Ok, I've finally come up with some stats for the trucks I've been drawing. Note the pictures are a work in progress, both trucks need work.
I've been searching for some sort of paradigm for my cargo hauling trucks for a long time, for medium wheeled support vehicles I think I've settled on something. Trucks are tractors, with engines sized for cruise MP:4, but those engines are also capable of towing a trailer with approximately the same cargo capacity as the truck at MP:3. So far most combinations have worked without exceeding the engine spec for the only the truck at MP:4.
So to the trucks:
Sandia Heavy Industries Transport Division Logistic Vehicle Series
Logistic vehicles, trucks capable of hauling between 5 and 50 tons, are the main hauling component is most transportation systems found on well developed, and not so well developed worlds throughout human occupied space. Though more expensive to operate than trains or ships, on a per-ton of materiel transported basis, they offer a flexibility unmatched by their larger competition. Ships and trains can only get freight so close to there destination. In a well developed industrial park piers and rail spurs might run right up to the factory, but only in the most well developed industrial zones. So in steps the nigh ubiquitous truck, to transport the freight to the final destination, or frequently, completely bypass railways and ships altogether.
Hundreds of concerns in human space build trucks of all sorts, for all sorts of transportation needs. Sandia Heavy Industries Transport Division is just one of dozens within the Federated Suns alone.
Sandia’s Bullock series of logistic vehicles is part of a class of trucks designed for use by particular customers with special needs, in this case the AFFS logistics corps. The Bullock forms the backbone of many AFFS transport companies within Draconis March, moving all manner of supplies for the combat corps.
The Bullock series is designed much like any other military logistic vehicle: rugged, off-road capable, with a good cargo capacity, and for ease of use. The Bullock has a semi-modular design to allow for easy modification in the production process or in the field.
As an example most Bullock chassis are designed with a slide out power pack behind the cab to provide easy access for maintenance, or even replacement if necessary. Since the vehicle uses hub mounted electric motors in all wheels to drive the vehicle, as long as the power pack is an electric generator of some sort just about any standard engine can be installed. This could, of course, affect vehicle performance and characteristics, such as speed and cargo mass available without overloading the chassis. ICE power packs are the most common but fuel cell and battery based systems are popular, and though expensive, and relatively rare, fusion power packs are also available.
A wide variety of equipment and accessories are available on the Bullock, the vehicle can be outfitted for just about any mission a utility vehicle is likely to be used for. By far cargo hauler versions of the Bullock are the most common coming off of the production line. Materiel Handling Cranes, almost universally known as lift hoists, are the number one accessory type installed on the Bullock series, with Palletized Loading Systems running second. Some models of the Bullocks have both.
The Bullock comes in several weight classes, although the 30-ton and 55-ton classes are the most popular. The Bullock ranges down in size to 15 tons all the way up to 75.
The Bullock is a solid performer SHI, having generated a substantial portion of their revenues for decades. The AFFS might buy the lion’s share of annual production but sales to paramilitary and mercenary organizations are high too and many private companies that require rugged, reliable off-road capable trucks also buy the Bullock. SHI plans to keep the Bullock in production well into the future.
Muscle it with the strongest – Bullock.
The 30-ton HEMTT analog:
Type: Sandia Heavy Industries Bullock Series Logistic Vehicle
Model: Tactical Utility Truck 30, ICE, Flat Bed, TUT-30IB
Chassis Type: Wheeled (Medium)
Mass: 30 tons
Equipment Rating: D/C-C-C/C
Equipment Mass
Chassis/Controls: 8.5
Engine/Trans: ICE 7.0
Cruise MP: 4
Flank MP: 6
With 15-ton Trailer in Tow
