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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Firefly RGilClan v29.jpg
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|image=3055U Firefly.jpg
|name = ''Firefly''
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|name=Firefly
|manufacturer=[[Coventry/Earthwerks Combine]] of [[Terra]](4B; destroyed 2779)<ref name=TRSWp20f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 20–21: "FFL-4B Firefly"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --><br>[[Ceres Metals Industries]] of [[Lockton]](5A)<ref name=RG29p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29'', p. 12: "Firefly"</ref>
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|manufacturer=[[Coventry/Earthwerks Combine]]
 
|production year=2790
 
|production year=2790
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1088/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1088/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model=FFL-4B<ref name=TRSWp20f />
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|model=FFL-4B
 
|class=Light
 
|class=Light
|cost= 2,342,600 [[C-bill]]s
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|cost= 2,342,600 C-bills
 
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
 
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
 
|mech type = BattleMech
 
|mech type = BattleMech
|feet=biped
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|feet=2
 
|mass=30
 
|mass=30
|chassis=[[Earthwerks Firefly]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|chassis=Earthwerks Firefly
|armor=[[StarSlab/1]] with [[CASE]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|armor=StarSlab/1
|engine=[[GM 150]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|engine=[[GM 150]]
|comsys=[[Datcom 18]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|comsys=[[Datacom 18]]
|T&T=[[Radcom TXX]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|T&T=[[Radcom TXX]]
|heat sinks=10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|heat sinks=10
|speed=86 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|speed=86.4
|jumpjets=[[Lexington Lifters]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|jumpjets=[[Lexington Lifters]]
|armament= <!-- <ref name=TRSWp20f /> -->
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|armament=  
* 3x [[Martell]] [[Medium Laser]]s
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*3x [[Medium Lasers]]
* 1x [[Coventry Five-Tube]] [[LRM-5]]
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*1x [[LRM-5]]
* 1x [[Surefire 444]] [[Anti-missile system]]
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*1x [[Anti-Missile System]]
 
|BV (1.0)=716
 
|BV (1.0)=716
|BV (2.0)=870<ref name=TRSWp20f /><ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 17</ref>
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|BV (2.0)=870<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 17</ref>
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
Until the arrival of [[Wolf's Dragoons]] in [[Reintroduction Year::3005]], the [[Introduction Year::2790]] '''''Firefly''''' was a [['Mech]] thought to be extinct from the rigors of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]]. Since it was reintroduced to the [[Inner Sphere]], the 'Mech has been refitted by [[Wolf's Dragoons]] with [[Star League]] technology. The ''Firefly'' is a well-armed recon 'Mech that tips the scales at thirty tons, with a maximum ground speed of 86.4 km/h, the and ability to jump up to 120 meters. As a scout 'Mech, the ''Firefly'' gives average performance with its energy weapon-heavy arsenal and is useful in both a recon and guerrilla fighter role.
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Until the arrival of [[Wolf's Dragoons]] in [[Reintroduction Year::3005]], the [[Introduction Year::2790]] '''''Firefly''''' was a [['Mech]] thought to be extinct from the rigors of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]]. The ''Firefly'' is a well-armed recon 'Mech that tips the scales at thirty tons. Since it was reintroduced to the [[Inner Sphere]], the 'Mech has been refitted by the [[Wolf's Dragoons]] with [[Star League]] technology. It has a maximum ground speed of 86.4 km/h and can jump up to one hundred and twenty meters. As a scout 'Mech, the ''Firefly'' gives average performance with its energy weapon-heavy arsenal and is useful in both a recon and in a guerrilla fighter role.
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Firefly'' is armed with a [[LRM-5#Coventry_Five-Tube|Coventry Five-Tube]] [[LRM-5]] for long-range firepower and to attempt to keep enemies at a distance. If facing a determined enemy that is intent on closing, the ''Firefly'' carries three [[Medium_laser#Martell|Martell]] [[medium laser]]s, which can cause a considerable amount of damage. Finally, to protect against missile attacks, the ''Firefly'' carries a [[SureFire 444]] [[anti-missile system]] in the left arm, with a "false" AMS in the right arm.<ref>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', p. 20</ref>
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The ''Firefly'' is armed with a [[Coventry Five-Tube]] [[LRM-5]] for long-range firepower and to attempt to keep enemies at a distance. If facing a determined enemy that is intent on closing, the ''Firefly'' carries three Martell [[Medium Laser]]s, which can cause a considerable amount of damage. Finally, to protect against missile attacks, the ''Firefly'' carries a [[SureFire 444]] [[Anti-Missile System]] in the left arm, with a "false" AMS in the right arm.<ref>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', p. 20</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*; FFL-3A : First built in 2679, the standard [[Star League Defense Force]] model<ref name=HOPp165>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p. 165</ref> utilizes an [[XL engine]], [[double heat sink]]s, and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor to reduce weight. A battery of four [[small laser]]s, three [[medium laser]]s, and an [[LRM-5]] provide significant offensive capabilities for a recon 'Mech. [[TAG]] enhances its ability to spot for artillery, while [[CASE]] protects from ammunition explosion. BV (2.0) = 797<ref>''Record Sheets: Succession Wars'', p. 28</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4172/firefly-ffl-3a MUL online entry for the FFL-3A  variant]</ref>
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*;FFL-3A : The standard [[Star League Defense Force]] model<ref name=HOPp165>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p. 165</ref>, the 3A utilizes an [[XL engine]], [[double heat sinks]], and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor to reduce weight. A battery of four [[Small Laser]]s, three Medium Lasers, and an LRM-5 provide significant offensive capabilities for a recon 'Mech. [[Target Acquisition Gear]] enhances its ability to spot for artillery, while [[CASE]] protects from ammunition explosion. BV (2.0) = 797<ref>''Record Sheets: Succession Wars'', p. 28</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4172/firefly-ffl-3a MUL online entry for the FFL-3A  variant]</ref>
  
