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|image=Goshawk II 2.jpg
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|image = Goshawk II TRO3085.jpg
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|name=Goshawk II
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|name = ''Goshawk II''
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|manufacturer=[[Industrial Complex Alpha]]
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|manufacturer = [[Industrial Complex Alpha]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 152-153, "Goshawk II"</ref>
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|production year=3086
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|production year = 3086
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|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1249/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|year reference = <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1249/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|model=
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|model = Standard
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|class=Medium
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|cost = 9,640,470 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/>
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|cost=
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|Tech Base = Clan
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|mass=45
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|mech type = BattleMech
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|chassis=GS-2E
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|mass = 45
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|armor=Raven Comp A
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|chassis = [[GS-2E]] [[endo steel]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|engine=[[XL Fusion Engine|Extralight 315 Fusion]]
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|armor = [[Raven Comp A]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|comsys=[[SR Com 6 w/ECM]]
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|engine = 315-rated [[XL engine]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|T&T=[[Type 13e w/Targeting Computer]]
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|comsys = [[SR Com 6]] with [[ECM suite]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]]
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|T&T = [[Type 13e]] with [[targeting computer]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|speed=118
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double heat sink|double]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|speed with MASC=
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|speed = 118.8<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|jumpjets=SR Starlifter 45
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|jumpjets = [[SR Starlifter 45]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|armament= 1x [[ER Large Laser]] <br/> 2x [[Small Pulse Laser|Small Pulse Lasers]] <br/> 6x [[Micro Pulse Lasers]]
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|armament =  
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|BV (1.0)=
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* 1x [[ER large laser]]<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/><br/>
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|BV (2.0)=1,849<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 153 - Goshawk II's BV2.</ref>
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* 2x [[Small pulse laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/><br/>
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* 6x [[Micro pulse laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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|BV (1.0) = N/A
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|BV (2.0) = 1,849<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 55</ref>
 
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==Description==
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== Description ==
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The '''''Goshawk II''''' is a Medium [[BattleMech]] built by [[Clan Snow Raven]] in the mid-3080s. Based on the heavier, ''[[Vapor Eagle (Goshawk)|Vapor Eagle]]'' (also known as the ''Goshawk''), it is produced on the [[Inner Sphere]] world of [[Dante]]. The ''Goshawk II'' was designed as a second-line BattleMech for use exclusively by the Ravens.
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The '''''Goshawk II''''' is a medium [[BattleMech]] built by [[Clan Snow Raven]] in the mid-3080s. Based on the heavier ''[[Vapor Eagle (Goshawk)|Vapor Eagle]]'', also known as the ''Goshawk'', it is produced on the [[Inner Sphere]] world of [[Dante (system)|Dante]]. The ''Goshawk II'' was designed as a second-line BattleMech for use exclusively by the Ravens.<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
  
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The ''Goshawk'' has been designed to deal with new threats from the Inner Sphere's improved electronics.  The 'Mech has been fitted with an [[ECM Suite]] to help cut down an opponent's advantages. The 'Mech is protected by nine tons of Raven Comp A Standard Armor.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'' pp. 152-153 Goshawk II - Background info on Goshawk.</ref>
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== Weapons and Equipment ==
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The ''Goshawk II'' is built on a weight saving [[GS-2E]] [[endo steel]] chassis, which mounts a 315-rated [[XL engine]] that can push the mech up to 118.8 km/h. This high speed is enhanced with the inclusion of seven [[SR Starlifter 45]] [[jump jet]]s, allowing the 'Mech to leap up to 210 meters in a single leap. Additionally, the ''Goshawk II'' has been designed to deal with new threats from the Inner Sphere's improved electronics by fitting an [[ECM suite]] to help cut down an opponent's advantages. The 'Mech is protected by nine tons of [[Raven Comp A]] [[standard armor]].<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
  
