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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-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. BV (2.0) = 806<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 94</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> |
| − | *; 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. BV (2.0) = 894<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 95</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> |
*; 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-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> | ||
| − | *; 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== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
Revision as of 05:29, 17 November 2022
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| Firefly | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Coventry/Earthwerks Combine[1] |
| Production Year | 2790[2] |
| Model | FFL-4B |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 2,342,600 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Chassis | Earthwerks Firefly |
| Armor | StarSlab/1 with CASE |
| Engine | GM 150 |
| Communications System | Datcom 18 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Radcom TXX |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Speed | 86 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Lexington Lifters |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 716 |
| BV (2.0) | 870[1][3] |
Contents
Description
Until the arrival of Wolf's Dragoons in 3005, the 2790 Firefly was a 'Mech thought to be extinct from the rigors of the 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 and ability 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.
Weapons and Equipment
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 lasers, 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.[4]
Variants
- FFL-3A
- First built in 2679, the standard Star League Defense Force model[5] utilizes an XL engine, double heat sinks, and ferro-fibrous armor to reduce weight. A battery of four small lasers, three medium lasers, 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[6][7]
- 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 lasers, four Martell small lasers, and a 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[8]
- 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[9]
- 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[10]
- 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[11]
- 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[12]
- 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 lasers, and an Artemis IV FCS is slaved to the missile launcher. To handle the increased heat, the heat sinks are upgraded to double heat sinks.[1] BV (2.0) = 806[13]
- 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 lasers. Due to space constraints, the 4D uses 12 single heat sinks that are sorely taxed.[1] BV (2.0) = 894[14]
- 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[15]
- 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 lasers, three medium pulse lasers, and an SRM-2 launcher.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,174[16], BV (2.0) = 1,290[17]
Design Quirks
The Firefly has the following Design Quirk:[18][19]
Notes
- As of the first printing of Record Sheets: Succession Wars, the -3A is half a ton underweight.
- In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to Zecke, which rather means Tick. The model code was accordingly changed to ZCK-4A.
Gallery
Original FFL-4A Firefly from Wolf's Dragoons
Firefly from TRO:3050
FFL-3SLE Firefly from TRO:3050 Upgrade
FFL-3SLE Firefly from Historical: Operation Klondike
FFL-4B Firefly in combat from CCG
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 20–21
- ↑ MUL online date for the Firefly
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 17
- ↑ Technical Readout: Succession Wars, p. 20
- ↑ Historical: Operation Klondike, p. 165
- ↑ Record Sheets: Succession Wars, p. 28
- ↑ MUL online entry for the FFL-3A variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 28
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 29
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 30
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 31
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 32
- ↑ Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 94
- ↑ Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 95
- ↑ Starterbook: Wolf and Blake, pp. 29, 95.
- ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 41
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 33
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: "BattleMech Quirk Table"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01), p. 9
Bibliography
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)
- Record Sheets: Operation Klondike
- Record Sheets: Succession Wars
- Record Sheets: Upgrades
- Starterbook: Wolf and Blake
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: Succession Wars
- Wolf's Dragoons