*; FFL-3SLE : Built by the [[Star League in Exile]] at [[Strana Mechty MechWorks]], the 3SLE is almost identical to the original 3A, carrying three Martell [[medium laser]]s, four [[Martell (SL)|Martell]] [[small laser]]s, and a [[LRM-5#Coventry_Five-Tube|Coventry Five-Tube]] [[LRM-5]] for offensive firepower. The only difference is the replacement of the SLDF standard [[TAG]] with a [[Guardian ECM suite]]. BV (2.0) = 876<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 28</ref>
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*;FFL-3SLE : Built by the [[Star League in Exile]] at [[Strana Mechty MechWorks]], the 3SLE is almost identical to the original 3A, carrying three medium lasers, four small lasers, and an LRM-5 for offensive firepower. the only difference is the replacement of the SLDF standard TAG with a [[Guardian ECM]] suite. BV (2.0) = 876 <ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 28</ref>
  
*; FFL-3PP : A [[Pentagon Powers]] variant of the FFL-3SLE that removes the [[CASE]] and [[Guardian ECM suite]] in order to upgrade the missile rack to an [[LRM-10]]. BV (2.0) = 888<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 29</ref>
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*;FFL-3PP : A [[Pentagon Powers]] variant of the FFL-3SLE that removes the CASE and ECM in order to upgrade the missile rack to an [[LRM-10]]. BV (2.0) = 888<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 29</ref>
  
*; FFL-3PP2 : Another refit of the FFL-3SLE, this time simply using [[standard armor]] plating instead of the advanced [[ferro-fibrous]] composites. BV (2.0) = 873<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 30</ref>
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*;FFL-3PP2 : Another refit of the FFL-3SLE, this time simply using standard armor plating instead of the advanced Ferro-Fibrous composites. BV (2.0) = 873<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 30</ref>
  
*; FFL-3PP3 : Again lacking in [[ferro-fibrous]] armor, this variation on the -3SLE also removes the [[Guardian ECM suite]], instead upgrading the [[LRM-10]] rack with an [[Artemis IV]] fire-control system. BV (2.0) = 808<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 31</ref>
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*;FFL-3PP3 : Again lacking in Ferro-Fibrous armor, this variation on the -3SLE also removes the ECM system, instead upgrading the LRM rack with an [[Artemis IV]] fire-control system. BV (2.0) = 808<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 31</ref>
  
*; FFL-4A : An early variant of the ''Firefly'', and one that accompanied the Dragoons to the Inner Sphere, the -4A carries a similar weapons payload to the -4B model, although it keeps the [[small laser]] battery of the -3A instead of the [[anti-missile system]]. BV (1.0) = 649, BV (2.0) = 831<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 32</ref>
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*;FFL-4A : An early variant of the ''Firefly'', and one that accompanied the Dragoons to the Inner Sphere, the 4A carries a similar weapons payload to the 4B model, although it keeps the small laser battery of the -3A instead of the anti-missile system. BV (1.0) = 649, BV (2.0) = 831<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 32</ref>
  
*;FFL-4C : A variant created by the [[Com Guards]], the 4C upgrades the 4B ''Firefly'' with an [[XL engine]] and [[endo steel]] structure. All three lasers are upgraded to [[medium pulse laser]]s, and an [[Artemis IV FCS]] is slaved to the missile launcher. To handle the increased heat, the heat sinks are upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRSWp20f /> BV (2.0) = 806<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 94</ref>
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*;FFL-4C : A variant created by the [[Com Guards]], the 4C upgrades the 4B ''Firefly'' with an [[XL Engine]] and [[Endo Steel]] structure. All three lasers are upgraded to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[Artemis IV FCS]] is slaved to the missile launcher. To handle the increased heat, the heat sinks are upgraded to [[double heat sink|doubles]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 806<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 94</ref>
  