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==Weapons and Equipment==
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The ''Goshawk II''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s only long range weapon is its [[Series 6b]] [[ER large laser]] mounted in the right arm. The rest of its weaponry is intended for close combat, where it employs a pair of [[Series 4c]] [[small pulse laser]]s in the left arm and torso, and six [[Series 3c]] [[micro pulse laser]]s spread between the left arm, right arm, and head. This weaponry is guided by a [[targeting computer]], allowing the 'Mech to snipe at significant range. The heat level generated by the 'Mech is kept within limits by ten [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>
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The ''Goshawk II's'' only long range weapon is its Series 6b Extended Range Large Laser mounted in the right arm. The bulk of its weaponry is intended for close combat, where it employs a pair of [[Small Pulse Laser]]s and a sextuplet of [[Micro Pulse Lasers|Micro Pulse Lasers]]. The weaponry is guided by a [[Targeting Computer]], allowing the 'Mech to snipe at significant range. The heat level generated by the 'Mech is kept within limits by 20 [[double heat sinks]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 152-153 Goshawk II - Mech's Weapons specs and equipment associated with them.</ref>
 
  
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==Variants==
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== Variants ==
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*;''Goshawk II'' 2 : This ''Goshawk II'' variant, intended for anti-infantry work, replaces the lasers mounted in the left arm and torso with two [[ER Flamer]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,767<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 217</ref>
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*; ''Goshawk II'' 2 : This ''Goshawk II'' variant, developed in [[Introduction Year::3086]]<ref name="MUL2"/>, intended for anti-infantry work. It replaces the [[small pulse laser]]s mounted in the left arm and torso with two [[ER flamer]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,767<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 217</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1247/goshawk-ii-2/ MUL online entry for the Ghoshwk II 2 variant]''</ref>
  
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*;''Goshawk II'' 3 : This variant of the ''Goshawk II'' is intended for use in space. The design has its Micro Pulse Lasers and ECM Suite removed and its Small Pulse Lasers upgraded to [[Medium Pulse Lasers]]. The [[Armored Cockpit|cockpit armor protection]] is enhanced for better protection in space.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 152 Variants - Goshawk II 2 variant info. Actual picture of 'Mech used for TRO profile.</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,115<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 218</ref>
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*; ''Goshawk II'' 3 : This variant of the ''Goshawk II'', developed also in 3086<ref name="MUL3"/>, is intended for use in space. The design has its [[micro pulse laser]]s and [[ECM suite]] removed and its [[small pulse laser]]s upgraded to [[medium pulse laser]]s. The [[Armored Cockpit|cockpit armor protection]] is enhanced for better pilot survivability in space<ref name="TRO:3085p152+"/>. BV (2.0) = 2,115<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 218</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1248/goshawk-ii-3/ MUL online entry for the Ghoshwk II 3 variant]''</ref>
  
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==Related Designs==
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*; ''Goshawk II'' 4 : This [[Dark Age]] variant is produced by [[Clan Sea Fox]]. It carries an [[XXL engine]] and more weaponry, but is unpopular with pilots due to heat issues.<ref name="TRO:3150p223">''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223, "New Tech, New Upgrades - BattleMechs"</ref>
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*''[[Vapor Eagle (Goshawk)|Goshawk/Vapor Eagle]]'' - 55 ton Original design
 
  
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==References==
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*; ''Goshawk II'' RISC : Based on the ''Goshawk II'' 4, this [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] late [[Dark Age era]] refit-variant was created in [[Introduction Year::3136]]<ref name="MUL4"/> by the [[Republic of the Sphere]]'s [[Republic Institute of Strategic Combat]] in secret and was considered to be a failure. This variation of the ''Goshawk II'' features  RISC's failed [[emergency coolant system]]; this experimental cooling system was designed to allow the variant to manage its heavy heat load. The majority of its heat issues comes from its 315-Rated [[XXL engine]] and weapon's payload, which consists of a single [[Streak LRM-10]], [[plasma cannon]], and an [[improved heavy large laser]]. The RISC variant also features seven and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor, giving it reasonable resistance to enemy fire in combat, a top speed of 110 km/h, and uses several [[jump jet]]s give it high mobility. BV(2.0) = 1,886<ref name="XTRO:RV3p6">''Experimental Technical Readout: Republic, Volume 3'', pp. 6, 25, "Goshawk II RISC"</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7376/goshawk-ii-risc/ MUL online entry for the Ghoshwk II (RISC) variant]''</ref>
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== Design Quirks ==
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The '' Goshawk II'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Goshawk II Entry.</ref>
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* [[Nimble Jumper]]
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* [[Improved Life Support]]
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The ''Goshawk II'' RISC variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name="XTRO:RV3p6"/><ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Goshawk II Entry.</ref>
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* [[Combat Computer]]
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* [[Cooling System Flaws]]
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* [[Prototype]]
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== Related Designs ==
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* ''[[Vapor Eagle (Goshawk)|Goshawk/Vapor Eagle]]'' - The 55 ton design that the ''Goshawk II'' is based on.
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==Notable Pilots==
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:''See [[:Category:Notable Goshawk II Pilots]]''
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== BattleMech Gallery ==
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<gallery>
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Goshawk II TRO3085.jpg|Original ''Goshawk II from'' ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO:3085]]''
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Goshawk II RISC XTRORepublicIII.jpg|''Goshawk II'' RISC from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Republic, Volume 3|XTRO:Republic, Vol. 3]]''
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</gallery>
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== References ==
 
