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First introduced in [[3096]], this post-Jihad design was created by [[Clan Wolf]] as a cheap anti-aircraft platform.  Slow and heavily armored, the '''Aesir''' is often set into static positions where its relatively slow speed is not considered a liability.  The design also includes [[CASE]] for added protection. In addition to its primary role of air defense, the Aesir is often utilized as a mobile gun emplacement.
 
First introduced in [[3096]], this post-Jihad design was created by [[Clan Wolf]] as a cheap anti-aircraft platform.  Slow and heavily armored, the '''Aesir''' is often set into static positions where its relatively slow speed is not considered a liability.  The design also includes [[CASE]] for added protection. In addition to its primary role of air defense, the Aesir is often utilized as a mobile gun emplacement.
  
While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second line formation, it has since spread through out the [[Inner Sphere]].  [[Clan Wolf in Exile]] also produces this design, and [[Clan Sea Fox]] is known to sell it to any interested party.  
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While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second line formation, it has since spread through out the [[Inner Sphere]].  [[Clan Wolf in Exile]] also produces this design, and [[Clan Sea Fox]] is known to sell it to any interested party.<ref name=TRO:3145TC/>
  
To provide additional protection the Aesir is equipped with an [[Armored Motive System]].<ref name=TRO:3145TC/>
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==Weapons and Equipment==
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The Aesir mounts a set of four Type Sierra [[LB-X Autocannon/2]]s in its turret. With their long range, and cluster munitions, they serve as an effective counter against airborne raiders. Two tons of ammunition are provided.
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The vehicle armor protection includes 9.5 tons of Forging OTR20d Ferro-Fibrous Armor.  While giving the vehicle additional protection from crippling damage, the Aesir is equipped with an [[Armored Motive System]].<ref name=TRO:3145TC/>
  
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
The Aesir mounts a set of four Type Sierra [[LB-X Autocannon/2]]s in its turret. With their long range, and cluster munitions, they serve as an effective counter against airborne raiders. Two tons of ammunition are provided.
 
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
 
*;HAG :Used by [[Clan Hell's Horses]], this version of the Aesir replaces the LB-X autocannons with a single turret mounted [[HAG/40]]. It carries six tons of ammunition and retains the armor protection and Armored Motive System of the original Aesir. BV (2.0) = 1,505<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', p. 75</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 431</ref>
 
*;HAG :Used by [[Clan Hell's Horses]], this version of the Aesir replaces the LB-X autocannons with a single turret mounted [[HAG/40]]. It carries six tons of ammunition and retains the armor protection and Armored Motive System of the original Aesir. BV (2.0) = 1,505<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', p. 75</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 431</ref>
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==Notes==
 
==Notes==
Though the original Dossier for counterassault lists the Aesir as tracked, its image clearly shows the vehicle as being wheeled; assuming that the listed speed is correct, a 145 rated engine would be appropriate for a wheeled vehicle of its size.  
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*The ''Aesir'' was first created by [[Wizkids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures]] game as a part of its Counter Assault expansion set. The figure was used by main four factions during the release as a common combat vehicle. The Aesir was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined in the tabletop game once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to [[3145]].
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*Though the original Dossier for counterassault lists the Aesir as tracked, its image clearly shows the vehicle as being wheeled; assuming that the listed speed is correct, a 145 rated engine would be appropriate for a wheeled vehicle of its size.
  
Per ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'', the engine does in fact have a rating of 145.<ref name=TRO:3145TC/>
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*Per ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'', the engine does in fact have a rating of 145.<ref name=TRO:3145TC/>
  
==Design Quirks==
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===Design Quirks===
 
The Aesir is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:
 
The Aesir is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:
 
* [[Anti-Aircraft Targeting]]
 
* [[Anti-Aircraft Targeting]]
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
 
* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/counterassault_18.pdf Dossier of Karl Arias]''
 
* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/counterassault_18.pdf Dossier of Karl Arias]''
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* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]''
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[[Category:Wheeled Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Wheeled Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Medium Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Medium Combat Vehicles]]
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[[Category:Clan General Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Clan Wolf Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Clan Wolf Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Dark Age Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Dark Age Vehicles]]

Revision as of 16:50, 16 March 2014

Aesir Medium AA.jpg
Aesir AA Vehicle
Production information
Manufacturer Gienah Automotive
Production Year 3097[1]
Mission Anti-aircraft
Type Wheeled
Technical specifications
Mass 55
Armor Forging OTR20d with CASE
Engine Omni 165
Speed 54 km/h
Communications System Build 1685 Tacticom
Targeting Tracking System TRTTS Mark V AirTracker
Heat Sinks 10
Armament

4 x LB 2-X ACs

BV (2.0) 768[2][3]


Description

First introduced in 3096, this post-Jihad design was created by Clan Wolf as a cheap anti-aircraft platform. Slow and heavily armored, the Aesir is often set into static positions where its relatively slow speed is not considered a liability. The design also includes CASE for added protection. In addition to its primary role of air defense, the Aesir is often utilized as a mobile gun emplacement.

While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second line formation, it has since spread through out the Inner Sphere. Clan Wolf in Exile also produces this design, and Clan Sea Fox is known to sell it to any interested party.[2]

Weapons and Equipment

The Aesir mounts a set of four Type Sierra LB-X Autocannon/2s in its turret. With their long range, and cluster munitions, they serve as an effective counter against airborne raiders. Two tons of ammunition are provided.

The vehicle armor protection includes 9.5 tons of Forging OTR20d Ferro-Fibrous Armor. While giving the vehicle additional protection from crippling damage, the Aesir is equipped with an Armored Motive System.[2]


Variants

  • HAG
    Used by Clan Hell's Horses, this version of the Aesir replaces the LB-X autocannons with a single turret mounted HAG/40. It carries six tons of ammunition and retains the armor protection and Armored Motive System of the original Aesir. BV (2.0) = 1,505[4][5]


Notes

  • The Aesir was first created by Wizkids' MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game as a part of its Counter Assault expansion set. The figure was used by main four factions during the release as a common combat vehicle. The Aesir was later adapted by Catalyst Game Labs and redefined in the tabletop game once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to 3145.
  • Though the original Dossier for counterassault lists the Aesir as tracked, its image clearly shows the vehicle as being wheeled; assuming that the listed speed is correct, a 145 rated engine would be appropriate for a wheeled vehicle of its size.

Design Quirks

The Aesir is subject to the following Design Quirk:

Gallery

References

  1. online date for the Aesir (Combat Vehicle)
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, pp. 22-23, "Aesir Vehicle"
  3. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 430
  4. Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, p. 75
  5. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 431

Bibliography