For decades, buses have been the least-expensive means of transporting of passengers. With the rise in popularity of autoduelling (and the increase in the numbers of armed vehicles on the road), bus operators armed and armored their vehicles in order to protect their passengers and cargo. Buses are also encountered in the form of the ever-popular RV, which is basically a privately-owned bus fitted out with living quarters (and sometimes luxury apartments). For anyone contemplating attacking a bus, they should consider that a bus can mount almost as much weaponry as a truck.
2045 CAMEL
The updated Camel design has become renowned nationwide for its long
range and great endurance. It is currently being constructed in four styles,
each with various types of weaponry. Camels are vulnerable to attacks directed
against their sides. However, one should also take note of the firepower
carried by their companion trailers (see Trailers-Camels' Tail). Some Camels
have reportedly gone over a year without stopping at a recharge station.
Currently, Camels are used by many OTR businesses, so they may be encountered
anywhere.
War Camels were built in response to attacks which the Camel-series buses encountered over their years of service. A War Camel doubles the forward firepower of the basic Camel while fooling attackers with the familiar Camel profile. More than one cycle gang has paid the price for making this mistake.
2045 Camel "one hump": Streamlined 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular
truck power plant w/ 2 sets extra power cells, flush-mount solar panel
TB, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & gunner, 12 passengers, 4 MGs linked
F, 4 MGs in universal turret TF, 2 linked SDs w/ explosive spikes (1 RB,
1 LB), 2 targeting computers, smart link (turret/front MGs), bumper trigger
(front MGs), radar, infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to
radar jammer, vehicular computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator
w/ 5 maps, LD radio, extra driver controls (in gunner position), surge
protector, fire extinguisher, HD shocks, galley, tinted/no-paint windows,
heavy hitch (20,000 lbs), spoiler & airdam, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped
Armor: F45, B45, RF45, RB45, LF45, LB45, TF45, TB45, UF25, UB25. Acceleration:
2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60 mph+), Top Speed: 135 mph unloaded (100 mph fully-loaded),
25,190 lbs, $130,490.
Towing Capacity: 14,810 lbs.
Cargo version: Replace passengers w/ side door (RB) and cargo bay (capacity: 24 spaces, 2,486 lbs). Remove 7 points armor. 25,184 lbs, $129,682.
Road Assistance version: Replace passengers w/ side door (RB). Add winch (4,000-lb capacity), portable shop (4 spaces), 2 mechanics and cargo bay (capacity: 15 spaces, 1,516 lbs). Add 8 points of armor. 25,184 lbs, $121,342.
2045 Camel "two-hump": Streamlined 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular
truck power plant w/ 2 sets extra power cells, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver
& 2 gunners, 11 passengers, 4 MGs linked F, 2 2-space universal turrets
(1 TF, 1 TB) w/ 2 MGs in each, SD w/ explosive spikes B, 3 targeting computers,
smart link (front turret/front MGs), bumper trigger (front MGs), radar,
infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to radar jammer, vehicular
computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator w/ 5 maps, LD radio, extra
driver controls, surge protector, fire extinguisher, HD shocks, galley,
tinted/no-paint windows, heavy hitch (20,000 lbs), spoiler & airdam,
6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F49, B48, RF46, RB46, LF46, LB46, TF46,
TB46, UF25, UB25. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60 mph+), Top Speed:
135 mph unloaded (100 mph fully-loaded), 25,199 lbs, $132,962.
Towing Capacity: 14,801 lbs.
Cargo version: Replace passengers w/ side door (RB) and cargo bay (capacity: 23 spaces, 2,403 lbs). Remove 14 points of armor. 25,197 lbs, $131,846.
Road Assistance version: Replace passengers w/ side door (RF), winch (4,000-lb capacity), portable shop (4 spaces), 2 mechanics and cargo bay (capacity: 14 spaces, 1,451 lbs), 25,199 lbs, $138,462.
