Karagin
12/18/01 10:16 PM
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Star League Battlemech Contract #4590-A:
Needed: A mech for front line service, that can stand up to the best weapons on the battlefield and still give as good as it gets. This battlemech must have a top speed of no less 80kph and should not cost no the half as much as the current Shadow Hawk mech, (circa 3050).
The mechs' parts must be from sources that are willing and able to supply the SLDF and will not delay parts do to political problems. Mass of the mech should not exceded 55 tons.
Weapon array and over all setup of the mech is left to each company to settle on, the only requiriment from the SLDF is no Cappllean technology at this time.
Please submit your bids and prototypes as soon as possible.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/18/01 10:58 PM
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Sorry, I don't have my 3050 readout handy. If you can supply me with a hard C-bill price cap, I'll submit a design or two.
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LordChaos
12/18/01 11:36 PM
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Thanks.. it does help. I am even now preparing a group of entries (hey, I'm not a battlemech firm! I'm just an agent representing the interestes in many manufactures!).
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Karagin
12/18/01 11:42 PM
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Both are very much with end the primeters given and I think you have a good mech with each.
Now how about some fluff on and about each?
Karagin
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Karagin
12/18/01 11:43 PM
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Sorry about leaving that out...yes that is the one. 10 million C-bills and some change...
Karagin
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LordChaos
12/18/01 11:50 PM
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Step right up and take a look at the latest and greatest in mech warfare. I present to you some of the leading front line designs currently (or soon to be) available from the many fine mech manufactures I represent.
First, I assume since you wish to avoid any Cappllean tech, you would not be interested in the upgraded VND-5l Vindicator by Ceres Metal Industries?
So, allow me to also point out the SDH-7A and -7K upgrades to the tried and true ShadowHawk from Lang Industries.
And of course there's the ENF-8R Enforcer packaged from Achernar BattleMechs.
(specifications for these mechs can all be found in this forum, or I will repost them under this thread if desired.)
Now, my next posts will present additional new designs, still in the prototyping stage, ether of which we are sure will meet SDLF's requirements. I'm sure that, whichever mech is ultimately declared the contract winner, it will be one from a firm represented by my firm, Chaotic Consulting, Ltd. We look forward to doing business with you.
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Edited by LordChaos (12/18/01 11:52 PM)
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LordChaos
12/18/01 11:53 PM
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ACM(M)-4X
Mass: 55 tons
Chassis: Alliance Endo Steel ACM(M)-4X
Power Plant: Core Tek 275 XL
Cruising Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: 100AFVTA
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor: Armorscale
Armament: 3
1 Gauss Rifle (3 tons ammo)
1 Large Laser
2 Medium Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Unknown
Communications System: Datacom 26
Targeting & Tracking System: Eagle Eye 400 XX
Overview: 5
The ACM(M)-4X is Alliance Defenders Ltd's proposal for
the SLDF's Battlemech Contract #4590-A. The ACM(M)
(Advanced Combat Mech (Medium)) already undergoing
preprototyping (tooling, last minute design changes and
verifications, etc) when the SLDF's request was made.
Type: ACM(M)-4X
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 55
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 3.0
Engine: 275 XL 8.0
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 5
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 184 11.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 18 26
Center Torso (Rear): 9
R/L Torso: 13 19
R/L Torso (Rear): 7
R/L Arm: 9 18
R/L Leg: 13 26
BV : 1847 Cost : 10091793
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
Gauss Rifle RA 7 1 15.0
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
@Gauss Rifle (8) RT 1 0 1.0
@Gauss Rifle (8) RT 1 0 1.0
Medium Laser LA 1 3 1.0
Medium Laser LA 1 3 1.0
Large Laser LA 2 8 5.0
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
(fluff text available if design is chosen).
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LordChaos
12/18/01 11:55 PM
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PBL-1X Pitbull
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: BSW-3A Endo Steel
Power Plant: Magna 250
Cruising Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: GM Jetstar
Jump Capacity: 120 meters
Armor: Grumman-5 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament: 3
1 Holly Long Rang 15-rack
1 Martel Class A Mk II ER Large Laser
3 Martel Class B Mk II ER Medium Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Blue Shot Weapons
Communications System: Army Comm. Class 5
Targeting & Tracking System: Army Comp. Type 29K
Overview: 0
Type: PBL-1X Pitbull
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 50
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 2.5
Engine: 250 12.5
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 4
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 170 FF 9.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 24
Center Torso (Rear): 8
R/L Torso: 12 18
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 8 16
R/L Leg: 12 24
BV : 1325 Cost : 5184501
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
LRM-15 LT 3 5 7.0
@LRM-15 (8) LT 1 0 1.0
@LRM-15 (8) LT 1 0 1.0
ER Large Laser RA 2 12 5.0
ER Medium Laser CT 1 5 1.0
ER Medium Laser CT 1 5 1.0
ER Medium Laser H 1 5 1.0
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
CASE LT 1 0 0.5
Fluff text available if design is chosen (or if said text is needed). Some may note a similarity to my SDH-7A ShadowHawk upgrade.
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Karagin
12/18/01 11:56 PM
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Take your time. I do like the mechs and will add the stats to the file I am working for this...
Karagin
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Karagin
12/18/01 11:58 PM
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Please post the stats to the mechs you mentioned above.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:02 AM
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Gladius
Mass: 45 tons
Chassis: Standard
Power Plant: VOX 225 XL
Cruising Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: 5
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor: Standard
Armament: 3
1 LB10X
3 Medium Lasers
4 Small Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Unknown
Communications System: Unknown
Targeting & Tracking System: Unknown
Overview: 8
The Gladius is a fairly new design for the Marian
Hegemony. Little is known at this time beyond it's
existance and battlefield reports from a single instance of
use. Official designation, design and manurfacturing firms,
exact equipment carried - all unknown at this time. Further
research in the specifics of this design is recomended, as
it shows it's self to be a capible (though not overwelmingly
so) design.
Type: Gladius
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 45
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: 4.5
Engine: 225 XL 5.0
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 5
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 144 9.0
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 14 20
Center Torso (Rear): 7
R/L Torso: 11 15
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 7 13
R/L Leg: 11 20
BV : 1181 Cost : 7343090
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LT 1 0 0.5
LB 10-X AC RA 6 2 11.0
@LB 10-X AC (10) RA 1 0 1.0
@LB 10-X AC (10) RA 1 0 1.0
Medium Laser LA 1 3 1.0
Medium Laser LA 1 3 1.0
Medium Laser LA 1 3 1.0
Small Laser LT 1 1 0.5
Small Laser RT 1 1 0.5
Small Laser RT 1 1 0.5
Small Laser LT 1 1 0.5
(if required, I'll fill in the "unknowns").
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:02 AM
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Interesting, this mech seems to cover the bases as given in the contract.
Karagin
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:02 AM
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SHD-7A Shadow Hawk
Mass: 55 tons
Chassis: Lang T4 Endo Steel
Power Plant: Core Tek 275
Cruising Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: Pitban LFT-50
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor: Maxmillian 430 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament: 4
1 Martel Model 5X ER Medium Laser
1 Martel Model 8X ER Large Laser
1 Holly Short Range Streak 4-rack
1 Holly Long Range Missle 15-Rack
Manufacturer(s): 1
Lang Industries Inc.
Communications System: O/P 300 COMSET
Targeting & Tracking System: O/P 2000A
Overview: 13
The original upgrade of the venrible ShadowHawk, while
adiquate, left something to be desired. With newer, more
capible models coming off the line, Lang Industries found
that sales of the SHD-5M had fallen to almost nil.
Designers went back to the drawing board, bringing with
them battlefiled data from after action reports. Stripping
the basic SHD chasis bare, they started in fresh with an
eye toward what Mechwarriors had been complaining
about. The resulting mech stayed true to the original jack
of all trades design, but greatly enhanced all around
performance. Currently undergoing limited field testing to
determine it's combat value, the SDH-7A shows excellent
promise.
