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Line 1: {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Brahama.jpg |image=Brahama.jpg − |name=''Brahma'' + |name=Brahma − |manufacturer=[[Taurus Territorial Industries]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 88-89, "BRM-5A Brahma"</ref> + |manufacturer=[[Taurus Territorial Industries]]<ref name="tro85">''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 88</ref> |production year=3080 |production year=3080 − |year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/426/ MUL online data for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> + |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/426/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |model=BRM-5A |model=BRM-5A |class=Heavy |class=Heavy − |cost=11,723,680 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> + |cost=11,723,680 C-bills − |Tech Base= Inner Sphere + |Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]] − |mech type= BattleMech |mass=60 |mass=60 − |chassis=[[TTI MK VI]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |chassis=Standard − |armor=[[Durallex Heavy]] w/[[CASE]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |armor=Durallex Heavy − |engine=[[VOX 300 XL]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |engine=[[VOX 300 XL]] − |comsys=[[Neil 9000-C]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |comsys=[[Neil 9000-C]] − |T&T=[[Octagon Accutrak w/Enhanced Targeting]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |T&T=[[Octagon Accutrak w/Enhanced Targeting]] − |heat sinks=13 [[Double heat sinks]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |heat sinks=13 [[Double heat sinks]] − |speed=86<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |speed=86 − |jumpjets=[[Rawlings 54]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + |jumpjets=Rawlings 54 |armament= |armament= − * 1x [[Light AC/5]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + * 1x [[Light AC/5]] − * 1x [[Flamer]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + * 1x [[Flamer]] − * 3x [[ER medium laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + * 3x [[ER Medium Laser]]s − * 1x [[Streak SRM-6]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + * 1x [[Streak SRM-6]] − * 1x [[Anti-missile system]]<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + * 1x [[Anti-Missile System]] |BV (1.0)= |BV (1.0)= − |BV (2.0)=1,572<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 70</ref> + |BV (2.0)=1,572<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 89</ref> }} }} − == Description == + ==Description== − The '''''Brahma''''' was designed after the [[Taurian Concordat]] was invaded during the [[Jihad]]. During that time, the [[Taurian Defense Force]] took heavy losses when they put their older machines up against the cutting edge technologies available to the [[Federated Suns]]. Though the Taurians were successful in driving the [[AFFS]] out of Taurian space and inflicted notable losses on the Federated Suns, the cost to the Concordat in men and matériel was just too high. With that realization uppermost in their minds, the TDF commissioned a new BattleMech that would force the Taurian industrial community to upgrade their factories. If the factory wasn't able to build a component the designers wanted, the TDF reallocated funds to add that production capability to the factory. Thus the ''Brahma'' serves not only as a BattleMech for combat, but as a technology driver as well.<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + The '''''Brahma''''' was designed after the [[Taurian Concordat]] was invaded during the [[Jihad]]. During that time, the [[Taurian Defense Force]] took heavy losses when they put their older machines up against the cutting edge technologies available to the [[Federated Suns]]. Though the Taurians were successful in driving the [[AFFS]] out of Taurian space and inflicted notable losses on the Federated Suns, the cost to the Concordat in men and material was just too high. With that realization uppermost in their minds, the TDF commissioned a new BattleMech that would force the Taurian industrial community to upgrade their factories. If the factory wasn't able to build a component the designers wanted, the TDF reallocated funds to add that production capability to the factory. Thus the ''Brahma'' serves not only as a BattleMech for combat, but as a technology driver as well. − Though the designers originally wanted a 55 ton 'Mech that would complement the ''[[Griffin]]'', ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'', and ''[[Wolverine]]'', they were unable to fit all the technology in a medium 'Mech chassis. The ''Brahma'' therefore displaces sixty tons. The standard armor and chassis are quickly and easily produced by the Taurians, while the XL Engine pushes the 'Mech to a top speed of 86 km/h. To provide extra mobility the ''Brahma'' has a 90 meter jump capability. To protect the MechWarrior, the ''Brahma'' carries over twelve tons of armor and uses [[CASE]] to protect the ammunition. Finally, the [[Targeting Computer]] improves weapon accuracy and provides a nasty surprise for anyone foolish enough to dismiss the ''Brahma''.<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + Though the designers originally wanted a 55 ton 'Mech that would complement the ''[[Griffin]]'', ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'', and ''[[Wolverine]]'', they were unable to fit all the technology in a medium 'Mech chassis. The ''Brahma'' therefore displaces sixty tons. The standard armor and chassis are quickly and easily produced by the Taurians, while the XL Engine pushes the 'Mech to a top speed of 86 km/h. To provide extra mobility the ''Brahma'' has a 90 meter jump capability. To protect the MechWarrior, the ''Brahma'' carries over twelve tons of armor and uses [[CASE]] to protect the ammunition. Finally, the [[Targeting Computer]] improves weapon accuracy and provides a nasty surprise for anyone foolish enough to dismiss the ''Brahma''.