Chapter 4: Common Ground Vehicles
This section details various ground-based vehicles that can be commonly encountered in Cepheus Engine campaigns. Creative Referees are encouraged to introduce other common vehicles as they see fit.
TL12 AFV, Tracked
Using a closed ten-ton chassis (2 Hull, 2 Structure, Armor 25), the Tracked Armored Fighting Vehicle (AFV) is a heavily armored tracked vehicle used in military engagements on planetary surfaces. This vehicle is equipped with Insidious Environmental Protection. It carries a Fusion power plant, Code Q, and a Tracked propulsion system, Code Q, giving a top speed of 67.5 kph, a cruising speed of 50 kph and an Agility DM of -1. This vehicle is equipped for Off-Road Capability. 1.51 kiloliters of hydrogen support the power plant for 72 hours. This vehicle is equipped with Advanced controls, a Class IV communication system (Continental), a Laser Class IV communication system (Continental), Basic Military sensors (Comms DM +0), and a Model 3 computer. This vehicle also comes equipped with Autopilot (Tracked Vehicles-1). There is an extended cockpit and cramped seating for six. The vehicle has one weapon point, bearing a small turret armed with a Beam Laser-TL 11. This vehicle is also equipped with basic life support (covers 20 people for 10 days), a fresher, and a galley suitable for 8 people. Cargo capacity is 11.31 kiloliters. The chassis is additionally armored with Superdense armor (x4).The vehicle requires a crew of two: one driver and one gunner. The vehicle can carry up to six passengers in cramped seating. The vehicle costs KCr287.790 (including discounts and fees) and takes 240 hours (10 days) to build.
| Category | Component | Spaces | Price(Cr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Base | 120 | 17750 | Code E |
| Configuration | Closed | |||
| Armor | -24 | 14200 | Superdense (x4) | |
| Insidious EPS | -6 | 50000 | ||
| Power Plant | Fusion | -6.38 | 9575 | Code Q |
| Propulsion | Tracked | -11 | 21450 | Code Q |
| Off-Road Capability | 10725 | |||
| Fuel | Hydrogen | -1.51 | 60.48 | Fuel capacity = 72 hours |
| Controls | Advanced | -2 | 10000 | +1 Agility |
| Autopilot | 2000 | Tracked Vehicle-1 | ||
| Communications | Class IV | -0.1 | 4000 | Continental (5000 km) |
| Laser Class IV | -0.2 | 12000 | ||
| Sensors | Basic Military | -12 | 20000 | Comms DM+0 |
| Computer | Model/3 | 0 | 2000 | |
| Accommodations | Cockpit, Extended | -4 | 2000 | Supports two crew |
| Seating, Cramped (x2) | -8 | 4000 | Seats 6 people cramped | |
| Basic Life Support | -3 | 3500 | Last 10 days for 20 people | |
| Additional Components | Fresher | -6 | 1500 | |
| Galley (8 people) | -21 | 6000 | ||
| Armaments | Turret (Small) | -0.5 | 4000 | |
| Beam Laser-TL 11 | -3 | 120000 | ||
| Cargo | -11.31 | |||
| TOTALS | 0 | 319760.48 | Cr287,790 with Std Design Discount |
TL12 ATV, Tracked
Using a closed ten-ton chassis (2 Hull, 2 Structure, Armor 5), the Tracked All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) is a tracked vehicle frequently used for exploring planetary surfaces. This vehicle is equipped with Insidious Environmental Protection. It carries a Fusion power plant, Code Q, and a Tracked propulsion system, Code Q, giving a top speed of 67.5 kph, a cruising speed of 50 kph and an Agility DM of -1. This vehicle is equipped for Off-Road Capability. 1.51 kiloliters of hydrogen support the power plant for 72 hours. This vehicle is equipped with Advanced controls, a Class IV communication system (Continental), a Laser Class IV communication system (Continental), Basic Civilian sensors (Comms DM -2), and a Model 3 computer. This vehicle also comes equipped with Autopilot (Tracked Vehicles-1). There is an extended cockpit and cramped seating for six. This vehicle is also equipped with basic life support (covers 20 people for 10 days), a fresher, and a galley suitable for 8 people. Cargo capacity is 3.73 tons. The vehicle requires a crew of one: the driver. The vehicle can carry up to one additional passenger in the extended cockpit and six passengers in cramped seating. The vehicle costs KCr154.410 (including discounts and fees) and takes 60 hours to build.
