Editing Grasshopper

{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=Grasshopper RGilClan v01.png
|name=''Grasshopper''
|manufacturer=
[[Lantren Corporation]]
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[[Jalastar Aerospace]]<ref>''Handbook: House Davion'', p. 188</ref>
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[[Arc-Royal MechWorks]]<ref name=TROP-129/>
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[[LexaTech Industries]]<ref name=TROP-129/>
|model=GHR-5H
|production year=2780
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1267/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 150</ref>
|cost= 6,024,574 C-bills
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|mech type =BattleMech
|feet=biped
|mass=70
|chassis=Mingh z33/7
|armor=Maximillian 100
|engine=[[VOX 280]]
|comsys=[[Allet-C308]]
|T&T=[[Allet T-11]]
|heat sinks=22
|speed=64.8
|jumpjets=[[Lexington Lifters]]
|armament=
*1x [[Large Laser]]
* 4x [[medium laser]]s
*1x [[LRM-5]]
|BV (1.0)=1,268<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 121, 125</ref>
|BV (2.0)=1,427<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 155</ref>
}}

==Description==
Originally intended as a stealthy hunter-killer of light and medium [['Mech]]s for the [[SLDF]], the '''''Grasshopper''''' entered service in [[Introduction Year::2780]] after hostilities had already ceased in the [[Amaris Civil War]]. Problems integrating the original stealth systems with the chassis meant the ''Grasshopper'' missed the [[Operation Liberation|climactic end]] to the conflict. The stealth systems were ultimately removed from the final design.<ref name=WIaN>"What's in a Name?"</ref> The untested and unorthodox 'Mech was distributed primarily to the regular army rather than the more prestigious [[SLDF Royal|Royal]] units, and within four years it could be found in most [[Star League]] [[regiments]]. Thus as the League dissolved, with the chaos of [[Operation EXODUS]] and the defection of many SLDF units to the [[Successor States]], ''Grasshopper''s found their way into the various House armies one way or another.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 86</ref><ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 80</ref>

With great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry, the ''Grasshopper'' proved itself during the [[First Succession War]]. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h was augmented by four Leviathan Lifter [[jump jet]]s, one pair in each leg, giving it a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. Revolutionary for its time, the appearance of a heavy 'Mech with the mobility of a lighter design caused a change in tactics; the ''Grasshopper'' became known for using surprise and speed to appear suddenly in the midst of a tightly-packed [[Lance]], a devastating situation should the enemy lack short-ranged weapons themselves. The use of twenty-two [[heat sinks]] also gave it superior heat dissipation rates compared to other heavy 'Mechs, while its low dependence on ammunition allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time. Though it could be outgunned by other 'Mechs of similar tonnage, the combination of its mobility and thirteen tons of standard armor allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to at least inflict significant damage before being forced to withdraw. Finally, mounting its primary weapon in its center torso meant the ''Grasshopper'' remained combat-capable despite suffering crippling damage, including losing both arms, leading many to classify it as a "zombie" 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/>

Besides hunting down lighter machines to clear the way for heavier, less-mobile 'Mechs, the ''Grasshopper''&#39;s mobility and endurance meant it often spearheaded assaults to storm fortifications, led flanking attacks to hit the enemy from the rear, and served as a backup brawler for [[company|companies]] of light and medium 'Mechs. Its ability to operate independently made it an excellent choice as a raider and guerrilla fighter, an attribute also prized by [[mercenary]] units in need of self-reliant 'Mechs. While popular the ''Grasshopper'' was also an uncommon sight during the Succession Wars, causing many commanders to mistakenly treat it as just another heavy 'Mech. By the time they realized their mistake it was too late, though following [[ComStar]]'s publication of ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' military leaders became more familiar with the 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/>

In the midst of the [[Second Succession War]] the Lantren Corporation's factory on [[Bryant]] was destroyed in [[2843]], a result of worsening global storms and damage inflicted during the conflict, causing production of the 'Mech to cease. However, the ''Grasshopper'' was usually prioritized over other 'Mechs, even a unit commander's own, when it came time to repair and rebuild after a battle. Thus most of the original production run was still in active duty even after centuries of use. Lantren Corporation would eventually introduce a new variant in [[3049]], the GHR-5J, which upgraded many of its original systems with superior [[lostech]] components. Yet the original model was so popular that it would still outnumber the -5J for decades to come by a ratio of three to one. Only when the [[Draconis Combine]] introduced their own [[C3]] variant that trend began to reverse. Further variants were introduced in the years following, and the ''Grasshopper'' participated in many conflicts, including both sides of the [[Jihad]].<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>

