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{{infobox Fighter
{{infobox Fighter New
|faction = terran
|faction = terran
|name = F-106 Excalibur
|name = F-106 Excalibur
|type = [[Heavy Fighter]]
|type = Heavy Fighter
|manufacturer = Douglas Aerospace
|manufacturer = Douglas Aerospace
|image = image:Wc4excal.jpg
|image = image:Wc4excal.jpg
|caption = 
|primary user = Terran Confederation
|primary user = Terran Confederation
|more users = Black Lance
|additional users = Black Lance
|produced = 2669 -  
|introduction = 2669
|length = 32 meters
|mass = 18 metric tonnes
|max velocity = 500 KPS
|cruise velocity =
|max afterburner velocity = 1300 KPS
|acceleration =
|max afterburner acceleration = 1100 k/s^2
|max y/p/r = 70/75/70 DPS
|guns = 4 [[Tachyon Cannon]]s, 2 [[Reaper Cannon]]s or 2 [[Ion Gun]]s
|missiles = 12 IRs, or 4 IRs and 4 HS
|turrets =
|armor = 110 cm
|shields = 250 cm
|fighter complement =
|decoys = 16-30
|cloak = Optional
|jump drive = Yes
|crew = 1
|devices = Cloaking Device
}}
}}


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==Overview==
==Overview==
The Excalibur is a heavy fighter that was first developed in the 2660s. As of 2669, it was one of the most advanced starfighters in Terran service. It was designed as a space superiority fighter and was fitted with a large and powerful armament designed exclusively for this role. It could also be adjusted to serve a variety of roles, and its weapons loadout could be configured to carry heavy weapons of various sorts. It also could be fitted with a cloaking device for the purpose of high-priority stealth missions.
The Excalibur is a heavy fighter that was first developed in the 2660s. At the time of its introduction in 2669, it was one of the most advanced starfighters in Terran service. It was designed as a space superiority fighter and was fitted with a large and powerful armament designed exclusively for this role. It could also be adjusted to serve a variety of roles, and its weapons loadout could be configured to carry heavy weapons of various sorts. It also could be fitted with a cloaking device for the purpose of high-priority stealth missions.


==History==
==History==
The Excalibur was developed in the 2660s during the [[Terran-Kilrathi War]]. By 2669, several combat-capable prototypes were being field-tested. In 2669, the ''[[TCS Victory]]'' was selected to host field tests for the Excalibur in the relatively peaceful [[Tamayo|Tamayo System]]. A prototype piloted by Major [[Jace Dillon|Jace "Flash" Dillon]] was sent to the ''Victory'' to carry out these tests.
The Excalibur was developed in the 2660s during the [[Terran-Kilrathi War]]. By 2669, several combat-capable prototypes were being field-tested. In 2669, the ''[[TCS Victory]]'' was selected to host field tests for the Excalibur in the relatively peaceful [[Tamayo|Tamayo System]]. A prototype piloted by Major [[Jace Dillon|Jace "Flash" Dillon]] was sent to the ''Victory'' to carry out these tests. It was during a [[Kilrathi]] incursion in Tamayo that the Excalibur saw its first combat action.


During the tests in Tamayo, the system was invaded by the [[Kilrathi Empire]], who proceeded to attack the ''Victory'' in the hopes of wiping out the Terran presence there. The attack was repulsed, but the [[Kilrathi]] then focused their attention on invading the colony of [[Tamayo II]]. The ''Victory'' was charged with stopping the invasion. It was during this attack that the full combat effectiveness of the Excalibur was realized, as a single Excalibur easily destroyed almost the entire Kilrathi strike force. The Excalibur was continually tested in the months that followed.
After the destruction of the ''[[TCS Behemoth]]'' in its failed attempt to destroy the Kilrathi homeworld of [[Kilrah]], the Confederation elected to deploy the [[Y22A-1 Temblor Bomb|Temblor Bomb]] to destroy the planet. A handful of Excaliburs were sent to the ''Victory'' to carry out the mission. Colonel Blair's Excalibur had been configured to carry the Temblor Bomb, and the entire squadron of starfighters had been fitted with the first Terran incarnation of the cloaking device. Colonel Blair and his squadron penetrated the Kilrah System and soon assaulted the planet. Colonel Blair's entire wing was shot down, but the Colonel himself managed to break through the planet's defenses and deploy the T-Bomb, destroying Kilrah and finally ending the Terran-Kilrathi War.


