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Revision as of 15:14, 23 June 2013
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| Dragoon | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Krupp Stellar Technologies, Inc. |
| Model | AEM-01 |
| Class | Heavy |
| Introduced | 2771 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 70 Tons tons |
| Chassis | KruppTech 770 |
| Armor | PanzerFerro Type 7F |
| Engine | Nisson 280 XL |
| Communications System | Krupp-COMM 650 w/Guardian ECM |
| Targeting Tracking System | KBC Hypersight Model 5 |
| Heat Sinks | 11 (22) |
| Speed | 6 km/h |
| Jump Jets | 3 |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 1,669[1] |
Contents
Description
The brainchild of Stefan Amaris, the Dragoon BattleMech was envisioned as part of Amaris's ambitious plan to create a family of "modular" multi-mission combat units for his Amaris Empire Armed Forces. In the year following the Amaris Coup, now-Emperor Amaris would have a means to make his dream into reality, and he began swiftly issuing contracts which would lead to the creation of the Dragoon.
Built by Krupp Stellar Technologies Inc as their second BattleMech design, the Dragoon was designed with a similar modular subsystem akin to the Mercury BattleMech. With this system, the 'Mech's maintenance loads would be eased. Its modular nature would allow repair depots and factories to be able to reconfigure the design's weapons systems and its power plant for any needed mission-specific specs.
Produced in limited numbers, only the elite of Amaris's regiments and a select few of Armaris' loyal chosen would receive the design and its variants. The design would see service in Star League Civil War, often being salvaged by the SLDF. However, after the liberation of Terra, General Kerensky would order the purging of the design and the retooling of Krupp's two Dragoon production lines. The few remaining Dragoons in service elsewhere would become extinct before the 3rd Succession War.[1]
Armament
Armed with only a few, but powerful, weapons found only in the 'Mech's arms, the Dragoon makes use of a pair of Krupp 120 KgK 78 L/66 LB 10-X Autocannons. Backup is brought by a long-reaching Blankenburg Technologies 200 ER PPC.
Powered by one of Nissan's 280-rated XL Fusion Engines, the 'Mech is able to achieve a modest pace of 64 kph. Its defenses include a Guardian ECM Suite, while its armored hull is protected by 11.5 tons of Ferro Fibrous Armor.[1]
Variants
- AEM-002 Dragoon - Designed as a short-ranged fighter, the Dragoon 02 is armed with a single ER PPC, the remaining weapons space is filled by five Medium Lasers, a Small Pulse Laser, and an AC/20. At the price of dropping its JumpJets, the 'Mech's engine has been upgraded to an XL 350 to allow the'Mech to close in quicker than the original model.[1]
- AEM-003 Dragoon - Designed as a long-range fire support unit, the Dragoon 03 retains the same engine specifications of the Dragoon 01 model. Its principle weaponry includes 3 Artemis IV FCS-guided 15-tubed LRM Launchers with 2 tons of CASE-protected ammunition. Backup weapons include a single Medium Laser, with a duo of Medium & Small Pulse Lasers for close-in defense.[1]
- AEM-004 Dragoon - Based on a weapon-stripped 01 model, Dragoon 04's long range weapons come in the form of a single Gauss Rifle and an ER PPC. Its short-ranged weapons include four SRM 4s and a pair of Medium Lasers.[1]
Design Notes
The design has the following Design Quirks:
Related BattleMechs
- Lancelot - In many respects the Dragoon is the larger brother to Krupp's first BattleMech design, the Lancelot, with a similar body design and visual style.[1]
Notes
As of this writing, there are no official record sheets for Dragoon's variants. The Dragoon is also currently not listed on the CGL's official Master Unit List website.
References