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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Dark Crow.jpg|191px
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|image= Dark Crow.jpg|191px
|name = ''Dark Crow''
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|name=''Dark Crow''
|manufacturer = [[Industrial Complex Alpha]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|manufacturer=[[Industrial Complex Alpha]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|production year = 3084
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|production year=3084
|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/827/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/827/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model = Standard
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|model=
|cost = 11,729,625 [[C-bill]]s<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/827/ MUL online Cost for the ''Dark Crow'']''</ref>
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|cost= 11,729,625<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/827/ MUL online Cost for the ''Dark Crow'']''</ref>
|Tech Base = Clan
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|Tech Base=Clan
|mech type = BattleMech
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|mech type=BattleMech
|mass = 55
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|mass=55
|chassis = [[SR3084/b]] [[endo steel]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|chassis=[[Endo Steel|SR3084/b Endo Steel]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|armor = [[Forging C629/j]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|armor=[[Standard Armor|Forging C629/j]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|engine = 330-rated [[XL engine]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|engine=[[XL Fusion Engine|Fusion 330 Extralight]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|comsys = [[GBX Series Integrated]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|comsys=[[GBX Series Integrated]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|T&T = [[Tokasha B4-T&T]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|T&T=[[Tokasha B4-T&T]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|heat sinks = 10 [[double heat sink]]s<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|speed = 97
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|speed=97 km/h<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
|armament =  
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|armament=2x [[Ultra AC/5|Ultra AC/5s]] <br/>1x [[ER Large Laser]] <br/>1x [[SRM 6]]
* 2x [[Ultra AC/5]]s
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|BV (1.0)=
* 1x [[ER large laser]]
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|BV (2.0)=1,594<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
* 1x [[SRM-6]]
 
|BV (1.0) = N/A
 
|BV (2.0) = 1,594<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
 
 
}}  
 
}}  
  
 
== Description ==
 
== Description ==
The '''''Dark Crow''''' is a [[Clan Snow Raven]] second line [[BattleMech]], which was produced only at its [[Inner Sphere]] facilities in the [[Outworlds Alliance]] after the [[Jihad]]. Named after a strange [[Dark Crow (species)|cave-dwelling bird]] found on the planet [[Dante (system)|Dante]], the 'Mech has proven to be a popular design among second line troops.<ref name="TRO:3085p156+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 156-157, "Dark Crow"</ref>
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The '''''Dark Crow''''' is a [[Clan Snow Raven]] Second Line [[BattleMech]], which was produced only at its [[Inner Sphere]] facilities in the [[Outworlds Alliance]] after the [[Jihad]].
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Named after a strange cave-dwelling bird found on [[Dante (planet)|Dante]], the 'Mech has proven to be a popular design among Second Line troops.<ref name="TRO:3085p156+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 156-157, "Dark Crow"</ref>
  
 
== Weapons and Equipment ==
 
== Weapons and Equipment ==
The 'Mech's principal weaponry is its two [[Type 31]] [[UAC/5]]s, each found in its rather unusual mid-torso arms. Augmenting the dual autocannons at closer ranges is a single [[Mk. 22]] [[SRM-6]] launcher found in the right torso. The 'Mech's left torso-mounted [[Series 6b]] [[ER large laser]] is generally utilized for long-range attacks and sniping. The ''Dark Crow'' has been fitted with 10 [[double heat sink]]s to handle its movement and weapons heat. Four tons of ammunition supply this 'Mech's autocannon pair, and a single ton of ammunition feeds its missile launcher system.<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
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The 'Mech's principal weaponry is its two Type 31 Class 5 Ultra Autocannons, each found in its rather unusual mid-torso arms. Augmenting the Autocannon duo at closer ranges is a single 6-tubed Short-Range Missile launcher found in the right torso. The 'Mech's left torso-mounted Extended Range Large Laser is generally utilized for long-range attacks and sniping. The ''Dark Crow'' has been fitted with ten [[double heat sinks]] to handle its movement and weapons heat. Four tons of ammunition supply this 'Mech's Autocannon pair, and a single ton of ammunition feeds its missile launcher system.<ref name="TRO:3085p156+"/>
  
