E.D.Quibell
SOC-13
I agree.
I've not even bothered about the clearances myself I've just run up a bunch of 4ton cargo containers in MT of 54kl volume. Which make the dimentions 3x3x6 if I've got it right.
Regards,
Ewan
Shipping containers
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I agree.
I've not even bothered about the clearances myself I've just run up a bunch of 4ton cargo containers in MT of 54kl volume. Which make the dimentions 3x3x6 if I've got it right.
Regards,
Ewan
I use 4 dton 3m x 3mx 6m as the basic size. "4 tons" of cargo is cargo that will fit (cube and/or weight) into this. 1 and 2 dton containers can be combined into this footprint. Also, 27 x 1 ml gross "cubes" can be contained, nicely to a 2dton footprint.
Some cargo will be "break-bulk," in transit. More labor, and more chance of damage.
Ballard Designs has designs of standard starships that are optimized for fitting 4dton modules. 30 dton cutter modules fit 7, and have a 2 dton accessway, which allows these to be stacked like Legos. This space can also be used to stack in break-bulk cargo at the risk of breaking various regulations on access.
A modular cutter can thus carry 1 module with 28+ dtons of cargo at normal performance, and remain streamlined. It can carry a total of 5, however, at a maximum of 1g, while losing streamlining. A Ballard type A (Type AB) carries two, and allows space for an additional 6 4 ton modules. The modules allow for 4 dton inserts that can reconfigure the interior space for middle passage and carying mercs.
Standard 4dton cargo containers cost kCr1 new, and are typically leased, (Cr50 per jump or Cr 100 per year) traded one for one, or sold as part of more pricey cargos, depending on the local nature of trade. They are airtight, and lightly insulated. Climate controlled containers are 5kCr, and require power hookups or refueling of H2. They are often the basis for housing and other structures in startowns. A class A or B starport will have a Ballard Leasing agency (or local equivalent) that will facilitate such leasing. Well used containers are available for Cr200, but will require ongoing monitoring and maintenance or risk damage to cargo.
Some cargo will be "break-bulk," in transit. More labor, and more chance of damage.
Ballard Designs has designs of standard starships that are optimized for fitting 4dton modules. 30 dton cutter modules fit 7, and have a 2 dton accessway, which allows these to be stacked like Legos. This space can also be used to stack in break-bulk cargo at the risk of breaking various regulations on access.
A modular cutter can thus carry 1 module with 28+ dtons of cargo at normal performance, and remain streamlined. It can carry a total of 5, however, at a maximum of 1g, while losing streamlining. A Ballard type A (Type AB) carries two, and allows space for an additional 6 4 ton modules. The modules allow for 4 dton inserts that can reconfigure the interior space for middle passage and carying mercs.
Standard 4dton cargo containers cost kCr1 new, and are typically leased, (Cr50 per jump or Cr 100 per year) traded one for one, or sold as part of more pricey cargos, depending on the local nature of trade. They are airtight, and lightly insulated. Climate controlled containers are 5kCr, and require power hookups or refueling of H2. They are often the basis for housing and other structures in startowns. A class A or B starport will have a Ballard Leasing agency (or local equivalent) that will facilitate such leasing. Well used containers are available for Cr200, but will require ongoing monitoring and maintenance or risk damage to cargo.
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I came across the ISU-90 containers the military is currently contracting that work out to almost exactly 1dt. (108"x88"x90")
They come in basic container, workshop, latrine, shower, computer center, dog kennel, etc. and all movable by truck, helo, C-130, and grav sled.
http://www.aarcorp.com/gov/Mobility/Containers/containers_standard.htm
I'm currently looking into what a TL 12-15 RCMC/Regency Army forward operating base would consist of and just what kind of transport is required. Logistics is vital to any conflict.
SoCar-37
They come in basic container, workshop, latrine, shower, computer center, dog kennel, etc. and all movable by truck, helo, C-130, and grav sled.
http://www.aarcorp.com/gov/Mobility/Containers/containers_standard.htm
I'm currently looking into what a TL 12-15 RCMC/Regency Army forward operating base would consist of and just what kind of transport is required. Logistics is vital to any conflict.
SoCar-37
The 4-dTon container was the basis for a family of modular 3-dTon grav vehicles I put together when I needed a Merc unit for my crew of misfits (sorry - I meant intrepid adventurers!) to transport...
100 tube MRL system, some heavy railgun arty, support vehcles, etc., all designed to fit into a standard shipping container's footprint. I'll have to see if I can dig up the spreadsheet on them for the appropriate thread.
100 tube MRL system, some heavy railgun arty, support vehcles, etc., all designed to fit into a standard shipping container's footprint. I'll have to see if I can dig up the spreadsheet on them for the appropriate thread.