After the destruction of the ''[[TCS Behemoth]]'' in its failed attempt to destroy the Kilrathi homeworld of [[Kilrah]], the Confederation elected to deploy the [[Y22A-1 Temblor Bomb|Temblor Bomb]] to destroy the planet. A handful of Excaliburs were sent to the ''Victory'' so that Colonel Blair could extract the Terran scientist responsible for the T-Bomb's deployment from a Kilrathi prison planet. The mission was a success and the Excalibur proved its effectiveness in atmospheric combat. The Excalibur was later used to conduct the first test of the T-Bomb when Colonel Blair deployed it against an [[Hyperion (planet)|uninhabited planet]] in the [[Hyperion|Hyperion System]], resulting in the planet's destruction.
The Excalibur continued to see limited service after the War's end. In [[2673]], the [[Black Lance]] acquired several of these fighters for use in raids against the [[Union of Border Worlds]] as a means of provoking war between it and the Confederation. Blair encountered and destroyed many of these fighters upon defecting to the Border Worlds.  


A full squadron of Excaliburs were deployed to the ''TCS Victory'' to take part in the attack that would destroy Kilrah. Colonel Blair's Excalibur had been configured to carry the Temblor Bomb, and the entire squadron of starfighters had been fitted with the first Terran incarnation of a cloaking device meant to match that of the Kilrathi's. Colonel Blair and his squadron stealthily penetrated the Kilrah System and soon acquire the T-Bomb at one of two Terran depots covertly set up by the [[Special Operations Division]]. Colonel Blair's entire squadron was shot down, but the Colonel himself managed to break through the planet's defenses and deploy the T-Bomb, destroying Kilrah and finally ending the Terran-Kilrathi War.
By [[2681]], the Excalibur remained active, but had since been superseded by newer starfighters developed during peacetime. Many of these served in battle against the [[Nephilim]].  


The Excalibur would continue to see limited service even after the War's end. in [[2673]], the [[Black Lance]] acquired several of these fighter for use in raids against the [[Union of Border Worlds]], as a means of provoking war between it and the Confederation. Blair encountered and destroyed many of these fighters upon defecting to the Border Worlds.
== Variant Comparison ==
 
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By [[2681]], the Excalibur remained active, but had since been superseded by newer starfighters developed during peacetime. Many of these served in battle against the [[Nephilim]], who sought to invade the known galaxy.
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! width="80pt" |Stat\Variant
(To be continued)
! width="150pt" |F-106 Excalibur (2669)
! width="150pt" |F-106 Excalibur (2673)
|-
| Class:
| Heavy Fighter
| Heavy Fighter
|-
| Length:
| 32 meters 
| 32 meters 
|-
| Mass:
| 18 metric tonnes 
| 18 metric tonnes 
|-
| Max Velocity:
| 500 kps
| 500 kps
|-
| Acceleration:
| 1100 k/s^2
| 1100
|-
| Max Y/P/R:
| 70/75/70 deg/s
| 70/75/70 deg/s
|-
| Shields:
| 250 cm
| 250 cm
|-
| Armor:
| 110 cm
| 110 cm
|-
| Guns:
| 4 [[Tachyon Cannon]]s, 2 [[Reaper Cannon]]s
| 4 [[Tachyon Cannon]]s, 2 [[Ion Gun]]s
|-
| Missile Hardpoints:
| 4x3 Medium (3IR/3IR/3IR/3IR)
| 4x3 Medium (2HS/2IR/2IR/2HS)
|-
| Missile Decoys:
| 30
| 16
|-
| Jump Capable:
| Yes
| Yes
|-
| Crew:
| 1 (Pilot)
| 1 (Pilot)
|-
| Service Entry:
|  2669
|  2673
|}


