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The NAM LCA-01a was originally a relatively simple mass driver weapon designed to take down power armor and light vehicles, primarily in atmospheric conditions when Positron and Plasma weapons are inappropriate, though it is perfectly viable in space where it has a, theoretically, unlimited range.
The durable and rugged, carbine-styled autocannon is capable of firing any 30mm round, offering users a range of tactical options. This made it an excellent weapon for heavy armor users who needed a lighter weapon to supplement their larger ordnance.
It is fielded by the SMDION and IPG. In ye 32, the weapon was withdrawn from field use as it was overshadowed by the extremely popular HPAR. NAM, however, pulled the LCA from combat units following poor performance reviews in comparison to the more powerful HPAR. With large stocks of weapons sitting in their inventory, Eddie Mac began playing around with the weapon to make it more functional in the modern military. The issue, he realized, was simply that the LCA could not compete with the HPAR. The LCA's greatest assets were its versatility and much lower recoil. In a NAM Terratech General Combat Armorsuit – “Hostile”, the issue of recoil was compensated for by the platform's mass.
The advent of the Raider made the LCA the first choice of weapon for the smaller, less massive armor. While the LCA would never have the same destructive power of the HPAR, it was clear that the Raider was not a platform designed to be a walking arsenal like the Hostile. This made the LCA the perfect rifle to pair with the Raider.
LCA Rifle held by a raider_light_armor |
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Like most Nepleslian designs, it is a rectangular weapon with a magazine well in the front. A scope is mounted on top of the weapon.
30mm Mass Driver Rounds Purpose Quickchart | |
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Type | Damage |
Solid Slug | Tier 3 |
HEAP | Tier 4 |
Incendiary | Tier 5/Tier 21) |
The LCA is a weapon exclusive to DIoN forces and is NOT FOR SALE to private or public individuals, groups and organizations.