Coyotl
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| Coyotl | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Clan Coyote Drennan Industriplex[1] |
| Model | Prime |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 40 tons |
| Chassis | Coyotl Endo Steel |
| Armor | CI Standard |
| Engine | Pitban 280XL |
| Speed | 119 km/h |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration
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| BV (2.0) | 1,974[2] |
Description
The Coyotl has the honor of being the first OmniMech developed by Clan Coyote, and indeed, all the Clans. Taking the modular nature of the earlier Mercury to its logical conclusion, the Coyotl was orignially developed along the same lines. When the Coyote scientists saw that they could create the OmniMech, they jumped at the chance. The result was a 'Mech that could have its weapons load tailored for a particular mission, though the Coyotes were slow to capitalize on this.
By using an XL Engine and Endo Steel chassis, the scientists were able to create a medium 'Mech that could carry a great deal of equipment. The Coyotl is also notable because it is the first Clan OmniMech to capitalize on the work derived from SLDF sources. In particular the Coyote scientists were able to reduce the bulk of the engine, Endo Steel skeleton, and double heat sinks. These technologies would later become standard on all Clan equipment. In addition, the high ground speed of the Coyotl allowed it to rush from one area of a battlefield to another, providing support for its teammates.
Though a useful 'Mech that demonstrated how effective an OmniMech could be, the Coyotl couldn't compete with later designs from other Clans. The Coyotes shut down the production line in 2943.[3]
Armament
The Coyotl used an ER PPC and LRM-10 as the primary long range weapons, while a Medium Pulse Laser and Streak SRM-4 provided short range firepower. Originally the engineers thought they would build each variant around the PPC, but this proved to be too limiting, particularly with the high heat it caused. The missile systems were added to provide firepower at a low heat cost.[4]
Alternate Configurations
- Alternate Configuration A - This variation was introduced during a conflict against Clan Cloud Cobra. Mounting seven Jump Jets gave the Coyotl A much greater maneuverability, while the long range weapons were traded for a Large Pulse Laser, Small Pulse Laser, and additional Streak SRM-4 launcher. This version also dropped the Medium Pulse Laser of the original. BV (2.0) = 1,753[5]
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