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==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The SRM and LRM missile launchers provide much of the striking power of the ''Centaur'' | + | The SRM and LRM missile launchers provide much of the striking power of the ''Centaur'', which then uses the [[ER Micro Laser]] to finish off opponents who have been damaged by the missile racks. The only drawback to the ''Centaur's'' weaponry is the lack of reloads for the missile systems. With just ten reloads for the SRM-2's and only eight for the LRM rack, a ''Centaur'' pilot can rapidly deplete his ammunition stocks. Its armoring is also relatively light; a single hit from a [[Large Laser]] will penetrate the center torso. The 45-rated fusion engine helps it maintain a good cruising speed of 65km/h<ref name=TRO3060/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;Centaur 2 : Developed during the 3060s, this variant utilizes then newly developed Heavy Laser technology. With minor armor reduction, the ProtoMech is armed with a [[SRM 2|SRM 2 Launcher]] in torso. As its | + | *;Centaur 2 : Developed during the 3060s, this variant utilizes then-newly developed Heavy Laser technology. With minor armor reduction, the ProtoMech is armed with a [[SRM 2|SRM 2 Launcher]] in torso. As its main gun, its holds a [[Heavy Small Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 154<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 299 - [[Civil War era]] variant of the Centaur.</ref> |
*;Centaur 3 : This second variant, also developed during the 3060s, drops all weapons and a considerable amount of armor for a single [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 238<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 300 - ER Medium Laser variant of the Centaur.</ref> | *;Centaur 3 : This second variant, also developed during the 3060s, drops all weapons and a considerable amount of armor for a single [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 238<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 300 - ER Medium Laser variant of the Centaur.</ref> | ||
| − | *;Centaur 4 : A [[Jihad]] era variant, this variation of the design employs [[MASC]] | + | *;Centaur 4 : A [[Jihad]] era variant, this variation of the design employs [[MASC]], allowing it to achieve 120 km/h for brief bursts. BV (2.0) = 228<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 301</ref> |
*;Centaur Z : Developed by [[The Society]] this version uses an [[ER Micro Laser]] and LRM-4. It's also equipped with a [[Magnetic Clamp]] system so it can move around the battlefield more efficiently.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 40</ref> | *;Centaur Z : Developed by [[The Society]] this version uses an [[ER Micro Laser]] and LRM-4. It's also equipped with a [[Magnetic Clamp]] system so it can move around the battlefield more efficiently.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 40</ref> | ||
Revision as of 11:31, 4 June 2016
- This article is about the ProtoMech. For the Vincent Mk. 42-class WarShip, see Centaur (Vincent).
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| Centaur | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Clan Smoke Jaguar Unknown facility[1] |
| Tech Base | Clan |
| Introduced | 3060 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 5 tons |
| Chassis | Standard |
| Armor | Standard |
| Engine | 45 Fusion |
| Speed | 97 km/h |
| Jump Jets | None |
| Armament |
1x ER Micro Laser |
| BV (1.0) | 140[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 192[2] |
Description
One of the best first generation ProtoMechs, the Centaur combines high speed, decent armor, and a varied weapons mix. These features make it a flexible combatant, able to keep up with scout 'Mechs while supporting them.[1]
Weapons and Equipment
The SRM and LRM missile launchers provide much of the striking power of the Centaur, which then uses the ER Micro Laser to finish off opponents who have been damaged by the missile racks. The only drawback to the Centaur's weaponry is the lack of reloads for the missile systems. With just ten reloads for the SRM-2's and only eight for the LRM rack, a Centaur pilot can rapidly deplete his ammunition stocks. Its armoring is also relatively light; a single hit from a Large Laser will penetrate the center torso. The 45-rated fusion engine helps it maintain a good cruising speed of 65km/h[1]
Variants
- Centaur 2
- Developed during the 3060s, this variant utilizes then-newly developed Heavy Laser technology. With minor armor reduction, the ProtoMech is armed with a SRM 2 Launcher in torso. As its main gun, its holds a Heavy Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 154[3]
- Centaur 3
- This second variant, also developed during the 3060s, drops all weapons and a considerable amount of armor for a single ER Medium Laser. BV (2.0) = 238[4]
- Centaur Z
- Developed by The Society this version uses an ER Micro Laser and LRM-4. It's also equipped with a Magnetic Clamp system so it can move around the battlefield more efficiently.[6]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Technical Readout: 3060, p. 199
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 298
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 299 - Civil War era variant of the Centaur.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 300 - ER Medium Laser variant of the Centaur.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 301
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 40