Cruise MP: 3
Flank MP: 5
Fuel: 714 km 0.5
Heat Sinks: 0 0.0
Turret: 0.0
Armor Factor (BAR 5): 15 0.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Front: 3 5
R/L Side: 3 4/4
Rear: 3 2
Weapons & Ammo Location Mass
None - -
Crew: 2
Cargo: 10 tons Standard
Notes:
Seating: 2 Crew + 1 Passenger
Off-Road & Tractor Chassis & Controls Modifications
Materiel Handling Crane, Capacity: 15.0 tons 3.0
(Lift Hoist)
Handheld Search Lights, Mounted x8
Cost: 157,400 C-bills
Length: 6.5m, Width: 2.5m, Height: 2.9m
Type: Sandia Heavy Industries Bullock Series Logistic Vehicle
Model: Tactical Utility Truck 30, Battery, Flat Bed, TUT-30BB
Chassis Type: Wheeled (Medium)
Mass: 30 tons
Equipment Rating: D/C-C-C/C
Equipment Mass
Chassis/Controls: 8.5
Engine/Trans: Battery 5.5
Cruise MP: 4
Flank MP: 6
With 15-ton Trailer in Tow
Cruise MP: 3
Flank MP: 5
Battery Pack: 727 km 2.0
Heat Sinks: 0 0.0
Turret: 0.0
Armor Factor (BAR 5): 15 0.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Front: 3 5
R/L Side: 3 4/4
Rear: 3 2
Weapons & Ammo Location Mass
None - -
Crew: 2
Cargo: 10 tons Standard
Notes:
Seating: 2 Crew + 1 Passenger
Off-Road & Tractor Chassis & Controls Modifications
Materiel Handling Crane, Capacity: 15.0 tons 3.0
(Lift Hoist)
Handheld Search Lights, Mounted x8
Cost: 154,600 C-bills
Length: 8.4m, Width: 2.5m, Height: 2.9m
The PLS truck:
Type: Sandia Heavy Industries Bullock Series Logistic Vehicle
Model: Tactical Utility Truck 55, ICE, Container Lift, TUT-55IC
Chassis Type: Wheeled (Medium)
Mass: 55 tons
Equipment Rating: D/C-C-C/C
Equipment Mass
Chassis/Controls: 15.0
Engine/Trans: ICE 12.5
Cruise MP: 4
Flank MP: 6
With 30-ton Trailer in Tow
Cruise MP: 3
Flank MP: 5
Fuel: 800 km 1.0
Heat Sinks: 0 0.0
Turret: 0.0
Armor Factor (BAR 5): 15 0.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Front: 6 5
R/L Side: 6 4/4
Rear: 6 2
Weapons & Ammo Location Mass
None - -
Crew: 2
Cargo: 21 tons Standard
Notes:
Seating: 2 Crew + 1 Passenger
Off-Road & Tractor Chassis & Controls Modifications
Palletized Loading System, Capacity: 25 tons 1.5
(Dumper Mechanism)
Materiel Handling Crane, Capacity 27.5 tons 3.0
(Lift Hoist)
Handheld Search Lights, Mounted x8
Cost: 258,900 C-bills
Length: 9.8m, Width: 2.5m, Height: 2.9m / 3.9m with Container
Type: Sandia Heavy Industries Bullock Series Logistic Vehicle
Model: Tactical Utility Truck 55, Fusion, Container Lift, TUT-55FC
Chassis Type: Wheeled (Medium)
Mass: 55 tons
Equipment Rating: D/D-E-D/C
Equipment Mass
Chassis/Controls: 15.0
Engine/Trans: Fusion 8.5
Cruise MP: 4
Flank MP: 6
With 30-ton Trailer in Tow
Cruise MP: 3
Flank MP: 5
Fuel: NA
Heat Sinks: 0 0.0
Turret: 0.0
Armor Factor (BAR 5): 15 0.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Front: 6 5
R/L Side: 6 4/4
Rear: 6 2
Weapons & Ammo Location Mass
None - -
Crew: 2
Cargo: 26 tons Standard
Notes:
Seating: 2 Crew + 1 Passenger
Off-Road & Tractor Chassis & Controls Modifications
Palletized Loading System, Capacity: 25 tons 1.5
(Dumper Mechanism)
Materiel Handling Crane, Capacity 27.5 tons 3.0
(Lift Hoist)
Handheld Search Lights, Mounted x8
Cost: 294,800 C-bills
Length: 9.8m, Width: 2.5m, Height: 2.9m / 3.9m with Container
Type: Sandia Heavy Industries Bullock Series Logistic Vehicle
Model: Tactical Utility Trailer 15 Flat Bed, TRU-15B
Chassis Type: Wheeled (Medium)
Mass: 15 tons
Equipment Rating: D/C-C-C/C
Equipment Mass
Chassis/Controls: 3.0
Engine/Trans: NA 0.0
Armor Factor (BAR 5): 8 0.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Front: 2 2
R/L Side: 2 4/4
Rear: 2 5
Weapons & Ammo Location Mass
None - -
Crew: NA
Cargo: 11.5 tons Standard
Notes:
Off-Road & Trailer Chassis & Controls Modifications
Cost: 13,200 C-bills
Length: 9.8m, Width: 2.5m, Height: 1.9m Empty
Type: Sandia Heavy Industries Bullock Series Logistic Vehicle
Model: Tactical Utility Trailer 30 Container Lift, TRU-30C
Chassis Type: Wheeled (Medium)
Mass: 30 tons
Equipment Rating: D/C-C-C/C
Equipment Mass
Chassis/Controls: 5.5
Engine/Trans: NA 0.0
Armor Factor (BAR 5): 15 0.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Front: 3 2
R/L Side: 3 4/4
Rear: 3 5
Weapons & Ammo Location Mass
None - -
Crew: NA
Cargo: 24 tons Standard
Notes:
Off-Road & Trailer Chassis & Controls Modifications
Cost: 22,200 C-bills
Length: 7.5m, Width: 2.5m, Height: 1.9m / 3.9m with Container
