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'''Stealth Battlesuits''' (or '''Stealthsuits''') are advanced [[Tau]] [[Battlesuit]]s used for operating well ahead of the main Tau army, often behind enemy lines.  They are worn by [[Stealthsuit Team]]s, and come in a variety of models.  
 
'''Stealth Battlesuits''' (or '''Stealthsuits''') are advanced [[Tau]] [[Battlesuit]]s used for operating well ahead of the main Tau army, often behind enemy lines.  They are worn by [[Stealthsuit Team]]s, and come in a variety of models.  
  
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==XV15 Stealth Battlesuit==
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==Overview==
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The XV15 is amongst the smallest Battlesuit ever used by the Tau - indeed the XV15 is hardly larger than a [[Fire Warrior]] in his typical armour - but that only enhances its role as infiltrator and saboteur.{{Fn|3}}  As with other battlesuits the XV15 incorporates multi-spectrum sensors and recoil absorption technology, but in addition it is also equipped with a [[jetpack]] and [[stealth field generator]], a holographic disruption field making the suit harder to spot.  The suit increases the user's strength, allowing them to hit harder in close combat and carry a [[burst cannon]] into battle.{{Fn|1}}
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Stealth Battlesuit teams are the "lone wolves" of the Tau Empire, operating alone behind enemy lines for extended periods as special forces. Their primary duties are infiltration of enemy lines and seeking vulnerable targets to destroy as well as conducting ambushes. In order to pass unseen, these suits utilize light0bending disruption body embedded into their battlesuits that camouflage themselves. Additional cloaking fields deaden sound and shield them from heat-detecting sensors.{{Fn|10}}
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==Models==
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===XV15 Stealth Battlesuit===
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*{{Main|XV15 Stealth Battlesuit}}
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The XV15 is amongst the smallest Battlesuit ever used by the Tau - indeed, the XV15 is hardly larger than [[Fire Warrior]]s in their typical armour - but that only enhances its role as infiltrator and saboteur.{{Fn|3}}  As with other battlesuits, the XV15 incorporates multi-spectrum sensors and recoil absorption technology, but in addition it is also equipped with a [[jetpack]], a [[stealth field generator]], and a holographic disruption field to make the suit harder to spot.{{Fn|1}}
 
[[Image:XV15.jpg|thumb|center|75px|XV15 Stealthsuit]]
 
[[Image:XV15.jpg|thumb|center|75px|XV15 Stealthsuit]]
  
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==XV22 Stealth Battlesuit==
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===XV22 Stealth/Stalker Battlesuit===
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*{{Main|XV22 Stealth Battlesuit}}
 
The XV22 is a new stealth battlesuit that is still in the field-testing stages.{{Fn|2a}}  It was first issued to [[Commander Shadowsun]] at the beginning of the [[Tau Empire#Third Phase Expansion|Third Sphere Expansion]], and is armed with two [[Fusion Blaster]]s.  In addition to its [[stealth field generator]] and [[jetpack]], the XV22 comes equipped with a [[Multi-tracker]], an advanced version of the [[Target Lock]] system, and a [[Drone Controller]] with a [[Drone#Command-link Drones|Command-link Drone]] and two [[MV52 Shield Drone]]s.{{Fn|2b}}
 
The XV22 is a new stealth battlesuit that is still in the field-testing stages.{{Fn|2a}}  It was first issued to [[Commander Shadowsun]] at the beginning of the [[Tau Empire#Third Phase Expansion|Third Sphere Expansion]], and is armed with two [[Fusion Blaster]]s.  In addition to its [[stealth field generator]] and [[jetpack]], the XV22 comes equipped with a [[Multi-tracker]], an advanced version of the [[Target Lock]] system, and a [[Drone Controller]] with a [[Drone#Command-link Drones|Command-link Drone]] and two [[MV52 Shield Drone]]s.{{Fn|2b}}
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[[Image:Shadowsun.gif|thumb|center|250px|An XV22 Stealthsuit{{Fn|2b}}]]
  
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Since its first introduction, other [[Tau Commander]]s have been granted access to the XV22 suit, although these sometimes lack the stealth field generator common to Shadowsun's suit.{{Fn|4}}  The [[Earth Caste]] hoped to introduce the XV22 en masse to replace the XV15, however the [[Kappa Mortis Incident]] forced them to instead bring the easier-to-produce XV25 into full-scale production.{{Fn|6}}
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===XV25 Stealth Battlesuit===
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[[Image:Stealth suit.jpg|thumb|center|150px|An XV22 Stealthsuit]]
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*{{Main|XV25 Stealth Battlesuit}}
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The XV25 Stealthsuit is a much larger version than the XV15, remarked as being broader than a [[Space Marine]].{{Fn|5}}
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==XV25 Stealth Battlesuit==
 
