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{{otheruses|the successor Catapult design|other uses|Catapult (disambiguation)}}
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
|image=Catapult II.jpg
 
|image=Catapult II.jpg
|name=''Catapult II''
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|name=Catapult II
 
|manufacturer=[[Hollis Incorporated]]
 
|manufacturer=[[Hollis Incorporated]]
 
|production year=3135
 
|production year=3135
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|cost=
 
|cost=
 
|Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]]
 
|Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]]
|mech type=Battlemech
 
|feet=2
 
 
|mass=70
 
|mass=70
|chassis=[[Hollis Mk.II-Beta Endo Steel]]
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|chassis=[[Endo-Steel|Hollis Mk.II-Beta Endo Steel]]
|armor= [[Ceres Heavy]]
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|armor=[[Standard Armor|Ceres Heavy]]
 
|engine=[[GM 280 XL]]
 
|engine=[[GM 280 XL]]
 
|comsys=[[O/P COM-211]]
 
|comsys=[[O/P COM-211]]
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|speed with MASC=
 
|speed with MASC=
 
|speed with TSM=
 
|speed with TSM=
|jumpjets=Unknown
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|jumpjets=120 Meters
|armament= <span></span>
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|armament= 2x [[LRM 20]] <br/> 2x [[TSEMP]] <br/> 2x [[ER Medium Lasers]]
* 2x [[LRM 20]]
 
* 2x [[TSEMP]]
 
* 2x [[ER Medium Laser]]
 
 
|BV (1.0)=
 
|BV (1.0)=
|BV (2.0)=2,574<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', p. 87: CPLT-L7 Catapult II - BV2</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6464/catapult-ii-cplt-l7 Master Unit List profile for Catapult II with Introduction Year & BV2.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 97</ref>
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|BV (2.0)=2,574<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', pp. 87 CPLT-L7 Catapult II - BV2</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6464/catapult-ii-cplt-l7 Master Unit List profile for Catapult II with Introduction Year & BV2.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 97</ref>
 
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}}  
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Catapult II''''' is a heavy [[BattleMech]] first built for the [[Capellan Confederation]] in 3130s. First produced in [[3135]] by [[Hollis Incorporated]] of [[Corey]], this slightly larger version of the original ''[[Catapult]]'' was conceived to test newly developed [[TSEMP|Tight-Stream-Electro-Magnetic-Pulse (TSEMP)]] Cannons technology while the overall design is intended to serve in the indirect fire-support role. Due to the weight of these tazer style weapons, the tonnage of the 'Mech was increased to overcome stress on the ''Catapult II'''s frame.  
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The '''''Catapult II''''' is a Heavy Class [[BattleMech]] first built for the [[Capellan Confederation]] in 3140s. First produced in 3135 by Hollis Inc of [[Corey]] this slightly larger version of the original ''[[Catapult]]'' was conceived to test newly developed TSEMP Cannons technology while the overall design is intended to serve in the indirect fire-support role. Due to the weight of these tazer style weapons, the tonnage of the 'Mech was increased to overcome stress on the ''Catapult II'''s frame.  
  
Not a popular 'Mech among the [[Capellan Confederation Armed Forces]], the base model is known for its heat management issues. However, the 'Mech would prove its worth in battle in [[3145]] during the House Liao incursion into the [[Federated Suns]]. ''Catapult II''s were serving among the [[Third McCarron's Armored Cavalry]] and [[Sung's Rangers]] Regiments invading [[Taygeta]] and went on prove the design's potential. After exhausting their ammunition bins of their long-range missiles, a pair of these 'Mechs would force Liao's advance into the battle lines of [[Ridgebrook CMM]] and [[5th Crucis Lancers]]. In the ensuing battle, efforts of the L7s among other heavy 'Mechs forced Davion forces to withdraw due to the 'Mech-crippling TSEMPs and physical attacks. Even though the pair were taken out in the process, they were credited for turning the battle against a larger Davion formation.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', p. 40: Catapult II - Background.</ref>
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Not a popular 'Mech among the [[Capellan Confederation Armed Forces]], the base model is known for its heat management issues. However, the 'Mech would prove its worth in battle in 3145 during the House Liao incursion into the [[Federated Suns]]. ''Catapult II''s were serving among the [[3rd McCarron's Armored Cavalry]] and [[Sung's Rangers]] Regiments invading [[Taygeta]] and went on prove the design's potential. After exhausting their ammunition bins of their long-range missiles, a pair of these 'Mechs would force Liao's advance into the battle lines of [[Ridgebrook CMM]] and [[5th Crucis Lancers]]. In the ensuing battle, efforts of the L7s among other heavy 'Mechs forced Davion forces to withdraw due to the 'Mech-crippling TSEMPs and physical attacks. Even though the pair were taken out in the process, they were credited for turning the battle against a larger Davion formation.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', p. 40 Catapult II - Background.</ref>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
Built around a General Motors 280-rated [[extralight fusion engine]], and sturdy [[Hollis Mk.II-Beta]] Endo Steel chassis the 'Mech is able to carry a great deal of equipment.  The ''Catapult II'' retains the original's movement, jump capabilities and has a half ton more armor protection than its predecessor.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 85: Catapult - Armor Factor is 10 tons.</ref>  
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Built around a General Motors [[Extra-Light Fusion Engine|280-Rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine]], and sturdy Hollis Mk.II-Beta Endo Steel chassis the 'Mech is able to carry a great deal of equipment.  The ''Catapult II'' retains the original's movement, jump capabilities and has a half ton more armor protection than its predecessor.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 85 Catapult - Armor Factor is 10 tons.</ref>  
  
