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BTN 2. MS2; MG 2; MA 1.
Armor: 46 pts. [F, A, FL, FR: 8; AL, AR: 7].
Turret (2x 0.50-cal.); 2x 0.60-cal. [5, 6]; 2x 0.50-cal.
[7, 8]; 2x 0.40-cal [1, 2];
9x hardpoint.
Heavy Stick; Poor Maneuverability; Superior Range +10%;
Multiple Engines (2). $7,422.
Option: remove 0.50-cals.; add 2x 0.40-cals. [T] [7, 8].
Cargo: 450 lbs. (2 passengers).
$7,002.
Profile: SMC Vampires are not known for their stellar handling. Some Vampire operators contracted with DME for a solution. DME went with the formula that worked so well with William & Colt's Peacemaker -- make the aft arc just as dangerous as the forward arc.
Performance: The loss of the 0.70-cals is a minor
nuisance; the addition of serious aft-facing firepower increases the chances
of the Vampire surviving the battle. The optional model listed is a one-off
unit, used by DME's owner and CEO, Henry McLaren, as his personal transport
(McLaren is not a combat-trained pilot).