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The XV25 Stealthsuit is a much larger version than the XV15, remarked as being broader than a [[Space Marine]].{{Fn|5}}  Their pilots are viewed as eccentric loners, operating either in single teams or as members of an [[Optimised Stealth Cadre]].{{Fn|8}}  The XV25 Stealthsuit first saw combat in the [[Kappa Mortis Incident]] and has since largely replaced the smaller XV15.{{Fn|6}}  Like the XV15, it is equipped with all the standard battlesuit systems, including a [[burst cannon]], [[jetpack]] and [[stealth field generator]].{{Fn|2a}}  It also incorporates a full medical suite, passive sensor arrays and nutrient reservoirs.  Because of its support systems, Stealth Teams can call in reinforcements, command Drones to aid them in battle, or direct seeker missiles straight onto the targets.{{Fn|8}}  Thanks to their larger frame and augmented muscles, XV25s can replace their burst cannon for a [[fusion gun]], and may also take an additional [[Battlesuit support system]].  The team leader may also be equipped with a [[markerlight]].{{Fn|2a}}  However, the XV25 provides little protection against large-calibre small arms such as Astartes [[bolter]]s.{{Fn|5}}
 
  
 
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==XV95 Ghostkeel Stealth Battlesuit==
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===XV26 Stealth Battlesuit===
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The XV26 Stealthsuit is a newer type of stealth battlesuit similar in size and function to the XV25.{{Fn|11}}
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XV26.jpg|XV26 Stealth Battlesuit{{Fn|11}}
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===XV95 Ghostkeel Stealth Battlesuit===
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*{{main|XV95 Ghostkeel}}
 
The [[XV95]] is the heaviest class of Tau stealth battlesuit, designed to infiltrate enemy lines and create confusion by unleashing a torrent of heavy weaponry before disappearing. It is considered the pinnacle of Tau stealth technology.{{Fn|7}}  
 
The [[XV95]] is the heaviest class of Tau stealth battlesuit, designed to infiltrate enemy lines and create confusion by unleashing a torrent of heavy weaponry before disappearing. It is considered the pinnacle of Tau stealth technology.{{Fn|7}}  
  
 
[[Image:XV95.jpg|thumb|center|200px|XV95 Ghostkeel]]
 
[[Image:XV95.jpg|thumb|center|200px|XV95 Ghostkeel]]
  
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==Related Articles==
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==See also==
 
*[[Tau Equipment (List)]]
 
*[[Tau Equipment (List)]]
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*[[Stealth field generator]]
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*[[Remora Drone Stealth Fighter]]
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*[[Stealther]]
  
 
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*{{Endn|3}}: [[Imperial Armour Volume Three - The Taros Campaign]], pg. 280
 
*{{Endn|3}}: [[Imperial Armour Volume Three - The Taros Campaign]], pg. 280
 
*{{Endn|4}}: [[Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade]]
 
*{{Endn|4}}: [[Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade]]
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*{{Endn|5}}: [[Courage and Honour (Novel)]], {{Cite This}}, pg. 135
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*{{Endn|5}}: [[Courage and Honour (Novel)]], {{Cite Marker End}}, pg. 135
 
*{{Endn|6}}: [[White Dwarf 321 (UK)]], pg. 76
 
*{{Endn|6}}: [[White Dwarf 321 (UK)]], pg. 76
 
*{{Endn|7}}: [[White Dwarf 89 (2015)]] - ''XV95 Ghostkeel''
 
*{{Endn|7}}: [[White Dwarf 89 (2015)]] - ''XV95 Ghostkeel''
 
*{{Endn|8}}: [[Codex: Tau Empire (7th Edition)]], pg. 29 - ''XV25 Stealth Battlesuits''
 