Type: SHD-7A Shadow Hawk
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 55
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 3.0
Engine: 275 15.5
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 5
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 170 FF 9.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 18 27
Center Torso (Rear): 8
R/L Torso: 13 20
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 9 18
R/L Leg: 13 19
BV : 1347 Cost : 5710408
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LT 1 0 0.5
ER Large Laser LT 2 12 5.0
ER Medium Laser RA 1 5 1.0
Streak SRM-4 H 1 3 3.0
@Streak SRM-4 (25) RT 1 0 1.0
LRM-15 RT 3 5 7.0
@LRM-15 (8) RT 1 0 1.0
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:03 AM
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SHD-7K Shadow Hawk
Mass: 55 tons
Chassis: Lang T4 Endo Steel
Power Plant: Core Tek 275
Cruising Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: Pitban LFT-50
Jump Capacity: 90 meters
Armor: Maxmillian 430 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament: 4
1 Martel Model 5X ER Medium Laser
1 Donel Mk2 ER PPC
1 Holly Short Range Streak 4-rack
1 Holly Long Range Missle 10-Rack
Manufacturer(s): 1
Lang Industries Inc.
Communications System: O/P 300 COMSET
Targeting & Tracking System: O/P 2000A
Overview: 12
A Kurita varrient of the new SHD-7A, the -7K continues
their tradition of using PPCs. Downgrading the long range
missle rack to a Holly 10-rack provided the ability to
replace the Martel ER Large Laser with the new Donel ER
PPC. Additionaly, Kurita engineers removed 2 of the
mech's original 5 jump jets to strengthn the armor (mostly
for the legs).
A second potential varient exists in a design study (unable
to confirm construction as of yet) that downgrades the
Holly SSRM-4 rack to a -2 rack and adds the Artimis fire
control system to the LRM rack.
Type: SHD-7K Shadow Hawk
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 55
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 3.0
Engine: 275 15.5
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 3
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 188 FF 10.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 18 28
Center Torso (Rear): 8
R/L Torso: 13 20
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 9 18
R/L Leg: 13 26
BV : 1309 Cost : 5507358
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LT 1 0 0.5
ER Medium Laser RA 1 5 1.0
Streak SRM-4 H 1 3 3.0
@Streak SRM-4 (25) RT 1 0 1.0
ER PPC LT 3 15 7.0
LRM-10 RT 2 4 5.0
@LRM-10 (12) RT 1 0 1.0
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:03 AM
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VND-5L Vindicator
Mass: 45 tons
Chassis: Ceresplex IV-Endo Steel
Power Plant: GM 180
Cruising Speed: 43.2 km/h
Maximum Speed: 64.8 km/h
Jump Jets: Anderson Propulsion 30
Jump Capacity: 120 meters
Armor: Starshield
Armament: 3
1 CeresArms Smasher-II ER PPC
1 Sian/Ceres jaguar LRM-15 System
2 CeresArms Medium Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Ceres Metals Industries
Communications System: CeresCom Model 21-Rs
Targeting & Tracking System: C-Apple Churchill
Overview: 22
When CMI originaly upgraded the Vindicator with
recovered technologies, they did so haphazardly. Pressed
for time, they plugged in recovered tech without detailed
analasis of what was realy needed. The -5L rectifies that
situation. Going back to the original mission requirements,
they looked at the -3L model with an eye toward
improvement. The ER-PPC was an obvious keeper, as
were the new heat sinks. However, they realized they
didn't NEED as many as they had installed, and stripped
the excess. Also, the medium pulse laser turned out to be
a failure. While not a poor weapon, the Vindicator lacked
the ability to use it to it's potential, as it conflicted with it's
other weapon systems. Returning to the older model
medium lasers was called for. A second such laser was
placed on the Vindicators left arm, providing additional
close in support. Additionaly, the CMI engineers realized
they had enough space in the chasis to use the new
endosteel technologies. While bulkier, this new chasis
was much lighter. Finaly, using the accrued weight
savings, the CMI engineers upgraded teh LRM system
from a 5 rack to a 15 rack system, granting the -5L entirely
new battlefield uses.
Type: VND-5L Vindicator
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 45
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 2.5
Engine: 180 7.0
Walking MP: 4
Running MP: 6
Jumping MP: 4
Heat Sinks: 12 [24] 2
Gyro: 2
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 144 9.0
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 14 20
Center Torso (Rear): 7
R/L Torso: 11 16
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 7 14
R/L Leg: 11 18
BV : 1194 Cost : 3821040
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
LRM-15 LT 3 5 7.0
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
@LRM-15 (8) RT 1 0 1.0
ER PPC RA 3 15 7.0
Medium Laser LA 1 3 1.0
Medium Laser H 1 3 1.0
CASE RT 1 0 0.5
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:04 AM
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ENF-8R Enforcer
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: Dorwinion Standard 55T Endo Steel
Power Plant: Nissan 200
Cruising Speed: 43.2 km/h
Maximum Speed: 64.8 km/h
Jump Jets: McCloud Specials
Jump Capacity: 120 meters
Armor: Starshield
Armament: 3
1 Federated LB-X Autocannon
1 ChisComp 88 Special ER Large Laser
2 ChisComp 44 Special ER Medium Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Achernar BattleMechs
Communications System: Achernar Electronics HICS-11
Targeting & Tracking System: Federated Hunter
Overview: 23
After action reports showed that the -5D Enforcer upgrade
had a lower battlefield life expentency then it's
predicessor, the -4M. A 4 month research effort was put
into motion to find out why. Everything pointed to the -5D
being measurably better in every way, but combat apeared
to disagree. Finaly, it was tracked down the the XL
engine installation. While this allowed increased
movement and weapon loadout, it proved time and time
again to be a critical weakness as it could not be
protected by as heavy of armor. Hense, Achernar
BattleMechs redesigned the model. The new LB-X
autocannon was a success, as well as the Er Large Laser,
so both were kept. The small laser had proven totaly
useless, and so was scrapped. To make room for heavier
armor, the new chasis incorperated EndoSteel
technologies. This allowed the new design to cary even
more armor then the orginal, making it as well armored as it
could be. Additionaly, the newer "freezers" were installed,
freeing up additional tonnage used to mount a new (to this
class) weapon system - a pair of ER Medium Lasers.
overall, the new mech shows promise in testings, with
greater survivability then the original and better firepower
then the "upgrade".
Type: ENF-8R Enforcer
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 50
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 2.5
Engine: 200 8.5
Walking MP: 4
Running MP: 6
Jumping MP: 4
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 2
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 168 10.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 23
Center Torso (Rear): 8
R/L Torso: 12 18
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 8 16
R/L Leg: 12 24
BV : 1252 Cost : 4526501
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
ER Large Laser LA 2 12 5.0
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
LB 10-X AC RA 6 2 11.0
@LB 10-X AC (10) RT 1 0 1.0
@LB 10-X AC (10) RT 1 0 1.0
@LB 10-X AC (10) RT 1 0 1.0
ER Medium Laser CT 1 5 1.0
ER Medium Laser CT 1 5 1.0
CASE RT 1 0 0.5
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:05 AM
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At this time the Star League has not offically recongized the Marian Hegemony as an offical government do to it's recent occupation and illegale take over of the Lothian League.
So we must regrett that we have to pass on this submission at this time.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:05 AM
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And the thing is, outside of a few modifications to the (in some cases slim) fluff text, all these designs already existed on my HDD.... :) (you could say I like the size).
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:07 AM
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That's sorta a good thing... I'm still not sure about that design...
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:08 AM
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Noted that from the given fluff text.
Karagin
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:18 AM
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Given the recent actions by the former First Lord and the resulting war between the St. Ives Compact and the Capllean Confederation, the SLDF has taken steps to cut purchases of equipment and supplies from the Confederation until as such time as we feel they have made amens for their actions.
While the idea of field upgrades, if possible, to current Vindicators already in the ranks of the SLDF are welcome, buying new war machines from the Confederation is something we are not inclined to do at this time.
Karagin
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 12:19 AM
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Alright, Karagin....
Try this one.
BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113X
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3062
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 2, Standard design
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: Cybertech 81 Endo Steel
Power Plant: 300 Cybertech Fusion
Walking Speed: 64.8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 97.2 km/h
Jump Jets: None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type: Cybertech FF18 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
2 Cybertech ERL12 ER Large Lasers
1 Cybertech Defender Anti-Missile System
Manufacturer: Cybertech
Location: None
Communications System: Cybertech b13
Targeting & Tracking System: Cybertech TT205
==Overview:==
Designed in response to Star League contract #4590-A, Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 is presently untested and awaiting review by Cybertech field test units. All parts are produced in-house at Cybertech facilities in each of the major houses.
