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| − | | image = Goblin.jpg | + | | image = Goblin RGilClan v33.jpg |
| − | | name = Goblin | + | | name = Goblin medium tank |
| − | | manufacturer = [[Alphard Trading Corporation]]<ref name="FM:3145p190">''Field Manual: 3145'', p. 190 | + | | manufacturer = |
| − | | production year= | + | [[Alphard Trading Corporation]]<ref name="FM:3145p190">''Field Manual: 3145'', p. 190: "Lothian League"</ref> |
| + | ------ | ||
| + | [[Johnston Industries]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 84</ref> | ||
| + | | production year= | ||
| year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1226/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1226/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| Mission = Infantry Transport | | Mission = Infantry Transport | ||
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| cost = 606,825 C-bills | | cost = 606,825 C-bills | ||
| mass = 45 tons | | mass = 45 tons | ||
| − | | armor = ProtecTech 9 | + | | armor = [[ProtecTech 9]] |
| − | | engine = 180 LongWay I.C.E. | + | | heat sinks = 8 [[Heat Sink|single]] |
| + | | engine = [[180 LongWay I.C.E.]] | ||
| speed = 64.8 | | speed = 64.8 | ||
| Crew = 3 | | Crew = 3 | ||
| − | | comsys = [[CommuTech XL]]<ref name="TRO:3039p58">''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 58 | + | | comsys = [[CommuTech XL]]<ref name="TRO:3039p58">''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 58: "Goblin Medium Tank"</ref> |
| T&T = [[BlazeFire tracker with RangeCheck]]<ref name="TRO:3039p58"/> | | T&T = [[BlazeFire tracker with RangeCheck]]<ref name="TRO:3039p58"/> | ||
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| armament = | | armament = | ||
*1x [[Large Laser]] | *1x [[Large Laser]] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The distinguishing feature of the '''Goblin''' | + | The distinguishing feature of the '''Goblin''' medium tank is its infantry bay, which is large enough to hold one squad or one support weapon team. This enables an infantry unit to either add their firepower to the tank's, or cover it in urban areas. The origin of the design is unknown, but it was a common sight within the mechanized infantry regiments of the [[Star League]].<ref>''Field Manual: SLDF'', p. 15</ref> Later, Johnston Industries was producing the tank for the [[Federated Suns]] late into the [[First Succession War]]. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The Goblin is armed with a BlazeFire Systems [[ | + | The Goblin is armed with a [[BlazeFire Systems]] [[large laser]] as its main gun and a [[Johnston MiniGun]] for anti-infantry purposes. While limited, this weapons loadout enables the Goblin to keep shooting throughout extended engagements. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;LRM : A pair of [[LRM-10]]s replace the [[Large Laser]]. Three tons of ammunition is included for the launchers. BV (2.0) = 656<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 | + | *;LRM : A pair of [[LRM-10]]s replace the [[Large Laser]]. Three tons of ammunition is included for the launchers. BV (2.0) = 656<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 98</ref> |
| − | *;MG : This version is a potent anti-personnel tank. The [[Large Laser]] is replaced with five additional machine guns. | + | *;MG : This version is a potent anti-personnel tank. The [[Large Laser]] is replaced with five additional machine guns. An [[SRM-6]] is also fitted in the turret. Finally, the infantry bay is expanded to five tons. BV (2.0) = 527<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 99</ref> |
| − | *;SRM : Some Goblins are known to have their Large Laser replaced with three SRM-6 racks and 60 shots for them to increase their firepower. BV (1.0) = 371, BV (2.0) = 647<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 | + | *;SRM : Some Goblins are known to have their Large Laser replaced with three SRM-6 racks and 60 shots for them to increase their firepower. BV (1.0) = 371, BV (2.0) = 647<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 97</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Goblin infantry support vehicle : Though the Goblin remained a capable tank during its time in the Inner Sphere, the [[Clan Invasion]] prompted Johnston Industries to redesign it. A 180 FireHeart [[fusion engine]] replaces the LongWay ICE, enabling the infantry bay to be expanded. The new Goblin can now carry a full platoon into battle. In addition, the large laser is replaced with a [[Sutel Precision Line]] [[large pulse laser]], and a [[Harpoon-6]] [[SRM 6]] is added to increase its firepower. The redesign mounts two Johnston miniguns, providing even more defense against infantry. Finally, a [[MainFire Point Defense]] [[anti-missile system]] was installed to increase its survivability. The armor protection was increased from 8 tons to 9.5 tons of ferro-fibrous. Full production of this version, known as the Goblin infantry support vehicle, began in [[3053]], though some prototypes saw action during the final months of the initial Clan Invasion. BV (1.0) = 485,<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 99</ref> BV (2.0) = 790 |
