BattleMech Technical Readout

Type/Model:    Catapult CPLT-C3 mk 2
Tech:          Inner Sphere / 3050
Config:        Biped BattleMech
Rules:         Level 2, Standard design

Mass:          65 tons
Chassis:       Hollis Mark II Standard
Power Plant:   260 Magna Fusion
Walking Speed: 43.2 km/h
Maximum Speed: 64.8 km/h
Jump Jets:     4 Anderson Propulsion 21 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 120 meters
Armor Type:    Protech 12 Ferro-Fibrous w/ CASE
Armament:      
  1 Luxor Mobile Battery 1 Arrow IV System
  4 Martell Medium Lasers
  1 Apple Churchill 442x TAG TAG
Manufacturer:  Hollis Incorporated
  Location:    Corey
Communications System:  O/P COM-211
Targeting & Tracking System:  O/P 1078

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==Overview:==
     The CPLT-C1 Catapult was produced by Hollis Incorporated in a limited
production run between 2561 and 2563 under a special military contract with
the Star League. It was officially classified as a close-support vehicle,
designed as a second-line defense with strong offensive capabilities. 

     Early models of the Catapult were equipped with no close support weapons,
but the most current versions carry four medium lasers for close support.

     The Catapult, which is used mainly in the Capellan Confederation, does
exist in other Successor State militaries in small numbers.  It is unlikely
that non-Liao Catapults will be earmarked to receive new technology, but the
Capellans are planning a major field refit that will mandate new tactics on
the part of Capellan commanders.  Recovered technology allows Capellan Techs
to improve further on the Catapult's excellent capabilities as a long-range
support 'Mech.


==Capabilities:==
    The original Catapult was equipped with the reliable Holly missile
systems, mounting two racks of 15 LRMs each. This gave the Catapult a range of
nearly 630 meters, capable of destroying an enemy from a long distance without
risking opposing fire.  The Capellan military greatly increased this range
with the Luxor Mobile Battery 1 Arrow IV Missile System, but it was crippled
from the long range roll after firing its meager single ton of ammo.  The
Draconis Combine, having the second largest concentration of the Catapults
during the Succession wars improved upon the initial conception started by
House Liao.

     Yori Mech Works, on Al'Nair, imported the design specs system from the
Capellans and locally manufactured the Luxor Mobile Battery for their
Catapults in place of original Holly LRM-15.  But unlike the Capellans, Yori
Mech works went further and removed five additional heat sinks, replacing the
ten remaining with doubles.  Three additional tons of ammo was added in two
large ammo bays on both sides of the torso for a total of twenty shots,
protected by CASE in the event of internal ammo explosion.  This change
required the reworking of the engine and gyro as well as the reallocation of
the center torso medium lasers to the armsto allow the passage of a 200
kilogram missile.  

     The finishing touch was the replacement of the armor with ProTec 12
Ferro-Fibrous purchased from the Scarorough Manufactures plant (located on
Al'Nair  with Yori Mech Works) and the CASE system, freeing up enough weight
to add include the oddly placed Apple Churchill 442x TAG from Ceres Metals in the left arm (a
condition for the specs of the Luxor Arrow IV, as it helped to stimulate the
Capellan economy).  The TAG was added as an after thought, should it be paired
with another Catapult and one member of the duo needing to scout for the
other.

     On those occasions when the 'Mech is engaged at close range, it is more
than able to defend itself with its four Martell medium lasers. The 'Mech does
lack an effective anti-infantry defense system, however, because it was
designed as a second-line fire-support system. Also, its lack of manipulative
hands is a drawback in close combat situations.

     The Anderson Propulsion 21 jump jets have been a problem for the Catapult
ever since their installation. If used extensively, the system tends to break
its conductive housing. This in turn vents some of the jet exhaust directly
into the 'Mechs interior, leading to overheating. In 2566, the Star League
Quartermaster Corps ordered a recall, but many units never came in to receive
the replacement systems. Some models are therefore equipped with an Anderson
Propulsion 25, which does not share the same design difficulties.

     The 'Mech's emergency pilot escape system is a side-firing escape hatch
instead of the very common roof hatch system. This can cause some damage to
the MechWarrior, but is generally considered safer overall in an emergency
situation.

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Type/Model:    Catapult CPLT-C3 mk 2
Mass:          65 tons

Equipment:                                 Crits    Mass
Int. Struct.:  104 pts Standard              0      6.50
Engine:        260 Fusion                    6     13.50
   Walking MP:   4
   Running MP:   6
   Jumping MP:   4
Heat Sinks:     10 Double [20]               0       .00
Gyro:                                        4      3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors:                5      3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA    R: Sh+UA             12       .00
Armor Factor:  179 pts Ferro-Fibrous        14     10.00
 (Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 4 LA, 5 LT, 2 LL, 2 RL)

                          Internal    Armor
                          Structure   Value
   Head:                      3          9      
   Center Torso:             21         25      
   Center Torso (Rear):                 11      
   L/R Side Torso:           15      19/19      
   L/R Side Torso (Rear):              8/8      
   L/R Arm:                  10      17/17      
   L/R Leg:                  15      23/23      

Weapons and Equipment    Loc  Heat  Ammo   Crits    Mass
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1 Arrow IV System        RA     10   20     19     19.00
  (Ammo Locations: 2 LT, 2 RT)
1 Medium Laser           RA      3           1      1.00
1 TAG                    LA      0           1      1.00
1 Medium Laser           LA      3           1      1.00
1 Medium Laser           RT      3           1      1.00
1 Medium Laser           LT      3           1      1.00
CASE Equipment:          LT     RT           2      1.00
4 Standard Jump Jets:                        4      4.00
 (Jump Jet Loc: 2 LT, 2 RT)
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TOTALS:                         22          71     65.00
Crits & Tons Left:                           7       .00

Calculated Factors:
Total Cost:        6,417,126 C-Bills
Battle Value 2:    1,399 (old BV = 1,234)
Cost per BV2:      4,586.94
Weapon Value:      1,418 / 1,418 (Ratio = 1.01 / 1.01)
Damage Factors:    SRDmg = 25;  MRDmg = 14;  LRDmg = 12
BattleForce2:      MP: 4J,  Armor/Structure: 4/5
                   Damage PB/M/L: 4/3/2,  Overheat: 0
                   Class: MH;  Point Value: 14
                   Specials: tag, artA