*{{Endn|8}}: [[Codex: Tau Empire (7th Edition)]], pg. 29 - ''XV25 Stealth Battlesuits''
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*{{Endn|9}}: [https://www.warhammer-community.com/2020/02/02/new-tau-new-titans-and-more/ Warhammer Community: New Tau, Titans, and More (posted February 2 2020)] (last accessed 2/3/2020)
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*{{Endn|10}}: [[Codex: T'au Empire (10th Edition)]], pg. 62
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*{{Endn|11}}: [https://archive.ph/hQ3fR Warhammer Community: Wolf Scouts and Stealth Battlesuits fight as quietly as possible in Kill Team: Dead Silence] ''(Saved archive page, dated 3 October 2025, last accessed 3 October 2025, original link: https://www.warhammer-community.com/en-gb/articles/zhqmtpi6/wolf-scouts-and-stealth-battlesuits-fight-as-quietly-as-possible-in-kill-team-dead-silence/)''
 
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Latest revision as of 12:31, 23 January 2026

Stealth Battlesuit

Stealth Battlesuits (or Stealthsuits) are advanced Tau Battlesuits used for operating well ahead of the main Tau army, often behind enemy lines. They are worn by Stealthsuit Teams, and come in a variety of models.

Overview

Stealth Battlesuit teams are the "lone wolves" of the Tau Empire, operating alone behind enemy lines for extended periods as special forces. Their primary duties are infiltration of enemy lines and seeking vulnerable targets to destroy as well as conducting ambushes. In order to pass unseen, these suits utilize light0bending disruption body embedded into their battlesuits that camouflage themselves. Additional cloaking fields deaden sound and shield them from heat-detecting sensors.[10]

Models

XV15 Stealth Battlesuit

The XV15 is amongst the smallest Battlesuit ever used by the Tau - indeed, the XV15 is hardly larger than Fire Warriors in their typical armour - but that only enhances its role as infiltrator and saboteur.[3] As with other battlesuits, the XV15 incorporates multi-spectrum sensors and recoil absorption technology, but in addition it is also equipped with a jetpack, a stealth field generator, and a holographic disruption field to make the suit harder to spot.[1]

XV15 Stealthsuit

XV22 Stealth/Stalker Battlesuit

The XV22 is a new stealth battlesuit that is still in the field-testing stages.[2a] It was first issued to Commander Shadowsun at the beginning of the Third Sphere Expansion, and is armed with two Fusion Blasters. In addition to its stealth field generator and jetpack, the XV22 comes equipped with a Multi-tracker, an advanced version of the Target Lock system, and a Drone Controller with a Command-link Drone and two MV52 Shield Drones.[2b]

An XV22 Stealthsuit[2b]

XV25 Stealth Battlesuit

The XV25 Stealthsuit is a much larger version than the XV15, remarked as being broader than a Space Marine.[5]

  • XV25 Stealth Suit with Burst Cannon

  • XV25 Stealth Suit with Fusion Blaster

XV26 Stealth Battlesuit

The XV26 Stealthsuit is a newer type of stealth battlesuit similar in size and function to the XV25.[11]

  • XV26 Stealth Battlesuit[11]

XV95 Ghostkeel Stealth Battlesuit

The XV95 is the heaviest class of Tau stealth battlesuit, designed to infiltrate enemy lines and create confusion by unleashing a torrent of heavy weaponry before disappearing. It is considered the pinnacle of Tau stealth technology.[7]

XV95 Ghostkeel

See also

Sources


Tau Empire Forces
Leadership Ethereal • Tau Commander • Fireblade
Troops Fire Warrior Team (Strike Team • Breacher Team) • Pathfinder Team • Stealthsuit Team • Drone Squadron
Battlesuits XV8 Crisis (XV8 • XV8-02 • XV81 • XV84 • XV85 • XV86 • XV89 • Warmaker) • XV15 Stealth • XV22 Stealth • XV25 Stealth • XV26 Stealth • XV95 Ghostkeel • XV88 Broadside • XV9 Hazard
XV46 Vanguard • XV104 Riptide • XV107 R'varna • XV109 Y'vahra • KV128 Stormsurge • KX139 Ta'unar
Vehicles Devilfish • Drone Harbinger • Hammerhead • Piranha • Sky Ray • Tetra • Swordfish
Aircraft Barracuda • Manta • Orca • Sun Shark • Razorshark • Tiger Shark • Remora • Dorsal • Harpedo
Auxiliaries Kroot Shaper • Kroot Carnivore Squad • Kroot Hound • Krootox • Knarloc • Great Knarloc • Vespid Stingwing • Gue'vesa
Special Characters Aun'va • Aun'shi • Shadowsun • Farsight • Darkstrider • Longstrike • Twin Lance
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