Hobbes Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 I've had this idea for awhile to make a small jet to support Thunderhawks and BattleCruisers. Something that can cruise at low altitudes but also fly in deep space unlike a land speeder. A Space Marine Dogfighter! A number of books reference Cobras flying in formation, and since I've never seen a Cobra before I decided to call it one. The "real" Cobra might not look anything like this, it might not even be Space Marine, could be a Guard Fighter, nevertheless this is my rendition of the Cobra Pattern Space Fighter! http://hobbyhawk.com/Projects/Cobra/Cobra01WIP.jpg This stage was mainly structural, so not much to look at unless you're like me and can visually fill in the blanks! The aft hull was built from a Landspeeder sawed down the middle, and the wings and fore were built from a Predator kit. Dreadnought Lascannons on the sides, I'm thinking ruleswise it will be a Predator Annihilator maybe those engines could be Hunter Killers, or maybe the Hunter Killers will be in the form of underslung missiles.... :hmm http://hobbyhawk.com/Projects/Cobra/Cobra02WIP.jpg Obviously very rough at this point, still structuralizing everything. Here you can see the main Burner (Landspeeder Engine) and the Pitch Engines (Rhino Exhausts) I plan to add some hover devices on the bottom for easy Space docking on landspeeder like maneuvering at low altitudes. I also pinned a fin into the top. http://hobbyhawk.com/Projects/Cobra/Cobra03WIP.jpg Still working on the front fairing, I might use these bitz... I especially like the slope of the Lascannon Turret. Right now with that ammo box, which needs to be shortened to match the width of the exahuasts and the lascannon piece, the pilot can just see over the top. I haven't decided on an open or closed cockpit yet, but I'm working my way back towards that area now... As always comments and critique are appreciated, my girlfriend always tells me she likes it (albeit at great prompting) but she doesn't fully appreciate it nor does she know enough to give true honest feedback, she simply says: "Yes, it's wonderful, now put it down let's go!" -Hobbes Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcus Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 It's either madness :lol: or genius :devil: , I'm leaning towards the latter. Amazing use of parts hobbes, the only thing I think that needs revision is the front of the cockpit, it looks a little to bulky. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000211 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronophague Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 What does TTTTTTHHHHBBBTTTT!!! mean? Thottbot? Noob speak? Cheers Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000213 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heimdal Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 An extremely good use of bitz. :wub: The cockpits front doesnt need to be that bulky. Try to see if you can cut an Pred- turret to an decent shape to give a small slope. Perhaps use the plastict that comes with the blisters as the cockpit window. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000216 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DV8 Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Cobras are Imperial Frigates/Escort ships. They're not fighters. "Cobra class escorts form a significant proportion of Battlefleet Obscuras, their versatility making them a favoured vessel for scouting, patrolling and raiding. The main asset of the Cobra is its great speed, enabling it to catch the light, fast craft favoured by pirates." Picture of the BFG Cobra model. That aside, great conversion. DV8 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000226 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Magyar Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 I like it can't wait to see it finished. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobbes Posted May 6, 2006 Author Share Posted May 6, 2006 Alright so I need a new name too then! Quick before this topic gets closed! :) How about: Blizzard Dragon Slingshot? Hercules (name of my dog) Hunter Pattern Space Fighter??? Kellogg with Sponsor stickers all over it like a nascar racer :wub: Medusa Pattern? Pandora Fighter? The Panther Anguis = latin for Dragon Nexus Ophion = greek fro serpent Viper Blackjack Morpheus Patern Space Fighter Methos I like Morpheus & Medusa for the new campaign perhaps? thanks for the Cobra reference Devie~ ;) what would you name it? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronophague Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Stinger? :wub: Cheers Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nurglespawn Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 to use two of my favourite names as of now, how about the 'Ophion Stinger'? :wub: N.S. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000257 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaptermaster Graymantle Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Looks great Hobbes! Before the big B&C burnout I had a thread on a Space Marine fighter going and wrote up an article on one. I've been thinking of making a Marine jet fighter myself. - Glad to see someone did. hm... - And you got to much money :) Keep up the excellent work! :wub: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000294 Share on other sites More sharing options...