==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Grasshopper'' carries a center torso mounted [[Diplan HD]] [[Large Laser]] as its primary weapon. Supplementing the large laser at close range are four [[Diplan M3]] [[medium laser]]s, one on either side of the center torso and one in each arm, allowing the ''Grasshopper'' to return fire from any angle with but a torso twist. The large laser's firepower is augmented at long range by a [[Conan/S]] [[LRM-5]] launcher mounted in the head and fed by one ton of ammo in the right torso. Too small to be a potent weapon in its own right, most ''Grasshopper'' pilots simply use the launcher to soften up a target before they can bring their laser weapons to bear, and on extended campaigns will forgo replenishing their ammunition. This not only lets other 'Mechs make better use of diminishing missile stockpiles, but also removes the potential of an internal ammunition explosion.<ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 20</ref><ref name=TRO3039/>

==Variants==
*;GHR-5J : An upgrade of the ''Grasshopper'' using Star League technology, the 5J replaces the Diplan large laser with a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]], replaces the Conan/S launcher with a [[Hovertec (SSRM2)|Hovertec]] [[Streak SRM-2]] model, and removes the two torso-mounted medium lasers for a [[SureFire 444]] [[Anti-Missile System]]. BV (1.0) = 1,217<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,354<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 81</ref>

*;GHR-5N : The 5N is a very basic field upgrade of the ''Grasshopper'' introduced around [[3040]]. The large laser and missile launcher have both been removed and in their place was added a [[PPC]] and a fifth medium laser respectively. Though the change increases the design's firepower, it also comes at a greater risk of overheating the 'Mech, especially if the pilot is careless.<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0) = 1,316<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 120</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,511<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4232/grasshopper-ghr-5n MUL Profile for GHR-5N includes BV2]</ref>

*;GHR-6K : The 6K variant of the ''Grasshopper'' was introduced by [[LexaTech Industries]] of [[Hun Ho]] in [[3064]]. Upgrading the design by using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and seventeen [[double heat sink]]s, it is armed with an ER large laser and five [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. The LRM-5 launcher has also been replaced with a [[Guided Technologies 2nd Generation]] [[Streak SRM-4]] missile launcher fed by a ton of ammunition protected by [[CASE]], while a [[C3 slave]] unit allows it to share targeting data with friendly units.<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0) = 1,484<ref name=CO/><ref>'''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 121</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,597<ref name=MUL100/>

*;GHR-7K : An upgrade of the 6K introduced in [[3068]], the 7K replaces the weapons with an eye toward making the ''Grasshopper'' independent of supply concerns common during the Jihad. Two arm-mounted [[Light PPC]]s provide long-range firepower, while short-range firepower is provided by twin torso-mounted [[Snub-Nose PPC]]s. A head-mounted [[ER medium laser]] takes the place of the 6K's Streak launcher, while the addition of a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and C3 slave unit makes this ''Grasshopper'' a difficult-to-detect guerrilla fighter.<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,806<ref name=MUL100>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 100</ref>

*;GHR-7P : The production version of [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]]' GHR-7X prototype, the 7P uses a [[Torso Mounted Cockpit]], [[Endo Steel]] skeleton and [[VOX 280 Light|VOX 280]] [[light fusion engine]], and mounts six [[Leviathan Enhanced]] [[Improved Jump Jets]]. The [[Type VI]] [[Bloodhound Active Probe]] was also retained. The main difference between the prototype 7X and production 7P, introduced in [[3081]], is its weaponry: instead of medium pulse lasers and problematic [[Bombast Laser]]s, the GHR-7P carries a [[Maxell X-pulsion]] [[Large X-Pulse Laser]] and an [[RAMTech 1500Z]] ER medium laser in each arm while another ER medium is mounted in the head. BV (2.0) = 1,806<ref name=TROP-129>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 129</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 70</ref>

*;GHR-8K : Eschewing the advanced electronics of other recent models, the GHR-8K is a return to the ''Grasshopper'''s roots, combining 7K's Light PPCs with the 5H's weapon layout. Mounting an Light PPC in each arm and side torso, supported by a center torso mounted ER Large Laser, made possible by an Endo Steel skeleton and double heat sinks, the return of the 5H's head-mounted LRM-5 rack is a curious choice even with a single ton of reloads in a [[CASE II]] protected ammo bin.<ref name=RGIV1p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 13 - "Grasshopper"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,754<ref name=RGIV1p27>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 27 - "Grasshopper GHR-8K"</ref>

*;GHR-C : A basic modification of the 5J model introduced by the Combine in [[3052]], the ''Grasshopper''-C carries a [[C3 slave]] unit to allow it to be integrated into a C3 Lance. These models often served as the point 'Mech in a C3 Lance, where its speed and armor allowed it to get close enough to the enemy and share this targeting data with friendly units. To make room for the addition of the C3 unit, ammunition for the Streak SRM-2 launcher was reduced by one ton, though since the Streak launcher was already an ammo-efficient design this resulted in no drop in performance.<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0) = 1,219<ref name=CO/>, (1,234)<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 180</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,366<ref name=MUL100/>

*;Unknown : Intimated to have been produced from an assembly line under construction on [[Wyatt]] in [[2790]], this variant mounted four medium pulse lasers, a large laser and a Guardian ECM suite.<ref name="ASP">"A Soldier's Privilege"</ref>

*;GHR-1X ''Ghost Hunter'' : Bearing the original production name for the GHR chassis, the ''Ghost Hunter'' was a testbed for prototype stealth technology acquired under shady circumstances by Lantren.  Though it looked good on paper, the stealth systems catastrophically failed during testing, frying the mainframe and setting development back by a year.<ref name="WIaN"/>

===Custom Variants===
*;GHR-7K ''Gravedigger'' : Piloted by [[Major]] [[Aaron Pollyea]] during the resistance to the [[Word of Blake]]'s occupation of [[New Avalon]], this variant was a captured Kuritan 7K prototype which had undergone testing and modification at the [[NAIS]]. The C3 slave module and ER medium laser were removed, allowing a pair of medium pulse laser to be mounted in the center torso, while the [[Guardian ECM]] had to be moved to the left torso. The use of [[Triple Strength Myomer]] turned this 'Mech into an extremely dangerous brawler, while fourteen double heat sinks still kept it cool and allowed it to activate the TSM. Major Pollyea terrorized local Word units in his matte-black ''Gravedigger'', ambushing patrols and leading commando-style raids against "the robes."<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (2.0) = 2,084<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p.196</ref>

*;''Grasshopper'' Reynolds : The customized ''Grasshopper'' used by [[3rd Davion Guards]] [[Hauptmann (rank)|Hauptmann]] Reynolds Allen when he commanded the Allen's Animals raiding company during [[Operation BIRD DOG]].<ref name=HTPL-3>''Historical Turning Points: Luzerne'', p. 3 - "Introduction"</ref> To help him hold out against [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] forces on [[Luzerne]], this 'Mech's standard weapons were replaced with a trio of [[Clan]]-Tech ER large lasers mounted in the head and center torso supported by a Clan ER medium laser mounted in each arm and side torso. The remaining free weight was devoted to IS-grade double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,344<ref name=HTPL-18>''Historical Turning Points: Luzerne'', p. 18 "Grasshopper Reynolds"</ref>

*;GHR-7X : A Jihad-era [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] prototype developed on [[Arc-Royal]] by [[Michael Bodien]] in [[3075]], this version used a Torso-Mounted Cockpit, Light Engine, and Endo Steel skeleton as the frame to carry six Improved Jump Jets. The standard weaponry is replaced with a head mounted Medium Pulse Laser and a [[Bombast Laser]] in each arm. To find its opponents, the head also carries a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]].<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 5</ref> Even after the refined GHR-7P entered production, ARM still produced a small number of GHR-7X ''Grasshopper''s in response to customer requests, though overall less than ten GHR-7X's were ever manufactured, with the two original prototypes lost on [[Rochelle]].<ref name=TROP-129/> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1587<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 18</ref>

===Apocryphal Variants===
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These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media.

