LHI THETA MkI Spacetruck
Terrestrial Heavy Exploration / Transport Armored Vehicle

[ ! ] Tested on LOW and MEDIUM physics. Performs better offroad on MEDIUM physics.

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The THETA MkI is a heavy 8-wheeled space-truck chassis.

--- USER MANUAL ---

CONTROLS:
Pitch - Engine
Yaw - Steering
Roll Right - Purge Internal Air
Brake - Brake
LandingGear - Handbrake (???)
AG4 - Lights
AG5 - Toggle Rear Wheel Steering
AG6 - Arm Countermeasures
AG7 - Open Roof Vents

CAMERAS:
Cockpit: Frontal
Custom1: Hatch
Custom2: Unused

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The THETA MkI is a heavy truck chassis. It has 8 wheels, all powered by an electric drivetrain. It is usable on most rocky planets with some modification to the suspension system. The shown variant is the EARTH variant, which has roof vents.

Designed as a "mobile fortress", the body consists of three segments; the front being the cabin, the middle an airlock (space variants only), and the back is a multipurpose space. The hull is armored and protects against natural hazards, as well as light and medium weaponry.

PERFORMANCE AND FEATURES

The THETA MkI is capable of transporting a fairly heavy load. It is suited for use on most terrain, however, a modification to the suspension is sometimes required. An electronic speed limiter keeps the speed of the unit to about 20 mph.

Steering of the rear wheels can be activated when required. This reduces the size of the turning circle. The rear wheel steering system should not be activated at high speeds, even though doing so is technically safe.

The interior of the body is available in many layouts and can be customized to the user's needs. The body has two side access doors, a roof access hatch, and a rear door. The rear door cannot be used effectively without any external equipment as it is too high above the ground.

The interior uses a standard space life support system. Air can be pumped in or out of storage, and stored air can be used to sustain the crew in non-atmospheric environments.

Other features include a concealed flare dispenser.

USES AND PRODUCTION

The THETA has both military and civilian applications. It can be used as a transport vehicle for troops or workers, or light cargo. Larger objects require the cargo door variant to be transported.

With additional modifications, it can be used as a mobile command center.

Non-military applications include mobile laboratries and medical stations, or as the name implies, an exploration vehicle.

The THETA MkI is produced in a built-to-order scheme. Any registered civilian or organization (including militaries) without a criminal record may purchase units.

It should be noted that the unit is not road-legal without an escort as it is too wide - it takes up over two standard lanes.

Units Produced: Unreleased Information