[[category:Terran Fighters]]
[[category:Terran Fighters]]

Revision as of 00:20, 6 February 2010

F-106 Excalibur
Wc4excal.jpg
Type Heavy Fighter
Manufacturer Douglas Aerospace
Primary User Terran Confederation
Additional Users Black Lance
Introduction 2669
Length 32 meters
Mass 18 metric tonnes
Max Velocity 500 KPS
Max Afterburner Velocity 1300 KPS
Max Afterburner Acceleration 1100 k/s^2
Max Y/P/R 70/75/70 DPS
Guns 4 Tachyon Cannons, 2 Reaper Cannons or 2 Ion Guns
Missiles 12 IRs, or 4 IRs and 4 HS
Armor 110 cm
Shields 250 cm
Decoys 16-30
Cloak Optional
Jump Drive Yes
Crew 1
Devices Cloaking Device




F-106 Excalibur Target Identification, circa 2669.

The F-106 Excalibur Heavy Fighter is a starfighter in the service of the Terran Confederation.

Overview

The Excalibur is a heavy fighter that was first developed in the 2660s. At the time of its introduction in 2669, it was one of the most advanced starfighters in Terran service. It was designed as a space superiority fighter and was fitted with a large and powerful armament designed exclusively for this role. It could also be adjusted to serve a variety of roles, and its weapons loadout could be configured to carry heavy weapons of various sorts. It also could be fitted with a cloaking device for the purpose of high-priority stealth missions.

History

The Excalibur was developed in the 2660s during the Terran-Kilrathi War. By 2669, several combat-capable prototypes were being field-tested. In 2669, the TCS Victory was selected to host field tests for the Excalibur in the relatively peaceful Tamayo System. A prototype piloted by Major Jace "Flash" Dillon was sent to the Victory to carry out these tests. It was during a Kilrathi incursion in Tamayo that the Excalibur saw its first combat action.

After the destruction of the TCS Behemoth in its failed attempt to destroy the Kilrathi homeworld of Kilrah, the Confederation elected to deploy the Temblor Bomb to destroy the planet. A handful of Excaliburs were sent to the Victory to carry out the mission. Colonel Blair's Excalibur had been configured to carry the Temblor Bomb, and the entire squadron of starfighters had been fitted with the first Terran incarnation of the cloaking device. Colonel Blair and his squadron penetrated the Kilrah System and soon assaulted the planet. Colonel Blair's entire wing was shot down, but the Colonel himself managed to break through the planet's defenses and deploy the T-Bomb, destroying Kilrah and finally ending the Terran-Kilrathi War.

The Excalibur continued to see limited service after the War's end. In 2673, the Black Lance acquired several of these fighters for use in raids against the Union of Border Worlds as a means of provoking war between it and the Confederation. Blair encountered and destroyed many of these fighters upon defecting to the Border Worlds.

By 2681, the Excalibur remained active, but had since been superseded by newer starfighters developed during peacetime. Many of these served in battle against the Nephilim.

Variant Comparison

Stat\Variant F-106 Excalibur (2669) F-106 Excalibur (2673)
Class: Heavy Fighter Heavy Fighter
Length: 32 meters 32 meters
Mass: 18 metric tonnes 18 metric tonnes
Max Velocity: 500 kps 500 kps
Acceleration: 1100 k/s^2 1100
Max Y/P/R: 70/75/70 deg/s 70/75/70 deg/s
Shields: 250 cm 250 cm
Armor: 110 cm 110 cm
Guns: 4 Tachyon Cannons, 2 Reaper Cannons 4 Tachyon Cannons, 2 Ion Guns
Missile Hardpoints: 4x3 Medium (3IR/3IR/3IR/3IR) 4x3 Medium (2HS/2IR/2IR/2HS)
Missile Decoys: 30 16
Jump Capable: Yes Yes
Crew: 1 (Pilot) 1 (Pilot)
Service Entry: 2669 2673
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