<ref name="tro85"/> − == Weapons and Equipment == + ==Weapons and Equipment== − The primary long range firepower of the ''Brahma'' comes from the [[Pontiac Ultralight]] [[Light AC/5]] built into the torso. This weapon has a slightly shorter range than a standard AC/5 but the weight saved allows the ''Brahma'' to carry a trio of [[Diverse Optics (ERML)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER Medium Laser]]s for close combat. The LAC/5 can also use [[:Category:Special Munitions|special autocannon ammunition]] types captured from the AFFS. A [[Hovertec (SSRM6)|Hovertec]] [[Streak SRM-6]] insures that every missile will inflict the maximum amount of damage possible. To destroy enemy infantry, the ''Brahma'' uses a single [[Flameshot]] [[Flamer]]. Finally, the head-mounted [[McArthur Mk.II]] [[anti-missile system]] prevented the ''Brahma'' from being overwhelmed by a massive [[rocket launcher]] salvo.<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> + The primary long range firepower of the ''Brahma'' comes from the [[Light AC/5]] built into the torso. This weapon has a slightly shorter range than a standard AC/5 but the weight saved allows the ''Brahma'' to carry a trio of [[ER Medium Laser]]s for close combat. The LAC/5 can also use [[:Category:Special Munitions|special autocannon ammunition]] types captured from the AFFS. A Streak SRM-6 insures that every missile will inflict the maximum amount of damage possible. To destroy enemy infantry, the ''Brahma'' uses a single [[Flamer]]. Finally, the head-mounted [[Anti-Missile System]] prevents the ''Brahma'' from being overwhelmed by a massive [[Rocket Launcher]] salvo.<ref name="tro85"/> − == Variants == + ==Variants== − *;BRM-5B : This version, developed in the same year as the BRM-5A variant,<ref name="MUL2"/>, removed the anti-missile system and LAC/5 and replaced them with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[large X-pulse laser]].<ref name="TRO:3085p88+"/> BV (2.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 135</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/427/brahma-brm-5b/ MUL online data for the Brahma BRM-5B variant]''</ref> + *;BRM-5B : This version removes the Anti-Missile System and LAC/5 and replaces them with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Large X-Pulse Laser]].<ref name="tro85"/> BV (2.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 135</ref> − *;BRM-6T : Apparently inspired by reports of [[QuadVees]], this version uses an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to install tracks in the legs. The chassis swap didn't free enough weight, so this version also removes the jump jets and CASE system of the original. It carries a [[PPC]] for firepower.<ref name="TRO:3150p223">''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223, "New Tech, New Upgrades - BattleMechs"</ref> + *;BRM-6T : Apparently inspired by reports of [[QuadVees]], this version uses an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to install tracks in the legs. The chassis swap didn't free enough weight, so this version also removes the jump jets and CASE system of the original. It carries a [[PPC]] for firepower.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref> − == Design Quirks ==+ ==References== − The ''Brahma'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Design Quirk Table - Brahma.</ref> − *[[Stabilized Weapon|Stabilized Weapon (LAC/5)]] − − == References == <references /> <references /> − == Bibliography == + ==Bibliography== − * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]]+ [[Category:BattleMechs]] − [[Category:BattleMechs|Brahma]] + [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] − [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs|Brahma]] + [[Category:60 ton BattleMechs]] − [[Category:60 ton BattleMechs|Brahma]] − [[Category:Taurian Concordat BattleMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Brahama.jpg | |image=Brahama.jpg | ||
| − | |name= | + | |name=Brahma |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Taurus Territorial Industries]]<ref name=" | + | |manufacturer=[[Taurus Territorial Industries]]<ref name="tro85">''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 88</ref> |
|production year=3080 | |production year=3080 | ||
| − | |year reference=<ref | + | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/426/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
|model=BRM-5A | |model=BRM-5A | ||
|class=Heavy | |class=Heavy | ||
| − | |cost=11,723,680 | + | |cost=11,723,680 C-bills |
| − | |Tech Base= Inner Sphere | + | |Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]] |
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|mass=60 | |mass=60 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis=Standard |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=Durallex Heavy |
| − | |engine=[[VOX 300 XL]] | + | |engine=[[VOX 300 XL]] |
| − | |comsys=[[Neil 9000-C]] | + | |comsys=[[Neil 9000-C]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Octagon Accutrak w/Enhanced Targeting]] | + | |T&T=[[Octagon Accutrak w/Enhanced Targeting]] |
| − | |heat sinks=13 [[Double heat sinks]] | + | |heat sinks=13 [[Double heat sinks]] |
| − | |speed=86 | + | |speed=86 |
| − | |jumpjets= | + | |jumpjets=Rawlings 54 |
|armament= | |armament= | ||
| − | * 1x [[Light AC/5]] | + | * 1x [[Light AC/5]] |