''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*;GHR-5P : An apocryphal variant of the ''Grasshopper'' introduced in MWO, its armament consists of a Medium Pulse Laser and PPC in each side torso, and with a single medium laser in both the head and the center torso. Two Jump Jets are mounted in each leg coupled with seventeen Double Heat Sinks to handle the significant heat load. Like the 5H, it runs off a 280 standard [[fusion engine]].<ref name=MWO1>''MechWarrior Online'' - Irresistible Resistance Page</ref>

*;GHR-MJ ''Mjölnir'' : MWO's take on the personal ''Grasshopper'' of [[Tor Miraborg]], the ''Mjölnir'' is primarily armed with a PPC in the right arm and [[Gauss Rifle]] on the left arm, retaining the GHR-5H's jump jets, side torso mounted Medium and center torso mounted Large Lasers. Built around a fragile 280-rated [[XL engine]], an Endo Steel frame, and near maximum standard armor, three tons of Gauss rounds and thirteen double heat sinks give ''Mjölnir'' more than adequate field endurance.<ref name=MWO2>''MechWarrior Online'' Resistance Heroes Sale Page</ref><br />(While Tor Miraborg canonically piloted a ''Grasshopper'', there is nothing in Canon to suggest it was anything but a standard design, nor is any specific name mentioned for the 'Mech.)

''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack|MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack]]''
*;GHR-4P: Reportedly introduced in [[2881]], this variant of the ''Grasshopper'' comes with a [[Supercharger|Supercharger MKIV]] to dramatically boost its speed. A single medium chemical laser is mounted in each arm, a single medium laser is mounted in the left torso, a medium laser along with a Supercharger MKIV is mounted in the right torso, a [[Medium Chemical Laser]] is mounted in the center torso, and an LRM-5 is mounted in the head. This variant comes with 4 Class III jump jets, with two being mounted in each leg.<ref name=MW5>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries'' (ingame)</ref>
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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Grasshopper'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92 - Design Quirk Table - ''Grasshopper'' entry</ref>
* [[Rugged|Rugged (1)]]

The ''GHR-7P Grasshopper'' variant is subject of the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TROP-129/>
* [[Non-Standard Parts]]
* [[Rumble Seat]]

==Notes==
* While still in prototype stage, the GHR BattleMech project did not yet have a set name. A favorite during early design stages, when the stealth system was still  part of the design, had been "''Ghost Hunter''". ''Grasshopper'' was only an obscure suggestion from technician [[Lucia Cavaletta]], who engineered a breakthrough for the design in [[2779]]. During the same night she was captured and tortured to death by unknown agents who were interested in the GHR project. She heroically mislead them to believe critically flawed data from an earlier ''Ghost Hunter'' prototype was what they were looking for.<ref name="WIaN"/> It is implied that the 'Mech was later named in her honor.
* In German products, the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Grashüpfer'''. The model code was left unchanged.
* In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as '''Criquet'''. The word ''Sauterelle'' would be the accurate translation, as criquet is generally used for a different suborder of insects. However, the Locust was translated as the Sauterelle instead, as the word can interchangeably be used for both the Locust and the Grasshopper in French.

==Notable pilots== 
* [[Tor Miraborg]], future Iron Jarl and leader of Gunzburg, piloted a ''Grasshopper'' during the [[Ronin War]]s.<ref>''Historical Brush Wars'', p. 85</ref>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
3025_Grasshopper1.jpg|Original GHR-5H ''Grasshopper'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
GHR-Grasshooper.png|GHR-5H ''Grasshopper'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
3050U Grasshopper.jpg|GHR-5J ''Grasshopper'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
Experimental Grasshopper.jpg|Experimental GHR-7X ''Grasshopper'' jumping from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs|XTRO:Mercs]]''
Grasshopper RGilClan v01.png|''Grasshopper'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1 |RG:ilClan v1]]''
Grasshopper Token.jpg|''Grasshopper'' token from [[BattleTech, 4th Edition]]
Grasshopper Merc.jpg|A mercenary ''Grasshopper'' from ''[[Mercenaries Supplemental II]]'' cover
Camomech-grasshooper.png|GHR-5H ''Grasshopper'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe]]''
CCG Unlimited Grasshopper.jpg|GHR-5H ''Grasshopper'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
CCG Counterstrike Grasshopper.jpg|GHR-5J ''Grasshopper'' in battle from ''CCG''
MWO Grasshopper.jpg|[[MechWarrior Online]] concept art of the ''Grasshopper''
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
<div class="desktop-3-col">
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]''
* ''[[Historical Turning Points: Luzerne]]''
* ''[[Introductory Record Sheets]]
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
* ''MechWarrior Online'' [https://mwomercs.com/forums/topic/198505-irresistible-resistance-deal/ Irresistible Resistance Deal Page]
* ''MechWarrior Online'' [https://mwomercs.com/resistance-heroes Resistance Heroes Sale Page]
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
* ''[[A Soldier's Privilege]]'' (short story)
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]''
* ''[[What's in a Name?]]'' (short story)
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