Ice Ferret (Fenris)
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Ice Ferret | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | W-7 Facilities, Wolf Clan Site 3 |
Production Year | 2948[1] |
Model | Prime |
Class | Medium |
Cost | 12,543,588 C-bills |
Technical specifications | |
'Mech type | Clan OmniMech |
Mass | 45 tons |
Chassis | Hellion Medium Gamma ES Endo Steel |
Armor | ferro-fibrous |
Engine | Type II 360 XL |
Communications System | Hellion Special 354B |
Targeting Tracking System | Wolf Hunter MK VII |
Heat Sinks | 12 Double Heat Sinks |
Speed | 129.6 km/h |
Armament |
Primary Configuration
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BV (1.0) | 1,529[2] |
BV (2.0) | 1,684[1] 1,678[3] |
Contents
Description
A powerful medium scout and recon 'Mech, the Ice Ferret was regarded as something of a foreign concept when it was first encountered by Inner Sphere forces. Known by the code name Fenris by Inner Sphere forces, the Ice Ferret is a very capable medium scout OmniMech, which is well armored and fast, and can be configured as a strike/headhunter or as a fire-support 'Mech.[1][4][5]
Deployed extensively by Clan Wolf, the Ice Ferret was actually designed to combat the pride of Clan Wolf, the Timber Wolf OmniMech. Originally named the Wolf Hunter, the Ice Ferret was first produced in the mid-2900s by Clan Ice Hellion, but performed poorly due to lack-luster weapon configurations. Annoyed by the constant Hellion harassment, but appreciating the potential of the new OmniMech, Clan Wolf warriors eventually began challenging for the OmniMech, and eventually won the production facility for the design. The Wolves renamed the design after the only natural predator of the Ice Hellion, the Ice Ferret, and altered the configurations to improve performance. The Ice Hellions would maintain a large number of the "Wolf Hunters" in their touman during their existence.[1][4][5] However, in the early years of the Jihad era, the Ice Ferret's few production facilities would end up being destroyed during the chaotic fighting in Clan Homeworlds. The design would end up being phased out of use and replaced by the Viper.[6]
Weapons and Equipment
The Ice Ferret is built on a lightweight Endo Steel chassis that saves weight and is powered by a massive 360 XL engine that gives the Ice Ferret a top speed of 129.6 km/h and also accounts for one third of the 'Mech's total weight. The Ice Ferret has twelve double heat sinks mounted on the chassis and is protected by seven and a half tons of ferro-fibrous armor, giving the 'Mech almost the maximum amount of armor protection for its weight.[1][4][5]
In its primary configuration, the Ice Ferret is capable of acting in a variety of roles. The Ice Ferret carries an Active Probe allowing the 'Mech to detect hidden enemy units. For close combat, the Ice Ferret prime has a Streak SRM-2 launcher and an ER Small Laser. For long range engagements, the 'Mech is armed with a single ER PPC, giving it excellent long range hitting power for its size.[1][4][5]
Alternate Configurations
- Alternate Configuration A
- The A configuration carries a single LB-X Autocannon/2 for its excellent long range sniping capabilities. This was backed up by two ER medium lasers for close combat capabilities and a single anti-missile system for added defense against missile weapons. BV (1.0) = 1,210[2], BV (2.0) = 1,323[1][7]
- Alternate Configuration B
- The Ice Ferret B has an ER Large Laser as its only long-range weapon. For close combat, the B configuration carries an SRM-4 and an SRM-6 launcher as well as a highly accurate Small Pulse Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,308[2], BV (2.0) = 1,461[1][8]
- Alternate Configuration C
- A fire support configuration of the Ice Ferret, the C configuration has a trio of LRM-5 launchers, each linked to an Artemis IV fire control system for increased missile accuracy. For close range defense, the 'Mech has a single ER Small Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,057[2], BV (2.0) = 1,211[1][9]
- Alternate Configuration D
- Configured for work as a harasser, the D configuration was armed with a simple arsenal of four highly accurate medium pulse lasers and an anti-missile system, for added defense from missile-carrying enemies. BV (1.0) = 1,541[2], BV (2.0) = 1,653[1][10]
- Alternate Configuration E
- The E configuration of the Ice Ferret carries as its primary weapon an ATM-9 launcher, which is capable of firing specialized ammunition for short, medium, and long ranges. Backing this up for close combat, is an ER Medium Laser and an ER Small Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,329[2][11], BV (2.0) = 1,483[1][12]
- Alternate Configuration F
- Providing direct-fire support the Fenris F carries a single ER Large Laser in each arm, while a Watchdog CEWS provides electronic support. BV (2.0) = 1,771[13]
- Alternate Configuration G
