Ammunition · Dock Stamp
Nightshift Kestrel Cartridge Case Dock Pattern
₡1,050
- Physical mass
- 4.082 kg
- Stowed volume
- 0.007 m³
- Measurement
- estimated
- Damage resistance
- DR 8 (estimated)
Rules-ready
3D6 Stats
| Weight | 4.08 kg (9.0 lb) |
|---|---|
| DR | 8 |
| Advantages | None |
| Disadvantages | None |
| Skill bonuses | Uses Armoury (Small Arms) |
- Malf
- 16
- a drop over two yards requires an HT 12 roll; failure imposes Malf. 16 on stored ammunition until Armoury (Small Arms) gauges it
Nightshift Kestrel Cartridge Case Dock Pattern is a hard transit case with isolated cartridge cells, a crush rib, and a seal that shows both opening and pressure loss, intended for cargo locks, dock offices, and short sightlines. The container combines a phosphate-darkened action, ribbed composite shell, and witness-marked fasteners. A dropped case sacrifices its outer corners before the cartridge tray. If the witness ridge turns white, the contents need gauging before they enter a weapon.
Maintenance is inspection rather than tinkering: wipe the contacts, read the heat tab, and quarantine anything swollen, scorched, or wet around the seal.
A permit covers possession, not careless storage. Heat-damaged stock found near a passenger berth can ground a vessel before anyone decides whether it still fires.
Concord arms permit required. Gate transit requires sealed, declared storage.