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==Bibliography==
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== Bibliography ==
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*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Republic, Volume 3]]''
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*''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]''
 
*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
 
*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]''
  
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[[Category:'Mechs]]
 
[[Category:BattleMechs|Goshawk II]]
 
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[[Category:Clan Sea Fox BattleMechs|Goshawk II]]
 
[[Category:Clan Snow Raven BattleMechs|Goshawk II]]
 
[[Category:Clan Snow Raven BattleMechs|Goshawk II]]
 
[[Category:45 ton BattleMechs|Goshawk II]]
 
[[Category:45 ton BattleMechs|Goshawk II]]

Latest revision as of 09:27, 5 March 2024

Goshawk II
Goshawk II
Production information
Manufacturer Industrial Complex Alpha[1]
Production Year 3086[2]
Model Standard
Class Medium
Cost 9,640,470 C-bills[2]
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan BattleMech
Mass 45 tons
Chassis GS-2E endo steel[1]
Armor Raven Comp A[1]
Engine 315-rated XL engine[1]
Communications System SR Com 6 with ECM suite[1]
Targeting Tracking System Type 13e with targeting computer[1]
Heat Sinks 10 double[1]
Speed 118.8[1] km/h
Jump Jets SR Starlifter 45[1]
Armament
BV (1.0) N/A
BV (2.0) 1,849[1][2][3]


Description[edit]

The Goshawk II is a medium BattleMech built by Clan Snow Raven in the mid-3080s. Based on the heavier Vapor Eagle, also known as the Goshawk, it is produced on the Inner Sphere world of Dante. The Goshawk II was designed as a second-line BattleMech for use exclusively by the Ravens.[1]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Goshawk II is built on a weight saving GS-2E endo steel chassis, which mounts a 315-rated XL engine that can push the mech up to 118.8 km/h. This high speed is enhanced with the inclusion of seven SR Starlifter 45 jump jets, allowing the 'Mech to leap up to 210 meters in a single leap. Additionally, the Goshawk II has been designed to deal with new threats from the Inner Sphere's improved electronics by fitting an ECM suite to help cut down an opponent's advantages. The 'Mech is protected by nine tons of Raven Comp A standard armor.[1]

The Goshawk II's only long range weapon is its Series 6b ER large laser mounted in the right arm. The rest of its weaponry is intended for close combat, where it employs a pair of Series 4c small pulse lasers in the left arm and torso, and six Series 3c micro pulse lasers spread between the left arm, right arm, and head. This weaponry is guided by a targeting computer, allowing the 'Mech to snipe at significant range. The heat level generated by the 'Mech is kept within limits by ten double heat sinks.[1]

Variants[edit]

  • Goshawk II 2 
    This Goshawk II variant, developed in 3086[4], intended for anti-infantry work. It replaces the small pulse lasers mounted in the left arm and torso with two ER flamers. BV (2.0) = 1,767[5][4]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Goshawk II is subject to the following Design Quirks:[11]

The Goshawk II RISC variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[10][12]

Related Designs[edit]

Notable Pilots[edit]

See Category:Notable Goshawk II Pilots

BattleMech Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 152-153, "Goshawk II"
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online entry for the Goshawk II
  3. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition, p. 55
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 MUL online entry for the Ghoshwk II 2 variant
  5. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 217
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 MUL online entry for the Ghoshwk II 3 variant
  7. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 218
  8. ↑ Technical Readout: 3150, p. 223, "New Tech, New Upgrades - BattleMechs"
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 MUL online entry for the Ghoshwk II (RISC) variant
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Republic, Volume 3, pp. 6, 25, "Goshawk II RISC"
  11. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Goshawk II Entry.
  12. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Goshawk II Entry.

Bibliography[edit]

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