Diomede
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| [[Image:191px|191px|Diomede]] | |
| Diomede | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Use | ConstructionMech |
| Class | |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere |
| Mass | |
| Chassis | |
| Armor | |
| Engine | |
| Speed | km/h |
| Armament |
Pile Driver |
| BV (2.0) | 1,228[2] |
Description
The Diomede is an early post-Jihad Industrial 'Mech that was produced by Curtiss Hydroponics of Silver. Starting with the D-M3D-3 model, this massive ConstructionMech was designed to handle the riggers of harsh realities that face potential customers. In the additional of handling potential construction tasks, the Diomede is also can serve as a Security 'Mech if needed. Its infusion of combat equipment, requires users by the Republic of the Sphere require fill out expensive amount of licensing keep it from falling into the wrong hands.[3]
Equipment and Capacities
The Diomede in its intended role as ConstructionMech, has single left arm mounted Heavy Pile Driver, which is designed digging and laying down cables. Pair of Rivet Guns are found on the 'Mech fully articulated right arm, which can be used to mechanical fastener hold various metal girders into place during building construction.
A pair of Lift hoists are mounted, one on each of its side torsos facing back allowing it to tow/carry large objects. The Diomede’s heavy tonnage and caterpillar track allows for great stability and mobility when it’s moving cargo and other construction materials with the hoists. The tracks are found on the leg actuators, where the Diomede, must been on its knees in order to utilize. The 'Mech powered by a classic 200 Rated Nissan Fusion Engine, giving the design considerable amount of power run its equipment and tasks.
To assist in demolition work, the 'Mech features pair of Doombud 7-tubed Multi-Missile Launchers which are hidden in the side torsos. The launchers guided by an Advance Fire Control system, which allows it to use missile break down its intended subject of its task. These each of the launchers 2 tons ammunition bays which are protected by CASE. The 'Mech's hull is protected by 19 tons of Kallon's Heavy Industrial Armor. In sure the pilot's survival in case of catastrophic event, the designed head is fitted with Ejection Seat that not normally installed in industrials 'Mechs. These later qualities of the design, have garnered interest by security and private mercenary units.[4]
Variants
- D-M3D-4 - This variant of the Diomede is intended as a DemolitionMech, where its arm mounted equipment is completely removed, including its hand actuator. In their place the 'Mech is equipped with a Rock Cutter and a powerful cutting torch. BV(2.0)=????[5]
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 111 - Diomede's note mentions Advance Fire Controls are included.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 111 - Diomede includes battle value 2 info.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 110 - Background info on the Diomede.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 110-111 Equipment and Weapon capacities of the Diomete.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 110 - Variant info.