==Capabilities:==
The CY-113X exceeds specifications for speed and has heavy armor for its class. It uses numerous advanced technologies, but comes in under the five million C-Bill mark. In its standard configuration, it is fitted with two Extended Range Large Lasers and an Anti-Missile system, giving it good offensive and defensive capabilities.
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Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113X
Mass: 50 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 83 pts Endo Steel 14 2.50
(Endo Steel Loc: 2 LA, 2 RA, 5 LT, 5 RT)
Engine: 300 6 19.00
Walking MP: 6
Running MP: 9
Jumping MP: 0
Heat Sinks: 12 Double [24] 0 2.00
Gyro: 4 3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 5 3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA R: Sh+UA+LA 14 .00
Armor Factor: 161 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 9.00
(Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 2 LA, 2 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 26
Center Torso (Rear): 6
L/R Side Torso: 12 20/20
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 4/4
L/R Arm: 8 16/16
L/R Leg: 12 20/20
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 Anti-Missile System CT 1 12 2 1.50
(Ammo Locations: 1 LT)
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TOTALS: 25 63 50.00
Crits & Tons Left: 15 .00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 4,851,000 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1,118
Cost per BV: 4,339.0
Weapon Value: 1,106 / 1,106 (Ratio = .99 / .99)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 15; MRDmg = 12; LRDmg = 5
BattleForce2: MP: 6, Armor/Structure: 4/4
Damage PB/M/L: 3/2/2, Overheat: 0
Class: MM; Point Value: 11
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:22 AM
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Interesting, could it be possible for jump jets to be fitted on this mech prior to the trials?
Karagin
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:23 AM
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A last one, specificly designed for this contract.
MGM-44 Magnum
Mass: 55 tons
Chassis: BI-M-4 Endo Steel
Power Plant: Core Tek 275
Cruising Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor: Durallex Medium Ferro-Fibrous
Armament: 3
1 S&W ER-PPC
2 Holly Short Range 6-Rack (Streak) @15 rounds
3 Martel Mod B Medium Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Bowie Industries
Communications System: Easy Talk 2
Targeting & Tracking System: Federated Hunter Mark II
Overview: 11
Designed explicitly to meet the requirements of the SDLF's
Battlemech Contract #4590-A:, the MGM-44 is a
comprimise between high firepower, high survivability, and
low cost. The MGM's short range punch is quite
impressive for it's size, but it's weaker long range punch
and lack of jump capacity limite deployment options in the
eyes of some generals. Whether or not the SLDF's
procurment board sees the same problems is unknown at
this time. Bowie Industries, however, is "betting the
house" on this design, as it's failure could result in BI being
forced to liquidate some assets to stay in business.
Type: MGM-44 Magnum
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 55
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: ES 3.0
Engine: 275 15.5
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 0
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 179 FF 10.0
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 18 27
Center Torso (Rear): 9
R/L Torso: 13 19
R/L Torso (Rear): 6
R/L Arm: 9 18
R/L Leg: 13 24
BV : 1284 Cost : 5508908
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
Streak SRM-6 RT 2 4 4.5
Streak SRM-6 RT 2 4 4.5
@Streak SRM-6 (15) RT 1 0 1.0
ER PPC LA 3 15 7.0
Medium Laser LT 1 3 1.0
Medium Laser LT 1 3 1.0
Medium Laser LT 1 3 1.0
CASE RT 1 0 0.5
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:25 AM
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Very impressive, now how many of these can Bowie produce a month?
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:25 AM
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1 correction. The specs state 3 tons of ammo for the gauss rifle. The correct ammount is 2. I dropped a ton doing last minute modifications, and forgot to change that on the "weapon list".
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
12/19/01 12:26 AM
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Change noted. And corrected.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:26 AM
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I would assume that they could produce any (realistic) number required by the SLDF if they were given sufficent notice to expand construction facilities and were insured prompt payment.
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 12:46 AM
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I'd probably have to slow it down or drop the AMS and some armor, but it can be done.
Which would you prefer?
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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LordChaos
12/19/01 12:54 AM
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We do have a field upgrade kit that brings the standard VND-3L up to the following standards :
VND-3L-II Vindicator
Mass: 45 tons
Chassis: Standard
Power Plant: GM 180
Cruising Speed: 43.2 km/h
Maximum Speed: 64.8 km/h
Jump Jets: None
Jump Capacity: 120 meters
Armor: Standard
Armament: 3
1 Smasher Type II ER-PPC
1 Holly 15-rack long range missle system @ 8 rounds w/ case
3 Conventry Mk II ER-Small Lasers
Manufacturer(s): 1
Unknown
Communications System: Unknown
Targeting & Tracking System: Unknown
Overview: 0
Type: VND-3L-II Vindicator
Technology Base: Inner Sphere Level 2 Custom
Tonnage: 45
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: 4.5
Engine: 180 7.0
Walking MP: 4
Running MP: 6
Jumping MP: 4
Heat Sinks: 10 [20] 0
Gyro: 2
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 152 9.5
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 14 20
Center Torso (Rear): 7
R/L Torso: 11 17
R/L Torso (Rear): 5
R/L Arm: 7 14
R/L Leg: 11 22
BV : 1082 Cost : 3665528
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Heat Mass
ER PPC RA 3 15 7.0
LRM-15 LT 3 5 7.0
@LRM-15 (8) RT 1 0 1.0
ER Small Laser H 1 2 0.5
ER Small Laser RT 1 2 0.5
ER Small Laser LT 1 2 0.5
Jump Jet(s) RL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) LL 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
Jump Jet(s) CT 1 0 0.5
CASE RT 1 0 0.5
The cost of this as an field upgrade kit is ~400,000c-bills for parts (assuming return of removed parts) or ~600,000c-bills for parts and labor (again, assuming return of removed/replaced parts). If return of the removed/replaced parts in not desireble, cost will, of course, increase.
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:04 AM
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If you could get the jets on there and not cut firepower that would be the best bet...
Is there a chance of a variant without the AMS or is the AMS a part of mech's over all design flow?
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 01:05 AM
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I can lose the AMS. I can get limited (3) Jump cap out of that if you want.
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:06 AM
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This maybe something we (the SLDF Procurement Board and Quatermaster Corps) might consider until a proper design is picked to fill the needed role as per the open contract.
This would of course be a tempoary measure and more of a stop gap till the above mech is found.
Could the refits be done at SLDF bases or not?
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:07 AM
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Was hoping for 5-8-5 at the least, will have to review it again without the idea of jump jets.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 01:11 AM
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BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XA
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3062
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 2, Standard design
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: Cybertech 81 Endo Steel
Power Plant: 300 Cybertech Fusion
Walking Speed: 64.8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 97.2 km/h
Jump Jets: 4 Cybertech LFT-554 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 120 meters
Armor Type: Cybertech FF18 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
2 Cybertech ERL12 ER Large Lasers
Manufacturer: Cybertech
Location: None
Communications System: Cybertech b13
Targeting & Tracking System: Cybertech TT205
==Overview:==
Designed in response to Star League contract #4590-A, Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 is presently untested and awaiting review by Cybertech field test units. All parts are produced in-house at Cybertech facilities in each of the major houses.
==Capabilities:==
The CY-113XA exceeds specifications for speed and has respectable armor for its class. It uses numerous advanced technologies, but comes in under the five million C-Bill mark. In its standard configuration, it is fitted with two Extended Range Large Lasers, which give it good offensive capability. This model has been retrofitted with a Cybertech LFT-554 Jump Jet system to comply with the requests of the Star League review panel.
