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At this point level are there any configurations where a Land Raider Crusader makes sense?

maybe w/ chap and assault terms(w/fc of course) could do well, still a chunk of points(prob. nearly 650-700) but with the rest of the points could build a supporting cast pretty well.

Or could provide transport for an average assault type squad and be mainly used for anti-infantry and fear aspects.

I ran a crusader in an 1850 RTT. I used it to deliver a 5 man Term Assault squad w/chaplain attached. With 6-12 bolter shots (w/reroll), 4 donkey cannon shots (w/reroll), a meltacannon, the ability to assault after disembark (with frag grenade cover) and the Spirit to split fire, the crusader does everything except make coffee. In 1750+ lists, it is great, barring a lascannon or lance hit. My advice is to paint it well and dont be wuss when you field it. Get in there with it, it will get its points back for you. It makes a great centerpiece for painting score and I went 2-1 with the raider dying on turn 4 or 5 in two of the games. Every game it got its points. I also got the best army award as well.