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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Gravedigger.jpg | + | |image = Gravedigger.jpg |
| − | |name=Gravedigger | + | |name = ''Gravedigger'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Odin Manufacturing]] | + | |manufacturer = [[Odin Manufacturing]] |
|production year = 3105 | |production year = 3105 | ||
|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6264/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6264/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| − | |model=GDR-1D | + | |model = GDR-1D |
| − | |class=Medium | + | |class = Medium |
| − | |Tech Base= | + | |Tech Base = Mixed |
| − | |mech type=BattleMech | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |feet=2 | + | |feet = 2 |
| − | |mass=50 | + | |mass = 50 |
| − | |chassis=[[ | + | |chassis = [[Kallon Type VII]] [[endo steel]] |
| − | |armor=[[Compound 12A1 | + | |armor = [[Compound 12A1]] with [[CASE II]] |
| − | |engine=[[Nissan 200 XL]] | + | |engine = [[Nissan 200 XL]] |
| − | |comsys=[[Dash-2 | + | |comsys = [[Dash-2]] with [[Angel ECM suite]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Blade 12]] with [[Active | + | |T&T = [[Blade 12]] with [[Active probe]] |
| − | |heat sinks=11 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | + | |heat sinks = 11 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]] |
| − | |speed= | + | |speed = 64.8 |
| − | |armament=*1x [[ER PPC]] ( | + | |armament = |
| − | *1x [[LB 5-X AC]] ( | + | * 1x [[ER PPC]] (C) |
| − | *1x [[Streak LRM-15]] ( | + | * 1x [[LB 5-X AC]] (C) |
| − | *1x [[Angel ECM | + | * 1x [[Streak LRM-15]] (C) |
| − | *1x [[Active | + | |equipment = |
| − | |BV (1.0)= | + | * 1x [[Angel ECM suite]] |
| − | |BV (2.0)= 1,707<ref name=TRO:3145TC-36>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', pp. 36-37, "Gravedigger"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 445</ref> <ref name=TRO3150-150>''Technical Readout: 3150'', pp. 150-151, "GDR-1D Gravedigger"</ref> | + | * 1x [[Active probe]] |
| + | |BV (1.0) = N/A | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,707<ref name=TRO:3145TC-36>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', pp. 36-37, "Gravedigger"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 445</ref> <ref name=TRO3150-150>''Technical Readout: 3150'', pp. 150-151, "GDR-1D Gravedigger"</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Gravedigger''''' was introduced by Odin Manufacturing in an effort to stave off bankruptcy. The company's plants sustained heavy damage in the [[Second Combine-Ghost Bear War]], and the ''Gravedigger'' was produced to generate much needed capital. | + | The '''''Gravedigger''''' was introduced by [[Odin Manufacturing]] in an effort to stave off bankruptcy. The company's plants sustained heavy damage in the [[Second Combine-Ghost Bear War]], and the ''Gravedigger'' was produced to generate much needed capital. Built using many [[Inner Sphere]] components, the 'Mech was designed to be cheap to produce. When introduced, it initially used standard Inner Sphere weaponry, but after the massive infusion of money from sales to mercenary forces Odin created a new version with [[Clan]]-spec weaponry and additional electronics.<ref name=TRO:3145TC-36/> <ref name=TRO3150-150/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Gravedigger'' carries | + | Built on [[Inner Sphere]] [[Kallon Type VII]] [[endo steel]] chassis and powered by an [[Inner Sphere]] [[Nissan 200 XL]] [[extralight engine]], the ''Gravedigger''<nowiki>'</nowiki> chassis was relatively cheap to produce. Protection is provided by 11 tons of armor, the ''Gravedigger'' can shrug off a lot of damage before failing. 10 [[double heat sink]]s keep the 'Mech operating at peak performance. |
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| + | The ''Gravedigger'' carries a [[Type DDS "Kingston"]] [[ER PPC]], [[Type OVR-X]] [[LB 5-X AC]], and a [[Type XV "Culverin"]] [[Streak LRM-15]] launcher. These weapons have complementary range profiles, and work well together; the PPC can breach armor and allow cluster munitions from the LB 5-X or missiles from the Streak launcher to exploit the gaps. This allows the ''Gravedigger'' to threaten 'Mechs much heavier than itself. In addition, the LB 5-X's cluster rounds are very effective against infantry, vehicles, and [[aerospace fighter]]s. The 'Mech also uses an [[Angel ECM suite]] to spoil enemy electronics and a Clan-built [[active probe]] to find enemy units.<ref name=TRO:3145TC-36/> <ref name=TRO3150-150/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;GDR-1C : This was the variant first introduced by Odin Manufacturing, and it can be found across the Inner Sphere. The only difference between this and the GDR-1D is in the payload. In place of the electronics and weapons of the 1D, this version mounts a standard [[LRM-15]], a [[ | + | *; GDR-1C : This was the variant first introduced by Odin Manufacturing, and it can be found across the Inner Sphere. The only difference between this and the GDR-1D is in the payload. In place of the electronics and weapons of the 1D, this version mounts a standard [[LRM-15]], a [[large laser]], and a [[rotary AC/5]]. The autocannon and LRM launcher are each given two tons of ammunition, and the 'Mech's ground speed and protection remain unchanged. BV (2.0) = 1,342<ref name=TRO:3145TC-36/> <ref name=TRO3150-150/><ref name=TRO:3145TC-88>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', p. 88, "GDR-1C Gravedigger"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 444</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | The ''Gravedigger'' was originally introduced to the BattleTech universe by [[WizKids]] in their MechWarrior: Age of Destruction Collectible Miniatures Game as part of the Gunslinger release of plastic miniatures. Which were at the time unique named mechs "Iceberg" and "Pestilence" which were both listed as the GDR-1D-M variant.<ref>[http://www.warrenborn.com/Search.php?ID=Gravedigger Warrenborne listing of Gravedigger]</ref> | + | * The ''Gravedigger'' was originally introduced to the BattleTech universe by [[WizKids]] in their MechWarrior: Age of Destruction Collectible Miniatures Game as part of the Gunslinger release of plastic miniatures. Which were at the time unique named mechs "Iceberg" and "Pestilence" which were both listed as the GDR-1D-M variant.<ref>[http://www.warrenborn.com/Search.php?ID=Gravedigger Warrenborne listing of Gravedigger]</ref> |