2045 Camel "No Hump": Streamlined 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular
truck power plant w/ 2 sets extra power cells, 2 flush-mounted solar panels
(1 TF, 1 TB), 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & gunner, 10 passengers,
8 MGs (located either 8xF or 4xF & 1 each: RF, RB, LF, LB), 2 linked
SDs w/ explosive spikes (1 RB, 1 LB), 2 targeting computers, bumper trigger
(front MGs), radar, infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to
radar jammer, vehicular computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator
w/ 5 maps, LD radio, extra driver controls, surge protector, fire extinguisher,
HD shocks, galley, tinted/no-paint windows, heavy hitch (20,000 lbs), spoiler
& airdam, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F66, B65, RF63, RB63,
LF63, LB63, TF63, TB63, UF25, UB25. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60
mph+), Top Speed: 135 mph unloaded (100 mph fully-loaded), 25,192 lbs,
$133,046.
Towing Capacity: 14,808 lbs.
Cargo version: Replace passengers w/ side door (RB) and cargo bay (capacity: 20 spaces, 1,004 lbs). Remove 57 points armor. 25,196 lbs, $131,288.
Road Assistance version: Replace passengers w/ side door (RF), winch (4,000-lb capacity), portable shop (4 spaces), 2 mechanics and cargo bay (capacity: 11 spaces, 1,006 lbs). Remove 96 points armor. 25,194 lbs, $134,322.
2045.5 Camel "one hump": Streamlined 40' bus w/ CA frame, x-hvy
chassis, regular truck power plant w/ upgrades, flush-mounted solar panel
TB, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & gunner, 12 passengers, 2 HMGs linked
F, HMG in universal turret TF, 2 linked SDs w/ explosive spikes (1 RB,
1 LB), 2 targeting computers, smart link (turret/front HMGs), bumper trigger
(front HMGs), radar, infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to
radar jammer, vehicular computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator
w/ 5 maps, LD radio, extra driver controls, surge protector, fire extinguisher,
HD shocks, galley, tinted/no-paint windows, heavy hitch (20,000 lbs), spoiler
& airdam, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F41, B40, RF40, RB40,
LF40, LB40, TF40, TB40, UF25, UB25. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60
mph+), Top Speed: 140 mph unloaded (105 mph fully-loaded), 25,188 lbs,
$197,054.
Towing Capacity: 20,000 lbs.
2046 Camel "one hump": Streamlined 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular
truck power plant w/ 2 sets extra power cells, flush-mount solar panel
TB, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & gunner, 12 passengers, 2 VMGs linked
F, 2 VMGs in universal turret TF, 2 linked JDs (1 RB, 1 LB), 2 targeting
computers, smart link (turret/front VMGs), bumper trigger (front VMGs),
radar, infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to radar jammer,
vehicular computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator w/ 5 maps, LD
radio, extra driver controls, surge protector, fire extinguisher, HD shocks,
galley, tninted/no-paint windows, heavy hitch (20,000 lbs), spoiler &
airdam, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F46, B45, RF42, RB42, LF42,
LB24, TF42, TB42, UF25, UB25. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60 mph+),
Top Speed: 135 mph unloaded (100 mph fully-loaded), 25,184 lbs, $127,192.
Towing Capacity: 14,816 lbs.
War Camel "one hump": Streamlined 40' bus w/ CA frame, x-hvy
chassis, regular truck power plant w/ upgrades & 2 sets extra power
cells, flush-mount solar panel TB, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & 3
gunners, 12 MGs linked F, 4 MGs in univeral turret TF, 2 linked SDs w/
explosive spikes (1 RB, 1 LB), 4 hi-res computers, bumper trigger (front
MGs), radar, infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to radar jammer,
vehicular computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator w/ 5 maps, LD
radio, extra driver controls, surge protector, fire extinguisher, HD shocks,
galley, 2-space passenger accomodations, tinted/no-paint windows, heavy
hitch (20,000 lbs), overdrive, spoiler & airdam, 6 10-pt wheelguards,
Sloped Armor: F60, B60, RF59, RB59, LF59, LB59, TF59, TB59, UF25, UB25.
Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60 mph+), Top Speed: 140 mph (160 mph
w/ overdrive), 25,192 lbs, $220,856.
Towing Capacity: 20,000 lbs.
"Two-hump" version: Replace flush-mount solar panel w/ 2-space universal turret TB. Move 2 MGs to back turret. Downgrade front turret to 2 spaces and add 17 points of armor. 25,198 lbs, $219,809.
