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Odin

Armament:

2 Kolibri Omega Series Medium Pulse Lasers

1 Pattern J2 Streak SRM 2

1 Series 1 ER Small Laser

1 Active Probe

Manufacturer:    Various

   Location:    (Unknown)

Communications System:    Consolidated BMR 6

Targeting & Tracking System: TRTTS Mark II

Overview:

         Though slower than both the Asshur and the Shamash, the Odin remains a staple of second-line forces thanks to its sophisticated sensor suite. Fully integrated with the communication and targeting systems, this sensor suite uses magnetic resonance, IR and electromagnetic intercepts to develop a detailed picture of the area surrounding the tank to 150 meters, making the Odin an ideal vehicle for surveying cluttered terrain and identifying hidden enemy troops.

Capabilities:

         Like many scout tanks, the Odin sacrifices armor for speed and equipment. Its 1.5 tons of ferro-fibrous armor serve primarily to protect the crew and equipment from damage caused by collisions during off-road movement and from enemy small-arms fire, and do little to shield them from the heavier weapons of 'Mechs and other vehicles. Instead, the Odin relies on its speed to avoid damage. Powered by a lightweight fusion plant, the vehicle can attain speeds of up to 130 kph both on and off the road, but the need to avoid damage to the vehicle's suspension and the crew usually restricts off-road speeds to less than 90 kph.
         Turret-mounted dual pulse lasers provide a limited defensive-fire capability, trading range and mass for volume of fire and so increasing the Odin crew's chance of hitting its intended target. Additional fire support is provided by a short-range missile pack. By using Streak technology, this unit offers a longer range than regular SRMs and eliminates the wasted ammunition common to unguided ballistic weapons. These weapons are under the command of the vehicle's gunner, who also commands the vehicle and operates the sensor suite. A nose-mounted small laser allows the driver to engage enemies in the front arc while the gunner discourages pursuit.

Deployment

         Contrary to Clan tradition, the two-man crew of an Odin often train together and serve as a team throughout their military career, a strategy required by the high level of teamwork needed to maneuver and fight with the small but sophisticated vehicle. Poor teamwork among Odin crews, and the resulting poor quality of the intelligence they gathered, led to Clan Jade Falcon suffering disastrous results in several engagements against Clan Ghost Bear on the Bear world of Tokasha. Taking their cue from the Jade Falcons' miscalculation, other Clans modified their training and deployment procedures to ensure an appropriate level of performance. In keeping with their traditionally extreme reaction to every situation, however, the Jade Falcons immediately relegated all vehicles to a training or support role.

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Type/Model:	Odin Scout Tank
Mass:	20 tons

Equipment:		Items	Mass
Internal Structure:	10 pts Standard	0	2.00
Engine:	140 Fusion	0	5.00
Shielding & Trans Equip:		0	2.50
Cruise MP:	8
Flank MP:	12
Heat Sinks:	10 Single	0	.00
Cockpit & Controls:		0	1.00
Crew:	2 Members	0	.00
Turret Equipment:		0	.50
Armor Factor:	29 pts Ferro-Fibrous	1	1.50