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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Cobra.jpg | + | |image = Cobra.jpg |
| − | |name=Cobra | + | |name = ''Cobra'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Defiance Industries]]<ref name= | + | |manufacturer = [[Defiance Industries]]<ref name=TRJp82f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 82–83: "CBR-02 Cobra"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3060 --> |
| − | |production year=3060 | + | |production year = 3060 |
| − | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/655/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/655/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model=CBR-02 | + | |model = CBR-02<ref name=TRJp82f /> |
| − | | | + | |introduced = [[3060]] |
| − | |cost= 4,143,375 C- | + | |cost = 4,143,375 [[C-bill]]s |
| − | |mass=45 | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |chassis=Defiance 450 | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |armor=Lexington | + | |feet = biped |
| − | |engine=[[VOX 225]] | + | |mass = 45 |
| − | |comsys=[[TharHes Calliope 270]] | + | |chassis = [[Defiance 450 Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | |T&T=[[TharHes Ares LM]] | + | |armor = [[Lexington Ltd. High Grade Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | |speed=86 | + | |engine = [[VOX 225]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | |armament= | + | |comsys = [[TharHes Calliope 270]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | *2x [[LRM-15]] | + | |T&T = [[TharHes Ares LM]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | *2x [[ | + | |heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | |BV (1.0)=994<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 131</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 113</ref> | + | |speed = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,128<ref name= | + | |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp82f /> --> |
| − | }} | + | * 2x [[LRM-15]] |
| + | * 2x [[medium laser]] | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = 994<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 131</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 113</ref> | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,128<ref name=TRJp82f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 132</ref> | ||
| + | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Based on the [[Apollo (BattleMech)| | + | Based on the ''[[Apollo (BattleMech)|Apollo]]'' 'Mech that is deployed by the [[Free Worlds League]], the concept of the '''''Cobra''''' was born from observation of the effectiveness of the ''Apollo'' by Lyran generals. Originally, the [[Lyran Alliance]] contacted [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] but were rebuffed and advised that the 'Mech could not be sold to them. After that, the Lyran Alliance commissioned [[Defiance Industries]] to build the ''Cobra''.<ref name=TRO:3060p92f>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 92–93: "Cobra 'Mech Profile"</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Cobra'' has a basic yet effective arsenal. For long-range fire support and indirect fire support, | + | Built as a lightweight fire support 'Mech, the ''Cobra'' is built on a [[Defiance 450]] [[endo steel]] chassis to save weight, and is powered by a rugged and reliable [[VOX 225]] [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 86.4 km/h and allows the ''Cobra'' to take a great deal of damage before succumbing to enemy fire. Finally, for protection, the ''Cobra'' mounts a light six and a half tons of [[Lexington Limited High Grade]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor that is adequate for its intended role. The ''Cobra'' has been criticized for its lack of [[CASE]] while being very ammunition dependent.<ref name=TRO:3060p92f/> |
| + | |||
| + | The ''Cobra'' has a basic yet effective arsenal. For long-range fire support and indirect fire support, two [[Coventry Star Fire]] [[LRM-15]] missile launchers are mounted, fed with enough ammunition to sustain fire for over two minutes. For close range self defense, the ''Cobra'' has two [[Defiance B3M]] [[medium laser]]s that can dissuade most lighter 'Mechs from attacking.<ref name=TRO:3060p92f/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;CBR-03 : Introduced during the [[Jihad]] conflict in the late | + | *; CBR-03 : Introduced during the [[Jihad]] conflict in the late [[thirty-first century]], the -03 variant addresses problems with the original design. The original [[ferro-fibrous]] armor has been replaced by [[light ferro-fibrous]], though its protection is slightly less than the original's. Balancing this, the extra room was used for the addition of [[CASE]] units to protect from ammunition explosions. To free up weight for further improvements, the engine was exchanged for a [[light fusion engine]]. Weapons wise, the standard [[medium laser]]s were exchanged for [[ER medium laser]]s, and the [[LRM-15]] launchers were enhanced with an [[Artemis IV|Artemis IV Fire Control System]]. BV (2.0) = 1,324<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 133</ref> |
| + | |||
| + | == Design Quirks == | ||
| + | The ''Cobra'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=BMM90>''BattleMech Manual'', Fourth Printing, p. 90: "BattleMech Quirk Table"</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)''], p. 9: "BattleMech Quirk Table"</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Protected Actuators]] | ||
