Howler (Baboon)

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Howler
Production information
Manufacturer	Novy Minsky Armaments Plant
Model	Baboon
Class	Light
Technical specifications
Mass	20 tons
Chassis	Type-A Endo Steel
Armor	Type 2 Ferro-Fibrous w/ CASE
Engine	140 Standard
Speed	119 km/h
Jump Jets	None
Armament	3x LRM-5s
BV (1.0)	587

Contents 1 Description 2 Armament 3 Variants 4 References

[edit] Description

The Howler was first observed among Clan Jade Falcon second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. The BattleMech the Inner Sphere dubbed the Baboon is moderately fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its armament is at least partially enabled by the use of an Endo Steel structure and three tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor.

[edit] Armament

The Howler is a potent missile boat for its size. Meant to provide fire support to light garrison Stars, the 'Mech carries three LRM-5 launchers and three tons of ammunition.

[edit] Variants

• Howler 2 - The Howler was redesigned by Clan Steel Viper scientists to improve their light, second-line units. A smaller, Extralight Engine provides the space for four ATM 3s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the 'Mech's running speed is reduced, it uses MASC to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634

• Howler 3 - Clan Snow Raven scientists captured and refitted many Howler 2s with an ER PPC and a Targeting Computer, turning the 'Mech into a sniper. BV (1.0) = 1,048

[edit] References

• Record Sheets: 3055/3058
• Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade
• Technical Readout: 3055
• Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade