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| − | {{otheruses|the (regular) BattleMech| | + | {{otheruses|the (regular) 60-ton BattleMech|other uses|Crossbow}} |
{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Crossbow_3075.jpg | + | |image = Crossbow_3075.jpg |
| − | |name=Crossbow | + | |name = ''Crossbow'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Arcturan Arms | + | |manufacturer = |
| − | |production year=2470 | + | [[Arcturan Arms]]<ref name=TRJp124f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 124–125: "CRS-6B Crossbow"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3075 --> |
| − | |year reference=<ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/><ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 11 | + | ---- |
| − | |model=CRS-6B | + | [[MacEnroe Motors]]<ref name=TRJp124f /> |
| − | |class=Heavy | + | |production year = 2470 |
| − | |cost= 5,174,400 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/733/crossbow-crs-6b/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference = <ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/><ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 11: "BattleMech Tech Timeline"</ref> |
| − | |Tech Base= Inner Sphere | + | |model = CRS-6B<ref name=TRJp124f /> |
| − | |mech type= BattleMech | + | |class = Heavy |
| − | |mass=60 | + | |cost = 5,174,400 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/733/crossbow-crs-6b/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |chassis=[[Arc Walker 6X-B]]<ref name= | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |armor=[[Diamond Skin Beta Series]]<ref name= | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |engine=[[AA | + | |feet = biped |
| − | |comsys=[[Arc-Signal 1100]]<ref name= | + | |mass = 60 |
| − | |T&T=[[Arc Walker T&T Prime]]<ref name= | + | |chassis = [[Arc Walker 6X-B]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | |heat sinks=10<ref name= | + | |armor = [[Diamond Skin Beta Series]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | |speed=86<ref name= | + | |engine = [[AA Eterna 300]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | |armament= | + | |comsys = [[Arc-Signal 1100]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | 2x [[LRM-10]] | + | |T&T = [[Arc Walker T&T Prime]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | 1x [[PPC]] | + | |heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | 2x [[ | + | |speed = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | |BV (1.0)= | + | |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp124f /> --> |
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,210<ref name= | + | * 2x [[LRM-10]] |
| + | * 1x [[PPC]] | ||
| + | * 2x [[medium laser]] | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref name=TRJp124f /><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 195</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | The predecessor to [[Clan Steel Viper]]'s ''[[Crossbow (OmniMech)|Crossbow]]'' [[OmniMech]], the original '''''Crossbow''''' first saw battlefield action for the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] in [[Introduction Year::2468]]. The production model, the 6B, came a few years later. The heavy 'Mech was the first produced by [[Arcturan Arms]] and the third homegrown [[BattleMech]] produced in the Commonwealth. | + | The predecessor to [[Clan Steel Viper]]'s ''[[Crossbow (OmniMech)|Crossbow]]'' [[OmniMech]], the original '''''Crossbow''''' first saw battlefield action for the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] in [[Introduction Year::2468]]. The production model, the 6B, came a few years later. The heavy 'Mech was the first produced by [[Arcturan Arms]] and the third homegrown [[BattleMech]] produced in the Commonwealth. [[Arcturan Arms]] fell on hard times when the capital was relocated from [[Arcturus]] to [[Tharkad]], forcing them to shut down the factory in [[2490]] after producing only a few hundred ''Crossbow''s. [[MacEnroe Motors]] bought out the financially troubled company in [[2541]], which shut down ''Crossbow'' production in [[Production Ceased::2550]].<ref name="TRO:3075p278+">''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 278–279: "Crossbow Profile"</ref> |
The 60-ton 'Mech is speedy for its era, capable of 86 km/h. This came at the expense of armor, however, as the ''Crossbow'' is only protected by eight tons of armor.<ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/> | The 60-ton 'Mech is speedy for its era, capable of 86 km/h. This came at the expense of armor, however, as the ''Crossbow'' is only protected by eight tons of armor.<ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/> | ||
| − | == Weapons and Equipment == | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== |
| − | A fire support 'Mech, the ''Crossbow'' carries a pair of CDC Double-Five [[LRM-10]]s. A pair of Rassal Blue-Beam [[ | + | A fire support 'Mech, the ''Crossbow'' carries a pair of CDC Double-Five [[LRM-10]]s. A pair of Rassal Blue-Beam [[medium laser]]s back them up at close range. The four weapons are all mounted in the arms, which were envisaged as easily-repairable turrets as much as arms. It is this configuration that seems to have been the inspiration for the Clan OmniMech. The ''Crossbow'''s only torso-mounted weapon is an A-4 “Lightning” Series [[PPC]]. The lack of any additional [[heat sink]]s leaves the PPC as a medium-range weapon or an alternative when the ''Crossbow'' runs out of missiles.<ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/> |
| − | == Variants == | + | ==Variants== |
| − | *;CRS-X : The prototype used less sophisticated components, forcing the downgrade of many weapon systems. Each arm carried a pair of [[LRM-5]] launchers and a | + | *; CRS-X : The prototype used less sophisticated components, forcing the downgrade of many weapon systems. Each arm carried a pair of [[LRM-5]] launchers and a medium laser, while a single Large Laser mounted in the torso provided additional long range firepower. The [[primitive engine]] drove this version of the ''Crossbow'' at a top speed of 64 km/h. The bulk of the engine, [[Primitive Cockpit|cockpit]], and [[Primitive Armor|armor]] required engineers to devote more tonnage to armor. This would be overcome in later versions of the ''Crossbow''.<ref name="XTRO:PV2p6">''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 2'', p. 6: "CRS-X Crossbow"</ref> BV (2.0)=969<ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5583/crossbow-crs-x/ MUL online entry for the Crossbow CRS-X variant]''</ref> |
| − | *;CRS-6C : This variant introduced in [[2481]]<ref name="MUL3"/> | + | *; CRS-6C : This variant introduced in [[2481]],<ref name="MUL3"/> meant for close-quarters action, removed the missile launchers and one laser in favor of an [[Autocannon/10]], though it had a limited ammunition supply.<ref name=TRJp124f /> BV (2.0) = 1,204<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 259</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 196</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/734/crossbow-crs-6c/ MUL online entry for the Crossbow CRS-6C variant]''</ref> |
| − | *;CRS-9A : Produced by Arcturan Arms Refit Facility<ref>''BattleTech Objectives: Lyran Alliance'', p. 23</ref> | + | *; CRS-9A : Produced by Arcturan Arms Refit Facility.<ref>''BattleTech Objectives: Lyran Alliance'', p. 23</ref> A variant dating to the [[Reintroduction Year::3071|3070s]],<ref name="MUL4"/> the 9A upgrades the ''Crossbow'' by removing all the weapons. In their place are two [[Streak SRM-6]]s and a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s. An [[ER Large Laser]] provides long-range firepower for this close-range brawler. The heat dissipation system is upgraded with [[double heat sink]]s, giving it adequate capabilities. The weight saved and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor allowed the designers to substantially upgrade the armor protection.<ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/> BV (2.0) = 1,583<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 260</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 197</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/735/crossbow-crs-9a/ MUL online entry for the Crossbow CRS-9A variant]''</ref> |
| − | == | + | ==Design Quirks== |
| − | + | The ''CRS-6B Crossbow'' and variants, unless specified otherwise, are subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Crossbow Entry</ref> | |
| + | * [[Modular Weapons|Modular Weapons (LRM 10s)]] | ||
| + | * [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2550-3070]] | ||
| + | * [[Poor Targeting|Poor Targeting/Long Range]] | ||
| − | |||
The ''CRS-X Crossbow'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name="XTRO:PV2p6"/> | The ''CRS-X Crossbow'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name="XTRO:PV2p6"/> | ||
* [[Prototype]] | * [[Prototype]] | ||
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* [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2490]] | * [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2490]] | ||
| − | == Gallery == | + | ==Related OmniMechs== |
| + | * ''[[Crossbow (OmniMech)|Crossbow]]'' - The self-contained, arm-mounted LRMs of the ''Crossbow'' BattleMech "likely inspired" the Clan ''Crossbow'' OmniMech.<ref name="TRO:3075p278+"/> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image:CRS-X Crossbow.JPG|CRS-X ''Crossbow'' | + | File:Crossbow 3075.jpg|Original ''Crossbow'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]'' |
| + | Image:CRS-X Crossbow.JPG|Experimental CRS-X ''Crossbow'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 2|XTRO:Primitives II]]'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
| − | == References == | + | ==References== |
<references /> | <references /> | ||
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | ||
* ''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]'' | * ''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]'' | ||
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 2]]'' | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 2]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | ||
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Latest revision as of 10:28, 20 February 2024
- This article is about the (regular) 60-ton BattleMech. For other uses, see Crossbow.
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| Crossbow | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Arcturan Arms[1]
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| Production Year | 2470[2][3] |
| Model | CRS-6B[1] |
| Class | Heavy |
| Cost | 5,174,400 C-bills[4] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 60 tons |
| Chassis | Arc Walker 6X-B |
| Armor | Diamond Skin Beta Series |
| Engine | AA Eterna 300 |
| Communications System | Arc-Signal 1100 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Arc Walker T&T Prime |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Speed | 86 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 1,210[1][4][5] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The predecessor to Clan Steel Viper's Crossbow OmniMech, the original Crossbow first saw battlefield action for the Lyran Commonwealth in 2468. The production model, the 6B, came a few years later. The heavy 'Mech was the first produced by Arcturan Arms and the third homegrown BattleMech produced in the Commonwealth. Arcturan Arms fell on hard times when the capital was relocated from Arcturus to Tharkad, forcing them to shut down the factory in 2490 after producing only a few hundred Crossbows. MacEnroe Motors bought out the financially troubled company in 2541, which shut down Crossbow production in 2550.[2]
The 60-ton 'Mech is speedy for its era, capable of 86 km/h. This came at the expense of armor, however, as the Crossbow is only protected by eight tons of armor.[2]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
A fire support 'Mech, the Crossbow carries a pair of CDC Double-Five LRM-10s. A pair of Rassal Blue-Beam medium lasers back them up at close range. The four weapons are all mounted in the arms, which were envisaged as easily-repairable turrets as much as arms. It is this configuration that seems to have been the inspiration for the Clan OmniMech. The Crossbow's only torso-mounted weapon is an A-4 “Lightning” Series PPC. The lack of any additional heat sinks leaves the PPC as a medium-range weapon or an alternative when the Crossbow runs out of missiles.[2]
Variants[edit]
- CRS-X
- The prototype used less sophisticated components, forcing the downgrade of many weapon systems. Each arm carried a pair of LRM-5 launchers and a medium laser, while a single Large Laser mounted in the torso provided additional long range firepower. The primitive engine drove this version of the Crossbow at a top speed of 64 km/h. The bulk of the engine, cockpit, and armor required engineers to devote more tonnage to armor. This would be overcome in later versions of the Crossbow.[6] BV (2.0)=969[7]
- CRS-9A
- Produced by Arcturan Arms Refit Facility.[11] A variant dating to the 3070s,[12] the 9A upgrades the Crossbow by removing all the weapons. In their place are two Streak SRM-6s and a pair of ER medium lasers. An ER Large Laser provides long-range firepower for this close-range brawler. The heat dissipation system is upgraded with double heat sinks, giving it adequate capabilities. The weight saved and ferro-fibrous armor allowed the designers to substantially upgrade the armor protection.[2] BV (2.0) = 1,583[13][14][12]
Design Quirks[edit]
The CRS-6B Crossbow and variants, unless specified otherwise, are subject to the following Design Quirks:[15]
The CRS-X Crossbow variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[6]
Related OmniMechs[edit]
- Crossbow - The self-contained, arm-mounted LRMs of the Crossbow BattleMech "likely inspired" the Clan Crossbow OmniMech.[2]
Gallery[edit]
Original Crossbow from TRO:3075
Experimental CRS-X Crossbow from XTRO:Primitives II
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 124–125: "CRS-6B Crossbow"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Technical Readout: 3075, pp. 278–279: "Crossbow Profile"
- ↑ Era Digest: Age of War, p. 11: "BattleMech Tech Timeline"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 MUL online entry for the Crossbow (BattleMech)
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 195
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 2, p. 6: "CRS-X Crossbow"
- ↑ MUL online entry for the Crossbow CRS-X variant
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 MUL online entry for the Crossbow CRS-6C variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 259
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 196
- ↑ BattleTech Objectives: Lyran Alliance, p. 23
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 MUL online entry for the Crossbow CRS-9A variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 260
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 197
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Crossbow Entry