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[[Image:tank_rocket_launcher.png|right| Tank/Rocket Launcher]]
 
[[Image:BIGOBS42.GIF|right|thumb|64 px|Tank Turret]]
 
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This is one of the first two [[:Category:Heavy Weapons Platforms|HWP]]s available to new [[X-COM]] Commanders.
 
  
Its the most popular of the two earlier HWPs. This tank fires explosive rockets toward the enemy that explode on contact with a solid object - be it an enemy unit or a wall. These rockets are not as powerful as the large rockets used by the [[Rocket Launcher]] but still pack a considerable punch.  
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This is the second of the first two [[:Category:Heavy Weapons Platforms|HWP]]s available to new [[X-COM]] Commanders, and one of the most popular.  
  
The Rocket tank can remain useful to the very end of the game even if its destructive power is surpassed by the [[Hovertank/Launcher]]. HWP Rockets are readily available and cost little compared to the HWP Fusion Balls required by the [[Hovertank/Launcher]].  
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This tank fires explosive rockets toward the enemy that will explode on contact with a solid object - be it an enemy unit or a wall. These rockets lack the strength of the Large Rockets used in the [[Rocket Launcher]] but are moderate in strength and provide a considerable punch. Each tank can carry 8 rockets at a time.  
  
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The Rocket tank can remain useful to the very end of the game even if its destructive power is surpassed by the [[Hovertank/Launcher]]. HWP Rockets are readily available and cost little compared to the HWP Fusion Balls required by the [[Hovertank/Launcher]]. The Tank/Rocket Launcher is therefore cheaper to bring into field combat.
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Revision as of 06:57, 23 March 2009

Tank/Rocket Launcher
Tank Turret

This is the second of the first two HWPs available to new X-COM Commanders, and one of the most popular.

This tank fires explosive rockets toward the enemy that will explode on contact with a solid object - be it an enemy unit or a wall. These rockets lack the strength of the Large Rockets used in the Rocket Launcher but are moderate in strength and provide a considerable punch. Each tank can carry 8 rockets at a time.

The Rocket tank can remain useful to the very end of the game even if its destructive power is surpassed by the Hovertank/Launcher. HWP Rockets are readily available and cost little compared to the HWP Fusion Balls required by the Hovertank/Launcher. The Tank/Rocket Launcher is therefore cheaper to bring into field combat.

Vital Statistics

Cost:$480,000
Tracked Tank Specs
Time Units 70
Health 90
Energy 100
Bravery 110
Reactions 20
Firing Accuracy 60
Throwing Accuracy 0
Strength 60
Psionic Strength 100
Psionic Skill 0
Armour
Front 90
Left/Right 75
Rear 60
Under 60


Rocket Turret Specifications
Ammuntion
Type HWP Rockets
Damage 85 High Explosive
Rounds 8
Purchase Price $3,000
Sale Price $2,250
Firing Modes Accuracy Cost
Aimed 115%(69%) 75%(52)
Snap 55%(33%) 45%(31)
Auto n/a n/a
 
Numbers in parenthesis are the actual values after modified by the chassis' abilities.

Actual costs are in fixed Time Units

Notes

  • Many commanders find that the rocket tank is more useful for clearing obstacles than for actually killing aliens-- giving experience and credit for the kill to an actual trooper is preferred. the rocket tank's ground-clearing ability is especially valued in the later game, where tougher aliens can absorb the damage of a rocket hit.

See Also

Tracked Tank Stats


UFO Badge X-COM: Enemy Unknown/UFO Defense: Equipment
Armour: CoverallsPersonal ArmourPower SuitFlying Suit
Weapons: PistolRifleHeavy CannonAuto-CannonRocket LauncherStun Rod
GrenadeProximity GrenadeHigh ExplosiveLaser PistolLaser RifleHeavy Laser
Plasma PistolPlasma RifleHeavy PlasmaAlien GrenadeSmall LauncherBlaster Launcher
Equipment: Smoke GrenadeMotion ScannerMedi-KitElectro-flarePsi-AmpMind ProbeElerium-115
HWPs: Tank/CannonTank/Rocket LauncherTank/Laser CannonHovertank/PlasmaHovertank/Launcher
Data Item WeightsAlien Weapon Loadouts • Armour Damage Modifiers