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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Bishamon.jpg | |image=Bishamon.jpg | ||
− | |name=Bishamon | + | |name=''Bishamon'' |
− | |manufacturer=[[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]]<ref name=TRO:3060>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 90–91: "Bishamon Profile"</ref> |
+ | |production year=3060 | ||
+ | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/332/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|model=BSN-3K | |model=BSN-3K | ||
− | + | |cost= 8,866,750 [[C-bill]]s | |
− | |cost= 8, | + | |Tech Base=inner sphere |
+ | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
+ | |feet=quad | ||
|mass=45 | |mass=45 | ||
− | |chassis=Fortune VII [[ | + | |chassis=[[Fortune VII]] [[endo steel]] |
− | |armor=Nimakachi Type 3 | + | |armor=[[Nimakachi Type 3]] |
− | |engine=GM 315 XL | + | |engine=[[GM 315 XL]] |
+ | |comsys=[[Omicron 5000]] | ||
+ | |T&T=[[Eagle Eye B-16]] | ||
+ | |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | ||
|speed=118.8 | |speed=118.8 | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
− | *2x[[ER | + | * 2x [[ER medium laser]] |
− | *2x[[ | + | * 2x [[medium pulse laser]] |
− | *1x[[MRM-20]] | + | * 1x [[MRM-20]] |
− | |BV (1.0)=1,089 | + | |BV (1.0) = 1,089<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 133</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 111</ref> |
− | |BV (2.0)=1,374 | + | |BV (2.0) = 1,374<ref name=TRO:3060/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 129</ref> |
− | }} | + | }} |
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
− | The ''Bishamon'' is | + | The '''''Bishamon''''' is a quad [[BattleMech]] designed by [[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]], which uses a mix of advanced construction techniques and advanced weapons systems to both save weight and make it as effective as possible on the battlefield. Officials had approached Nimakachi Fusion after the success of the ''[[Venom]]'' to build a larger design with newer technologies that had been introduced at the time. Nimakachi engineers originally intended for the ''Bishamon'' to have [[jump jet]]s, however with a heavier weapons load the tradeoffs were enough to satisfy [[DCMS]] officials.<ref name=TRO:3060/> |
− | == | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== |
− | The ''Bishamon'' | + | Intended as a heavy scout, the ''Bishamon'' is built on a lightweight [[Fortune VII]] [[endo steel]] chassis and is powered by a [[GM 315]] [[XL engine]] that gives it a ground speed of 118.8 km/h. While the ''Bishamon''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s high ground speed makes it a hard target to hit, the 'Mech carries 10.5 tons of [[Nimakachi Type 3]] armor that provides adequate protection for the 'Mech's size. The ''Bishamon'' also has an extremely stable frame due to its quadrupedal chassis, at the expense of space available for weapons and equipment.<ref name=TRO:3060/> |
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+ | Engineers had clearly intended for the 'Mech to engage its enemies at short to medium ranges. The primary weapon on the 'Mech is a [[Shigunga (MRM20)|Shigunga]] [[MRM-20]] launcher, backed up by a pair of [[Diverse Optiucs (ERML)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]]s and two highly accurate [[Tronel XII]] [[medium pulse laser]]s. While the 'Mech is vulnerable to long-range attacks, when engaged in close quarters the ''Bishamon'' is an extremely dangerous 'Mech to face.<ref name=TRO:3060/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
− | * BSN-4K | + | *; BSN-4K : The 4K variant of the ''Bishamon'' is intended to command a C3 lance. In order to accomplish this, the 'Mech has had the [[MRM-20]] launcher downgraded to an [[MRM-10]] launcher, and replaces its two [[ER medium laser]]s with two [[ER small laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 932;<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 124</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 112</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,105<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 130</ref> |
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+ | *; BSN-5KC : Introduced during the [[Jihad]], the BSN-5KC is designed to be a partner to the 4K by featuring a [[C3 slave unit]] in its head. The design retains two of the original [[medium pulse laser]]s in the side torsos, while the [[MRM-20]] is exchanged for a more accurate [[snub-nose PPC]], and a single [[ER medium laser]] has been added to the design to give it more long-range firepower. For defenses, the armor is slightly increased in the rear, while a [[Guardian ECM suite]] is installed to enhance protection from sophisticated weaponry. BV (2.0) = 1,443<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 131</ref> | ||
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+ | ==Design Quirks== | ||
+ | The ''Bishamon'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Bishamon Entry</ref> | ||
+ | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Notes== | ||
