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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Bombard.JPG | + | |image = Bombard.JPG |
| − | |name=Bombard | + | |name = ''Bombard'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Solaris Arms]] | + | |manufacturer = [[Solaris Arms]] |
| − | |model=BMB-013 | + | |production year = 3063 |
| − | |class=Medium | + | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/419/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |cost= 5,547,500 C- | + | |model = BMB-013 |
| − | |mass=50 | + | |class = Medium |
| − | |chassis=Solaris Arms BX-01 [[ | + | |cost = 5,547,500 [[C-bill]]s |
| − | |armor=ArcShield Heavy with [[CASE]] and [[ | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |engine=Hermes 100 [[ | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |speed=32 | + | |mass = 50 |
| − | |jumpjets= | + | |chassis = [[Solaris Arms BX-01]] [[endo steel]] |
| − | |armament= | + | |armor = [[ArcShield Heavy]] with [[CASE]] and [[spike]]s |
| − | |BV (1.0)=658 | + | |engine = [[Hermes 100 XL]] |
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,001<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades | + | |comsys = [[Dalban Micronics]] |
| − | }} | + | |T&T = [[Dalban HiRez]] |
| + | |heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]] | ||
| + | |speed = 32 | ||
| + | |jumpjets = | ||
| + | |armament = | ||
| + | * 2x [[Thunderbolt 15]]s | ||
| + | * 2x [[ER medium laser]]s | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = 658 | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,001<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 249</ref> | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | ==Description== | ||
| + | Originally debuting in [[3054]], [[Solaris Arms]]' ponderous '''''Bombard''''' favors the all or nothing approach, prioritizing overwhelming firepower over speed. Little more than a walking turret, the ''Bombard'' packs a heavyweight punch for its 50 ton mass, relying on it overwhelming its targets before its pathetic mobility can be exploited. This was a tradeoff only a few [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] were willing to consider, however, among them [["Mad Dog" MacNaughton]].<ref name="1992UpdateFlyer">''1992 Update Flyer'', p. 5: "Solaris 7 'Mechs"</ref> When interest in the design faded after a humiliating Davion Arena match in [[3054]] publicly laid bare its flaws, Solaris Arms went back to the drawing board and resigned the 'mech. A modernized ''Bombard'' was then introduced in [[3064]].<ref name=TRO:3055Up150-151>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', pp. 150–151: "BMB-013 Bombard"</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | While retaining the [[Hermes 100]] [[XL engine]] and [[endo steel]] chassis of the original, Solaris Arms enhanced its defensive protection with [[CASE]] in the side torsos while reinforced [[spike]]s were added to the legs. Though correcting one notable flaw, replacing the problematic but compact [[War of 3039]]-vintage [[double heat sink]]s and their corrosive coolant with [[Heat Sink|standard models]], most critics point out that the modern version's performance is little changed from the despised original.<ref name=TRO:3055Up150-151/> | ||
| + | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| + | The modern ''Bombard'' is armed with two [[Solaris Arms XT-15]] [[Thunderbolt 15]]s, with three tons of [[CASE]]-protected reloads for each launcher. This is enough for a combined total of 24 shots, give the ''Bombard'' reasonable endurance in the arenas. Supporting the Thunderbolt launchers is a pair of [[Diverse Optics (ERML)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRO:3055Up150-151/> | ||
| − | == | + | ==Variants== |
| − | + | *; BMB-010 : The original ''Bombard'' mounted a pair of massive [[AC/20]]s in place of the [[Thunderbolt 15]] launchers as well as standard [[medium laser]]s instead of the BMB-013's [[ER medium laser]]s. This version was also equipped with experimental [[War of 3039]]-vintage [[double heat sink]]s, less bulky than standard [[Double Heat Sink|double]], but which utilized corrosive coolant. BV (2.0) = 850<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 248</ref> | |
| − | + | *; BMB-016 : This ''Bombard'' variant uses engines and [[compact heat sink]]s originally intended for the [[Hornet#Variants|HNT-181 ''Hornet'']]. It also carries [[light Gauss rifle]]s and a [[Chameleon Light Polarization Shield]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref> | |
| − | + | *; BMB-1X : This variant swaps out the [[Thunderbolt 15]] launchers in favor of two [[Clan]]-tech [[Gauss rifle]]s, and replaces the [[ER medium laser]]s with three [[M-Pod]]s. A [[Supercharger|supercharged]] [[XXL engine]] allows this variant to reach speeds approaching 90 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,635<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 250</ref> | |
| − | == | + | == Design Quirks == |
| − | + | The ''Bombard'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Bombard</ref> | |
