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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Mechgravedigger-1d.jpg | |image=Mechgravedigger-1d.jpg | ||
|name=Gravedigger | |name=Gravedigger | ||
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|production year = 3102 | |production year = 3102 | ||
|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> | ||
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| − | |BV (2.0)= | + | |BV (2.0)= 1,707<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', p. 37</ref> |
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==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. Based on [[Inner Sphere]] [[Endo Steel]] chassis and powered by an [[Inner Sphere]] [[Extralight Engine]], the ''Gravedigger's'' chassis was relatively cheap to produce. Ten double heat sinks keep the 'Mech operating at peak performance. Protected by eleven tons of armor, the ''Gravedigger'' can shrug off a lot of damage before failing. When introduced it 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>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', p. 36</ref> | |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | + | The ''Gravedigger'' carries an [[ER PPC]], [[LB 5-X]] autocannon, and a [[Streak LRM-15]] launcher. These weapons have complimentary 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. | |
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==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 [[Large Laser]], and a [[Rotary AC/5]]. The AC and LRM launcher are each given two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's ground speed and protection remain unchanged. BV (2.0) = 1,342<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans'', p. 88</ref> | |
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
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*[[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]] | *[[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]] | ||
*Brick Commander[http://www.brickcommander.com/MWSol7-Gravedigger.htm] | *Brick Commander[http://www.brickcommander.com/MWSol7-Gravedigger.htm] | ||
| − | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'' | |
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:50 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:50 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Dark Age Mechs]] | [[Category:Dark Age Mechs]] | ||
Revision as of 15:12, 31 October 2013
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| Gravedigger | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Odin Manufacturing |
| Production Year | 3102[1] |
| Model | GDR-1D |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Endo Steel (IS) |
| Armor | |
| Engine | Nissan 200 XL |
| Speed | 65 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 1,707[2] |
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. Based on Inner Sphere Endo Steel chassis and powered by an Inner Sphere Extralight Engine, the Gravedigger's chassis was relatively cheap to produce. Ten double heat sinks keep the 'Mech operating at peak performance. Protected by eleven tons of armor, the Gravedigger can shrug off a lot of damage before failing. When introduced it 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.[3]
Armament
The Gravedigger carries an ER PPC, LB 5-X autocannon, and a Streak LRM-15 launcher. These weapons have complimentary 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.
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 Large Laser, and a Rotary AC/5. The AC and LRM launcher are each given two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's ground speed and protection remain unchanged. BV (2.0) = 1,342[4]
References
- ↑ online date for the Gravedigger
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, p. 37
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, p. 36
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, p. 88
Bibliography
- Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction
- Brick Commander[1]
- Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans