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| − | The Vanquisher was primarily built on [[Forge World]] [[Tigrus]] until it was overrun by the [[Ork]] [[Warboss|Warlord]] [[Arrgard the Defiler]] in [[M35]], resulting in the number of remaining Vanquishers reserved only for experienced tank crews. With the loss of Tigrus the [[Adeptus Mechanicus]] made strenuous efforts to reproduce the tank's specialised cannon, selecting a number of Forge Worlds known for their craftsmanship and devotion to the [[Machine God]] to spearhead the effort. While the process was slow and with limited success two Forge Worlds - [[Gryphonne IV]] and [[Stygies VIII]] - have succeeded in producing their own version of the Vanquisher while several other worlds continue their work. A small but increasing number of Vanquishers produced by Gryphonne IV and Stygies VIII have been used to equipped [[Imperial Guard]] [[regiment]]s, however both jealously guard their secrets and have not allowed any comparative tests to take place.{{Fn| | + | The Vanquisher was primarily built on [[Forge World]] [[Tigrus]] until it was overrun by the [[Ork]] [[Warboss|Warlord]] [[Arrgard the Defiler]] in [[M35]], resulting in the number of remaining Vanquishers reserved only for experienced tank crews. With the loss of Tigrus the [[Adeptus Mechanicus]] made strenuous efforts to reproduce the tank's specialised cannon, selecting a number of Forge Worlds known for their craftsmanship and devotion to the [[Machine God]] to spearhead the effort. While the process was slow and with limited success two Forge Worlds - [[Gryphonne IV]] and [[Stygies VIII]] - have succeeded in producing their own version of the Vanquisher while several other worlds continue their work. A small but increasing number of Vanquishers produced by Gryphonne IV and Stygies VIII have been used to equipped [[Imperial Guard]] [[regiment]]s, however both jealously guard their secrets and have not allowed any comparative tests to take place.{{Fn|1}} |
==Technical Information== | ==Technical Information== | ||
| − | The centerpiece of the tank is its [[Vanquisher Cannon]], a modified cannon with superior range, accuracy and first-hit kill ratio.{{Fn| | + | The centerpiece of the tank is its [[Vanquisher Cannon]], a modified cannon with superior range, accuracy and first-hit kill ratio.{{Fn|1}}{{Fn|2a}} Both worlds produce a cannon able to achieve these effects, albeit through different methods, and the tank has achieved a fearsome reputation among the Imperial Guard and its enemies.{{Fn|1}} The Vanquisher is also equipped with advanced [[auspex]] sensors including threat detectors, terrain finder{{Fn|4a}} and motion sensors,{{Fn|4b}} along with [[Targeter]] gear including range-finders.{{Fn|1b}} Many are fitted with co-axial [[Storm Bolter]]s while other secondary weapons come in the form of a hull-mounted [[Heavy Bolter]], [[Heavy Flamer]] or [[Lascannon]]; if fitted with side sponsons it can also mount additional Heavy Bolters, Heavy Flamers, [[Multi-melta]]s or [[Plasma Cannon]]s. A [[Searchlight]] and [[Smoke Launchers]] are standard on Vanquishers, while other upgrades include [[Camo Netting]], a [[Dozer Blade]], [[Extra Armour]], a [[Hunter-Killer Missile]] and/or a [[pintle-mounted]] [[Heavy Stubber]]/Storm Bolter.{{Fn|2b}} |
[[Image:VanqSt1.jpg|thumb|right|250px|A '''Stygies VIII''' Vanquisher (Forge World)]] | [[Image:VanqSt1.jpg|thumb|right|250px|A '''Stygies VIII''' Vanquisher (Forge World)]] | ||
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[[Image:LRVanq.jpg|thumb|right|250px|A '''Gryphonne IV''' Vanquisher (Forge World)]] | [[Image:LRVanq.jpg|thumb|right|250px|A '''Gryphonne IV''' Vanquisher (Forge World)]] | ||
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| − | *{{Endn|1}}: [[Imperial Armour Volume One - Imperial Guard and Imperial Navy]], | + | *{{Endn|1}}: [[Imperial Armour Volume One - Imperial Guard and Imperial Navy]], pgs. 31-33 |
*2: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (5th Edition)]] | *2: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (5th Edition)]] | ||
**{{Endn|2a}}: Pg. 49 | **{{Endn|2a}}: Pg. 49 | ||
Revision as of 12:47, 30 June 2015
The Leman Russ Vanquisher is a rare and specialised variant of the Leman Russ Battle Tank used by the Imperial Guard. It mounts the significantly more powerful Vanquisher cannon, firing special Vanquisher shells which are extremely effective at penetrating armour even at great ranges, and is a favourite among tank company commanders.[1][2a]
Contents
History
The Vanquisher was primarily built on Forge World Tigrus until it was overrun by the Ork Warlord Arrgard the Defiler in M35, resulting in the number of remaining Vanquishers reserved only for experienced tank crews. With the loss of Tigrus the Adeptus Mechanicus made strenuous efforts to reproduce the tank's specialised cannon, selecting a number of Forge Worlds known for their craftsmanship and devotion to the Machine God to spearhead the effort. While the process was slow and with limited success two Forge Worlds - Gryphonne IV and Stygies VIII - have succeeded in producing their own version of the Vanquisher while several other worlds continue their work. A small but increasing number of Vanquishers produced by Gryphonne IV and Stygies VIII have been used to equipped Imperial Guard regiments, however both jealously guard their secrets and have not allowed any comparative tests to take place.[1]
Technical Information
The centerpiece of the tank is its Vanquisher Cannon, a modified cannon with superior range, accuracy and first-hit kill ratio.[1][2a] Both worlds produce a cannon able to achieve these effects, albeit through different methods, and the tank has achieved a fearsome reputation among the Imperial Guard and its enemies.[1] The Vanquisher is also equipped with advanced auspex sensors including threat detectors, terrain finder[4a] and motion sensors,[4b] along with Targeter gear including range-finders.[1b] Many are fitted with co-axial Storm Bolters while other secondary weapons come in the form of a hull-mounted Heavy Bolter, Heavy Flamer or Lascannon; if fitted with side sponsons it can also mount additional Heavy Bolters, Heavy Flamers, Multi-meltas or Plasma Cannons. A Searchlight and Smoke Launchers are standard on Vanquishers, while other upgrades include Camo Netting, a Dozer Blade, Extra Armour, a Hunter-Killer Missile and/or a pintle-mounted Heavy Stubber/Storm Bolter.[2b]
| Vehicle Name: | Leman Russ Vanquisher[1] | Main Armament: | Vanquisher Battle Cannon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge World of Origin: | Stygies VIII | Secondary Armament: | Lascannon or Heavy Bolter |
| Known Patterns: | I-VI | Traverse: | 360° |
| Crew: | Commander, Gunner, Driver, Loader, 2 Sponson Gunners | Elevation: | From -8° to +25° |
| Powerplant: | HL230 v12 Multi-Fuel | Main Ammunition: | 28 Rounds |
| Weight: | 63 tonnes | Secondary Ammunition: | Unlimited or 600 Rounds |
| Length: | 7.08m | ||
| Width: | 4.86m | Armour | |
| Height: | 4.42m | ||
| Ground Clearance: | 0.45m | Superstructure: | 180mm |
| Fording Depth: | {{{Fording Depth}}} | Hull: | 150mm |
| Max Speed - on road | 32kph | Gun Mantlet | 100mm |
| Max Speed - off road: | 19kph | Vehicle Designation: | 0427-941-1880-LR0065 |
| Transport Capacity: | None | Firing Ports: | N/A |
| Access Points: | N/A | Turret: | 200mm |
| Vehicle Name: | Leman Russ Vanquisher[1] | Main Armament: | Vanquisher Battle Cannon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge World of Origin: | Gryphonne IV | Secondary Armament: | Lascannon or Heavy Bolter |
| Known Patterns: | I-VI | Traverse: | 360° |
| Crew: | Commander, Gunner, Driver, Loader, 2 Sponson Gunners | Elevation: | From -8° to +25° |
| Powerplant: | HL230 V12 Multi-Fuel | Main Ammunition: | 28 Rounds |
| Weight: | 63.5 tonnes | Secondary Ammunition: | Unlimited or 600 Rounds |
| Length: | 7.08m | ||
| Width: | 4.86m | Armour | |
| Height: | 4.42m | ||
| Ground Clearance: | 0.45m | Superstructure: | 180mm |
| Fording Depth: | {{{Fording Depth}}} | Hull: | 150mm |
| Max Speed - on road | 30kph | Gun Mantlet | 100mm |
| Max Speed - off road: | 18kph | Vehicle Designation: | 0427-941-1880-LR0066 |
| Transport Capacity: | None | Firing Ports: | N/A |
| Access Points: | N/A | Turret: | 200mm |
Forge World Variations
- Gryphonne IV - Immense barrel length for superior shell velocity.[1]
- Stygies VIII - Smaller calibre shell with no rifling for increased velocity and consequently superior first-shot accuracy, although increased barrel movement counteracts follow-up shots despite better gun stabilising and recoil dampening.[1]
Regiments known to contain Vanquishers
- 5th Australler Armoured Regiment
- Tallarn 3rd Armoured Regiment "Desert Storm" - possibly Defence of Balle Alpha, Balle Prime
- Teutonian Armoured Regiment
- Valhallan 28th Armoured Regiment
- Krieg 76th Armoured Regiment - Commissar Konstantin Garrick's vehicle
- Magdellan 6th Armoured Regiment - Tsaragrad
- Cthonian 2nd Armoured Regiment - defence of Veridian Prime
- Varolian 256th Armoured Regiment "the Ironsides" - fire deserts of Ferrum-Prime - Captain Solomon Stanz's vehicle
- Mortant 7th Regiment "Headhunters" - Sacking of Colonia
- Cadian 142nd Armoured Regiment - defence of Cadia during 13th Black Crusade (Mars Alpha chassis)
- Valhallan 193rd Armoured Regiment - defence of Canaan's World
- Mordian 16th Armoured Regiment
- Valhallan 8th Armoured Regiment - Sallan's World campaign
- 12th Vellurian Armoured Cavalry Regiment
- Orestean Pride Armor 6 - defence of Orestes
- Jouryan 27th Infantry Regiment - Liberation of Septiam Torus
- 8th Pardus Armoured Regiment[3]
Images
 Leman Russ Vanquisher (5th edition) |
Sources
- 1: Imperial Armour Volume One - Imperial Guard and Imperial Navy, pgs. 31-33
- 2: Codex: Imperial Guard (5th Edition)
- 3: Honour Guard (Novel) - Gaunt's Ghosts: The Saint (Omnibus) by Dan Abnett, Ch. 4, pg. 57
- Endn|4: Titanicus (Novel) by Dan Abnett