juckto Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 I like it. I haven't decided on an open or closed cockpit yet Something that can cruise at low altitudes but also fly in deep space I know SM are supposed to eat kittens for breakfast, but even I doubt they can suck vaccum for any extended period. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000303 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother-Librarian Swintha Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Nice use of parts Hobbes...I say you name it "Black Jack" :wub: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000305 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ardus Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Great idea and very good design. Even though SM are tough as nails, there should still have a closed cockpit. You could use some plastic card and clear plastic from a blister. I like the big bold front end on it, it reminds me of the old WWII fighter the Hurricane. Is it too late to work in a hard wired servitor navigator ?(leaves the SM to work the engines of destruction) I like the name Tomahawk Strike Craft or even the Hurricane. Ardus. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnii Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Would make a pretty sweet Land Speeder Tempest conversion, but thats not your vision. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000374 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penitent Dreadnought Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 The rear end reminds me of the X-302 from "Stargate"... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callas Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Lovely work as always. A name? Hmmmmm. Quite a few Marine vehicles are named for storms - hurricane, whirlwind, tempest, typhoon.... Lightning has been taken, so can't call it that. :) How about the Squall-class? Please don't call it the Kellog - I doubt cereal was meant to fly in this millenium, let alone the 40th :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000449 Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncleharoldo Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Call it the cyclone, or stalker (stalker fits if you want to sub it in as a predator) Looks really good mate, very whacky use of bits. Keep us updated with it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000468 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cptn. Palladorus Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Absolutely amazing conversion so far. As far as names go, it's got that big front end on it, how about Thunderbolt, after the P-47 Thunderbolt from WWII that was famous for having a huge front end? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000474 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obliterator Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 I like the conversion, and while I would also think he would need a closed cockpit for deepspace missions, I feel that it wouldn't do the model justice. Maybe instead of using it as a Predator you could use it as a Landspeeder? Just replace the lascannons by multi-melta barrels, or use the missile launchers in the wings to use it as a Typhoon variant? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000478 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berevius_the_Justifier Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Alright so I need a new name too then! Quick before this topic gets closed! :P How about: Blizzard Dragon Slingshot? Hercules (name of my dog) Hunter Pattern Space Fighter??? Kellogg with Sponsor stickers all over it like a nascar racer :) Medusa Pattern? Pandora Fighter? The Panther Anguis = latin for Dragon Nexus Ophion = greek fro serpent Viper Blackjack Morpheus Patern Space Fighter Methos I like Morpheus & Medusa for the new campaign perhaps? thanks for the Cobra reference Devie~ ;) what would you name it? Ah hell how bout a oldi but goodie. Hellcat? or mebee Spit fire. If yer goin for a Dog Fighter type. Meslef I like the Thunderbolt. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000479 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callas Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Spitfire gets my vote! But being a Brit and having heard the delightful thunder as one flies low over your head, you'd expect that from me :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000492 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCC Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Spitfire gets my vote! Sacrilege! :P You can't call anything but a Supermarine Spitfire a Spitfire! On topic: I'd second calls for making the nose of the aircraft less blunt, less flat, I know Imperial aircraft tend to fly by brute force rather than aerodynamics but even so the front of that aircraft is a little non-aerodynamic IMO... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000507 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemal Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 ya - agree with that - the fairing should slope down some more - maybe use the Incom T-65 as inspration? (I KNOW most of you know what that is!) ANd i Also agree that it needs an enclosed cockpit - maybe a high visibility bubble-type canopy? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000540 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callas Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Sacrilege! :P You can't call anything but a Supermarine Spitfire a Spitfire! Meeehhhh, true enough. The wing's would have to be a little more curved at the tips to be a Spit! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000571 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feral Haggis Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 I'd second calls for making the nose of the aircraft less blunt, less flat, I know Imperial aircraft tend to fly by brute force rather than aerodynamics but even so the front of that aircraft is a little non-aerodynamic IMO... i agree i rember reading somewhere (possibly lord of the night) that most if not all imperial craft had the tapered/eagle beak prow. Oher than that, i think that if the marine isnt going to be able to see out of the front and your set on the ammo box being there, then maybe harwire the marine into it, matrix style. Keep up the good work!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/86417-the-cobra-pattern-space-fighter/#findComment-1000607 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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