*; FFL-4D : A comparatively new variant that appeared with the Dragoons shortly before the fighting on [[Outreach]], the 4D saves weight through the use of a [[light engine]], [[endo steel]], and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. Like the 4C, this variant adds an [[Artemis IV FCS]] to the [[LRM-5]], but also upgrades the lasers to [[ER medium laser]]s. Due to space constraints, the 4D uses 12 [[single heat sink]]s that are sorely taxed.<ref name=TRSWp20f /> BV (2.0) = 894<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 95</ref>
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*;FFL-4D : A comparatively new variant that appeared with the Dragoons shortly before the fighting on [[Outreach]], the 4D saves weight through the use of a [[Light Engine]], Endo Steel, and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. Like the 4C, this variant adds an Artemis IV FCS to the [[LRM-5]]. The D, however, upgrades the lasers to [[ER Medium Laser]]s. Due to space constraints, the 4D uses twelve single heat sinks that are sorely taxed. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 894<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 95</ref>
  
*; FFL-4DA : An electronic warfare variant of the FFL-4D model, the -4DA replaces the [[anti-missile system]] and its ammo with a [[Guardian ECM suite]]. BV (2.0) = 921<ref name="WB">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 29, 95.</ref>
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*;FFL-4DA : An electronic warfare variant of the FFL-4D model, the 4DA replaces the Anti-Missile System and its ammo with a Guardian ECM Suite. BV (2.0) = 921 <ref name="WB">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 29, 95.</ref>
  
*; FFL-5A: In an attempt to increase their logistics chain, the [[Wolf's Dragoons]] commissioned the production of the 5A-series to [[Ceres Metal Industries]]. The biggest change on this model is an increase in mobility, featuring a 180-rated [[XL engine]] and a fully functional [[Partial Wing]] instead of the cosmetic one. Keeping the standard [[LRM 5]] and [[Anti-Missile System]], the lasers are replaced with [[ER Medium Laser]]s. All ammos are protected by [[CASE]]. BV (1.0) = ???? BV (2.0) = 996 <ref name=RG29p12/>
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*;''Firefly'' C : This is a Clan variant of the ''Firefly'' that has been upgraded with all [[Clan]] technology and is also used by [[Wolf's Dragoons]]. The ''Firefly C'' is built on an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and is armed with four [[ER Small Laser]]s, three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[SRM-2]] launcher. BV (1.0) = 1,174<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 41</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,290<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 33</ref>
 
 
*; ''Firefly C'' : This is a Clan variant of the ''Firefly'' that has been upgraded with all [[Clan]] technology and is also used by [[Wolf's Dragoons]]. The ''Firefly C'' is built on an [[endo steel]] chassis and is armed with four [[ER small laser]]s, three [[medium pulse laser]]s, and an [[SRM-2]] launcher.<ref name=TRSWp20f /> BV (1.0) = 1,174<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 41</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,290<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 33</ref>
 
 
 
==Design Quirks==
 
The ''Firefly'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual, p. 91: "BattleMech Quirk Table"</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)''], p. 9</ref>
 
* [[No/Minimal Arms]]
 
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==Notable Pilots==
 
:''See [[:Category:Notable Firefly Pilots]]''
 
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
* As of the first printing of ''[[Record Sheets: Succession Wars]]'', the -3A is half a ton underweight.
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As of the first printing of ''[[Record Sheets: Succession Wars]]'', the the -3A is .5 tons underweight.
* In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''''Zecke''''', which translates to ''Tick''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''ZCK-4A'''.
 
  
==Gallery==
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==BattleMech Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
Firefly_WolfsDragoonsSB.jpg|Original FFL-4A ''Firefly'' from ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
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Image:FFL-3SLE Firefly.jpg|FFL-3SLE ''Firefly'' mid-Jump
3050_Firefly.jpg|''Firefly'' from [[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]
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File:Firefly_WolfsDragoonsSB.jpg|FFL-4A ''Firefly'' fielded by Wolf's Dragoons
3055U Firefly.jpg|FFL-3SLE ''Firefly'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
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Image:3050_Firefly.jpg|The ''Firefly'' from the original [[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]
FFL-3SLE Firefly.jpg|FFL-3SLE ''Firefly'' from ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
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Image:CCG Counterstrike Firefly.jpg|FFL-4B ''Firefly'' in Combat
Firefly RGilClan v29.jpg|''Firefly'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29|RG:iClan vol. 29]]''
 
CCG Counterstrike Firefly.jpg|FFL-4B ''Firefly'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
<div class="desktop-3-col">
 
 
*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: Succession Wars]]''
 
*''[[Technical Readout: Succession Wars]]''
 
*''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
 
*''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
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[[Category:Wolf's Dragoons BattleMechs]]
 
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