RE: NBC Gear, Harsh Climate Gear, Vacc Suits, Etc

I would suggest that part of the gear issued/worn would depend on the
circumstance.

Body Armor: Would only be worn if combat is expected. But this would
probably be part of standard issued combat uniforms.

NBC Gear: If going into an exposed area or against a enemy that is know
to
use (or suspected to use) NBC agents, NBC gear would be worn. It is also
a
possibility that Light Power Armor would be issued instead of NBC suits
in
this situation. Otherwise, it would be packed/stowed (along with
decontamination agents).

Harsh Climate Clothing: Again, if harsh environmental conditions exitst
(or
ar likely), everyone would be issued this gear. Again, if REALY harsh,
Light
PA may be issued.

Vac Suits: I immagine that the standard issued is now really Light Power
Armor. Vac Suits are as bulky and restrictive as PA, so there is little
benefit in choosing them over PA (cost?). Only Emergency Suits would not
be
PA.

>From my comments, you will probably guess that I think that PA will be
more
common on the battlefield than

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Brian Bell
bkb@beol.net	  
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Thomas.Barclay [SMTP:Thomas.Barclay@sofkin.ca]
> Sent: Monday, February 21, 2000 2:55 PM
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> Subject:	NBC Gear, Harsh Climate Gear, Vacc Suits, Etc
> 
> Hi:
> 
> Quick thought for SG2: How does one quantify the difference between an
> unprotected (and unencumbered) trooper in SG2 and one who is
"protected"?
> This question probably really covers:
>	1) body armour
>	2) NBC gear
>	3) Harsh Climate Clothing
>	4) Vacc Suits
> 
> I omit PA because it is closer to a powered small vehicle than normal
> clothing.
> 
[snip]
> But is should there be penalties for fighting "buttoned up"? Should
vacc
> suit users suffer penalties to ranged fire? movement? Any suggestions
in
> these areas would probably be of some interest to discuss. 
> 
> Thomas Barclay
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