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| − | |image=Ambassador.jpg | + | |image = Ambassador.jpg |
| − | |name= | + | |name = ''Ambassador'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Star League]] | + | |manufacturer = [[Star League]] |
| − | |model=MBSDR-I | + | ---- |
| − | |class=Ultralight | + | [[Corean Enterprises]] |
| − | |cost=1,478,410 C- | + | |model = MBSDR-I |
| − | |mass=15 | + | |class = Ultralight |
| − | |chassis=Corean Model 2AC | + | |cost = 1,478,410 [[C-bill]]s |
| − | |armor=Riese-110 | + | |Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] |
| − | |engine=VOX 165 | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |speed=177.3 | + | |feet = 2 |
| − | |comsys=[[Lynx-shur Multiband 12.6M]] | + | |mass = 15 |
| − | |jumpjets=[[Norse Industries 1G]] | + | |chassis = [[Corean Model 2AC]] |
| − | |armament=none | + | |armor = [[Riese-110]] |
| − | |BV (1.0)= | + | |engine = [[VOX 165]] |
| − | |BV (2.0)= | + | |speed = 177.3 |
| + | |comsys = [[Lynx-shur Multiband 12.6M]] | ||
| + | |T&T = [[Beta Finder 101]] | ||
| + | |heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | ||
| + | |jumpjets = [[Norse Industries 1G]] | ||
| + | |armament = none | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = n/a | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = n/a | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Ambassador''''' is an [[ | + | The '''''Ambassador''''' is an [[BattleMech#Ultralight|ultralight]] [[BattleMech]] notable for being completely unarmed; its purpose was exclusively limited to diplomatic representation. In this role, the ''Ambassador'' offered the reputation associated with a BattleMech without offensive potential. It is exceedingly fast, possibly the fastest 'Mech designed in its time, and able to outrun possible threats. It is also adequately armored for its purpose, considering its ultralight weight class. Two [[jump jet]]s provide a token jump capacity. |
| − | The [[Star League]] loaned out ''Ambassador''s for free to every dignitary who wanted one, and the concept was a success | + | The [[Star League]] loaned out ''Ambassador''s for free to every dignitary who wanted one, and the concept was a success. Before long, diplomatic negotiations were conducted from ''Ambassador''s, with the 'Mech's condition a matter of pride for its pilot, and it was often demanded that the other side pilot one as well to demonstrate respect and good faith. |
| − | At its height, some three hundred ''Ambassador''s were used throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. Few of these survived beyond the [[Extinction Era::Second Succession War]]. As of | + | At its height, some three hundred ''Ambassador''s were used throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. Few of these survived beyond the [[Extinction Era::Second Succession War]]. As of [[Reintroduction Year::3025]] [[ComStar]] is rumored to have restarted production on [[Terra]], at a rate of two per month. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | None known. Many surviving ''Ambassador''s are thought to have been stripped for parts, especially | + | None known. Many surviving ''Ambassador''s are thought to have been stripped for parts, especially their [[double heat sink]]s. |
==Notable pilots== | ==Notable pilots== | ||
| − | *[[Michael Cameron]] - The [[First Lord]] of the Star League liked to travel to council sessions in his ''Ambassador'', the ''Rising Star of Terra''. | + | * [[Michael Cameron II|Michael Cameron]] - The [[First Lord]] of the Star League liked to travel to council sessions in his ''Ambassador'', the ''Rising Star of Terra''. |
==Canonicity== | ==Canonicity== | ||
| − | The ''Ambassador'' was only ever described in [[StarDrive]]. Since this magazine is not currently counted among the [[canon]] | + | The ''Ambassador'' was only ever described in ''[[StarDrive]]''. Since this magazine is not currently counted among the [[canon|canonical]] sources for BattleTech, the 'Mech itself is not currently considered canonical either. |
| + | |||
| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | * Only 5% of surviving ''Ambassador''s retain any of their original Star League heat sinks. | ||
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *'' | + | * [[StarDrive|''StarDrive'', Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 13–15]] |
| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Ultralight BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Ultralight BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:15 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:15 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Apocryphal BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Apocryphal BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Star League BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 13:14, 18 February 2024
 | Apocryphal This article's subject is only mentioned in apocryphal sources, i.e. official BattleTech products which are not clearly Non-canon but do not meet the current Canon criteria either. For more information, check the Canonicity section. |
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| Ambassador | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Star League
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| Model | MBSDR-I |
| Class | Ultralight |
| Cost | 1,478,410 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 15 tons |
| Chassis | Corean Model 2AC |
| Armor | Riese-110 |
| Engine | VOX 165 |
| Communications System | Lynx-shur Multiband 12.6M |
| Targeting Tracking System | Beta Finder 101 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double |
| Speed | 177.3 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Norse Industries 1G |
| Armament |
none |
| BV (1.0) | n/a |
| BV (2.0) | n/a |
Description[edit]
The Ambassador is an ultralight BattleMech notable for being completely unarmed; its purpose was exclusively limited to diplomatic representation. In this role, the Ambassador offered the reputation associated with a BattleMech without offensive potential. It is exceedingly fast, possibly the fastest 'Mech designed in its time, and able to outrun possible threats. It is also adequately armored for its purpose, considering its ultralight weight class. Two jump jets provide a token jump capacity.
The Star League loaned out Ambassadors for free to every dignitary who wanted one, and the concept was a success. Before long, diplomatic negotiations were conducted from Ambassadors, with the 'Mech's condition a matter of pride for its pilot, and it was often demanded that the other side pilot one as well to demonstrate respect and good faith.
At its height, some three hundred Ambassadors were used throughout the Inner Sphere. Few of these survived beyond the Second Succession War. As of 3025 ComStar is rumored to have restarted production on Terra, at a rate of two per month.
Variants[edit]
None known. Many surviving Ambassadors are thought to have been stripped for parts, especially their double heat sinks.
Notable pilots[edit]
- Michael Cameron - The First Lord of the Star League liked to travel to council sessions in his Ambassador, the Rising Star of Terra.
Canonicity[edit]
The Ambassador was only ever described in StarDrive. Since this magazine is not currently counted among the canonical sources for BattleTech, the 'Mech itself is not currently considered canonical either.
Notes[edit]
- Only 5% of surviving Ambassadors retain any of their original Star League heat sinks.