| + | * [[Bad Reputation]] | ||
| + | * [[Non-Standard Parts]] | ||
| − | == | + | ==Notes== |
| − | *''' | + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Bombarde'''''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''BBD-010'''. |
| − | + | ==Gallery== | |
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Bombard BMB-010 RS3055Uu.jpg|Original BMB-010 ''Bombard'' from ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged|RS:3055Uu]]'' | ||
| + | Bombard.JPG|''Bombard'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[ | + | * ''[[1992 Update Flyer]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | |
| − | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | |
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' | ||
| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:50 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:50 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Solarian BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Solarian BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Melee BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:52, 20 February 2024
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| Bombard | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Solaris Arms |
| Production Year | 3063[1] |
| Model | BMB-013 |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 5,547,500 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Solaris Arms BX-01 endo steel |
| Armor | ArcShield Heavy with CASE and spikes |
| Engine | Hermes 100 XL |
| Communications System | Dalban Micronics |
| Targeting Tracking System | Dalban HiRez |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Speed | 32 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 658 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,001[2] |
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Description[edit]
Originally debuting in 3054, Solaris Arms' ponderous Bombard favors the all or nothing approach, prioritizing overwhelming firepower over speed. Little more than a walking turret, the Bombard packs a heavyweight punch for its 50 ton mass, relying on it overwhelming its targets before its pathetic mobility can be exploited. This was a tradeoff only a few MechWarriors were willing to consider, however, among them "Mad Dog" MacNaughton.[3] When interest in the design faded after a humiliating Davion Arena match in 3054 publicly laid bare its flaws, Solaris Arms went back to the drawing board and resigned the 'mech. A modernized Bombard was then introduced in 3064.[4]
While retaining the Hermes 100 XL engine and endo steel chassis of the original, Solaris Arms enhanced its defensive protection with CASE in the side torsos while reinforced spikes were added to the legs. Though correcting one notable flaw, replacing the problematic but compact War of 3039-vintage double heat sinks and their corrosive coolant with standard models, most critics point out that the modern version's performance is little changed from the despised original.[4]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The modern Bombard is armed with two Solaris Arms XT-15 Thunderbolt 15s, with three tons of CASE-protected reloads for each launcher. This is enough for a combined total of 24 shots, give the Bombard reasonable endurance in the arenas. Supporting the Thunderbolt launchers is a pair of Diverse Optics ER medium lasers.[4]
Variants[edit]
- BMB-010
- The original Bombard mounted a pair of massive AC/20s in place of the Thunderbolt 15 launchers as well as standard medium lasers instead of the BMB-013's ER medium lasers. This version was also equipped with experimental War of 3039-vintage double heat sinks, less bulky than standard double, but which utilized corrosive coolant. BV (2.0) = 850[5]
- BMB-016
- This Bombard variant uses engines and compact heat sinks originally intended for the HNT-181 Hornet. It also carries light Gauss rifles and a Chameleon Light Polarization Shield.[6]
- BMB-1X
- This variant swaps out the Thunderbolt 15 launchers in favor of two Clan-tech Gauss rifles, and replaces the ER medium lasers with three M-Pods. A supercharged XXL engine allows this variant to reach speeds approaching 90 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,635[7]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Bombard has the following Design Quirks:[8]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Bombarde. The model code was accordingly changed to BBD-010.
Gallery[edit]
Original BMB-010 Bombard from RS:3055Uu
Bombard from TRO:3055 Upgrade
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Bombard
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 249
- ↑ 1992 Update Flyer, p. 5: "Solaris 7 'Mechs"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, pp. 150–151: "BMB-013 Bombard"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 248
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3150, p. 223
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 250
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Bombard