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{{cite}}The '''Leman Russ Conqueror''' is a less common variant of the [[Leman Russ Battle Tank]]. It is armed with a [[Conqueror cannon]], a shorter and lighter version of the [[Battle Cannon]]. This reduces the power and range of the weapon but allows it to move faster and fire more accurately, making it a very versatile variant.{{Fn|1}}

The Conqueror was first created on [[Gryphonne IV]] when its plans were discovered rediscovered sometime in the [[M38|38th millennium]]. The plans were sent to [[Mars]] though other [[Forge Worlds]] are lobbying for access to them. Originally, battlefield commanders voiced concerns that the smaller cannon would reduce the available firepower and result in poor battlefield performance. This During field testing however it was shown not to be true in testing as that the reduced recoil of the gun made up for its reduced power by improving its with improved accuracy when while firing on the move. Also, the The smaller shell size also allowed loaders to fire faster and carry more ammunition than the standard Leman Russ Battle Tank.{{Fn|1}}

The entire first batch of Conquerors produced was assigned to the Gryphonne IV [[Skitarii]] forces for the [[Castra Campaign]]. Along with the , where they operated alongside a battle group of the [[War Griffons]] [[Titans]], . During the campaign the Conqueror kept up Conquerors proved they could easily keep pace with the titans Titans as they encircled and quickly encircled trapped the besiegers of [[Hive ]] Castra Septus, annihilating the traitors withinthe pocket. Following this success production of the Conqueror increased and was exported to the [[Imperial Guard]], where it has become popular among tank crews and unofficially known as a 'breakthrough' tank. Currently only Gryphonne IV produces the Conqueror in significant numbers, though the plans also reside with [[Mars]] where a Mars Alpha pattern is also produced, and a number of other [[Forge World]]s have petitioned for access to the blue-prints.{{Fn|1}}

After this, production stepped up and Conquerors were exported to At some time during the [[Imperial GuardM39|39th millennium]] regiments where it has unofficially become known as , special munitions were created on Gryphonne IV by the munitions adepts, who were trying to increase the tank's firepower with the use of "Auger" shells. This was considered a breakthrough or line-breaker tank, as that failure and production of these shells is what it excels atno longer permitted.{{Fn|1}}

At some time during ==Technical Specifications==With its quality torsion bar suspension system and high power-to-weight ratio the Conqueror is considered an excellent cavalry tank, able to outmaneuver and overwhelm the enemy with mobile firepower.{{Fn|2c}} As with other Leman Russ tanks the Conqueror is fitted with [[Targeter]] and [[M39|39th millenniumAuspex]]gear including a laser rangefinder, special munitions were created on Gryphonne IV by landscape reader and crosswind sensor.{{Fn|2b}} The turret has been modified with additional armour plates riveted to the munitions adeptsforward sides, along with improved air-intakes and venting, sealed against environmental hazards with valves and mufflers, who were trying allowing it to increase the tank's firepower with the use of "Auger" shellsoperate in harsh terrains. This was considered The turret also features a failure [[Searchlight]] and production ceased, an armoured ammunition access hatch in the rear for faster re-arming and is now not permittedquicker disposal of spent shells without having to exit the vehicle.{{Fn|1}}

==In Next to the 41st Millennium==The Conqueror cannon in the turret has been since thickened with additional armour plates on the forward sides. There is also a built in co-axial [[Storm Bolter]], removing the need for any [[pintle-mounted]] weapons. A small [[Searchlight]] is always included and it has improved air-intakes and venting, sealed against environmental hazards with valves and mufflers, allowing it (although the tank can still be outfitted to operate in harsh terrains. The rear has an ammunition access hatch which makes re-arming much faster and the hatch doubles as a spent shell disposal unitcarry one, meaning the crew doesn't need to leave the vehicle. ==Armament and Upgrades==The Conqueror is armed with either a second Storm Bolter or [[Conqueror CannonHeavy Stubber]], co-axial [[Storm Bolter]] and must have either a . A hull-mounted [[LascannonHeavy Bolter]] or [[Heavy BolterLascannon]]. It may also come standard, while the option sponson mounts can be upgraded fitted with two sponsons of Heavy Bolters or [[Heavy FlamersFlamer]]s. It may also be upgraded with Other common additions include [[Camo Netting]], [[Extra Armour]], a [[Hunter-killer Killer Missile]], [[Improved Comms]], a [[Mine Sweeper]], a [[pintle-mounted]] [[Heavy Stubber]]/[[Storm Bolter]], a [[Rough Terrain Modification]], a [[Searchlight]], [[Track GuardsGuard]] s and /or [[Smoke Launchers]].{{Fn|1}}

|Vehicle Name=Leman Russ Conqueror{{Fn|1}}

|Powerplant=04230 V12 TRM multiMulti-fuelFuel

|Gun Traverse=360 degrees°|Gun Elevation=From -8 ° to +20 degrees°|Main Ammunition=46 roundsRounds|Secondary Ammunition=1000 roundsRounds

|Fire Ports=nN/aA|Access Points=nN/aA

There is another {{Imperial Vehicles|Vehicle Name=Leman Russ Conqueror designed based on the {{Fn|1}}|Forge World of Origin=[[Mars AlphaGryphonne IV]] pattern hull. This changes the |Known Patterns to ''=VI Mars Alpha Pattern Hull''|Crew=Commander, Gunner, Driver, Loader, 2 Sponson Gunners|Powerplant to ''=MR230 V12 multiMulti-fuel'', increases the Fuel|Weight to ''=63 tonnes'' and |Length=7.08m|Width=4.86m|Height=4.42m|Ground Clearance=0.45m|Max Speed - on road=34kph|Max Speed - off road=24kph|Main Armament=[[Conqueror Cannon]]|Secondary Armament=[[Storm Bolter]]|Gun Traverse=360°|Gun Elevation=From -8° to +20°|Main Ammunition to ''=49 rounds''.Rounds|Secondary Ammunition=1000 Rounds|Turret Armour=200mm|Superstructure Armour=180mm|Hull Armour=150mm|Gun Mantlet Armour=100mm|Vehicle Designation=0427-941-2002-LR0085|Transport=None|Fire Ports=N/A|Access Points=N/A}}

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