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Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XA
Mass: 50 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 83 pts Endo Steel 14 2.50
(Endo Steel Loc: 2 LA, 2 RA, 5 LT, 5 RT)
Engine: 300 6 19.00
Walking MP: 6
Running MP: 9
Jumping MP: 4
Heat Sinks: 12 Double [24] 0 2.00
Gyro: 4 3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 5 3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA R: Sh+UA+LA 14 .00
Armor Factor: 152 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 8.50
(Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 2 LA, 2 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 25
Center Torso (Rear): 6
L/R Side Torso: 12 20/20
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 4/4
L/R Arm: 8 16/16
L/R Leg: 12 16/16
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
4 Standard Jump Jets: 4 2.00
(Jump Jet Loc: 2 LT, 2 RT)
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TOTALS: 24 65 50.00
Crits & Tons Left: 13 .00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 4,923,000 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1,208
Cost per BV: 4,075.33
Weapon Value: 1,015 / 1,015 (Ratio = .84 / .84)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 15; MRDmg = 12; LRDmg = 5
BattleForce2: MP: 6, Armor/Structure: 4/4
Damage PB/M/L: 3/2/2, Overheat: 0
Class: MM; Point Value: 12
6-9-4 work for you?
I could also delve into level 3 tech, if you'd like. More on that later.
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:14 AM
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This version does give it a better over all chance. This meets the requirments as given.
What did you have in mind for Level 3? If you want to post a level 3 version please keep it with in reason, nothing that makes it an ubermech....
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 01:16 AM
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Refits can be done at any facility that has a full mech repair capability (there's some internal recabling done for power, as well as the removel of several heat sinks). Additionaly, any competent tech should be able of installing the upgrade components assuming they can follow dirrections.
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:21 AM
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Please note that upon reciving and weighing in the SDH-7A, it was found to be .5tons under weight. (HMPro says it is).
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 01:22 AM
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Though I didn't want to break the 5 million mark...
BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XB
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3062
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 3, Standard design
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: Cybertech 81 Endo Steel
Power Plant: 300 Cybertech Fusion
Walking Speed: 64.8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 97.2 km/h
Jump Jets: 6 Cybertech LFT-556 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 180 meters
Armor Type: Cybertech FF18 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
2 Cybertech ERL12 ER Large Lasers
Manufacturer: Cybertech
Location: None
Communications System: Cybertech b13
Targeting & Tracking System: Cybertech TT205
==Overview:==
Designed in response to Star League contract #4590-A, Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 is presently untested and awaiting review by Cybertech field test units. All parts are produced in-house at Cybertech facilities in each of the major houses.
==Capabilities:==
The CY-113XB exceeds specifications for speed and has respectable armor for its class. It uses numerous advanced technologies, but comes in just over the five million C-Bill mark. In its standard configuration it is fitted with two Extended Range Large Lasers, which give it good offensive capability. This model has been retrofitted with a Cybertech LFT-556 Jump Jet system to comply with the requests of the Star League review panel.
This model has also been retrofitted with a special lightweight cockpit, with no accomodation for passengers. The Star League review panel should be aware that space will be tight, but that it should present no problems to the lone mechwarrior.
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Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XA
Mass: 50 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 83 pts Endo Steel 14 2.50
(Endo Steel Loc: 1 HD, 3 LA, 3 RA, 3 LT, 3 RT, 1 CT)
Engine: 300 6 19.00
Walking MP: 6
Running MP: 9
Jumping MP: 6
Heat Sinks: 12 Double [24] 0 2.00
Gyro: 4 3.00
Small Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 4 2.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA R: Sh+UA+LA 14 .00
Armor Factor: 152 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 8.50
(Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 2 LA, 2 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 25
Center Torso (Rear): 6
L/R Side Torso: 12 20/20
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 4/4
L/R Arm: 8 16/16
L/R Leg: 12 16/16
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
6 Standard Jump Jets: 6 3.00
(Jump Jet Loc: 3 LT, 3 RT)
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TOTALS: 24 66 50.00
Crits & Tons Left: 12 .00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 5,185,500 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1,195
Cost per BV: 4,339.33
Weapon Value: 947 / 947 (Ratio = .79 / .79)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 15; MRDmg = 12; LRDmg = 5
BattleForce2: MP: 6J, Armor/Structure: 4/4
Damage PB/M/L: 2/1/1, Overheat: 1
Class: MM; Point Value: 12
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 01:28 AM
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6-9-5 with up-armored legs from the A or B
BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XC
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3062
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 3, Standard design
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: Cybertech 81 Endo Steel
Power Plant: 300 Cybertech Fusion
Walking Speed: 64.8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 97.2 km/h
Jump Jets: 5 Cybertech LFT-555 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor Type: Cybertech FF18 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
2 Cybertech ERL12 ER Large Lasers
Manufacturer: Cybertech
Location: None
Communications System: Cybertech b13
Targeting & Tracking System: Cybertech TT205
==Overview:==
Designed in response to Star League contract #4590-A, Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 is presently untested and awaiting review by Cybertech field test units. All parts are produced in-house at Cybertech facilities in each of the major houses.
==Capabilities:==
The CY-113XC exceeds specifications for speed and has heavy armor for its class. It uses numerous advanced technologies, but comes in just over the five million C-Bill mark. In its standard configuration it is fitted with two Extended Range Large Lasers, which give it good offensive capability. This model has been retrofitted with a Cybertech LFT-555 Jump Jet system to comply with the requests of the Star League review panel.
This model has also been retrofitted with a special lightweight cockpit, with no accomodation for passengers. The Star League review panel should be aware that space will be tight, but that it should present no problems to the lone mechwarrior.
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Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XC
Mass: 50 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 83 pts Endo Steel 14 2.50
(Endo Steel Loc: 1 HD, 3 LA, 3 RA, 3 LT, 3 RT, 1 CT)
Engine: 300 6 19.00
Walking MP: 6
Running MP: 9
Jumping MP: 5
Heat Sinks: 12 Double [24] 0 2.00
Gyro: 4 3.00
Small Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 4 2.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA R: Sh+UA+LA 14 .00
Armor Factor: 160 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 9.00
(Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 2 LA, 2 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 25
Center Torso (Rear): 6
L/R Side Torso: 12 20/20
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 4/4
L/R Arm: 8 16/16
L/R Leg: 12 20/20
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
5 Standard Jump Jets: 5 2.50
(Jump Jet Loc: 2 LT, 3 RT)
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TOTALS: 24 65 50.00
Crits & Tons Left: 13 .00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 5,035,500 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1,191
Cost per BV: 4,227.96
Weapon Value: 1,021 / 1,021 (Ratio = .86 / .86)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 15; MRDmg = 12; LRDmg = 5
BattleForce2: MP: 6, Armor/Structure: 4/4
Damage PB/M/L: 3/2/2, Overheat: 0
Class: MM; Point Value: 12
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:29 AM
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This version meets the set standards even with the use of the compact cockpit. The review panel will be sure to have an eye on this one.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 01:30 AM
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Cost is a serious limitation with this design, and the only reason I had to go level 3. I was actually considering a Light Engine, but it didn't work out. (It might have, had I chosen to use it exclusively, but that kind of busted the concept of a cheap but high-tech 'Mech.)
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:32 AM
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Interesting, the loss of 10 meters of jumping doesn't seem to effect the over useage of this machine, the finial testing should show if it is passiable idea or not.
6 told entries for the contract...this should be interesting.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:33 AM
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You do have 10 million cbill cap to work with...
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:42 AM
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Currently we are statisfied with the recent model of the Enforcer. Though we may be interested in testing a few of these out on the off chance that the current situation changes in the Federated Commonwealth and we can again have access to uninterupted supply lines for the Enforcer.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:45 AM
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This version is also .5 tons Underweight.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
12/19/01 01:50 AM
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Review:
The Pitbull has impressive medium to short range firepower it lacks a ranged weapon that gives a heafty punch. We, the SLDF Testing Commitee feel that this mech does not meet the stated requirements of the contract.
We do how ever feel that the mech has use as fast scout hunter though and recommend that it be looked at for use in that role.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Bob_Richter
12/19/01 01:52 AM
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....here's a higher-cost higher-performance model.
BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XAA
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3062
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 2, Standard design
Mass: 50 tons
Chassis: Cybertech 81 Endo Steel
Power Plant: 300 Cybertech/Defiance Light Fusion
Walking Speed: 64.8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 97.2 km/h
Jump Jets: 6 Cybertech LFT-556 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 180 meters
Armor Type: Cybertech FF18 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
2 Cybertech ERL12 ER Large Lasers
2 ER Medium Lasers
2 ER Small Lasers
Manufacturer: Cybertech
Location: None
Communications System: Cybertech b13
Targeting & Tracking System: Cybertech TT205
==Overview:==
Designed in response to Star League contract #4590-A, Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 is presently untested and awaiting review by Cybertech field test units. All parts are produced in-house at Cybertech facilities in each of the major houses.
