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By AARON SKETCHLEY (aaronsketch@HOTdelete_thisMAIL.com) Ver 1.6 2016.02.09
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VF-1 Valkyrie Upgrades & Varients

VF-1D
The following stats are conversion notes that detail the changes from the base VF-1 Valkyrie stats.

The VF-1D is a two-seater training craft that's used in model conversion training. As the VF-1 is a new fighter for many pilots, the VF-1D was completed for the pilots to adapt to such forms as GERWALK and Battroid, that above all else, they don't have experience with.
The shape when in Fighter is hardly different [from the VF-1], with the exception of the length. The single-seat type's escape/survival unit space has been decreased to make room for the rear seat. Although the nose block was able to be separated, the survivability in the void of space was sacrificed for the addition of the rear seat. Because of this, the VF-1D is mostly limited to operation within the atmosphere.
Consequently, the hastily made D type wasn't able to become the main craft of Training Air Squadrons, and the seat was handed over to the VT-1 Super Ostrich, a dedicated training/patrol plane, that appeared later.
85 VF-1D were produced in total. The prototype in Block 3 (first half of 2007), 60 in Block 4 (late 2007), and 24 in Block 9 (early 2010).

CREW:
Pilot and trainer in Marty & Beck Mk-7 zero/zero ejection seats. Block 5 and earlier machines were upgraded to Block 6 specifications with improved cockpit and Mk-7 Kai ejection seat.

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(VF-1G) VEFR-1 "Funny Chinese" Electronic Warfare Valkyrie

The following stats are conversion notes that detail the changes from the base VF-1 Valkyrie stats.

A two-seat version of the VF-1, with detection and electronic equipment for reconnaissance, ECM, and ECCM missions. It uses various detection devices, and it is possible for the VEFR-1 to use the devices for both ECM (electronic countermeasures, using the electronic systems), and ECCM (Electronic Counter Counter Measures). In addition, it is possible to use the VEFR-1 for close-in support of the unmanned Ghost combat air vehicles. Even though it's various electronic systems can be used in Fighter, in order to fully use its equipment on the battlefield, the VEFR-1 must be in Battroid.
The VEFR-1's mission is to be a radar site alternative when outside of (a fighter's) radar search range, as well as communications relay and early warning and flight control in the airspace of a battlefield. It was developed approximately at the same time as the start of the VF-1A's production. The prototype that was furnished with a roto-dome which was made by remodelling one of the auxiliary YVF-1A prototypes, had its maiden flight in 2008.05.
Similarly to the VF-1D, the VEFR-1's escape/survival unit space is removed, and 2 versions existed: a single-seat type which is set-up with a datalink device with a central control center or superior operations center, and a two-seater type which has an on-board control operator stationed in the additional rear seat.
The VEFR-1 is equipped with such things as a state-of-the-art (at the time) long-range search radar, radar countermeasures devices and data-link devices. It boasted a 600 km detection range and a search target number of 2,500 craft. It is said that the VEFR-1 could control a maximum of 36 VF-1.
Extremely few VEFR-1 type production craft were produced, because the Super Pack implementing VE-1 Elint Seeker was introduced into combat. The VEFR-1 belongs to Block 4, which was assumed to be operated within the atmosphere, so all craft were deployed on Earth. There are presently only 2 craft left, as they were almost completely annihilated during the First Interstellar War.
12 VF-1G were produced in total; all in Block 4 (later half of 2007).

Crew: Pilot (and control operator) in Marty & Beck Mk-7 zero/zero ejection seat. Block 5 and earlier machines were upgraded to Block 6 specifications with improved cockpit and Mk-7 Kai ejection seat.

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ARMAMENTS
No ROV-20, GU-11, or hands (unable to carry hand held weapons or engage in hand-to-hand combat mobes that use hands [no Restrained Punch, Full Strength Punch, "Booster" Punch, or Tear or Pry with Hands].

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Unless otherwise noted, refer to the VE-1 ELINT Seeker stats for details.

OTHER SYSTEMS



VF-1B
The following stats are conversion notes that detail the changes from the base VF-1 Valkyrie stats.

The VF-1A version upgraded by the "Half-S" retrofit (overhauled avionics and S-type head unit).

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VF-1A+(N)
The following stats are conversion notes that detail the changes from the base VF-1 Valkyrie stats.

