The Land Raider: A Symbol of Power and Strength
In the grim darkness of the 41st millennium, the Land Raider is a behemoth of war, a symbol of power and strength on the battlefields of the galaxy. This heavily armored personnel carrier and occasional heavy tank is used primarily by the Space Marines and Chaos Space Marines, but also by other factions such as the Adeptus Mechanicus and Inquisition.
Origins and History
The Land Raider has its origins in the Dark Age of Technology, when humankind expanded out of its home system. Its construction method was incorporated into the great STC system, allowing it to be built locally by colonists even if they lacked any great technical knowledge. With the widespread breakdown of human civilization during the Age of Strife, production of the vehicle was ceased. However, during the Great Crusade, the Land Raider STC design was rediscovered, allowing their manufacture once more.
Design and Capabilities
The standard Land Raider is armed with a hull-mounted twin-linked heavy bolter and two side sponsons each with twin-linked lascannons. It may also be fitted with a pintle mounted storm bolter. The Land Raider uses a form of composite armor created by bonding layers in huge, high-pressure cookers, giving it a level of protection incomparable to most
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