Difference between revisions of "AgroMech (Achernar IndustrialMechs)"

m (cleanup)
m (→‎Variants: new layout)
Line 31: Line 31:
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
* AgroMech MOD - This is a stripped down and armed variant of the ''AgroMech'' which began to appear in [[3132]]. The variant suffers from a significant reduction of armor and speed. It is armed with [[AC-5|Class 5 Armstrong Autocannon]] with twenty rounds ammunition which are both mounted in the 'Mech's right arm. In addition to its autocannon, the 'Mech has been fitted with single [[Heat Sink]] found in its right leg which would allow the 'Mech to enter water for cooling purposes. BV (1.0) = 339<ref>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I'', p. 32</ref>
+
*;AgroMech MOD : This is a stripped down and armed variant of the ''AgroMech'' which began to appear in [[3132]]. The variant suffers from a significant reduction of armor and speed. It is armed with [[AC-5|Class 5 Armstrong Autocannon]] with twenty rounds ammunition which are both mounted in the 'Mech's right arm. In addition to its autocannon, the 'Mech has been fitted with single [[Heat Sink]] found in its right leg which would allow the 'Mech to enter water for cooling purposes. BV (1.0) = 339<ref>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I'', p. 32</ref>
  
* ArgoMech MOD-B - This the second military refit/variant of the ''AgroMech''.  This this variant continues to use Starlab/3 Military Armor.  Its right arm's lower actuator is replaced with a [[Rotary Autocannon/2]].  It still mounts its original DiNapoli “Groundhog” Reinforced Combine after closing for for melee combat.<ref>http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/fire_for_effect_29.pdf MWDA Bannson's Raider's dossier of Bill Maiglow</ref>
+
*;ArgoMech MOD-B : This the second military refit/variant of the ''AgroMech''.  This this variant continues to use Starlab/3 Military Armor.  Its right arm's lower actuator is replaced with a [[Rotary Autocannon/2]].  It still mounts its original DiNapoli “Groundhog” Reinforced Combine after closing for for melee combat.<ref>http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/fire_for_effect_29.pdf MWDA Bannson's Raider's dossier of Bill Maiglow</ref>
  
 
==Record Sheet and Fluff Notes==
 
==Record Sheet and Fluff Notes==

Revision as of 17:58, 19 October 2013

AgroMech (Achernar IndustrialMechs)
AgroMech (Achernar IndustrialMechs)
Production information
Manufacturer
Use Harvesting crops, agriculture-related labor
Class
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere Standard
Mass
Chassis
Armor
Engine
Speed km/h
Armament

Class III Heavy-Duty Claw
Archenar Series 3 Industral Rotary Saw[1]

BV (1.0) 423[2]
BV (2.0) ???


Description

One of many AgroMechs on the market in the mid-31st Century, this machine was produced by Achernar IndustrialMechs (formerly Achernar BattleMechs). [3] The 'Mech is noted for having more armor than any other AgroMech in its class. It became popular on harvesting worlds in the years leading up to 3130.

Equipment and Capacities

The Achernar AgroMech[4] is equipped with a Class III Heavy-Duty Claw, to allow it to move grain or other items it must handle. Its primary piece of equipment is a Rotary Saw. The machine is powered by a 140 rated Internal Combustion Engine which allows it to move around fields very quickly.

To protect the machine from being damaged by inexperienced operators or other hazards, its chassis is encased with HeavyDuty II Armor.

Cargo

None

Variants

  • AgroMech MOD 
    This is a stripped down and armed variant of the AgroMech which began to appear in 3132. The variant suffers from a significant reduction of armor and speed. It is armed with Class 5 Armstrong Autocannon with twenty rounds ammunition which are both mounted in the 'Mech's right arm. In addition to its autocannon, the 'Mech has been fitted with single Heat Sink found in its right leg which would allow the 'Mech to enter water for cooling purposes. BV (1.0) = 339[5]
  • ArgoMech MOD-B 
    This the second military refit/variant of the AgroMech. This this variant continues to use Starlab/3 Military Armor. Its right arm's lower actuator is replaced with a Rotary Autocannon/2. It still mounts its original DiNapoli “Groundhog” Reinforced Combine after closing for for melee combat.[6]

Record Sheet and Fluff Notes

The AgroMech was one early MechWarrior: Dark Age IndustrialMechs to be given stats. Since this design was published in 2002, the 'Mech's armor uses Standard BattleMech armor instead of Industrial Armor introduced in TechManual.

Naming conventions states that it is representive of all AgroMechs produced. Thus another generic design, the Harvester though similar to this 'Mech, is considered different.

References

  1. Ghost War (Original Printing) - TRO 3130 - equipment actual spelling
  2. Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I, p. 31
  3. Ghost War (Original Printing), Mini-TRO 3130 - AgroMech vehicle profile revealing Achernar name change.
  4. Ghost War (Original Printing), Mini-TRO 3130 - Fluff names the machine Company name type of machine it is, thus giving it a unique name.
  5. Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I, p. 32
  6. http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/fire_for_effect_29.pdf MWDA Bannson's Raider's dossier of Bill Maiglow

Bibliography