| − | The Gravedigger | + | * The ''Gravedigger'' was later reintroduced into the BattleTech universe with the release of [[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]. The WizKids' Liao Incursion has unique pilots for the game's Gunslinger expansion. The C and D variants' record sheets would not be introduced until [[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]] was published. |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | |
| − | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'' | |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'' | ||
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' | ||
| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:50 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:50 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Mixed-tech BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Mixed-tech BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:32, 5 March 2024
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| Gravedigger | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Odin Manufacturing |
| Production Year | 3105[1] |
| Model | GDR-1D |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Mixed-tech BattleMech |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Kallon Type VII endo steel |
| Armor | Compound 12A1 with CASE II |
| Engine | Nissan 200 XL |
| Communications System | Dash-2 with Angel ECM suite |
| Targeting Tracking System | Blade 12 with Active probe |
| Heat Sinks | 11 double |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | N/A |
| BV (2.0) | 1,707[2][3] [4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Gravedigger was introduced by Odin Manufacturing in an effort to stave off bankruptcy. The company's plants sustained heavy damage in the Second Combine-Ghost Bear War, and the Gravedigger was produced to generate much needed capital. Built using many Inner Sphere components, the 'Mech was designed to be cheap to produce. When introduced, it initially used standard Inner Sphere weaponry, but after the massive infusion of money from sales to mercenary forces Odin created a new version with Clan-spec weaponry and additional electronics.[2] [4]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Built on Inner Sphere Kallon Type VII endo steel chassis and powered by an Inner Sphere Nissan 200 XL extralight engine, the Gravedigger' chassis was relatively cheap to produce. Protection is provided by 11 tons of armor, the Gravedigger can shrug off a lot of damage before failing. 10 double heat sinks keep the 'Mech operating at peak performance.
The Gravedigger carries a Type DDS "Kingston" ER PPC, Type OVR-X LB 5-X AC, and a Type XV "Culverin" Streak LRM-15 launcher. These weapons have complementary range profiles, and work well together; the PPC can breach armor and allow cluster munitions from the LB 5-X or missiles from the Streak launcher to exploit the gaps. This allows the Gravedigger to threaten 'Mechs much heavier than itself. In addition, the LB 5-X's cluster rounds are very effective against infantry, vehicles, and aerospace fighters. The 'Mech also uses an Angel ECM suite to spoil enemy electronics and a Clan-built active probe to find enemy units.[2] [4]
Variants[edit]
- GDR-1C
- This was the variant first introduced by Odin Manufacturing, and it can be found across the Inner Sphere. The only difference between this and the GDR-1D is in the payload. In place of the electronics and weapons of the 1D, this version mounts a standard LRM-15, a large laser, and a rotary AC/5. The autocannon and LRM launcher are each given two tons of ammunition, and the 'Mech's ground speed and protection remain unchanged. BV (2.0) = 1,342[2] [4][5][6]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Gravedigger is subject to the following Design Quirks:
Notes[edit]
- The Gravedigger was originally introduced to the BattleTech universe by WizKids in their MechWarrior: Age of Destruction Collectible Miniatures Game as part of the Gunslinger release of plastic miniatures. Which were at the time unique named mechs "Iceberg" and "Pestilence" which were both listed as the GDR-1D-M variant.[7]
- The Gravedigger was later reintroduced into the BattleTech universe with the release of Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans. The WizKids' Liao Incursion has unique pilots for the game's Gunslinger expansion. The C and D variants' record sheets would not be introduced until Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged was published.
Gallery[edit]
The Gravedigger as depicted in the MechWarrior Clix game.
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Gravedigger
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, pp. 36-37, "Gravedigger"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 445
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Technical Readout: 3150, pp. 150-151, "GDR-1D Gravedigger"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, p. 88, "GDR-1C Gravedigger"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 444
- ↑ Warrenborne listing of Gravedigger