==Capabilities:==
The CY-113XAA exceeds specifications for speed and has heavy armor for its class. It uses numerous advanced technologies, but comes in at a mere 8.5 million C-Bills. In its standard configuration it is fitted with two Extended Range Large Lasers, which give it good long range firepower. These weapons are supplimented by Medium and Small Extended Range Lasers for greater close-range power.
This model is also fitted with a Cybertech/Defiance Lightweight engine, a compromise between the extralight engine's power and the standard engine's survivability.
Cybertech LFT-556 Jump Jets round out the design.
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Type/Model: Cybertech Battlemech Prototype 113 CY-113XAA
Mass: 50 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 83 pts Endo Steel 14 2.50
(Endo Steel Loc: 4 LA, 3 RA, 3 LT, 3 RT, 1 CT)
Engine: 300 Light 10 14.50
Walking MP: 6
Running MP: 9
Jumping MP: 6
Heat Sinks: 12 Double [24] 0 2.00
Gyro: 4 3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 5 3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA R: Sh+UA+LA 14 .00
Armor Factor: 161 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 9.00
(Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 2 LA, 2 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 16 26
Center Torso (Rear): 6
L/R Side Torso: 12 20/20
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 4/4
L/R Arm: 8 16/16
L/R Leg: 12 20/20
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 ER Medium Laser RT 5 1 1.00
1 ER Small Laser RT 2 1 .50
1 ER Medium Laser LT 5 1 1.00
1 ER Small Laser LT 2 1 .50
6 Standard Jump Jets: 6 3.00
(Jump Jet Loc: 3 LT, 3 RT)
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TOTALS: 38 75 50.00
Crits & Tons Left: 3 .00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 8,511,750 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1,335
Cost per BV: 6,375.84
Weapon Value: 1,079 / 1,079 (Ratio = .81 / .81)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 19; MRDmg = 12; LRDmg = 5
BattleForce2: MP: 6J, Armor/Structure: 4/3
Damage PB/M/L: 3/2/1, Overheat: 1
Class: MM; Point Value: 13
-Bob (The Magnificent) Richter
Assertions made in this post are the humble opinion of Bob.
They are not necessarily statements of fact or decrees from God Himself, unless explicitly and seriously stated to be so.
:)
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Karagin
12/19/01 02:10 AM
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We have three models here that are focused around the standard ER Large Laser as the main weapon of choice. Which is a very good one to go with since it does keep the heat down as well as cost.
All three come with in the given price range and each has it's given area of usage. The comittee feels that to be fair one of each version, or revised version, should be submitted to the testing area as to allow for an overall testing and fairness.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 11:11 AM
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CASE, RT. Not listed currently due to an error in creation. But it is there.
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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LordChaos
12/19/01 11:13 AM
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Again, CASE, RT. Not listed due to an error in creation, but present in the actual design.
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Nightward
12/20/01 12:02 AM
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DATE: 10/9/2755
TO: SLDF Dept. of the Quartermaster, Geneva, Terra.
FROM: Skobel ‘MechWorks, Vladivostock
RE: Star League BattleMech Contract #4590-A
To whom it may concern,
We believe that Skobel ‘MechWorks of Terra is the company for which you are looking. Since our factories are all located on Terra, in the heart of the Star League, we will be able to supply you with our BattleMechs without concerns of blockade actions, trade union disputes, or internal politicking. We have identified one of the BattleMechs currently being investigated at our firm with computer simulations, the MEG-X Megaera as being a concept model which answers your design requirements quite well. We have sent the design specifications to you for review per your request.
Type: MEG-X Megaera
Technology Base: Inner Sphere, Star League 2750
Mass: 50 Tons
Chassis: MEG Endo Steel
Power Plant: Skobel 250
Cruising Speed: 54.0 kph
Maximum Speed: 86.4 kph
Jump Jets: Skobel Model 2s
Jump Capacity: 150 Metres
Armour: ALM Compound 2 with CASE
Armament:
1 Blakenburg Technologies ER Large Laser
4 Blakenburg Technologies Medium Lasers
2 Holly SRM-2s
Communications System: Skobel Model KBL-XRS8
Targeting and Tracking System: Skobel Model FLG-KNR-b
Primary Manufacturer: Skobel ‘MechWorks
Primary Factory: Vladivostock (Russia)
OVERVIEW
Megaera was one of the three legendary Greek Furies who punished Orestes. It is known, however, that Megaera was much more friendly towards humans (and human males) than either of her sisters, Alecto and Tisiphone. It is hoped that this BattleMech will display the same battlefield prowess and tenacity as the Furies of myth.
CAPABILITIES
Per your standing order the Megaera weighs in at under 55 tons; in this case, 50 tons. Again at your behest, its top speed is 84.6 kilometres per hour. It is also equipped with maximum armour coverage for its class, boasting 11 tons of armour. It is also capable of jumping up to 150 metres.
As you have not specified expected combat environment nor expected battlefield role, we have sought to equip the 'Mech with a variety of weapons, allowing the 'Mech to perform any role with ease.
Its primary weapon is the Blakenburg Technolgies ER Large Laser, allowing the BattleMech to engage targets up to 630 metres away. This weapon is backed up by a trio of each Medium Lasers and SRM-2s. The SRM-2s are equipped with two tons of ammunition, allowing the pilot to load NARC-homing ammunition or Inferno rockets at their choice.
VARIANTS
We are prepared to supply the following variants at your request:
MEG-X2: By removing the SRM-2 packs, plus a small amount of rear armour, we can replace the ER Large Laser with the more powerful Kinslaughter H-Class ER PPC. A fourth medium laser, and a pair of Small Lasers for antipersonnel operations, will be added to the torso superstructure. By adding another two Heat Sinks, the BattleMech can use the bulk of its weaponry without concerns for heat. This is an excellent vehicle for skirmisher units or units which receive only limited resupply runs, as it requires no ammunition.
MEG-X3: Intended as a command model, the MEG-X3 is equipped with an ECM Suite, Active Probe, and TAG designator. Its weapons load is somewhat diminished; the MEG-X3 carries only three Medium Lasers, plus the ER Large Laser of the standard model. However, this variant is equipped with enough heat sinks to be able to fire all of its weapons and jumping whilst building up only marginal heat.
DEPLOYMENT
We can retool our Vladivostock production lines and commence production of the Megaera within a month. Following that, we should be able to build 4 Megaeras per month.
COST ANALYSIS
At your request, we used only limited high-technology equipment on the Megaera. The standard model is only 4,856,000 Star League Credits to produce, well beneath the budget of 5,148,429 Star League Credits we were given. The MEG-X2 will only cost 4,864,250 credits; even the most expensive in the series will cost just 5,295,500 credits-only slightly above the budget even though it is equipped with an admirable array of EW equipment.
BATTLE VALUES
MEG-X: 1,297
MEG-X2: 1,418
MEG-X3: 1,469
HISTORICAL NOTE
Despite its impressive bid for the contract, Skobel MechWorks failed in it attempt to win the contract, which was eventually awarded to Blue Shot’s Starslayer.
MY BLURB
Here you go, Karagin. I designed this 'Mech entirely from your fluff standpoint; I could have done a lot more, but it would have compromised one, some, or all of your design points. I assumed we were building this for the original Star League, so I ruled out certain weapons at the outset. Even with the self-imposed limitation of 2750 technology, this thing did not work out too badly.
It should be noted that I am a bit of an Inferno junkie, which is why the SRMs have so much ammo. Perhaps you might like to put another Medium Laser or 2 Small Lasers on instead of the second ton of ammo.