+ | * The ''Bishamon'' is named for one of the seven gods of fortune, particularly the [[w:Vaiśravaṇa#In Japan|god of warfare and warriors]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Gallery== | ||
+ | <gallery> | ||
+ | File:Bishamon.jpg|Original ''Bishamon'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3060|TRO:3060]]'' | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
− | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
− | *''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
− | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | |
+ | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | ||
+ | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | ||
+ | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | ||
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[[Category:Quad BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Quad BattleMechs]] | ||
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[[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] | ||
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[[Category:C3 Master Equipped BattleMechs]] | [[Category:C3 Master Equipped BattleMechs]] |
Latest revision as of 09:43, 20 February 2024
Bishamon | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited[1] |
Production Year | 3060[2] |
Model | BSN-3K |
Class | Medium |
Cost | 8,866,750 C-bills |
Technical specifications | |
'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
Mass | 45 tons |
Chassis | Fortune VII endo steel |
Armor | Nimakachi Type 3 |
Engine | GM 315 XL |
Communications System | Omicron 5000 |
Targeting Tracking System | Eagle Eye B-16 |
Heat Sinks | 10 double |
Speed | 118.8 km/h |
Armament |
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BV (1.0) | 1,089[3][4] |
BV (2.0) | 1,374[1][5] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Bishamon is a quad BattleMech designed by Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited, which uses a mix of advanced construction techniques and advanced weapons systems to both save weight and make it as effective as possible on the battlefield. Officials had approached Nimakachi Fusion after the success of the Venom to build a larger design with newer technologies that had been introduced at the time. Nimakachi engineers originally intended for the Bishamon to have jump jets, however with a heavier weapons load the tradeoffs were enough to satisfy DCMS officials.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Intended as a heavy scout, the Bishamon is built on a lightweight Fortune VII endo steel chassis and is powered by a GM 315 XL engine that gives it a ground speed of 118.8 km/h. While the Bishamon's high ground speed makes it a hard target to hit, the 'Mech carries 10.5 tons of Nimakachi Type 3 armor that provides adequate protection for the 'Mech's size. The Bishamon also has an extremely stable frame due to its quadrupedal chassis, at the expense of space available for weapons and equipment.[1]
Engineers had clearly intended for the 'Mech to engage its enemies at short to medium ranges. The primary weapon on the 'Mech is a Shigunga MRM-20 launcher, backed up by a pair of Diverse Optics ER medium lasers and two highly accurate Tronel XII medium pulse lasers. While the 'Mech is vulnerable to long-range attacks, when engaged in close quarters the Bishamon is an extremely dangerous 'Mech to face.[1]
Variants[edit]
- BSN-4K
- The 4K variant of the Bishamon is intended to command a C3 lance. In order to accomplish this, the 'Mech has had the MRM-20 launcher downgraded to an MRM-10 launcher, and replaces its two ER medium lasers with two ER small lasers. BV (1.0) = 932;[6][7] BV (2.0) = 1,105[8]
- BSN-5KC
- Introduced during the Jihad, the BSN-5KC is designed to be a partner to the 4K by featuring a C3 slave unit in its head. The design retains two of the original medium pulse lasers in the side torsos, while the MRM-20 is exchanged for a more accurate snub-nose PPC, and a single ER medium laser has been added to the design to give it more long-range firepower. For defenses, the armor is slightly increased in the rear, while a Guardian ECM suite is installed to enhance protection from sophisticated weaponry. BV (2.0) = 1,443[9]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Bishamon has the following Design Quirk:[10]
Notes[edit]
- The Bishamon is named for one of the seven gods of fortune, particularly the god of warfare and warriors.
Gallery[edit]
Original Bishamon from TRO:3060
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 90–91: "Bishamon Profile"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Bishamon
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 133
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 111
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 129
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 124
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 112
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 130
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 131
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Bishamon Entry