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| − | The '''''Bakeneko''''', this was a Medium Class [[BattleMech]] originally created by the [[Draconis Combine]] and [[Clan Nova Cat]] at the dawn of the [[32nd Century]]. | + | The '''''Bakeneko''''', this was a Medium Class [[BattleMech]] originally created by the [[Draconis Combine]] and [[Clan Nova Cat]] at the dawn of the [[32nd Century]]. The 'Mech was conceived in an collaboration between Clan Nova Cat scientists and engineers from [[LAW]]. Based on the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'', this slightly bigger design was intended as fire-support and skirmisher with same mobility of older design. The 'Mech was put into production in early [[3100]], where it was deployed to both Clan Nova Cat and [[DCMS]]'s [[11th Ghost]] and [[5th Sword of Light]] Regiments during the last year of the [[2nd Combine-Dominion War]] prior to the invasion [[Irece]] in June, 3100. |
The Bakeneko was known as effective fight machine, where it was crediting numerous kills by Draconis Combine forces during the conflict. | The Bakeneko was known as effective fight machine, where it was crediting numerous kills by Draconis Combine forces during the conflict. | ||
Revision as of 18:33, 20 November 2014
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| Bakeneko | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Irece Alpha |
| Production Year | 3100 |
| Model | BKN-1K |
| Class | Medium |
| Introduced | 3100[1] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Alshain Type N Endo Steel |
| Armor | StarSlab-5X w/Clan CASE |
| Engine | Clan Fusion 330 XL |
| Communications System | JNE Integrated |
| Targeting Tracking System | Build 3 Cat TTS |
| Heat Sinks | 20 |
| Speed | 64 km/h (96 km/h with MASC) |
| Jump Jets | 6 |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 2,022[2][3] |
Description
The Bakeneko, this was a Medium Class BattleMech originally created by the Draconis Combine and Clan Nova Cat at the dawn of the 32nd Century. The 'Mech was conceived in an collaboration between Clan Nova Cat scientists and engineers from LAW. Based on the Phoenix Hawk, this slightly bigger design was intended as fire-support and skirmisher with same mobility of older design. The 'Mech was put into production in early 3100, where it was deployed to both Clan Nova Cat and DCMS's 11th Ghost and 5th Sword of Light Regiments during the last year of the 2nd Combine-Dominion War prior to the invasion Irece in June, 3100.
The Bakeneko was known as effective fight machine, where it was crediting numerous kills by Draconis Combine forces during the conflict. [4]
Weapons and Equipment
The product of hybrid of Clan and Inner Sphere technology, the 'Mech gains significant benefits from its dual heritage. Using a Clan built 330-Rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine and use of Inner Spher Endosteel, the Bakeneko was able carry large array of weapons and equipment while maintaining a modest speeds. The Bakeneko was highly maneuverable, it was fitted with MASC giving it crucial bursts of extra acceleration and its six Icarus 99 TurboProp Experimental Jump Jets.
The Bakeneko's arsenal included array 3-tubed Shigunga-Light Multi-Missile Launchers and single Light PPC enhanced with a PPC Capacitor. It other energy weaponry included a Clan produced Extended-Range Large Laser, backed up by head mounted Extended-Range Medium Laser. Protecting the design from enemy fire, the 'Mech hull was fitted with 11.5 tons of StarSlab-5X Class Armor, with Clan CASE installed mitigated any explosive detonations from it's ammunition and PPC Capacitor.[5]
Notes
It is not known if the Bakeneko was returned to production after the destruction it factory on Irene as of this writing.
The Record Sheet for the 'Mech is only found in the source book, Historical: Wars of the Reunification Era.
References
- ↑ MUL Profile for the Bakeneko - BV2 & Introduction Year
- ↑ MUL Profile for the Bakeneko - BV2 & Introduction Year
- ↑ Historical: Wars of the Republic Era, pp. 106-107&110 Bakeneko - "BNK-1K Bakeneko - Battle Value.
- ↑ Historical: Wars of the Republic Era, pp. 36, 106 Bakeneko - "BNK-1K Bakeneko - Background information regarding the 'Mech and the factory's destruction in the 2nd Combine-Dominion War.
- ↑ Historical: Wars of the Republic Era, pp. 106-107&110 Bakeneko - "BNK-1K Bakeneko - Stats and what makes it tick.