- A striker/harrasser configuration that carries a single SRM-4 and two AP Gauss Rifles in each arm. An ER Small Pulse Laser is mounted in each side torso. For artillery support, a Light TAG unit is mounted in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,196[13]
- Alternate Configuration H
- Capable of engaging an enemy at a variety of ranges, the Ice Ferret H has an ER Large Laser for long range combat. For short ranges, the 'Mech has two Heavy Medium Lasers and a single SRM-6 launcher. BV (1.0) = 1,342[2], BV (2.0) = 1,619[1][14]
- Alternate Configuration I
- This configuration takes advantage of Inner Sphere technology. A Bloodhound Active Probe finds threats. Each arm carries an SRM-6 and an M-Pod. The SRM is equipped with a two ton ammunition bay, but once that's empty the MechWarrior only has a single ER Small Laser for weaponry. BV (2.0) = 1,096[13]
- Alternate Configuration J
- A close range combatant, this configuration carries five ER Small Lasers and a Heavy Machine Gun in each arm. These weapons are tied into a Targeting Computer. A Supercharger allows the 'Mech to quickly approach and retreat from threat forces. BV (2.0) = 1,771[13]
- Alternate Configuration K
- A Large Pulse Laser and ER Small Laser are carried in the left arm, while a pair of ER Medium Lasers are mounted in the right arm. Additional protection comes from a Laser AMS. BV (2.0) = 1,769[13]
- Alternate Configuration L
- A powerful anti-infantry configuration, the Fenris L carries a Plasma Cannon and three Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifles. All of its weapons are linked to an advanced Targeting Computer, which makes it deadly in close combat. BV (2.0) = 1,380[1][15]
- Alternate Configuration T
- An Improved Heavy Large Laser and ER Medium Laser are mounted in the left arm, while the right arm carries a single SRM 2 with a ton of ammunition. An Active Probe finds hidden threats while an engine Supercharger allows the Ice Ferret to sprint at speeds of 160 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,825[13]
Apocryphal Configurations
These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media.
From MechWarrior Online:
- IFR-P
- Released in the August Patch as a means of compensation for purchase of the Clan Heroes Pack. The Ice Ferret P carries a complement of lasers and a missile. Three ER Medium Lasers and one ER Small Laser round out the lasers, two in the right arm and one in the left arm while the small is located in the torso. Its missile complement is a Streak SRM-6 mounted next to the single ER Medium Laser and has two tons of ammo for reloads. An ECM Suite gives this variant the means to counter other targeting systems and/or disrupt other ECM Suites that may be present on the battlefield. As of this writing, this variant has yet to be published in any known canon.
- IFR-RC "Rainbow Crow"
- A customized variant of the Rainbow Crow. Piloted by Karl Devalis, the Rainbow Crow uses a pair of Heavy Medium Lasers in its left arm. The center torso carries a Guardian ECM. The right arm uses a single Heavy Machine Gun with one ton of ammo. In the right torso, a single Streak SRM-6 with two tons of ammo.[17]
Design Quirks
The Fenris has the following Design Quirks:[18]
Notable Pilots
- Clan Wolf saKhan Marialle Radick piloted an Ice Ferret most of her career.[19][20]
Notes
- In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to Eismarder, which means "Ice Marten" in English. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was left unchanged.
Gallery
Original Ice Ferret from TRO:3050
Ice Ferret from TRO:3050 Upgrade
Ice Ferret (Fenris) from RG:ilClan v4
Ice Ferret Prime in motion from CCG
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 124-125, "Fenris OmniMech Profile"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Combat Operations, p. 108
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 54
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Technical Readout: 3050, pp. 22-23, "Fenris OmniMech Profile"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, pp. 20-21, "Fenris OmniMech Profile"
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 17 Discarded Tools of War - Ice Ferret (Fenris) is listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its factory being destroyed during the Wars of Reaving
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 55
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 56
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 57
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 58
- ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 72
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 59
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 4, p. 12
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 60
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 61
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - Old is the New New, p. 138
- ↑ MechWarrior Online - "Clan Heroes II"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Fenris Entry.
- ↑ Wolf Clan Sourcebook, p. 93
- ↑ The Falcon and the Wolf, p. 61