MASS BREAKDOWNS
MEG-X
Engine: 12.5
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel: 2.5
Armour: 11
CASE: .5
5 Jump Jets: 2.5
2 Additional Double Heat Sinks: 2
ER Large Laser: 5
4 Medium Lasers: 4
2 SRM-2s with 2 tons of Ammo: 4
MEG-X2
Engine: 12.5
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel: 2.5
Armour: 10.5
5 Jump Jets: 2.5
4 Additional Double Heat Sinks
ER PPC: 7
4 Medium Lasers: 4
2 Small Lasers: 1
MEG-X3
Engine: 12.5
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel: 2.5
Armour: 10.5
5 Jump Jets: 2.5
4 Additional Double Heat Sinks: 4
ER Large Laser: 5
3 Medium Lasers: 3
TAG: 1
ECM Suite: 1.5
Active Probe: 1.5
ARMOUR DISTRIBUTION
Head: 9
Centre Torso: 24/7 (the MEG-X2 only has 6 points of Rear armour)
Side Torsos: 18/6
Arms: 16
Legs: 24
LOCATIONS
MEG-X
ER Large Laser- Right Arm
1 Double Heat Sink, 2 Jump Jets, 1 SRM-2, 1 Medium Laser- Each Side Torso
1 Jump Jet, 1 Medium Laser- Centre Torso
1 Medium Laser- Head
MEG-X2
ER PPC- Right Arm
2 Double Heat Sinks, 2 Jump Jets, 1 Medium Laser, 1 Small Laser- Each Side Torso
Jump Jet, Medium Laser- Centre Torso
Medium Laser- Head
Yea, verily. Let it be known far and wide that Nightward loathes MW: DA. Indeed, it is with the BURNING ANIMUS OF A THOUSAND SUNS that he doth rage against it with.
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Karagin
12/20/01 12:15 AM
63.173.170.156
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Very impressive...this mech has excellent fluff and covers things quite nicely.
The comittee will be adding this mech into the testing group that will be undergoing live fire testing very soon.
As an off note, the date is fine, that can be adjust and I do like how you worked with in a time frame without going over board on things. Very nice. This mech has earned a place in my files.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Nightward
12/20/01 12:18 AM
203.134.12.8
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Thank you. I thought it worked out OK. So we are dealing with the New Star LEague, eh? I'll have another look. I have this idea about a 55-tonner with MRMS...
Yea, verily. Let it be known far and wide that Nightward loathes MW: DA. Indeed, it is with the BURNING ANIMUS OF A THOUSAND SUNS that he doth rage against it with.
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Karagin
12/20/01 12:22 AM
63.173.170.156
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Either end of the Star League works...who know this one could be the come back one of the permier weapons suppliers to SLDF....
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Nightward
12/20/01 12:28 AM
203.134.12.8
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Really.......I have more evil plots, then :)
Yea, verily. Let it be known far and wide that Nightward loathes MW: DA. Indeed, it is with the BURNING ANIMUS OF A THOUSAND SUNS that he doth rage against it with.
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LordChaos
12/20/01 12:30 AM
216.161.102.107
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In that case, I feel tha the Pitbull should be reevaluated, as the design commity felt it was lacking in long range "punch", when it's primary long range weapon is the same class of weapon used on this mech (Which I do like).
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
12/20/01 10:27 AM
63.173.170.37
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All mechs will get a finial testing before a winner is picked. So none of the submitted designs have been ruled out by the commitee.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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LordChaos
12/20/01 11:21 AM
208.203.4.100
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In that case, I am sory if I spoke out of line. I misunderstood one of your statements.
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
12/20/01 12:10 PM
63.173.170.37
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No problem. Once the battle is run and all, I will post the results and then figure out who the winner is.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Nightward
12/21/01 12:57 AM
203.134.13.194
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DATE: 12/12/3061
TO: Star League Defence Force, Dept. Of the Quartermaster, Tukayyid
FROM: Crosby 'Mech Research Firm, Luthien
RE: Star League BattleMech Contract #4590-A
To whom it may concern,
We at the Crosby 'Mech Research Firm have recently been contracted by the DCMS to provide the Combine with a BattleMech that can replace the old Kintaro found on our front-lines. We have obtained permission from First Lord (and Coordinator of the Draconis Combine), Theodore Kurita, to offer the same design to you for review. Although our small factories will not be able to produce large numbers of the 'Mech for the SLDF, we are prepared to sell the liscencing rights to the Com Guards, and the Wolf’s Dragoons, with the understainding that a portion of the BattleMechs produced at those facilities will be made available to the DCMS. These groups should provide enough manufacturing power to meet your needs. Should this bid be accepted, the greater demand for our machinery will lower overall costs for both the DCMS and SLDF. We also understand that our MRM system is foreign to most SLDF technicians and are prepared to offer a training course in its maintenance to any interested parties.
Type: SS-O Sassori
Technology Base: Inner Sphere, Draconis Combine 3060
Mass: 55 Tons
Chassis: SS Endo Steel
Power Plant: Core Tek 275
Cruising Speed: 54.0 kph
Maximum Speed: 86.4 kph
Armour: SS with CASE
Armament:
3 Shigunga MRM-10 Launchers
3 Diverse Optics Type 428 ER Medium Lasers
2 Diverse Optics Type 810 ER Small Lasers
Communications System: Wasat Type 2
Targeting and Tracking System: Wasat Aggressor Type 8b
Primary Manufacturer: Crosby 'Mech Research Firm
Primary Factory: Luthien
OVERVIEW
The Sassori (Scorpion) is a new BattleMech being tested out on Luthien. As a practical neccessities, it had to cost not much more than the Kintaro, and incorporate similar weaponry in similar locations. It would also have to be an easy 'Mech for the hordes of inexperienced MechWarriors who have flooded into the DCMS under the ageis of the Phoenix Programs. The Sassori has performed well in all tests so far, and we believe that it meets the criteria set out under your contract bid.
CAPABILITIES
This BattleMech has been designed for ease of use. A trio of MRMs allow the pilot to inflict heavy damage upon an opponent. Opponents of the MRM argue that its MRMs do not have sufficient range to adequetely engage an opponent, but recent studies have indicated that as a direct result of new technologies introduced in recent years, 90% of battlefield combat between BattleMechs occurs at ranges of 400 metres or less, where the MRM’s limited range is inconsequential.
Further firepower is provided by the trio of Medium Lasers mounted across the arms and head of the 'Mech. These lasers are in their ER variant, allowing the pilot to target enemies up to 360 metres away.
Finally, ,the 'Mech is equipped with a pair of ER Small Lasers, allowing it to engage in limited anti-infantry operations.
VARIANTS
We are prepared to offer several variants on the base chassis, all of which are more expensive and use Ferro-Fibrous armour plating.
SS-O2: This variant removes the Centre Torso MRM rack and replaces it with an ER Large Laser for long-range combat. This variant, though more expensive, is slowly gaining favour amongst test pilots because of the ER Large Laser’s range capabilities.
SS-O3: This variant will remove the ER Medium Laser in the 'Mech’s head to mount a C3 Slave unit. The DCMS is deploying C3 units at a record rate, and the SLDF has begun to use them in limited deployment as well.
SS-O4: This radical variant requires a major overhaul of the design, removing one MRM and the head-mounted ER Medium Laser in order to equip the 'Mech with an ER Small Laser and a C3 Master Computer.
SS-O5: This variant mounts standard medium lasers in place of the ER models, trading in range for greater heat dissipation abilities.
DEPLOYMENT
The DCMS wants us to begin production by the end of the year.
COST ANALYSIS
The SS-O costs only 5,030,731 C-Bills, well under the specified budget of 5,148,429 C-Bills we were given. The SS-O2 costs 5,375,606 C-Bills, massively over budget. This cost is, however, directly attributable to the use of the ER Large Laser. Likewise, the SS-O3, equipped with cutting-edge C3 equipment, costs a monstrous 5,639,106 C-Bills The SS-O4 is the most expensive of the series, because it uses a C3 Master Computer, and costs 7,424,474 C-Bills. The SS-O5, cheapest of the ER Large Laser series because of its Standard Medium Lasers, costs 5,189,606 C-Bills, which is comparable to the original Shadow Hawk.
BVs
SS-O: 1,174
SS-O2: 1,210
SS-O3: 1,201 (+140 for C3)
SS-O4: 1,297 (+123 for C3)
SS-O5: 1,233
MY BLURB
Hhmmm….
This did not work out as well as I had hoped it would. It did not even come in under budget in most cases. Ah well. It appears the MRMs were a bit of a mistake, since they took up too much tonnage to make them worthwhile.
I embarked on the series using Ferro-Fibrous and ER Large Lasers because of what I felt were flaws in the standard, MRM-equipped model.
Movement is hampered because it does not have Jump Jets, but other than that it should be a solid performer.
Overall, though, I would prefer a Megaera to this.
MASS BREAKDOWNS
SS-O
Engine: 15.5
Cockpit: 3
Gyro: 3
Endo Steel: 3
Armour: 11.5
2 CASE: 1
3 Additional Double Heat Sinks: 3
3 MRM-10s with 2 tons of Ammo: 11
3 ER Medium Lasers: 3
2 ER Small Lasers: 1
SS-O2
Engine: 15.5
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel: 3
Ferro-Fibrous: 10.5
2 CASE: 1
3 Additional Double Heat Sinks: 3
ER Large Laser: 5
2 MRM-10s with 2 Tons Ammo: 8
3 ER Medium Lasers: 3
SS-O3
As above, except:
Remove 1 ER Medium, add C3 Slave
SS-O4
As SS-O2, except:
Remove 1 ER Medium Laser, 1 CASE, MRM-10, and 1 ton MRM Ammo. Add ER Small Laser and C3 Master Computer.
SS-O5
As SS-O2, except replace ER Medium Lasers with Standard Medium Lasers
ARMOUR DISTRIBUTION
Head: 9
Centre Torsos: 27/8 (the SS-O Model has only 7 points of Rear armour)
Side Torsos: 20/6
Arms: 18
Legs: 26
LOCATIONS
SS-O
ER Medium Laser- Each Arm, Head
Double Heat Sink, ER Small Laser, MRM-10, 1 Ton MRM-10 Ammo, CASE- Each Side Torso
MRM-10- Centre Torso
SS-O2
ER Medium Laser- Each Arm, Head
Double Heat Sink, MRM-10, 1 Ton MRM-10 Ammo, CASE- Each Side Torso
ER Large Laser- Centre Torso
SS-O3
As SS-O2, except: Remove Head-Mounted ER Medium Laser, replace with C3 Slave.
SS-O4
ER Medium Laser- Each Arm
Double Heat Sink, C3 Master Computer- Left Torso
Double Heat Sink, MRM-10, 1 Ton MRM-10 Ammo, CASE- Right Torso
ER Small Laser- Head
SS-O5
As SS-O2, but replace ER Medium Lasers with Standard models.
Yea, verily. Let it be known far and wide that Nightward loathes MW: DA. Indeed, it is with the BURNING ANIMUS OF A THOUSAND SUNS that he doth rage against it with.
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Nightward
12/22/01 02:59 AM
203.134.12.8
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Type: CRB-SLDF Crab
Technology Base: Inner Sphere, Draconis Combine 3060
Mass: 50 Tons
Chassis: Luthien Armour Works Type 5 Endo Steel
Power Plant: Magna 250
Cruising Speed: 54.0 kph
Maximum Speed: 86.4 kph
Armour: Durallex Medium Special
Armament:
2 Blakenburg Technologies ER Large Lasers
3 Blakenburg Technologies ER Medium Lasers
Communications System: Sipher SecureComm Plus
Targeting and Tracking System: Matabushi Sentinel
Primary Manufacturer: Luthien Armour Works
Primary Factory: Luthien
OVERVIEW
Ever since we first purchased Crab-Class BattleMechs from the Com Guards, we have relied upon them in battle. These 'Mechs have developed a reputation for toughness and heavy firepower, and are favourites amongst our line forces. Once the standard-issue Medium 'Mech in the Star League, we hope that it will assume its place once more.
CAPABILITIES
Now equipped with Double Heat Sinks and ER Lasers, the Crab has found a new life on the battlefield. Paired Blakenburg Large Lasers provide the Crab with 180 metres of additional range, allowing it to engage enemies at extreme distances. The trio of ER Medium Lasers which have replaced and added to the old Medium and Small lasers used by the original likewise add to its engagement profiles.
On this BattleMech, the high-heat ER Lasers are most welcome. In fact the 'Mech can dissipate nearly 90% of its total heat output.
VARIANTS
The Com Guard are willing to offer their expertise and have graciously offered to share their CRB-C3i refit with both the DCMS and the SLDF. We are also prepared to offer a model which employs Triple Strength Myomers.
DEPLOYMENT
The Com Guard have already deployed their variant, outlined below. We have already begun limited production on Luthien, sending 3 Crabs per month out to our front-line forces.
COST ANALYSIS
The standard-model Crab costs 4,640,374 C-Bills. The TSM model costs 5,690,374 C-Bills.
BVs
CRB-SLDF: 1,214
CRB-TSM: 1,270
MY BLURB
Most of what I have to say about the Crab is in the Com Guard Retrofit thing I did, presented below. The whole Black Knight thing has had me looking at a lot of old SLDF designs, and I will post my retrofits here as they become available. Until then, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
MASS BREAKDOWNS
Engine: 12.5
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel; 2.5
Armour: 10.5
6 Additional Double Heat Sinks: 6
2 ER Large Lasers: 10
3 ER Medium Lasers: 3
ARMOUR DISTRIBUTION
Head: 9
Centre Torso: 23/8
Side Torsos: 18/6
Arms: 16
Legs: 24
Type: CRB-C3i Crab
Technology Base: Inner Sphere, Com Guards 3062
Mass: 50 Tons
Chassis: Hollis Mark 3B Endo Steel
Power Plant: Magna 250
Cruising Speed: 54.0 kph
Maximum Speed: 86.4 kph
Armour: Paulina Heavy Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
2 Blakenburg Technologies ER Large Lasers
3 Blakenburg Technologies ER Medium Lasers
Communications System: 650 RND with Integrated C3i
Targeting and Tracking System: Dalban Series K with Integrated C3i
Primary Manufacturer: Com Guards Field Upgrades Kits
Primary Factory: Luthien
OVERVIEW
After the spectacular failures of the CRB-30 Crab during its training and testing cycles, we have been forced to consider other avenues for upgrading the venerable and common Crabs serving in the Com Guards. This relatively simple upgrade is currently being tested, and initial reports are much more promising than those of the CRB-30.
CAPABILITIES
Swapping the old RAM Tech Large Lasers of the Star League model for more advanced and available ER Large Lasers, the new Crab almost doubles its striking range. Also upgraded are the smaller Ceres Arms Medium laser and ExoStar Small laser found on the older Crabs; they have been replaced with a trio of ER Medium Lasers.
The Crab’s dilapidated single heat sinks were replaced with a new set of ‘freezers’, and four extra heat sinks were added to the chassis. Although this provides the Crab with 60% greater heat dissipation, the Crab cannot use its ER Large Lasers in tandem with the ER Mediums. However, using all of its armament save a single ER Large Laser allows the Crab to inflict serious damage whilst still running cool.
DEPLOYMENT
Still undergoing testing on Luthien, the CRB-C3i Crab is expected to begin deployment late next year.
MY BLURB
Ugh. How can those howling barbarians at FASA call the CRB-30 a Crab with a straight face? XL Engine, ER PPCs…they made a mockery of one of the best 50-tonners in existence.
This is not much better, but it remains closer to the Crab’s roots, and also does not employ one of those $#@&ing Inner Sphere XL Engines.
MASS BREAKDOWNS
Engine: 12.5
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel: 2.5
Ferro-Fibrous: 9.5
4 Double Heat Sinks: 4
2 ER Large Lasers: 10
3 ER Medium lasers: 3
ARMOUR DISTRIBUTION
Head: 9
Centre Torso: 24/8
Side Torsos: 18/6
Arms: 16
Legs: 24
LOCATIONS
ER Large Laser, ER Medium laser (No Lower Arm/Hand Actuators)- Each Arm
ER Medium Laser- Head
C3i Computer- Centre Torso
2 Double Heat Sinks- Each Torso
COST ANALYSIS
BV: 1,146 (+ 179 for C3)
Cost: 5,966,000 C-Bills
At almost the same BV price of that RS: Upgrades hunk of junk, plus 4 million C-Bills cheaper, I know which one I would rather have.