| Category | Component | Spaces | Price(Cr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Base | 120 | 17750 | Code E |
| Configuration | Closed | |||
| Insidious EPS | -6 | 50000 | ||
| Power Plant | Fusion | -6.38 | 9575 | Code Q |
| Propulsion | Tracked | -11 | 21450 | Code Q |
| Off-Road Capability | 10725 | |||
| Fuel | Hydrogen | -1.51 | 60.48 | Fuel capacity = 72 hours |
| Controls | Advanced | -2 | 10000 | +1 Agility |
| Autopilot | 2000 | Tracked Vehicle-1 | ||
| Communications | Class IV | -0.1 | 4000 | Continental (5000 km) |
| Laser Class IV | -0.2 | 12000 | ||
| Sensors | Basic Civilian | -6 | 10000 | Comms DM-2 |
| Computer | Model/3 | 0 | 2000 | |
| Accommodations | Cockpit, Extended | -4 | 2000 | Supports two crew |
| Seating, Cramped (x2) | -8 | 4000 | Seats 6 people cramped | |
| Basic Life Support | -3 | 3500 | Last 10 days for 20 people | |
| Additional Components | Fresher | -6 | 1500 | |
| Galley (8 people) | -21 | 6000 | ||
| Cargo | -44.81 | |||
| TOTALS | 0 | 171560.48 | Cr154,410 with Std Design Discount |
TL5 Ground Car
Using a closed one-ton chassis (0 Hull, 1 Structure, Armor 2), the Ground Car is a wheeled, self-powered motor vehicle used for transportation. It carries an Internal Combustion engine, Code C, and a Wheeled propulsion system, Code C, giving a top speed of 100 kph, a cruising speed of 75 kph and an Agility DM of +3. 12 liters of hydrocarbons support the power plant for 5 hours. This vehicle is equipped with Basic controls. There is an extended cockpit and three cramped seats. Cargo capacity is 38 liters. The vehicle requires a crew of one: the driver. The vehicle can carry up to four passengers, one in the extended cockpit and three in cramped seating. The vehicle costs KCr6.290 (including discounts and fees) and takes 9 hours to build.
| Category | Component | Spaces | Price(Cr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Base | 12 | 2400 | Code 5 |
| Configuration | Closed | |||
| Power Plant | Internal Combustion | -2.4 | 22.5 | Code C |
| Propulsion | Wheels | -0.55 | 550 | Code C |
| Fuel | Hydrocarbons | -0.012 | 9.5865 | Fuel capacity = 5 hours |
| Controls | Basic | -1 | 0 | Included in Chassis Price |
| Accommodations | Extended Cockpit | -4 | 2000 | Two crew (pilot, gunner) |
| Seating, Cramped | -4 | 2000 | Seats 3 people cramped | |
| Cargo | -0.038 | |||
| TOTALS | 0 | 6982.0865 | Cr6,290 with Std Design Discount |
TL3 Stagecoach
Using an open two-ton chassis (0 Hull, 1 Structure, Armor 1), the Stagecoach is a type of covered wagon used to carry passengers and goods inside, generally drawn by four horses, or similar beasts of burden. It carries a nonpowered wheel propulsion system, Code D, giving a top speed and cruising speed based on the beasts pulling it, and an Agility DM of +1. This vehicle is equipped with primitive controls. There is one extended cockpit and six cramped seats. Cargo capacity is 10.5 kiloliters. The vehicle requires a crew of one, the driver, although there is room for a second driver if needed. The vehicle can carry up to six additional passengers in cramped seats. The vehicle costs KCr8.080 (including discounts and fees) and takes 18 hours to build.
| Category | Component | Spaces | Price(Cr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Base | 24 | 3550 | Code 6 |
| Configuration | -355 | Open | ||
| Power Plant | Animal-Powered | 0 | 0 | |
| Propulsion | Wheeled, Non-Powered | -1 | 487.5 | Code D |
| Controls | Primitive | -0.5 | -710 | Agility-1 |
| Accommodations | Extended Cockpit | -4 | 2000 | Two crew (pilot, gunner) |
| Seating, Cramped | -8 | 4000 | 6 passengers, cramped | |
| Cargo | -10.5 | |||
| TOTALS | 0 | 8972.5 | Cr8,080 with Std Design Discount |
TL5 Van
Using a closed two-ton chassis (0 Hull, 1 Structure, Armor 2), the Van is a type of road vehicle used for transporting goods or people. It carries an Internal Combustion engine, Code E, and a Wheeled propulsion system, Code E, giving a top speed of 100 kph, a cruising speed of 75 kph and an Agility DM of +3. 72 liters of hydrocarbons support the power plant for 10 hours. This vehicle is equipped with Basic controls. There is an extended cockpit. Cargo capacity is 9.83 kiloliters. The vehicle requires a crew of one: the driver. The vehicle can carry another passenger in the cockpit. The vehicle costs KCr6.540 (including discounts and fees) and takes 18 hours to build.
| Category | Component | Spaces | Price(Cr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Base | 24 | 3550 | Code 6 |
| Configuration | Closed | |||
| Power Plant | Internal Combustion | -7.5 | 71.25 | Code E |
| Propulsion | Wheels | -1.6 | 1575 | Code E |
| Fuel | Hydrocarbons | -0.072 | 59.76 | Fuel Capacity = 10 hours |
| Controls | Basic | -1 | 0 | Included in Chassis Price |
| Accommodations | Extended Cockpit | -4 | 2000 | Two crew (pilot, passenger) |
| Cargo | -9.828 | |||
| TOTALS | 0 | 7256.01 | Cr6,540 with Std Design Discount |