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==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The 'Mech's principle weaponry is its two Type 31 | + | The 'Mech's principle 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 'Mechs' 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. |
| − | Protecting the ''Dark Crow' | + | 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 | + | *;Dark Crow 2 : This variant 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", which have used [[Experimental Technology]] to create usual space capable variant of the ''Dark Crow''. | + | *;Dark Crow 3 : Developed by Clan Snow Raven's "S-Teams", 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. Most of the weaponry is the same as the original | + | *;Dark Crow 4 : This variant of the ''Dark Crow'' appears to be a hybrid of the original ''Dark Crow'' and the ''Dark Crow'' 2. 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> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 12:51, 27 January 2015
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| Dark Crow | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Industrial Complex Alpha |
| Production Year | 3084[1] |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | SR3084/b Endo Steel |
| Armor | Forging C629/j |
| Engine | Fusion 330 Extralight |
| Communications System | GBX Series Integrated |
| Targeting Tracking System | Tokasha B4-T&T |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 97 km/h |
| Armament |
2x Ultra AC/5s |
| BV (2.0) | 1,594[2] |
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 cave-dwelling bird found on Dante, the 'Mech has proven to be a popular design among Second Line troops.[3]
Weapons and Equipment
The 'Mech's principle 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 'Mechs' 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.
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.[4]
Variants
- Dark Crow 2
- This variant 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 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.[5] BV(2.0)=1,575[6]
- Dark Crow 3
- Developed by Clan Snow Raven's "S-Teams", 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 Class 2 Rotary Autocannons and side torso-mounted Improved Heavy Medium Lasers. To fit this new equipment, the 'Mech makes use of a fragile XXL Fusion Engine and 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 Liquid Storage tank holding additional reaction mass, and experimental Partial Wings. The Jump Jets and Partial Wing system allow the Dark Crow 3 to cover 240 meters in a single leap. [7] BV(2.0)=1,524[8]
- Dark Crow 4
- This variant of the Dark Crow appears to be a hybrid of the original Dark Crow and the Dark Crow 2. 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[9]
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Dark Crow
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, 157, "Dark Crow's BV2".
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 156, "Fluff information on the Dark Crow".
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 156-157, "Dark Crow's stat information".
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 156, "Variants" - Dark Crow's second variant listed.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 222
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 156, "Experimental Variant notes".
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 223
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 221