Yea, verily. Let it be known far and wide that Nightward loathes MW: DA. Indeed, it is with the BURNING ANIMUS OF A THOUSAND SUNS that he doth rage against it with.
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LordChaos
01/02/02 11:32 PM
216.161.102.154
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come on, have you picked a winner yet????
Real mechwariors pilot IS mechs.
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Karagin
01/03/02 12:40 AM
63.173.170.100
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The battle to test all of the entries is at the end of this month.
I will post the winner on the 28th or 29th of this month.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Zilaz
01/03/02 07:42 AM
66.72.160.194
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PND-1A Pondus
Chassis: Unknown
Power Plant: Dantrus 275 XL
Cruising Speed: 53.75
Maximum Speed: 86
Jump Jets: Firestone Radial 6s
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor: PanzerSlab Type 5
Armament:
1 Defiance 1001 ER PPC
3 Diverse Optics Medium Pulse Lasers
1 Diverse Optics ER Medium Laser
Manufacturer: Omani Mechworks
Primary Factory: Dieron
Communications System: TransComm Alpha
Targeting and Tracking System: Wayne Marksman
Overview:
As per the request of SLDF contract #4590-A, Omani Mechworks
submits this design for a front line Medium class 'Mech. With maximum
armor for it's chassis, jump capacity, and fearsome loadout of
weapons, the Pondus is an excelent choice for the bulk of any force.
Capabilities:
Toting a Defiance 1001 ER PPC for long range fire exchanges, this
'Mech remains competitive even out of it's range of choice. For short
to medium range, it is armed with 1 Diverse Optics ER Medium Laser
and 3 Diverse Optics Medium Pulse Lasers.
PND-1A Pondus
Technology Base: - Inner Sphere - Level 2
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: 5.5
Engine: 275 XL 8
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 5
Heat Sinks: 17(34) - Double 7
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 185 12
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head 3 9
Center Torso 18 27
Center Torso(rear) 9
R/L Torso 13 20
R/L Torso(rear) 6
R/L Arm 9 18
R/L Leg 13 26
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Tonnage
Medium Pulse Laser LT 1 2
Medium Pulse Laser LT 1 2
Medium Pulse Laser LT 1 2
Jump Jet LL 2 0.5
Jump Jet RL 2 0.5
ER PPC RT 3 7
Jump Jet CT 1 0.5
ER Medium Laser H 1 1
I think, therefore you is.
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Karagin
01/11/02 02:37 PM
63.173.170.103
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On January 26th the SLDF Proucurement Board and Quatermasters Corps will be holding the finial testing of the submitted mechs to pick a winner of the contract for a new line mech.
If you wish to have your mech tested, please submit the ideas now...
Thank you.
SLDF spokesperson
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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KamikazeJohnson
01/12/02 04:46 PM
209.202.47.12
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CBN-2C Cambion
Chassis: Unknown
Power Plant: Magna 250
Cruising Speed: 53.75
Maximum Speed: 86
Jump Jets: none
Jump Capacity: none
Armor: Unknown
Armament:
1 LRM 15
1 LRM 10
2 Medium Lasers
2 ER Small Lasers
1 ER Medium Laser
1 Medium Pulse Laser
Manufacturer: Unknown
Primary Factory: Unknown
Communications System: Unknown
Targeting and Tracking System: Unknown
Overview:
The CBN-2C Cambion is the latest attempt by the
unsuccessful-yet-still-ambitious designers from Johnson 'Mechworks
Inc. In response to SLDF contract #4590-A, the Cambion design was
thrown together and, if selected, will represent the first JMInc.
design to actually see production. The 'Mech's rather simple design
and abundant auxiliary weapons systems allow for a variety of minor
variants to optimize it for battle- or pilot-specific preferences.
(Warning to testers: the so-called "working prototype" is not nearly
as "working" as it appears. The ER Medium laser was scavenged from a
battlefield after more than a year exposed to the elements, the LA
medium laser is as likely as not to short out, disabling the central
targeting system, and the LRM-15, while impressive-looking, is
actually a replica shell built into the torso, since JMInc. was
unable to aquire one for real) Since there is currently no
production facility, the factory, when built, can be outfitted to
accomodate whatever makes and models of equipment requested by the
SLDF.
Capabilities:
The CBN-2C Cambion is a surprisingly versatile 'Mech. The
odd-looking mismatched LRMs provide substantial long-range fire, and
the mixed bag of lasers are likely to discourage many light 'Mechs
from closing inside the LRMs' minimum range. Heat buildup is
negligible unless the LRMs are fired at close range, and even then, a
single Alpha Strike is unlikely to cause severe heat problems.The
'Mech is designed without lower arms, allowing the four arm-mounted
lasers to be fired to the rear if necessary. The designers opted
against incuding CASE in the main design, but risk of an ammo hit is
slight--the LRM-10 ammo is very difficult to hit in the head, while
the limited supply of LRM-15 rounds are likely to be spent before the
'Mech starts taking critical damage. However, many design variants
can incorporate CASE, as described below. The biggest drawback of
the design is its limited long-range endurance, but the Cambion's
good speed, heavy armor, and impressive short-range abilities can
keep it an effective fighter right to the end.
Variants:
Being only in the prototype stage, the CBN-2C Cambion has many
potential variants which can be incorporated before the 'Mech rolls
off the assembly line. One of the more promising variants, the 2L,
removes the CT Pulse Laser and adds Artemis IV FCS to each of the
missile racks. This increases its punch at long range, but at a
substantial cost. The proposed 2M variant eliminates a major worry
by adding CASE to protect the LRM ammo in the LeftTorso, and also
provides some anti-infantry support by replacing the Pulse Laser with
a pair of Machine Guns (CT/RT). The 1/2 ton of ammo is placed in the
newly-enCASEd Left Torso. The 3J plan also removes the Pulse Laser,
this time adding jump capability up to 120 metres. There are other
possible variations as well, most trading the CT lasers for CASE
(LT), light lasers, and electronics, such as a C3 slave computer.
The resulting drop in heat from the removal of the CT lasers allows
the upgrade, if desired, of the arm-mounted mediums to the more
potent ER models.
CBN-2C Cambion
Technology Base: - Inner Sphere - Level 2
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: - EndoSteel 2.5
Engine: 250 12.5
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 0
Heat Sinks: 10(20) - Double 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armor Factor: 162 - Ferro-Fibrous 9
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head 3 9
Center Torso 16 23
Center Torso(rear) 8
R/L Torso 12 18
R/L Torso(rear) 6
R/L Arm 8 16
R/L Leg 12 21
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Tonnage
ER Medium Laser CT 1 1
Medium Pulse Laser CT 1 2
LRM 10 Ammo (12) H 1 1
ER Small Laser LA 1 0.5
Medium Laser LA 1 1
LRM 15 LT 3 7
LRM 15 Ammo (8) LT 1 1
ER Small Laser RA 1 0.5
Medium Laser RA 1 1
LRM 10 RT 2 5
MY BLURB:
While I was tinkering around with this design, I realized that a LOT of minor modifications weer possible without seriously altering the character of the design. Additional ammo, CASE, electronics, or shuffling the lasers around are all available on request :-)
Peace is that glorious moment in history when everyone stands around reloading.
--Thomas Jefferson
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KamikazeJohnson
01/12/02 05:04 PM
209.202.47.12
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CBN-2C Cambion
Cost: 4,688,750
BV: 1,090
Variants:
CBN-2L
Cost: 4,988,750
BV: 1,147
CBN-2M
Cost: 4,689,500
BV: 1,131
CBN-3J
Cost: 4,838,750
BV: 1260
C3 Variant (unofficial variant)
--replaces CT Medium Pulse Laser with C3 slave RT, ER Small Laser CT, and CASE LT
Cost: 5,065,624
BV: 1,109
Peace is that glorious moment in history when everyone stands around reloading.
--Thomas Jefferson
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Karagin
01/24/02 05:52 AM
63.173.170.195
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Testing of submitted mech will be happening over the weekend. Winner will be announced on Monday.
Karagin
Given time and plenty of paper, a philosopher can prove anything.
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Karagin
01/27/07 12:59 AM
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Okay would you guys like to see more like this?
Karagin
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