| + | <!-- Barrel Fist (LA/RA) removed by errata --> | ||
==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
| − | *'''''[[Apollo (BattleMech)|Apollo]]''''' - When the [[ | + | * '''''[[Apollo (BattleMech)|Apollo]]''''' - When the [[Lyran Alliance Armed Forces]] was refused the right to purchase ''Apollo'' fire-support BattleMechs by [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] of [[Keystone]], they contracted [[Defiance Industries]] to construct the ''Cobra'' BattleMech based on battlefield observations.<ref name=TRO:3060p92f/> |
| + | |||
| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''''Königskobra''''', which translates to "King Cobra". The model code was accordingly changed to '''KBE-02'''. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Cobra.jpg|Original ''Cobra'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3060|TRO:3060]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | |
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:'Mechs]] |
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[[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]] | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] |
| + | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:16, 20 February 2024
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| Cobra | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Defiance Industries[1] |
| Production Year | 3060[2] |
| Model | CBR-02[1] |
| Class | Medium |
| Introduced | 3060 |
| Cost | 4,143,375 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 45 tons |
| Chassis | Defiance 450 Endo Steel |
| Armor | Lexington Ltd. High Grade Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | VOX 225 |
| Communications System | TharHes Calliope 270 |
| Targeting Tracking System | TharHes Ares LM |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double |
| Speed | 86 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 994[3][4] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,128[1][5] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Based on the Apollo 'Mech that is deployed by the Free Worlds League, the concept of the Cobra was born from observation of the effectiveness of the Apollo by Lyran generals. Originally, the Lyran Alliance contacted Earthwerks Incorporated but were rebuffed and advised that the 'Mech could not be sold to them. After that, the Lyran Alliance commissioned Defiance Industries to build the Cobra.[6]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Built as a lightweight fire support 'Mech, the Cobra is built on a Defiance 450 endo steel chassis to save weight, and is powered by a rugged and reliable VOX 225 fusion engine that gives it a top speed of 86.4 km/h and allows the Cobra to take a great deal of damage before succumbing to enemy fire. Finally, for protection, the Cobra mounts a light six and a half tons of Lexington Limited High Grade ferro-fibrous armor that is adequate for its intended role. The Cobra has been criticized for its lack of CASE while being very ammunition dependent.[6]
The Cobra has a basic yet effective arsenal. For long-range fire support and indirect fire support, two Coventry Star Fire LRM-15 missile launchers are mounted, fed with enough ammunition to sustain fire for over two minutes. For close range self defense, the Cobra has two Defiance B3M medium lasers that can dissuade most lighter 'Mechs from attacking.[6]
Variants[edit]
- CBR-03
- Introduced during the Jihad conflict in the late thirty-first century, the -03 variant addresses problems with the original design. The original ferro-fibrous armor has been replaced by light ferro-fibrous, though its protection is slightly less than the original's. Balancing this, the extra room was used for the addition of CASE units to protect from ammunition explosions. To free up weight for further improvements, the engine was exchanged for a light fusion engine. Weapons wise, the standard medium lasers were exchanged for ER medium lasers, and the LRM-15 launchers were enhanced with an Artemis IV Fire Control System. BV (2.0) = 1,324[7]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Cobra is subject to the following Design Quirk:[8][9]
Related BattleMechs[edit]
- Apollo - When the Lyran Alliance Armed Forces was refused the right to purchase Apollo fire-support BattleMechs by Earthwerks Incorporated of Keystone, they contracted Defiance Industries to construct the Cobra BattleMech based on battlefield observations.[6]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to Königskobra, which translates to "King Cobra". The model code was accordingly changed to KBE-02.
Gallery[edit]
Original Cobra from TRO:3060
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 82–83: "CBR-02 Cobra"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Cobra (BattleMech)
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 131
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 113
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 132
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 92–93: "Cobra 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 133
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, Fourth Printing, p. 90: "BattleMech Quirk Table"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01), p. 9: "BattleMech Quirk Table"