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|weight=24.8 tonnes
|weight=24.8 tonnes
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|primary_armament= 6x 1000lb Bombs in internal bay
|primary_armament= 4x 2000lb / 6x 1000lb Bombs in internal bay
|secondary_armament= 4x Underwing pylons armed with ASM's or ARM's (S-1A)
|secondary_armament= 4x Underwing pylons armed with ASM's, ARM's, or additional bombs (S-1A) <b \>8x underwing hardpoints (S-1B)
|engine= 2x Kersivius Turbojets
|engine= 2x Kersivius Turbojets
|engine_power= 100KN each (dry thrust)<br />140KN each (full afterburner)
|engine_power= 100KN each (dry thrust)<br />140KN each (full afterburner)
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The S-1 Broadweaver is a supersonic strategic bomber designed in 1965 by Hartley Aerospace for use by the [[Royal Armed Forces of the Empire|Morstaybishlian Royal Air Force]], but was rejected during development. It instead saw heavy use primarily by the [[Norograd|Norogradian Air force]] during the [[Auroran Imperial War]] and up until the turn of the millennium. It was one of the fastest bombers ever put into production, its incredible speed at all altitudes allowing it to outrun fighters and penetrate deep into enemy territory, flying at low altitudes to avoid being detected by radar. During the war, Broadweavers were clocked exceeding Mach 3 in level flight on multiple occasions, and proved instrumental in the success of allied military operations. The primary drawback of the design was its relatively low payload size, which was a remnant of the original intention of the bomber as a tactical nuclear delivery system, though the S-1B version rectified this issue effectively and became the most widely produced of all the Broadweaver variants.
The S-1 Broadweaver is a supersonic strike bomber designed in 1965 by Hartley Aerospace for use by the [[Royal Armed Forces of the Empire|Morstaybishlian Royal Air Force]] as a tactical nuclear strike craft, but was rejected during development due to limitations on the battlefield use of nuclear warheads. It instead saw heavy use primarily by the [[Norograd|Norogradian Air force]] during the [[Auroran Imperial War]] and into the early years of the 21st century. It was one of the fastest bombers ever put into production, its incredible speed at all altitudes allowing it to outrun fighters and penetrate deep into enemy territory, flying at low altitudes to avoid being detected by radar. During the war, Broadweavers were clocked exceeding Mach 3 in level flight on multiple occasions, and proved instrumental in the success of allied military operations. Earlier versions of the design suffered from a low payload was its relatively low payload size, which was a remnant of the original intention of the bomber as a tactical nuclear delivery system, though the S-1B version rectified this issue effectively and became the most widely produced of all the Broadweaver variants.


S-1B and S-1C Broadweavers were exported to [[Ethalria (Grand Matriarchy)|Ethalria]], [[Nilovia]] as well as several other nations with close relations to Norograd, and one is believed to have been captured by the [[Great Morstaybishlia|Morstaybishlian Empire]] at some point during the early 1970's.
S-1B and S-1C Broadweavers were exported to [[Ethalria (Grand Matriarchy)|Ethalria]], [[Nilovia]] as well as several other nations with close relations to Norograd. Several were captured and maintained for training purposes by the [[Great Morstaybishlia|Morstaybishlian Empire]] and her allies during the AIW.


===Variants===
===Variants===
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====S-1A====
====S-1A====


Standard version, which had a total payload capacity of 4500kg with its four underwing hardpoints and internal bay. Saw production during the early AIW, though went out of production afterwards in favour of more specialised variants. Operational range could be extended with the use of drop tanks on the underwing hardpoints.
Standard version, which had a relatively meagre payload capacity of 5000kg with its four underwing hardpoints and internal bay. Saw production during the early AIW, though was quickly made redundant in favour of more specialised variants. Operational range was frequently extended with the use of drop tanks on the underwing hardpoints.


