Rotwang
01/06/07 11:59 AM
213.118.81.21
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BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Ostbow OTB-3A
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3060
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 2, Standard design
Mass: 95 tons
Chassis: OST Endo Steel
Power Plant: 380 GM XL XL Fusion
Walking Speed: 43,2 km/h
Maximum Speed: 64,8 km/h
Jump Jets: None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type: Starshield Standard
Armament:
2 Blankenburg 25 ER Large Lasers
2 Imperator-B Autocannon/10s
1 Totschlagen SRM 4
1 Tronel I Small Laser
Manufacturer: Ostmann Industries
Location: Mars
Communications System: Ostmann-L
Targeting & Tracking System: Starlight LX-1
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==Overview:==
The Ostbow was the successor to the Banshee. Designed as a battlefield
superiority mech, the Ostbow was a fast assault mech, designed to keep pace
with heavy class machines.
==Capabilities:==
The Ostbow was Ostman's only foray into the assault mech market, making use of
cutting-edge technology such as an endo steel skeleton and an extra light
engine to boost mobility without sacrificing armour and firepower as was the
case on older mechs such as the Banshee and the Charger.
This advanced technology came at a price. Not only was the Ostbow very
expensive, it was also one of the most complex machines of its day, requiring
more than ten times the maintenance of designs in the same weight class. This
was mostly due to the combination of its unusual rounded shape, unconventional
engine construction and bulky endo steel structure. Though the maintenance
schedules were grueling, the Ostbow was a sound design with very few flaws.
Mounting pairs of autocannon 10 and ER large lasers combined with 13 double
strength heat sinks allowed the Ostbow to lay down a withering barrage of fire
at most ranges except long range. An SRM 4 and small laser provided the short
range punch. Fast and agile for a mech its size it could often dictate the
ranges at which it fought, and with few designs larger and more powerful, the
Ostbow was much feared opponent, much like the later Atlas.
Despite a very successful service record, the Ostbow proved too expensive to
run, even for the Star League's massive resources. At the time the joke was
who hated the Ostbow more, the enemy or the techs.
==Battle History:==
The Ostbow was an effective design and performed extremely well in the Martial
Olympiads and recieved more commendations than any other Battlemech in SLDF
service.
The Ostbow performed equally well in combat. One particular machine held off
a company of light mechs for several hours. At the end of the day, only a
single enemy light mech was still functioning and the Ostbow had exhausted all
its ammo. Some historians believe this exploit gave rise to the claim that
the Atlas could take on a full battalion of light mechs.
Some 280 units were produced after 2551 and remained in service until the
introduction of the Highlander in 2592. A handful remained in service with
particular units or as Nobles' personal mechs, but no Ostbows were reported in
service after 2700.
==Variants:==
The Ostbow's unique design proved hard to alter and no known variations were
produced
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Type/Model: Ostbow OTB-3A
Mass: 95 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 145 pts Endo Steel 14 5,00
(Endo Steel Loc: 5 LA, 5 RA, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Engine: 380 XL Fusion 12 20,50
Walking MP: 4
Running MP: 6
Jumping MP: 0
Heat Sinks: 13 Double [26] 0 3,00
Gyro: 4 4,00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 5 3,00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA+H R: Sh+UA+LA+H 16 ,00
Armor Factor: 288 pts Standard 0 18,00
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 30 44
Center Torso (Rear): 15
L/R Side Torso: 20 29/29
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 10/10
L/R Arm: 16 32/32
L/R Leg: 20 39/39
Weapons and Equipment Loc Heat Ammo Crits Mass
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1 ER Large Laser RA 12 2 5,00
1 ER Large Laser LA 12 2 5,00
1 Autocannon/10 RT 3 40 11 16,00
(Ammo Locations: 2 LT, 2 RT)
1 Autocannon/10 LT 3 7 12,00
1 SRM 4 CT 3 25 2 3,00
(Ammo Locations: 1 CT)
1 Small Laser HD 1 1 ,50
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TOTALS: 34 76 95,00
Crits & Tons Left: 2 ,00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 25.153.278 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1.418
Cost per BV: 17.738,56
Weapon Value: 2.765 / 2.765 (Ratio = 1,95 / 1,95)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 30; MRDmg = 20; LRDmg = 6
BattleForce2: MP: 4, Armor/Structure: 7/4
Damage PB/M/L: 5/3/1, Overheat: 1
Class: MA; Point Value: 14
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KitK
01/06/07 02:40 PM
69.11.32.228
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I put something similar together a while back, but 3025 era and not as fast, so they likely wouldn't function the same. But dual AC10's seem like a fun idea. Mine is also hopefully competion for the Atlas.
http://www.sarna.net/forums/showthreaded...true#Post124279
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Karagin
01/06/07 04:02 PM
70.123.166.36
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Very nice.
The fluff is well done and I like how it gives the mech it's character, do I want to buy this or a Banshee or an Atlas...
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Drasnighta
01/06/07 04:22 PM
24.70.95.203
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Good Design and Excellent Fluff... Your words really allow one to envision the BattleMech in its entirety, including how it would be seen (and derided) in the Mechbay... Personally, I also like how you've tailored the history of the BattleMech so it is, in present day - a lost, or los-tech design...
As for the response from the CEO of Heretic BattleMechs, in the Designs Possible Future Ressurection, would it be possible to shave off some of the Rounded Armour protection (which is great for deflecting hits rather than absorbing them - kudos) to incorporate Cellular Storage for the Autocannon Ammunition? A Great Difference between the Golden Years of the BattleMech and today's Present Armies of the Inner Sphere is how people view the Disposability of the BattleMech - although it was never deemed "Disposable" at any time, anything that allows for Ease of Repair - or at least Quick Salvage - is given higher personal marks by Armed Forces...
(And I am aware of the slight Irony of Protecting the AC ammo, which is likely to be fired off - but leaving the SRM ammo, which is likely to sit unfired for the most part - Perfectly designed BattleMechs are BORING!  )
CEO Heretic BattleMechs.
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Karagin
01/06/07 07:26 PM
70.123.166.36
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Any chance of getting the HMPro file for this one?
 
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
01/16/07 10:50 PM
70.123.166.36
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Cool thanks!
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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