Vanguard variants

The Aegis Dynamics Vanguard, originally known as the 'Bulldog', is a Twin-Engine Deep Space Fighter. Deep space fighters are typically used to pursue engagements in outlying areas when support from a carrier is not available. The Vanguard can be modified to a different variant with Battlefield Upgrade Kits.

The A3G Vanguard is the United Empire of Earth’s dedicated deep space fighter. Initially developed as a bomber-destroyer, the Vanguard is a hard-charging bulldog of a ship which features extensive forward-mounted weaponry designed to tear through the shields and armor of other spacecraft. Four high-caliber forward laser cannons and a massive central Gatling gun(Warden variant) give the Vanguard an unprecedented amount of sheer striking power. So-named because their multiple-jump range allows them to form the forefront of any military expedition, Vanguard have seen extensive service against the Vanduul.

The Vanguard trades the maneuverability of the Hornet, F8A Lightning and Gladius for extended range, armor and durability. With more hardpoints and increased space for onboard computer systems, the design can boast improved radar and a credible electronic warfare suite(Sentinel variant). In combat, the Vanguard’s roles are extensive: long range jump scout, extended duration patrol/reconnaissance ship, fighter-bomber (when equipped with torpedoes), tactical command and control ship, bomber interceptor and, in the proper hands, even a fighter-killer. The Vanguard’s extensive range can allow for missions lasting days or even weeks. Internally, the ship is fitted with sleeping berths and reclamation facilities to support such missions.

With a notable silhouette, the Vanguard is best known for its distinctive twin X-Forge engines, which allow for both an impressive top speed and an extensive backup system for enhanced combat survivability. Coupled with a superstructure composed from a distinct tungsten alloy, more than one Vanguard pilot has returned to base with little more than a single engine and the charred remains of a fuselage.

Vanguard units have been assigned to both planetary bases and aboard larger space stations. The fighter’s legendary durability allows it to operate in all-weather conditions with limited maintenance and makes it particularly beloved by the hard-fighting UEE Marines, who make frequent use of its ability to comfortably operate from makeshift combat bases.

Variants

Vanguard Harbinger

The Vanguard Harbinger is the fighter-bomber variant of the Vanguard series. Designed for long-distance tactical strikes, the Harbinger includes basic survival accomodations. It is slower than the other variants, but has additional armor.The Harbinger’s cockpit includes additional armored panels to protect the pilot.

Vanguard Hoplite

Vanguard Sentinel

The Vanguard Sentinel (Electronic warfare) is oriented towards causing confusion on the battlefield. From EMP pulses to command and control interference, the Vanguard Sentinel will support battlefield operations by making it all that much harder for opponents to stay in contact and have proper information.

Vanguard Warden

The Vanguard Warden is the base version of the Vanguard series. The Warden is suited for dogfighting and exploration. It is the only variant with long term life support and beds – escaping in this will give an improved chance of being recovered. The escape pod of the other variants will only give slightly improved chance over standard ejection.

Comparison table

	Vanguard Harbinger	Vanguard Hoplite	Vanguard Sentinel	Vanguard Warden
Length	38.0 m			38.0 m			38.0 m			38.0 m
Beam	26.5 m			26.5 m			26.5 m			26.5 m
Heigth	9.5 m			9.5 m			9.5 m			9.5 m
Weigth	240,092 kg			229,440 kg			238,616 kg			256,409.25 kg
Role	Bomber			Dropship			Interdiction			Heavy Fighter
Cargo	0 SCU			0 SCU			0 SCU			0 SCU
Avionics	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size
Radars	2x TBA			2x Chernykh			2x Chernykh			2x Chernykh
Computers	1x TBA 1x TBA			1x TBA 1x TBA			1x TBA 1x TBA			1x TBA 1x TBA
Power Plants	2x TurboDrive		S  2	2x Maelstrom		S  2	2x GammaMax		S  2	2x Maelstrom		S  2
Coolers	2x Permafrost		S  2	2x Arctic		S  2	2x HeatSink		S  2	2x Arctic		S  2
Shield Generators	2x SecureShield		S  2	2x FullStop		S  2	2x Sheut		S  2	2x FullStop		S  2
Propulsion and thrusters	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size
Fuel Intake	2x			2x			2x			2x
Fuel Tanks	2x			2x			2x			2x
Quantum Drives	1x Yeager		S  2	1x Crossfield		S  2	1x Nova		S  2	1x Crossfield		S  2
Jump Modules	1x TBA			1x TBA			1x TBA			1x TBA
Quantum Fuel Tanks	1x			1x			1x			1x
Main Thrusters	2x Main Thruster 2x Retro Thruster			2x Main Thruster 2x Retro Thruster			2x Main Thruster 2x Retro Thruster			2x Main Thruster 2x Retro Thruster
Maneuvering Thrusters	10x Gimbal Maneuvering Thruster 8x Fixed Maneuvering Thruster			10x Gimbal Maneuvering Thruster 8x Fixed Maneuvering Thruster			10x Gimbal Maneuvering Thruster 8x Fixed Maneuvering Thruster			10x Gimbal Maneuvering Thruster 8x Fixed Maneuvering Thruster
Armaments and equipment	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size	Qty x Model	Size
Weapons	1x C-788 Cannon 4x CVSA Cannon		S  4  S  2	1x Revenant Gatling 4x BRVS Repeater		S  4  S  2	1x Attrition-4 Repeater 4x ATVS Repeater		S  4  S  2	1x Revenant Gatling 4x MVSA Cannon		S  4  S  2
Turrets	2x Jericho XL		S  3	2x SW16BR2 "Sawbuck" Repeater		S  2	2x Suckerpunch-L Cannon		S  2	2x SW16BR2 "Sawbuck" Repeater		S  2
Missiles	3x Stalker V 4x Arrester III 4x Ignite II 4x Dominator II		S  5  S  3  S  2  S  2	4x Dominator II 4x Ignite II 2x Empty  S  4 hardpoints		S  2  S  2	4x Arrester III 4x Ignite II 4x Dominator II		S  3  S  2  S  2	4x Arrester III 4x Ignite II 4x Dominator II		S  3  S  2  S  2
Utility	None			None			1x EMP Generator			None

Gallery

Images

The Vanguard Harbinger, Sentinel and Warden

The Vanguard Harbinger, Sentinel and Warden

See also

• Aegis Dynamics
• List of ships
• List of ship and vehicle prices
• Portfolio: Aegis Dynamics
• Variants, modules and special editions