5/5 stars. An enduring icon.
Background.
Less common than other land raiders thanks to the expense of production, the Spartan nonetheless sees extensive use in all legions. In essence, it is a large transport carrier, while retaining all the benefits of a land raider's ranged arsenal.
Strengths.
An amazing carrying capacity of 26, 14 armour value all round, and a whopping 10 hull points. Las cannon arrays for sponsons, and a more humble twin heavy bolter to the front.
Laser destroyers are tempting for the better strength and AP. The Gravis heavy bolter is maybe weaker but could be fluffy given the fire rate.
Replacing the heavy bolter is to taste and I can see a case for the heavy flamer up close and personal, and the twin las cannon will help with more tank hunting. The pintle weapons can reinforce the role as well. Search lights and hunter killer missiles are entirely optional and to taste.
Weaknesses.
We are in 5/5 territory due to how often it is fielded, its value, and how often it is played. All players need to have a solution to a spartan ultimately and despite the points value you will see them fielded.
Builds.
Spartan with laser destroyers, front twin las cannons (410 points).
A great option for lasering your way across the battlefield and disgorging your passengers at the opportune moment. Take a pintle Multi Melta for extra close up work.
Spartan with gravis heavy bolter batteries (400 points).
A dakka style spartan.
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