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| − | {{ | + | {{InfoBoxBattleMech |
| − | | image = | + | | image = Arbiter TROPrototypes.jpg |
| − | | name = Arbiter | + | | name = ''Arbiter'' |
| − | | manufacturer = [[Meridian Manufacturing]]<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 8</ref> | + | | model = ARB-001 |
| + | | manufacturer = [[Meridian Manufacturing]]<ref name=XTROCp8>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 8</ref> | ||
| production year=3074 | | production year=3074 | ||
| year reference=<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3714/arbiter-securitymech-arb-001 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3714/arbiter-securitymech-arb-001 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| − | | Use = MilitiaMech | + | | Use = [[MilitiaMech]] |
|Tech Base =Inner Sphere | |Tech Base =Inner Sphere | ||
|mech type =IndustrialMech | |mech type =IndustrialMech | ||
|feet=4 | |feet=4 | ||
| − | | cost = 1,624,607 C- | + | | cost = 1,624,607 [[C-bill]]s |
| introduced = Jihad Era | | introduced = Jihad Era | ||
| mass = 35 | | mass = 35 | ||
| − | | chassis = Industrial | + | | chassis = [[Industrial chassis]] |
| − | | engine = 175 [[ | + | | engine = [[175-rated]] [[fuel cell]] |
| + | | comsys = [[Meridian Broadband]] | ||
| + | | T&T = [[Meridian T-60]] | ||
| + | | heat sinks = 1 [[Heat Sink|single]] | ||
| speed = 86.4 | | speed = 86.4 | ||
| armament = | | armament = | ||
| − | * | + | * 1x [[Heavy rifle]] |
| − | + | | armor = [[Barrier Armor Rating#IndustrialMech Armor|Lexington Limited]] | |
| − | | armor = [[ | ||
| equipment = | | equipment = | ||
| − | *[[Advanced | + | * 1x [[Advanced fire control]] |
| BV (1.0) = | | BV (1.0) = | ||
| BV (2.0) = 507<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 101</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 507<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 101</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Built by [[Meridian Manufacturing]], the '''''Arbiter''''' is nothing more than a light WorkMech crafted to look like a large and impressive [[BattleMech| | + | Built by [[Meridian Manufacturing]], the '''''Arbiter''''' is nothing more than a light [[WorkMech]] crafted to look like a large and impressive [[BattleMech|heavy BattleMech]]. Despite its unremarkable nature, Meridian has been extremely successful in selling the design in battalion-sized lots, with a six-month back order.<ref name=XTROCp8 /> The reason for this is their keen understanding of pirate psychology; despite its thin armor and limited weaponry, the ''Arbiter'' is an intimidating sight that will quickly encourage most pirates to find an easier looking target. |
As early as [[3068]], individual copies of the ''Arbiter'' were seen in the [[Rim Collection]], [[Lyran Commonwealth]], and the [[Free Worlds League]]. The ''Arbiter'' has also proven popular with mercenary units in the area, who use it as a cheap security unit.<ref name=TROP100/> | As early as [[3068]], individual copies of the ''Arbiter'' were seen in the [[Rim Collection]], [[Lyran Commonwealth]], and the [[Free Worlds League]]. The ''Arbiter'' has also proven popular with mercenary units in the area, who use it as a cheap security unit.<ref name=TROP100/> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Arbiter'' is armed with a primitive [[ | + | The ''Arbiter'' is armed with a single obsolete, primitive [[heavy rifle]] fed by only six rounds of ammunition, and this primitive weapon is of limited use on a modern battlefield. Despite this, the weapon's large size and the cosmetic enhancement of its housing make it look like a much more dangerous weapon such as a [[AC/20]] or a [[Gauss rifle]], achieving the ''Arbiter''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s goal of having a large and frightening bark to cover up its weak bite.<ref name=XTROCp8 /> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | There are no factory variants known to exist, but individual users have been able to swap the | + | There are no factory variants known to exist, but individual users have been able to swap the [[heavy rifle]] for a more modern [[AC/5]].<ref name=TROP100>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 100</ref> [[Able's Aces]] deployed several of these autocannon-armed ''Arbiters'' during a raid on [[Wiltshire]] in [[3136]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', p. 36</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
The ARB-001 ''Arbiter'' is subject of the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> | The ARB-001 ''Arbiter'' is subject of the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> | ||
| − | * [[Exposed Weapon Linkage]] | + | * [[Exposed Weapon Linkage]] |
* [[Distracting]] | * [[Distracting]] | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]'' | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | ||
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| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 19:57, 11 March 2024
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| Arbiter | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Meridian Manufacturing[1] |
| Use | MilitiaMech |
| Production Year | 3074[2] |
| Model | ARB-001 |
| Class | Light |
| Introduced | Jihad Era |
| Cost | 1,624,607 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere IndustrialMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | Industrial chassis |
| Armor | Lexington Limited |
| Engine | 175-rated fuel cell |
| Communications System | Meridian Broadband |
| Targeting Tracking System | Meridian T-60 |
| Heat Sinks | 1 single |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 507[3] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Built by Meridian Manufacturing, the Arbiter is nothing more than a light WorkMech crafted to look like a large and impressive heavy BattleMech. Despite its unremarkable nature, Meridian has been extremely successful in selling the design in battalion-sized lots, with a six-month back order.[1] The reason for this is their keen understanding of pirate psychology; despite its thin armor and limited weaponry, the Arbiter is an intimidating sight that will quickly encourage most pirates to find an easier looking target.
As early as 3068, individual copies of the Arbiter were seen in the Rim Collection, Lyran Commonwealth, and the Free Worlds League. The Arbiter has also proven popular with mercenary units in the area, who use it as a cheap security unit.[4]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Arbiter is armed with a single obsolete, primitive heavy rifle fed by only six rounds of ammunition, and this primitive weapon is of limited use on a modern battlefield. Despite this, the weapon's large size and the cosmetic enhancement of its housing make it look like a much more dangerous weapon such as a AC/20 or a Gauss rifle, achieving the Arbiter's goal of having a large and frightening bark to cover up its weak bite.[1]
Variants[edit]
There are no factory variants known to exist, but individual users have been able to swap the heavy rifle for a more modern AC/5.[4] Able's Aces deployed several of these autocannon-armed Arbiters during a raid on Wiltshire in 3136.[5]
Design Quirks[edit]
The ARB-001 Arbiter is subject of the following Design Quirks:[3]