| − | * 1x [[Flamer]] | + | * 1x [[Flamer]] |
| − | * 3x [[ER | + | * 3x [[ER Medium Laser]]s |
| − | * 1x [[Streak SRM-6]] | + | * 1x [[Streak SRM-6]] |
| − | * 1x [[Anti- | + | * 1x [[Anti-Missile System]] |
|BV (1.0)= | |BV (1.0)= | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,572 | + | |BV (2.0)=1,572<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 89</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
| − | == Description == | + | ==Description== |
| − | The '''''Brahma''''' was designed after the [[Taurian Concordat]] was invaded during the [[Jihad]]. During that time, the [[Taurian Defense Force]] took heavy losses when they put their older machines up against the cutting edge technologies available to the [[Federated Suns]]. Though the Taurians were successful in driving the [[AFFS]] out of Taurian space and inflicted notable losses on the Federated Suns, the cost to the Concordat in men and | + | The '''''Brahma''''' was designed after the [[Taurian Concordat]] was invaded during the [[Jihad]]. During that time, the [[Taurian Defense Force]] took heavy losses when they put their older machines up against the cutting edge technologies available to the [[Federated Suns]]. Though the Taurians were successful in driving the [[AFFS]] out of Taurian space and inflicted notable losses on the Federated Suns, the cost to the Concordat in men and material was just too high. With that realization uppermost in their minds, the TDF commissioned a new BattleMech that would force the Taurian industrial community to upgrade their factories. If the factory wasn't able to build a component the designers wanted, the TDF reallocated funds to add that production capability to the factory. Thus the ''Brahma'' serves not only as a BattleMech for combat, but as a technology driver as well. |
| − | Though the designers originally wanted a 55 ton 'Mech that would complement the ''[[Griffin]]'', ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'', and ''[[Wolverine]]'', they were unable to fit all the technology in a medium 'Mech chassis. The ''Brahma'' therefore displaces sixty tons. The standard armor and chassis are quickly and easily produced by the Taurians, while the XL Engine pushes the 'Mech to a top speed of 86 km/h. To provide extra mobility the ''Brahma'' has a 90 meter jump capability. To protect the MechWarrior, the ''Brahma'' carries over twelve tons of armor and uses [[CASE]] to protect the ammunition. Finally, the [[Targeting Computer]] improves weapon accuracy and provides a nasty surprise for anyone foolish enough to dismiss the ''Brahma''.<ref name=" | + | Though the designers originally wanted a 55 ton 'Mech that would complement the ''[[Griffin]]'', ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'', and ''[[Wolverine]]'', they were unable to fit all the technology in a medium 'Mech chassis. The ''Brahma'' therefore displaces sixty tons. The standard armor and chassis are quickly and easily produced by the Taurians, while the XL Engine pushes the 'Mech to a top speed of 86 km/h. To provide extra mobility the ''Brahma'' has a 90 meter jump capability. To protect the MechWarrior, the ''Brahma'' carries over twelve tons of armor and uses [[CASE]] to protect the ammunition. Finally, the [[Targeting Computer]] improves weapon accuracy and provides a nasty surprise for anyone foolish enough to dismiss the ''Brahma''.<ref name="tro85"/> |
| − | == Weapons and Equipment == | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== |
| − | The primary long range firepower of the ''Brahma'' comes from the | + | The primary long range firepower of the ''Brahma'' comes from the [[Light AC/5]] built into the torso. This weapon has a slightly shorter range than a standard AC/5 but the weight saved allows the ''Brahma'' to carry a trio of [[ER Medium Laser]]s for close combat. The LAC/5 can also use [[:Category:Special Munitions|special autocannon ammunition]] types captured from the AFFS. A Streak SRM-6 insures that every missile will inflict the maximum amount of damage possible. To destroy enemy infantry, the ''Brahma'' uses a single [[Flamer]]. Finally, the head-mounted [[Anti-Missile System]] prevents the ''Brahma'' from being overwhelmed by a massive [[Rocket Launcher]] salvo.<ref name="tro85"/> |
| − | == Variants == | + | ==Variants== |
| − | *;BRM-5B : This version | + | *;BRM-5B : This version removes the Anti-Missile System and LAC/5 and replaces them with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Large X-Pulse Laser]].<ref name="tro85"/> BV (2.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 135</ref> |
| − | *;BRM-6T : Apparently inspired by reports of [[QuadVees]], this version uses an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to install tracks in the legs. The chassis swap didn't free enough weight, so this version also removes the jump jets and CASE system of the original. It carries a [[PPC]] for firepower.<ref | + | *;BRM-6T : Apparently inspired by reports of [[QuadVees]], this version uses an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to install tracks in the legs. The chassis swap didn't free enough weight, so this version also removes the jump jets and CASE system of the original. It carries a [[PPC]] for firepower.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref> |
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| − | == Bibliography == | + | ==Bibliography== |
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* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' | ||
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| − | [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs | + | [[Category:60 ton BattleMechs]] |
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