An [[endo steel]] frame holds the 330-rated [[XL engine]], both of which helping to free weight in order to mount the 'Mech's equipment. Protecting the ''Dark Crow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s hull is eight tons of [[standard armor]], which has been criticized for being thinner than that of most typical Medium 'Mechs of its size.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 156-157, "Dark Crow's stat information".</ref>
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Protecting the ''Dark Crow'''s hull is eight tons of Standard Armor, which has been criticized for being thinner than that of most typical Medium 'Mechs of its size. An Endo-Steel frame helps free some weight in order to mount the 'Mech's equipment.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 156-157, "Dark Crow's stat information".</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*; ''Dark Crow'' 2 : This variant, introduced in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/824/dark-crow-2/Introduction Date for the Dark Crow 2]''</ref>, transforms the ''Dark Crow'' into a mobile anti-aircraft platform. In place of the [[UAC/5]]s is a pair of [[LB 5-X AC]]s, while the [[SRM-6]] launcher is replaced with a [[targeting computer]] for higher accuracy, and an [[ER small laser]]. The standard variant's [[ER large laser]] is retained in place.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 156, "Variants" - ''Dark Crow's'' second variant listed.</ref> BV(2.0)=1,575<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 222</ref>
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*;''Dark Crow'' 2 : This variant introduced in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/824/dark-crow-2/Introduction Date for the Dark Crow 2]''</ref> transforms the ''Dark Crow'' into a mobile anti-aircraft platform. In place of the 'Mech's Ultra ACs is a pair of [[LB 5-X AC|LB 5-X Autocannons]]. The SRM-6 launcher is replaced with a [[Targeting Computer]], for higher accuracy, and an [[ER Small Laser]]. The Standard variant's ER Large Laser is retained in place.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 156, "Variants" - ''Dark Crow's'' second variant listed.</ref> BV(2.0)=1,575<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 222</ref>
  
*; ''Dark Crow'' 3 : Developed by Clan Snow Raven's "S-Teams" in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/825/dark-crow-3/Introduction Date for the Dark Crow 3]''</ref>, which have used [[experimental technology]] to create their usual space-capable variant of a 'Mech - this time of the ''Dark Crow''. This variant uses experimental arm-mounted Clan [[RAC/2]]s and side torso-mounted [[improved heavy medium laser]]s. To fit this new equipment, the 'Mech makes use of a fragile [[XXL fusion engine]] and [[endo-composite]] structure, and armor protection has been greatly enhanced thanks to the use of [[ferro-lamellor]] armor. For its usage in space, the 'Mech has been given six [[jump jet]]s, a single [[Transport Bay#Cargo Bay|liquid storage]] tank holding additional reaction mass, and experimental [[Partial Wing (BattleMech)|partial wing]]s. The jump jets and partial wing system allow the ''Dark Crow'' 3 to cover 240 meters in a single leap when operating in standard gravity.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 156, "Experimental Variant notes".</ref> BV(2.0)=1,524<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 223</ref>
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*;''Dark Crow'' 3 : Developed by Clan Snow Raven's "S-Teams" in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/825/dark-crow-3/Introduction Date for the Dark Crow 3]''</ref>, which have used [[Experimental Technology]] to create their usual space-capable variant of a 'Mech - this time of the ''Dark Crow''. This variant uses experimental arm-mounted Clan [[Rotary AC-2|Class 2 Rotary Autocannon]]s and side torso-mounted [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]]s. To fit this new equipment, the 'Mech makes use of a fragile [[XXL Fusion Engine]] and [[Endo-Composite|Endo-Composite Structure]]. Armor protection has been greatly enhanced thanks to the use of [[Ferro-Lamellor Armor]] rather than Standard Armor. For its usage in space, the 'Mech has been given eight [[Jump Jets]], a single [[Transport Bay#Cargo Bay|Liquid Storage]] tank holding additional reaction mass, and experimental [[Partial Wing]]s. The Jump Jets and Partial Wing system allow the ''Dark Crow'' 3 to cover 240 meters in a single leap. <ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 156, "Experimental Variant notes".</ref> BV(2.0)=1,524<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 223</ref>
  
*; ''Dark Crow'' 4 : This variant of the ''Dark Crow'' appears to be a hybrid of the original ''Dark Crow'' and the ''Dark Crow'' 2 introduced in [[Introduction Year::3087]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/826/dark-crow-4/Introduction Date for the Dark Crow 4]''</ref>. Most of the weaponry is the same as in the original model - the only exception is the [[ER large laser]], which has been replaced with a standard [[heavy medium laser]] and an advanced [[targeting computer]], a configuration similar to that found on the ''Dark Crow'' 2. Eight tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor protects the ''Dark Crow'' 4. BV (2.0) = 1,538<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 221</ref>
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*;''Dark Crow'' 4 : This variant of the ''Dark Crow'' appears to be a hybrid of the original ''Dark Crow'' and the ''Dark Crow'' 2 introduced in [[Introduction Year::3087]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/826/dark-crow-4/Introduction Date for the Dark Crow 4]''</ref>. Most of the weaponry is the same as in the original model - the only exception is the ER Large Laser, which has been replaced with a standard [[Heavy Medium Laser]] and an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], a configuration similar to that found on the ''Dark Crow'' 2. Eight tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor protects the ''Dark Crow'' 4. BV (2.0) = 1,538<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 221</ref>
 
 
==Design Quirks==
 
The ''Dark Crow'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Dark Crow Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Low-Mounted Arms]]
 
  
 
== References ==
 
== References ==
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
  
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