| − | *;Goblin II Infantry Support Vehicle : A second variant of the Upgraded Goblin, introduced during the [[Jihad]], trades the Large Pulse Laser for an [[ER Medium Laser]] and [[LRM-10]] with a ton of ammunition. Its Infantry Bay is increased to a three ton capacity.BV (2.0) = 839. <ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 102</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'' p. 87 | + | *;Goblin II Infantry Support Vehicle : A second variant of the Upgraded Goblin, introduced during the [[Jihad]], trades the Large Pulse Laser for an [[ER Medium Laser]] and [[LRM-10]] with a ton of ammunition. Its Infantry Bay is increased to a three ton capacity.BV (2.0) = 839.<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 102</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'' p. 87: Newly updated 3058 record sheet, includes Infantry Bay information</ref> |
| − | *;Sealed : This variant replaces the standard weaponry with a [[Snub-Nose PPC]]. [[Environmental Sealing]] allows it to operate under any conditions, but did require the removal of the Infantry Bay. The vehicle replaces the standard I.C.E with a fusion engine to make it | + | *; Sealed : This variant replaces the standard weaponry with a [[Snub-Nose PPC]]. [[Environmental Sealing]] allows it to operate under any conditions, but did require the removal of the Infantry Bay. The vehicle replaces the standard I.C.E with a fusion engine to make it less vulnerable. An SRM-6 and anti-missile system are supported by a [[machine gun]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 897<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 35</ref> |
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| + | *; Goblin III Infantry Support Vehicle : This variant is equipped with a [[Large Re-engineered Laser]] and a [[Machine Gun]] with [[CASE]]-protected ammunition. The infantry bay is enlarged to 4 tons to better facilitate squads of battle armor. An enlarged fusion engine allows it to match contemporary medium tanks in speed. It enjoys enhanced protection from its heavy ferro-fibrous armor. BV (2.0) = 794<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33'', pp. 12, 31</ref> | ||
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | *;Goblin-X : This [[Experimental Technology|experimental variant]] from [[Jalastar Aerospace]] uses an [[XXL | + | *;Goblin-X : This [[Experimental Technology|experimental variant]] from [[Jalastar Aerospace]] uses an [[XXL engine]] to provide power. [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor protects the hull and the newly expanded (eight ton) Infantry Bay. The Goblin-X uses a dual turret configuration for its weapons. The main turret carries a [[Light PPC]] equipped with a [[PPC Capacitor]] and a single [[MML-9]] missile launcher. The forward turret carries a pair of [[Magshot]]s for anti-battle armor defense. Though these weapons far out-range the original Machine Guns, they're not as effective against conventional infantry. BV (2.0) = 886<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks'', p. 10</ref> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | + | Goblin.jpg|Original Goblin from ''[[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]]'' | |
| + | 3058U Goblin.jpg|Upgraded Goblin from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' | ||
| + | Goblin RGilClan v33.jpg|Goblin from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33|RG:iClan vol. 33]]'' | ||
| + | Goblin ISV TC.jpg|A pair of upgraded Goblin ISV's from ''[[Total Chaos]]'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
| − | *''Combat Operations'', p. 126 | + | * ''Combat Operations'', p. 126 |
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
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* ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
* ''[[Field Manual: 3145]]'' | * ''[[Field Manual: 3145]]'' | ||
* ''[[Field Manual: SLDF]]'' | * ''[[Field Manual: SLDF]]'' | ||
* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
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[[Category:Tracked Combat Vehicles]] | [[Category:Tracked Combat Vehicles]] | ||
[[Category:Transport Combat Vehicles]] | [[Category:Transport Combat Vehicles]] | ||
| + | [[Category:SLDF Combat Vehicles]] | ||
[[Category:Federated Suns Combat Vehicles]] | [[Category:Federated Suns Combat Vehicles]] | ||
Latest revision as of 18:40, 29 April 2024
- This article is about the medium tank. For other uses, see Goblin (disambiguation).
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| Goblin medium tank | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Alphard Trading Corporation[1]
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| Mission | Infantry Transport |
| Type | Tracked |
| Cost | 606,825 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 45 tons |
| Armor | ProtecTech 9 |
| Engine | 180 LongWay I.C.E. |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Crew | 3 |
| Communications System | CommuTech XL[3] |
| Targeting Tracking System | BlazeFire tracker with RangeCheck[3] |
| Heat Sinks | 8 single |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 430[4] |
| BV (2.0) | 555 |
Contents
Description[edit]
The distinguishing feature of the Goblin medium tank is its infantry bay, which is large enough to hold one squad or one support weapon team. This enables an infantry unit to either add their firepower to the tank's, or cover it in urban areas. The origin of the design is unknown, but it was a common sight within the mechanized infantry regiments of the Star League.[5] Later, Johnston Industries was producing the tank for the Federated Suns late into the First Succession War.
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Goblin is armed with a BlazeFire Systems large laser as its main gun and a Johnston MiniGun for anti-infantry purposes. While limited, this weapons loadout enables the Goblin to keep shooting throughout extended engagements.
Variants[edit]
- LRM
- A pair of LRM-10s replace the Large Laser. Three tons of ammunition is included for the launchers. BV (2.0) = 656[6]
- MG
- This version is a potent anti-personnel tank. The Large Laser is replaced with five additional machine guns. An SRM-6 is also fitted in the turret. Finally, the infantry bay is expanded to five tons. BV (2.0) = 527[7]
- SRM
- Some Goblins are known to have their Large Laser replaced with three SRM-6 racks and 60 shots for them to increase their firepower. BV (1.0) = 371, BV (2.0) = 647[8]
- Goblin infantry support vehicle
- Though the Goblin remained a capable tank during its time in the Inner Sphere, the Clan Invasion prompted Johnston Industries to redesign it. A 180 FireHeart fusion engine replaces the LongWay ICE, enabling the infantry bay to be expanded. The new Goblin can now carry a full platoon into battle. In addition, the large laser is replaced with a Sutel Precision Line large pulse laser, and a Harpoon-6 SRM 6 is added to increase its firepower. The redesign mounts two Johnston miniguns, providing even more defense against infantry. Finally, a MainFire Point Defense anti-missile system was installed to increase its survivability. The armor protection was increased from 8 tons to 9.5 tons of ferro-fibrous. Full production of this version, known as the Goblin infantry support vehicle, began in 3053, though some prototypes saw action during the final months of the initial Clan Invasion. BV (1.0) = 485,[9] BV (2.0) = 790
- Goblin II Infantry Support Vehicle
- A second variant of the Upgraded Goblin, introduced during the Jihad, trades the Large Pulse Laser for an ER Medium Laser and LRM-10 with a ton of ammunition. Its Infantry Bay is increased to a three ton capacity.BV (2.0) = 839.[10][11]
- Sealed
- This variant replaces the standard weaponry with a Snub-Nose PPC. Environmental Sealing allows it to operate under any conditions, but did require the removal of the Infantry Bay. The vehicle replaces the standard I.C.E with a fusion engine to make it less vulnerable. An SRM-6 and anti-missile system are supported by a machine gun.[12] BV (2.0) = 897[13]
- Goblin III Infantry Support Vehicle
- This variant is equipped with a Large Re-engineered Laser and a Machine Gun with CASE-protected ammunition. The infantry bay is enlarged to 4 tons to better facilitate squads of battle armor. An enlarged fusion engine allows it to match contemporary medium tanks in speed. It enjoys enhanced protection from its heavy ferro-fibrous armor. BV (2.0) = 794[14]
Custom Variants[edit]
- Goblin-X
- This experimental variant from Jalastar Aerospace uses an XXL engine to provide power. Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor protects the hull and the newly expanded (eight ton) Infantry Bay. The Goblin-X uses a dual turret configuration for its weapons. The main turret carries a Light PPC equipped with a PPC Capacitor and a single MML-9 missile launcher. The forward turret carries a pair of Magshots for anti-battle armor defense. Though these weapons far out-range the original Machine Guns, they're not as effective against conventional infantry. BV (2.0) = 886[15]
Gallery[edit]
Original Goblin from TRO:3026
Upgraded Goblin from TRO:3058
Goblin from RG:iClan vol. 33
A pair of upgraded Goblin ISV's from Total Chaos
References[edit]
- ↑ Field Manual: 3145, p. 190: "Lothian League"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, p. 84
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 58: "Goblin Medium Tank"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 98
- ↑ Field Manual: SLDF, p. 15
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 98
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 99
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 97
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 99
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 102
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere) p. 87: Newly updated 3058 record sheet, includes Infantry Bay information
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 191
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 35
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33, pp. 12, 31
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks, p. 10
- Combat Operations, p. 126
Bibliography[edit]
- Combat Operations
- Field Manual: 3145
- Field Manual: SLDF
- Master Unit List
- Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33
- Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged
- Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New
- Technical Readout: 3026
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3058
- Technical Readout: 3085