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==Battlefield Role==
The advantages of the Land Speeder is that it can be tasked to fulfil a variety of missions. These can range from light reconnaissance to tank-hunting and search-and-destroy operations. Land Speeders are typically fielded in squadrons of one to three vehicles, and normally piloted by [[Assault Marines]], with each [[Battle Company]] maintaining its own stockpile. However, the majority are held by the Chapter's [[Reserve Companies|Reserve Companies]], with the 7th Company trained and equipped to deploy en masse on Land Speeders, acting as a fast-response strike group which can be used to respond to enemy penetrations or exploit a hole in their battle lines.{{Fn|2}} On average the typical Chapter will have between fifty to seventy Land Speeders of various types, though this varies depending upon the Chapter's wealth or tactical doctrine. For example, the [[Dark Angels]] and [[White Scars]], along with their successor Chapters, each field several hundred Land Speeders.{{Fn|3}}
==Technical Information==
*{{main|Proteus Land Speeder}}
An ancient Land Speeder design dating back to the [[Great Crusade]] and [[Horus Heresy]].{{Fn|8}}
===Sirocco===
The '''Land Speeder Sirocco''' is a transport Land Speeder variant, that can carry up to six [[Space Marines]] at once. In order to ensure that the Sirocco can safely deliver its passengers, the transport is usually escorted by other Land Speeder variants. Or if they are deployed in pairs, then at least one Sirocco should be equipped with a [[Multi-Melta]]. It can be armed with a [[Heavy Bolter]], [[Twin-Linked]] Heavy Bolters, a Multi-Melta or Twin-Linked Multi-Meltas, as well as a [[Assault Cannon]], Twin-Linked Assault Cannons or [[Heavy Flamer]]. The Sirocco has three firing stations on each side, which the transported Space Marines can fire from, and it can also be equipped with [[Smoke Launcher]]s and a [[Searchlight]].{{Fn|11a}}
===Hurricane===
The '''Land Speeder Hurricane''' is a Land Speeder variant, that can unleash a significant amount of firepower. It can be equipped with a [[Heavy Bolter]], [[Twin-Linked]] Heavy Bolters, a [[Multi-Melta]] or Twin-Linked Multi-Meltas, as well as a [[Assault Cannon]], Twin-Linked Assault Cannons or [[Heavy Flamer]]. Additional side weapons include two Heavy Bolters or Multi-Meltas and optional [[Smoke Launcher]]s and a [[Searchlight]].{{Fn|11b}}
===Lightning===
[[Image:Land Speeder Lightning.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Land Speeder Lightning{{Fn|11c}}]]
The '''Land Speeder Lightning''' is an artillery Land Speeder variant, that can be equipped with four [[Imperial_Missile_LauncherImperial Missile Launcher|Missile Launcher]]s or two pairs of [[Twin-Linked]] Missile Launchers, which fire [[Tracker Missile]]s. It is usually deployed behind other [[Space Marine]] forces and will rely on the Lightning's speed or [[Smoke Launcher]]s to escape if it is attacked. Additional weapons include a [[Heavy Bolter]], [[Twin-Linked]] Heavy Bolters, a [[Multi-Melta]] or Twin-Linked Multi-Meltas, as well as a [[Assault Cannon]], Twin-Linked Assault Cannons or [[Heavy Flamer]]. The Lighting can also be optionally given [[Smoke Launcher]]s and a [[Searchlight]].{{Fn|11c}}
===Thunderbolt===
The '''Land Speeder Thunderbolt''' is a tank hunting variant of the Land Speeder, whose firepower is comparable to a [[Land Raider]]. In battle, its speed allows the Thunderbolt to flush out enemy tanks from hiding, so that they can be destroyed. It can be equipped with a [[Heavy Bolter]], [[Twin-Linked]] Heavy Bolters, a [[Multi-Melta]] or Twin-Linked Multi-Meltas, as well as a [[Assault Cannon]], Twin-Linked Assault Cannons or [[Heavy Flamer]]. Additional side weapons include two [[Lascannon]]s or a pair of Twin-Linked Laser Cannons and optional [[Smoke Launcher]]s and a [[Searchlight]].{{Fn|11d}}
===Assault Buggy===
[[Image:AssaultBuggy.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Land Speeder Assault Buggy{{Fn|12}}]]
The '''Assault Buggy''' is a wheeled variant of the Land Speeder, which has four tires. It is deployed in one to three vehicles per squadron and the Assault Buggy is armed with a [[Heavy Bolter]] or [[Multi-Melta]]. The vehicle can also be equipped with a [[Smoke Launcher]] and [[Searchlight]]. The turbines that normally reside in the rear of a Land Speeder have been replaced with a hatch on the Assault Buggy. The rear of the vehicle can hold a fuel canister and a spare tyre as well.{{Fn|12}}
==Notable Land Speeders==
==Sources==
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*1: [[Imperial Armour Volume Two - Space Marines and Forces of the Inquisition]]:
**{{Endn|1a}}: pg. 117