"No hump" version: Remove front turret and turret MGs. Add flush-mount turret TF and 72 points of armor. Cargo capacity: 8 spaces, 1,000 lbs. 25,188 lbs, $220,524.
2046 War Camel "one hump": Streamlined 40' bus w/ CA frame, x-hvy
chassis, regular truck power plant w/ upgrades & 2 sets extra power
cells, flush-mount solar panel TB, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & 3
gunners, 3 BCs linked F, BC in universal turret TF, 2 linked SDs w/ explosive
spikes (1 RB, 1 LB), 4 hi-res computers, bumper trigger (front BCs), radar,
infrared sighting system, radar detector linked to radar jammer, vehicular
computer (driver), autopilot, computer navigator w/ 5 maps, LD radio, extra
driver controls, surge protector, fire extinguisher, HD shocks, galley,
2-space passenger accomodations, tinted/no-paint windows, heavy hitch (20,000
lbs), overdrive, spoiler & airdam, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor:
F67, B67, RF64, RB64, LF64, LB64, TF64, TB64, UF25, UB25. Acceleration:
2.5/5, HC: 1 (2 at 60 mph+), Top Speed: 140 mph (160 mph w/ overdrive),
25,184 lbs, $220,792.
Towing Capacity: 20,000 lbs, Cargo Capacity: 8 spaces,
1,000 lbs.
Note: All of the Camel designs and variants use the revised heavy hitch as published back in NightMessenger 7/3. Since there was no clarification on spoilers & airdams, they were included on these buses. It seems strange, but it is entirely possible.
Common Camel upgrades: Since most Camels are owned by bus/cargo/repair companies, a common upgrade would be to increase the size of the power plant so that heavier car trailers can be towed. Such upgrades are usually done within the first year after purchase (if not purchased with it installed). Another common upgrade is to upgrade the targeting computers to hi-res.
BATTLE BUS
The tasks assigned to the DKI Battle Bus range from convoy escort to
gang-busting and barricade-crashing. Extensive weaponry, heavy armor and
fully-protected tires make this vehicle a formidable opponent.
Battle Bus: 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck power plant w/ upgrades, 10 FP solid truck tires, driver & 6 gunners, 2 universally-turreted pulse lasers w/ laser batteries (TF & TB), 2 ACs linked F, 4 VMGs (RF, RB, LF, LB), 2 linked SDs w/ 2 extra magazines each corner-mounted RF & RB (all spikes are explosive), MD w/ 2 magazines B (all mines are proximity-fuzed), 3 HrSwcs (turreted lasers/linked ACs), 2 hi-res computers (paired VMGs), radar, bumper trigger (linked ACs), LD radio, tinted/no-paint windows, HD shocks, HD brakes, 6 10-pt FP wheel hubs, 6 10-pt FP wheelguards, Sloped FP Armor: F80 (ram plate), B70, RF55, RB55, LF55, LB55, TF34, TB34, UF25, UB25. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 130 mph, 25,184 lbs, $200,804.
SLEDGE HAMMER
This bus is designed to carry two 5-man fire teams into battle and
provide them with fire support. Never attack a Sledge Hammer from the front.
The tank gun can make short work of even the heaviest armor.
Sledge Hammer: 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck power plant
w/ upgrades, 10 FP solid truck tires, driver & 4 gunners, 10 passengers,
TG w/ 2 extra magazines (1 HESH, 1 APFSDS) F, 2 ACs (RF & LF), 2 pulse
lasers in universal turret TB, laser battery, 4 HrSwcs, radar, tinted/no-paint
windows, assault ramp, HD shocks, 6 10-pt FP wheel hubs, 6 10-pt FP wheelguards,
Sloped FP Armor: F90, B60, RF45, RB45, LF45, LB45, TF30, TB30, UF20, UB20.
Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 130 mph, 25,150 lbs, $153,230.
Cargo Capacity: 1 space, 50 lbs.
BLASTKING
The BlastKing takes the basic design of the BlastLord and expands it
to fill a 30' body. This gives it the room to carry two turrets instead
of one. The armor layout is the same as on the BlastLord.
