Why does the database have multiple entries for the same platform?
The DB2000 has multiple database entries for the same platform to cover all operators, main versions, subversions and weapon configurations. If you access the database or scenario editor you will see that most units have a ‘|’ letter at the end of their name followed by a comment or note that describes each entry. The comment holds information about the service entry year, operator/country, weapon upgrades, and so on. Harpoon 3 has been programmed to ignore everything written after the ‘|’ letter during runtime, and this extra information will only be displayed in the database editor and scenario editor (for the benefit of the scenario/database designers), and not during actual gameplay. For example the unit named “F-14D Tomcat|1998/LANTIRN” will appear as “F-14D Tomcat” during gameplay. The “CG 52 Bunker Hill|2000/SM-2IIIB” will appear as “CG 52 Bunker Hill”. The unit comments suggest this is the year 2000 version of the cruiser and uses the Standard Missile Block IIIB as it’s primary