An updated type of A model due to phased modernization. Block 4 and earlier machines were upgraded to block 5 specifications with improved avionics for space use in Plus upgrade. It was a scheduled program that also replaced the avionics to an enhanced type that conforms to the VF-4.
Even though the externals of the A+ (N) type conform to the A type, because some differences can be seen in the head design when in Battroid, it is possible to instantly distinguish it. The engines have been exchanged to the FF-2008 type. The blade antennas and panel shapes in each part of the airframe have also been exchanged for parts that effect a change in performance.
From 2019, the surviving Block 9~10 airframes were sequentially improved [to the N type].

Crew: Pilot only in Marty & Beck Mk-7kai zero/zero ejection seat and improved cockpit.

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The avionics have been improved for space use; by being exchanged for an enhanced type that conforms to the VF-4.



VF-1J+/S+
The following stats are conversion notes that detail the changes from the base VF-1 Valkyrie stats.

Block 4 and earlier machines were upgraded to block 5 specifications with improved avionics for space use in Plus upgrade. The VF-1J+/S+ program was a scheduled program that also replaced the avionics with an enhanced type that conforms to the VF-4. The engines have been exchanged to the FF-2008 type. The blade antennas and panel shapes in each part of the airframe have also been exchanged for parts that effect a change in performance.
From 2019, a portion of the modernization improvement has been applied to the surviving Block 9~10 airframes, such as the exchange of the engines.

Crew: Pilot only in Marty & Beck Mk-7kai zero/zero ejection seat and improved cockpit.

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The avionics have been improved for space use; by being exchanged for an enhanced type that conforms to the VF-4.



VF-1P Freya Valkyrie
The following stats are conversion notes that detail the changes from the base VF-1X Valkyrie stats.

During the Macross's Earth-return voyage, there were situations were systematically the VF-1 couldn't oppose the tactics of the Zentraadi Forces and there were great losses. In March 2010, the Unified Space Forces analyzed the Zentraadi Forces' tactics and the "Sleipnir Program" was put into the operation. The program updated the VF-1 so that it could oppose the Zentraadi tactics and primarily advanced the enhancement of the VF-1's operational ability outside of the atmosphere as well as raising it's survival rate.
The differences of the VF-1P and VF-1's outward appearance can be easily distinguished from such things as 1) change in the canopy shape (the crown is slightly higher and it's livability has been improved), 2) change in the dorsal shape (it bulges from the installation of thermonuclear reaction batteries), 3) additional warning sensors in the tail end of the tail block, and 4) change in the nozzle shape (the tiptoe is tapered to a point, attaining a stealth cut). The exteriors have also been exchanged so that the panel lines are turned into ones with a stealth cut.
The VF-1P has improved manoeuvrability due to an enhancement of the airframe's stiffness, and it was nimbler in the atmosphere than the unimproved VF-1. Pilots welcomed this increased high-performance that didn't appear in the specs.
In total, 400 VF-1X were newly made or produced from improvements to existing VF-1. Moreover, the VF-1 which have had a part of their fuselage's airframe changed to improve performance, with each part's aeromechanics refined are referred to as the VF-1P; and for an improvement in its stealth performance, the shape of the VF-1's airframe has also been changed to a stealth form when it is possible to do it.
The technology adopted by the P model was obtained by the development experience of the VF-5000. Consequently, the overall performance that the VF-1P acquired, favourably compares to the VF-5000.
Furthermore, because an update request was also submitted by the forces that possess the production block 6 VE-1 Elint Seeker, there's information that improvements corresponding to the X model or P model were implemented to, among the 60 aircraft, the 12 that are in active service [as of 2030].

Development: Shinsei Industry
Variants: VF-1P: further refined variant of the VF-1X

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The avionics have been updated. Such things as the radar, RWS and ECM equipment are adjusted according to the frequency that are used by such things as search radars and sensors that the Zentraadi Forces use.

REFERENCES
  • Palladium Books Game Engine and MDC Rules
  • Macross Chronicle
  • Macross Hobby Handbook
  • Variable Fighter Master File: VF-1 Valkyrie
  • Variable Fighter Master File: VF-1 Valkyrie Space Wings
  • The Macross Compendium VF-1 article

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