BlastKing: 30' bus, x-hvy chassis, medium truck power plant,
10 PR truck tires, driver & gunner, 3 BCs w/ HESH ammo linked F, 2
universally-turreted BCs w/ HESH ammo (1 TF, 1 TB), 3 linked SDs w/ incendiary
spikes (1 RB, 1 LB, 1 B) linked to turret TB, 2 hi-res computers, 6 10-pt
wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F50, B50, RF50, RB50, LF50, LB50, TF50, TB50,
UF20, UB20. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 102.5 mph, 18,945 lbs,
$93,640.
Cargo Capacity: 8 spaces, 255 lbs.
BLASTMASTER
The BlastMaster is the final vehicle in the Blast-Bus series from Blaster
Motors. It uses the spacious body of a 40' bus to mount an incredible 5
(!!) blast cannons in the front of the vehicle. This awesome punch can
destroy many smaller vehicles in one shot. Attacking the BlastMaster with
anything less than a tank will just get the agressors killed very quickly.
BlastMaster: 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck power plant,
10 PR truck tires, driver & gunner, 5 BCs w/ HESH ammo linked F, 2
BCs w/ HESH ammo in universal turrets (1 TF, 1 TB), 3 linked SDs w/ incendiary
spikes (1 RB, 1 LB, 1 B) linked to turret TB, 2 hi-res computers, smart
link (front turret/front BCs), LD radio, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor:
F50, B50, RF50, RB50, LF50, LB50, TF50, TB50, UF20, UB20. Acceleration:
2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 122.5 mph, 23,185 lbs, $117,660.
Cargo Capacity: 13 spaces, 2,015 lbs.
LEAD SWARM
This Amex design is named for the blizzard of slugs that the HMGs can
send flying in all directions. The LS has no room for passengers or cargo,
so it is often employed as an escort.
Lead Swarm: Streamlined 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck power plant, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & 2 gunners, 2 universal turrets (TF & TB) w/ 4 HMGs in each (all ammo is HD), BC (F), FCGS w/ 5 extra magazines B, 2 hi-res computers (1 for each gunner), vehicular computer (for driver), IR sighting system, improved fire extinguisher, extra driver controls, tool kit, 2 spare SBPR truck tires, HD shocks, HD brakes, tinted/no-paint windows, Sloped Armor: F66, B45, RF45, RB45, LF45, LB45, TF45, TB45, UF30, UB30. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 135 mph, 25,083 lbs, $135,454.
GUNTOTE
The Guntote is just that, a huge mobile gun carrier bristling with
lethal firepower. A total of 9 VMGs and 2 turreted ACs make for a combination
that is both accurate and deadly. This vehicle's moderate armor is made
up for by the fact that the tires are fully-protected.
Guntote: 30' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck power plant, 10
PR truck tires, driver & 2 gunners, 2 universally-turreted ACs (TF
& TB) w/ 1 extra magazine each, 9 VMGs (1 F, linked pairs RF, RB, LF,
LB), HDFCE (B), 2 SDs w/ explosive spikes (1 RB, 1 LB) linked to HDFCE,
3 hi-res computers, IR sighting system, improved fire extinguisher, x-hvy
QR hitch, HD shocks, tool kit, 10 pts CA on driver, 10 pts CA on each gunner,
10 pts CA on power plant, 10 pts CA on HDFCE, 6 10-pt wheel hubs, 6 10-pt
wheelguards, Armor: F45, B40, RF30, RB30, LF30, LB30, TF30, TB30, UF30,
UB30. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 135 mph (100 mph w/ fully-loaded
trailer), 19,195 lbs, $103,125.
Towing Capacity: 20,000 lbs.
CHARGING BULL
If you don't want to get smashed, stay away from the Charging Bull.
It has very thick front armor and powerful front-mounted weaponry. Although
the CB has no side-mounted weaponry, the twin turreted ACs will keep attackers
away because of the risk to their top armor. Attacking from the rear is
also out of the question because of the three MDs.
Charging Bull: Streamlined 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck
power plant w/ upgrades, 10 solid truck tires, driver & 2 gunners,
2 linked BCs (F) w/ 1 extra magazine each, 2 turreted ACs w/ 1 extra magazine
each (TF & TB), 3 linked MDs (RB, LB, B) w/ 1 extra magazine each (all
mines are napalm), 2 MR smoke rockets B, 2 HrSwcs, vehicular computer,
IR sighting system, improved fire extinguisher, tinted/no-paint windows,
extra driver controls, 2-space crew lounge, HD shocks, HD brakes, x-hvy
QR hitch, 2 pairs oversized vehicle airfoils, 2 spare solid tires, tool
kit, tow bar, 10 pts armor on hitch, 6 10-pt wheel hubs, 6 10-pt wheelguards,
Sloped Armor: F90, B45, RF45, RB45, LF45, LB45, TF50, TB50, UF30, UB30.
Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 142.5 mph (110 mph w/ fully-loaded
trailer), 25,080 lbs, $152,530.
Towing capacity: 20,000 lbs.
HERMES
The Hermes is a well-armored, short-run passenger transport that costs
less than some duelling cars. Its weaponry is light for a vehicle of its
size. Therefore, it will have escorts or travel in numbers in rough areas
of the country.
Hermes: Streamlined 30' bus, x-hvy chassis, 10 PR truck tires, driver, gunner, 6 passengers, 2 universally-turreted RRs w/ 1 extra magazine each (TF & TB), HDOJ w/ extra magazine B, 2 Swcs, IR sighting system, improved fire extinguisher, 1 spare PR tire, HD shocks, 6 10-pt wheel hubs, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F65, B45, RF40, RB40, LF40, LB40, TF45, TB45, UF30, UB30. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 112.5 mph, 19,125 lbs, $69,820.
HEADSTRONG
The Headstrong is a design from Amex intended for drivers who don't
like to stop for anything. A tank gun and a heavy ram plate will make short
work of any vehicle stupid enough not to yield the right-of-way. Tailgaters
must look to their tires as well as their handling as they try to avoid
an unpleasant combination of ice and flung mines.
Headstrong: 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, medium power plant w/ upgrades, 10 PR truck tires, driver & 2 gunners, TG w/ extra magazine F, 2 VMGs w/ HD ammo in universal turret TF, 6 SAMs linked TB, HDID (B), 2 linked MFs corner-mounted RB & LB, 2 Swcs, IR sighting system, magazine switch, improved fire extinguisher, HD shocks, 10 pts CA on driver, 10 pts CA on each gunner, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F60 (ram plate), B40, RF42, RB42, LF42, LB42, TF50, TB40, UF20, UB20. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 100 mph, 22,979 lbs, $99,122.
Option: Upgrade power plant to regular. Remove PCs & SCs. Upgrade tires to solid. TG magazine now loaded w/ APFSDS ammo. Remove VMGs and replace them w/ BC & extra magazine. Add 2 spare solid tires, bulk ammo box for BC, bulk ammo box for TG (standard rounds), 6 10-pt wheel hubs & 35 points of non-front armor. Top Speed: 122.5 mph, $119,862.
PRAIRIE SCHOONER
The Amex Prairie Schooner is a common sight on the mid-western bus
routes. It can transport a total of 9 passengers in well-protected comfort.
The turreted blast cannons are capable of shredding the thin top armor
commonly found on most smaller vehicles.
Prairie Schooner: 40' bus, x-hvy chassis, regular truck power plant, 10 SBPR truck tires, driver & gunner, 9 passengers, VMG w/ explosive ammo F, 2 universally-turreted BCs w/ 1 extra magazine each (all ammo is HESH), FOJ w/ HT ammo B, bulk ammo box (BCs), 2 hi-res computers (gunners), vehicular computer (driver), IR sighting system, long-range radar, extra driver controls, tool kit, 2 spare SBPR tires, 2-space passenger lounge, tinted/no-paint windows, 2 pairs oversized vehicle airfoils, HD shocks, HD brakes, x-hvy QR hitch w/ 10 points armor, 6 10-pt wheel hubs, 6 10-pt wheelguards, Sloped Armor: F64, B45, RF45, RB45, LF45, LB45, TF45, TB45, UF30, UB30. Acceleration: 2.5/5, HC: 1, Top Speed: 122.5 mph (100 mph w/ fully-loaded trailer), 25,087 lbs, $133,466.
Option: Downgrade turrets to 3 spaces each. Replace BCs w/ HVMGs.
Add 2 extra magazines for HVMGs. Bulk ammo box now has 10 rounds HVMG ammo.
Remove 14 points of armor. 25,085 lbs, $131,900.
Towing Capacity: 14,913 lbs.
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