====S-1AR====
====S-1AR====
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====S-1B====
====S-1B====


Heavy attack version and the most widely produced, with a greater wingspan boasting an extra two underwing hardpoints and muliple mounting points on the main fuselage for additional munitions. It had a larger operational range and far greater payload capacity than the S-1A at the cost of a lower maximum speed, optimised for operations where the threat of enemy high-speed interceptors was low.
Heavy attack version and the most widely produced, with a greater wingspan boasting an extra four underwing hardpoints and muliple mounting points on the main fuselage for additional munitions. It had a larger operational range and far greater payload capacity than the S-1A at the cost of a lower maximum speed, optimised for operations where the threat of enemy high-speed interceptors was low.


====S-1C====
====S-1C====


High performance version. Featured modified high-flow intakes and aerodynamic features, giving it greater fuel efficiency, exceptional operational range and allowing for a Mach 2.9+ maximum speed in level flight. A more powerful radar system gave it additional ability in using air-to-surface missiles and even some limited air-to-air capability.
High performance version. Featured modified high-flow intakes and aerodynamic features, giving it greater fuel efficiency, exceptional operational range and allowing for a Mach 2.9+ maximum speed in level flight. A more powerful radar system gave it additional ability in using air-to-surface missiles and even some air-to-air capability.


====S-1CR====
====S-1CR====
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====S-1D====
====S-1D====


A version optimised for use as a cruise missile launch platform, featuring strengthened underwing pylons and larger internal fuel tanks.
A version of the S-1B optimised for use as a cruise missile launch platform, featuring strengthened underwing pylons and larger internal fuel tanks.


====S-1E====
====S-1E====


Long-range version with a much larger fuel tank slung below the fuselage and large wings similar to the S-1B though considerably more aerodynamic.
Long-range version with a much larger fuel tank slung below the fuselage and large wings similar to the S-1B though considerably more aerodynamic.

====S-1F====

A modernised version introduced in 1990


====S-1X====
====S-1X====
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Experimental test platform for low-observability stealth features. Only airframe built used as target practice after testing and destroyed. Recovered blueprints suggest features similar to the conceptual S-2 Stormweaver and afterburning turbofan engines instead of turbojets.
Experimental test platform for low-observability stealth features. Only airframe built used as target practice after testing and destroyed. Recovered blueprints suggest features similar to the conceptual S-2 Stormweaver and afterburning turbofan engines instead of turbojets.


===S-2 Stormweaver===
==S-2 Stormweaver==


[[File:S-2 Prototype.png|thumbnail|right|Concept image of the S-2 Stormweaver Fighter-Bomber]]The conceptual successor to the S-1, the S-2 Stormweaver entered development in 1990 following the successful S-1X prototype, and was to feature an abnormal enclosed cockpit as well as experimental stealth features for long-range penetration roles like the S-1. The strategic bomber design was scrapped in 1994 after funding issues, though the design was later adapted and downsized for use as a single-engined fighter-bomber. However this project was put on indefinite developmental hold due to the outbreak of the Norogradian civil war before any prototype planes could be constructed.
[[File:S-2 Prototype.png|thumbnail|right|Concept image of the S-2 Stormweaver Fighter-Bomber]]The conceptual successor to the S-1, the S-2 Stormweaver entered development in 1990 following the successful S-1X prototype, and was to feature an abnormal enclosed cockpit as well as experimental stealth features for long-range penetration roles like the S-1. The strategic bomber design was scrapped in 1994 after funding issues, though the design was later adapted and downsized for use as a single-engined fighter-bomber. However this project was put on indefinite developmental hold due to the outbreak of the Norogradian civil war before any prototype planes could be constructed.

Revision as of 19:41, 5 January 2021

S-1 "Broadweaver" Bomber
An S-1A Broadweaver cruising along the Staynish coastline during the 1972 Fort Staynes Campaign
TypeStrategic bomber
Place of originNorograd
Service history
In service1970-
Used byNorogradian Air Force(historic)
Ethalrian Air Force(historic)
Nilovian Air Force
Axdel Air Force(historic)
WarsAuroran Imperial War
Production history
DesignerHartley Aerospace
Designed1964
ManufacturerAerial Warfare Division of Norograd
Unit cost10.5 million Kiribs (1975)
Produced1970-1984
Number built~1000+
Variants8
Specifications
Weight24.8 tonnes
Length27.13 m
Width11.32 m
Height7.25 m
Crew2
Main
armament
4x 2000lb / 6x 1000lb Bombs in internal bay
Secondary
armament
4x Underwing pylons armed with ASM's, ARM's, or additional bombs (S-1A) 8x underwing hardpoints (S-1B)
Engine2x Kersivius Turbojets
100KN each (dry thrust)
140KN each (full afterburner)
Operational
range
4,750 km (S-1A)
Speedmach 2.75 at 40000ft/12000m
mach 1.5+ at sea level (S-1A)

