Argus
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| Argus | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Achernar BattleMechs, Robinson Standard BattleWorks |
| Model | AGS-4D |
| Class | Heavy |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 60 tons |
| Chassis | 1A Type 12 Endo Steel |
| Armor | StarGuard II with CASE |
| Engine | GM 300 XL |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,426 |
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Description
Originally designed as an OmniMech, the Argus was developed in a joint venture between Achernar BattleMechs and Robinson Standard BattleWorks and was submitted as an OmniMech to the Department of the Quartermaster which rejected the design. Achernar and Robinson modified the 'Mech and resubmitted it as a standard BattleMech that was quickly picked up by the AFFC. The Argus is built around a lightweight GM 300 XL engine that gives the 'Mech a top speed of 86.4 km/h while sacrificing some survivability. The 'Mech is built on a 1A Type 12 Endo Steel chassis that saves weight for armor, weapons, and equipment. The Argus is protected by twelve and a half tons of StarGuard II armor with CASE to protect against a complete destruction in the event of an ammunition explosion. The Argus is also fitted with a Beagle Active Probe which makes it capable of finding hidden enemy units and helps protect the Argus from being ambushed.
Armament
The Argus is first and foremost a close combat 'Mech. For this reason, it carries as its main armament the Argus carries a Mydron Model RC Rotary Autocannon/5 which is capable of firing at up to six times the normal rate of a standard autocannon, making it a highly destructive at close range. This is backed up by two Bright-Bloom ER Medium Lasers for close combat. The Argus has a single Mydron Minigun Machine Gun to defend itself against unarmored infantry attacks, and also has a Federated 10-shot LRM-10 launcher which provides the Argus with some long range striking capabilities. The Rotary Autocannon/5 and the ER Medium Lasers are linked to an advanced Targeting Computer which makes them extremely accurate.
Variants
- AGS-2D - The 2D variant of the Argus was the originally planned primary configuration of the OmniMech version. The 2D removes the entire 'Mechs arsenal and is outfitted for long range combat. For direct fire the 2D has a single ER PPC capable of striign at extreme ranges. The 2D also has two LRM-15 launchers with Artemis IV fire control for greated missile accuraccy. BV (1.0) = 1,360