The 'Mech's long-range weaponry consists of a pair of [[Holly "Ballista-20"]] 20-tubed Long-Range Missile Launchers which are found in each of the 'Mech's stubby arm [[Actuator|actuators]]. Each of the launchers is allotted two tons of ammunition, which pilots must be mindful of during long duration conflicts.  The ''Catapult'''s most notable weapons are its two [[TSEMP Cannon|TSEMP Cannons]] mounted in the side torsos, which allow it to potentially disable an enemy 'Mech.  Serving as backup are more conventional weapons, a pair of [[Diverse Optics Sunfire]] [[Extended Range Medium Laser]]s that are located in the center torso.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', pp. 41, 87: Catapult II - Stats</ref>
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The 'Mech's long-range weaponry consists of a pair of Holly “Ballista-20“ 20-tubed Long-Range Missile Launchers which are found in each of the 'Mech's stubby arm [[Actuator|actuators]]. Each of the launchers is allotted two tons of ammunition, which pilots must be mindful of during long duration conflicts.  The ''Catapult'''s most notable weapons are its two TSEMP Cannons mounted in the side torsos, which allow potentially disabling an enemy 'Mech.  Serving as back up conventional weapons are pair of Diverse Optics Sunfire Extended Range Medium Lasers found in the center torso.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', pp. 41 & 87 Catapult II - Stats</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*;CPLT-L7L : Introduced a year after the base model in [[3136]], the [[Technology Rating|advanced]] L7L is designed as a more conventional Capellan design with enhanced armor. The 'Mech trades in all its base weaponry for two [[plasma rifle]]s mounted in each of the side torsos, and two [[MML 9|9-tube Multi-Missile Launchers]] in the 'Mech's stubby arms.  The rifles have two tons of ammunition while the missile launchers are allotted 4 tons. The design's most noted feature is its [[Heat-Dissipating Armor]], which offers the variant greater resistance to heat related attacks. BV2(2.0)=1,656<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', pp. 41, 88: Catapult II - Variant Info</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6465/catapult-ii-cplt-l7l Master Unit List profile for CPLT-L7L Catapult II variant with Introduction Year & BV2.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 98</ref>
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*;CPLT-L7L : Introduced a year after the base model in [[3136]], the [[Technology Rating|advanced]] L7L is designed as a more conventional Capellan design with enhanced armor. The 'Mech trades in all its base weaponry for two [[Plasma Rifles]] mount in each of the side torsos, and two [[MML 9|9-tubed Multi-Missile Launchers]] in the 'Mech's stubby arms actuators.  The Rifles have two tons of ammunition while the Missile launchers are allotted 4 tons. The design's most noted feature is its Heat-Dissipating Armor, which offers the variant greater resistance to heat related attacks. BV2(2.0)=1,656<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', pp. 41 & 88 Catapult II - Variant Info</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6465/catapult-ii-cplt-l7l Master Unit List profile for CPLT-L7L Catapult II variant with Introduction Year & BV2.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 98</ref>
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==Notes==
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This version of the ''Catapult'' (named CPLT-D1-H ''Catapult'' 'Cynosure') was first created by [[Wizkids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectible Miniatures]] game as a part of its 2007's [[MechWarrior:_Dark_Age#Action_Packs|''MechWarrior: Solaris VII'' Action Pack]] release. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to 3145.
  
==Design Quirks==
 
 
The ''Catapult II'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:
 
The ''Catapult II'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:
* [[Bad Reputation]]
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*[[Bad Reputation]]
 
 
==Notes==
 
* This version of the ''Catapult'' (named CPLT-D1-H ''Catapult'' 'Cynosure') was first created by [[WizKids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectible Miniatures]] game as a part of its 2007's [[MechWarrior:_Dark_Age#Action_Packs|''MechWarrior: Solaris VII'' Action Pack]] release. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to 3145.
 
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
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*''[[Master Unit List]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation]]''
  
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