The S-1 Broadweaver is a supersonic strike bomber designed in 1965 by Hartley Aerospace for use by the Morstaybishlian Royal Air Force as a tactical nuclear strike craft, but was rejected during development due to limitations on the battlefield use of nuclear warheads. It instead saw heavy use primarily by the Norogradian Air force during the Auroran Imperial War and into the early years of the 21st century. It was one of the fastest bombers ever put into production, its incredible speed at all altitudes allowing it to outrun fighters and penetrate deep into enemy territory, flying at low altitudes to avoid being detected by radar. During the war, Broadweavers were clocked exceeding Mach 3 in level flight on multiple occasions, and proved instrumental in the success of allied military operations. Earlier versions of the design suffered from a low payload was its relatively low payload size, which was a remnant of the original intention of the bomber as a tactical nuclear delivery system, though the S-1B version rectified this issue effectively and became the most widely produced of all the Broadweaver variants.

S-1B and S-1C Broadweavers were exported to Ethalria, Nilovia as well as several other nations with close relations to Norograd. Several were captured and maintained for training purposes by the Morstaybishlian Empire and her allies during the AIW.

Variants

S-1A

Standard version, which had a relatively meagre payload capacity of 5000kg with its four underwing hardpoints and internal bay. Saw production during the early AIW, though was quickly made redundant in favour of more specialised variants. Operational range was frequently extended with the use of drop tanks on the underwing hardpoints.

S-1AR

Aerial reconnaissance version of the S-1A.

S-1B

Heavy attack version and the most widely produced, with a greater wingspan boasting an extra four underwing hardpoints and muliple mounting points on the main fuselage for additional munitions. It had a larger operational range and far greater payload capacity than the S-1A at the cost of a lower maximum speed, optimised for operations where the threat of enemy high-speed interceptors was low.

S-1C

High performance version. Featured modified high-flow intakes and aerodynamic features, giving it greater fuel efficiency, exceptional operational range and allowing for a Mach 2.9+ maximum speed in level flight. A more powerful radar system gave it additional ability in using air-to-surface missiles and even some air-to-air capability.

S-1CR

Aerial reconnaissance version of the S-1C.

S-1CX

Highly modified ultrafast experimental prototype developed in the 1980's using rocket motors instead of turbojets and composite heat shielding as part of a Norogradian shuttle project. Three airframes produced, however one disintegrated mid-air at the undisclosed maximum speed in 1984, killing the pilot leading to the suspension of the project.

S-1D

A version of the S-1B optimised for use as a cruise missile launch platform, featuring strengthened underwing pylons and larger internal fuel tanks.

S-1E

Long-range version with a much larger fuel tank slung below the fuselage and large wings similar to the S-1B though considerably more aerodynamic.

S-1F

A modernised version introduced in 1990

S-1X

Experimental test platform for low-observability stealth features. Only airframe built used as target practice after testing and destroyed. Recovered blueprints suggest features similar to the conceptual S-2 Stormweaver and afterburning turbofan engines instead of turbojets.

S-2 Stormweaver

Concept image of the S-2 Stormweaver Fighter-Bomber

The conceptual successor to the S-1, the S-2 Stormweaver entered development in 1990 following the successful S-1X prototype, and was to feature an abnormal enclosed cockpit as well as experimental stealth features for long-range penetration roles like the S-1. The strategic bomber design was scrapped in 1994 after funding issues, though the design was later adapted and downsized for use as a single-engined fighter-bomber. However this project was put on indefinite developmental hold due to the outbreak of the Norogradian civil war before any prototype planes could be constructed.

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