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==Known patterns==
===Mars Pattern===
The Mars Pattern is the most common type of Leman Russ.{{Fn|34}} It is divided into numerous sub-patterns.{{Fn|34}}{{Fn|33a}}
====Mars-Alpha Pattern====
The '''[[Mars]]-Pattern''' is the most common Leman Russ Pattern.{{Fn|34}}
[[Image:MALR.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Leman Russ with Mars Alpha Pattern hull{{Fn|19}}]]
The Mars-Alpha Pattern hull, whilst originating from [[Mars]], is produced on many [[Forge Worlds]] across the [[Imperium]]. There are many alterations to the standard pattern hull, the main being that the hull is elongated giving the tank crew more room to operate in. These tanks are often used as a squadron command vehicle for armoured companies, with extra space given to sensor equipment and communication systems.{{Fn|11}}
The engine compartment is of an older pattern, seen more commonly on [[Destroyer (Tank Hunter)|Destroyer]]s and [[Thunderer]]s, easily recognizable by its two horizontal exhausts. Position of the hull’s weapon is reconfigured to take a ball mounted lascannon or heavy bolter, with the additional small vision periscope above for the gunner.{{Fn|11}}
The hulls of the Mars Alpha Pattern are constructed differently from the standard. Most Leman Russes are cast with [[plasteel]], whilst this pattern is constructed from individual riveted plates. How this does not seem to have any detrimental effect on the tanks to resist enemy fire is unknown, and any additional data on how this is archived is jealously guarded by the [[Adeptus Mechanicus]].{{Fn|11}} The side armour of a Mars Alpha Pattern consists of 150mm of solid plasteel.{{Fn|28a}}
====Other Types of Mars Pattern====
*'''Mars IX-pattern''' — Mounts a 120mm smoothbore main gun.{{Fn|33a}}
*'''Mars-Solar Pattern''' - Issued during the [[Great Crusade]] for use by the [[Solar Auxilia]]. It was fully sealed against the vacuum of space and hostile environment. It also possessed radiological shielding and life support systems.{{Fn|42}}
===Ryza-Pattern===
[[File:RyzaLemanRuss.jpg|[[Ryza]] Pattern Leman Russ{{Fn|21}}|right|thumb]]
The '''[[Ryza]]-Pattern''' is nearly as common as the Mars pattern.{{Fn|34}}
===Damacles-pattern===
The '''Damacles-pattern''' '''(Type XIV)''' has been withdrawn from active serve due to dysfunctional filter units.{{Fn|40}}
===Lucius-Pattern===
The '''[[Lucius (Forge World)|Lucius]]-Pattern''' is nearly as common as the Mars pattern.{{Fn|34}}
===Phaeton-pattern===
Energy storage and expulsion is much more efficient thanks to the improvements in the thaumic-resonance of crystal orientations and a development in the growth pattern of Diaquartzoid matter. Furthermore, the standard photolatic collectors have been replaced by much more sensitive panels that allow for the accumulation and storage of energy down to fifty picocandela per second at standard solar luminosity. Still, the bulk of required power is provided by a fifty square kilo-cubits Adaptable Thermic Combustor engine, requiring a stricter measure concerning the usage of non-dried vegetative-substances and foodstuffs as fuel.{{Fn|40}}
==Technical Specifications==
*{{Endn|40}}: [[Warhammer 40,000 3rd Edition Rulebook]], pg. 282 — ''Appendix''
*{{Endn|41}}: [[The Citadel Journal 4]] - Inner cover - ''Leman Russ-Tastic Mate!''
*{{Endn|42}}: [[The Horus Heresy: 3rd Edition Rulebook]], pg. 126
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