away in peace. | Destroyed vehicles will be investigated for scavenge, freeing its machine spirit to the [[Emperor]] and then left to rust away in peace. | ||
| − | ==Regiments known to contain | + | ==Regiments known to contain Atlases== |
*[[Krieg 28th Armoured Regiment|28th Krieg Armoured Regiment]] - Galan V Expedition Force | *[[Krieg 28th Armoured Regiment|28th Krieg Armoured Regiment]] - Galan V Expedition Force | ||
*[[Teutonian 121st Armoured Regiment|121st Teutonian Armoured Regiment]] | *[[Teutonian 121st Armoured Regiment|121st Teutonian Armoured Regiment]] | ||
Revision as of 06:05, 8 July 2009
The Atlas (Recovery Tank) is an armoured recovery tank based on the Leman Russ Battle Tank chassis. It is designed to recovery disabled or destroyed vehicles and tow them back to friendly lines for repairs.
Contents
History
In the 41st Millennium
The Atlas is a stripped down Leman Russ with no turret, weakened armour and a supercharged engines to enable it to move weights in excess of 60 tonnes. Three or more Atlases are needed to tow a super heavy tank.
Usually all of the Atlases are grouped together under the control of the regimental commander, although not all regiments have them. Those that do, almost always find their services in need. During battles they are held in reserve until a call comes through for one of them to brave the battlefield and rescue a vehicle. It has a large crane and rear spade to allow it to lift the heavy weight without toppling over backwards.
Often Atlases are accompanied by Trojans which can tow large flatbed trailers to put damaged vehicles on to be moved to the workshops. Often an Atlas crew is well enough trained to repair a vehicle on the spot, they are often followed by a Techpriest Enginseer to properly bless and consecrate the vehicle.
Destroyed vehicles will be investigated for scavenge, freeing its machine spirit to the Emperor and then left to rust away in peace.
Regiments known to contain Atlases
- 28th Krieg Armoured Regiment - Galan V Expedition Force
- 121st Teutonian Armoured Regiment
- 74th Cadian Armoured Regiment - defence of Hamman's World
Armament and Upgrades
The Atlas is armed with a single hull mounted Heavy Bolter. It may also be upgraded with Camo Netting, Extra Armour, a Mine Sweeper, a pintle-mounted Heavy Stubber/Storm Bolter, a Rough Terrain Modification, a Searchlight, Track Guards and Smoke Launchers.
| Vehicle Name: | Atlas Recovery Tank | Main Armament: | Heavy Bolter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge World of Origin: | Stygies VIII | Secondary Armament: | N/A |
| Known Patterns: | I-IX | Traverse: | 10 degrees |
| Crew: | Commander, Driver, Operator | Elevation: | From -1 to 18 degrees |
| Powerplant: | MR230 V12 multi-fuel | Main Ammunition: | 300 rounds |
| Weight: | 42 tonnes | Secondary Ammunition: | N/A |
| Length: | 7.08m | ||
| Width: | 4.86m | Armour | |
| Height: | 3.75m | ||
| Ground Clearance: | 0.45m | Superstructure: | 90mm |
| Fording Depth: | {{{Fording Depth}}} | Hull: | 80mm |
| Max Speed - on road | 34kph | Gun Mantlet | N/A |
| Max Speed - off road: | 20kph | Vehicle Designation: | 0427-941-1117-AT013 |
| Transport Capacity: | None | Firing Ports: | n/a |
| Access Points: | n/a | Turret: | N/A |
