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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the 55-ton BattleMech|the DropShip|Grim Reaper (Individual Union-class DropShip)}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = 3055u Grim Reaper.jpg + |image=3055u Grim Reaper.jpg − |name = ''Grim Reaper'' + |name=Grim Reaper − |manufacturer = [[Blankenburg Technologies]]<ref name=TRJp110f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 110–111: "GRM-R-PR29 Grim Reaper"; entry reprinted from ''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade''</ref> + |manufacturer=[[Blankenburg Technologies]] − |production year = 3052 + |production year=Introduction Year::3052 − |year reference =<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1328/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> + |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1328/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> − |model = GRM-R-PR29<ref name=TRJp110f /> + |model=GRM-R-PR29 − |class = Medium + |class=Medium − |cost = 10,211,606 [[C-bill]]s + |cost= 10,211,606 C-bills |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |mech type = BattleMech |mech type = BattleMech − |feet = 2 + |feet=2 − |mass = 55 + |mass=55 − |chassis = [[Gigi 200]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |chassis=Gigi 200 − |armor = [[StarGuard 3056 Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |armor=StarGuard 3056 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] − |engine = [[Core Tek 275 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |engine=[[Core Tek 275 XL]] − |comsys = [[Marshall 333]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |comsys=[[Marshall 333]] − |T&T = [[O/P Scanoptics 400BP]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |T&T=[[O/P Scanoptics 400BP]] − |heat sinks = 10 [[Double heat sinks|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]] − |speed = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |speed=86.4 − |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> --> + |armament= − * 1x [[LRM-20]] + *1x [[LRM-20]] − * 1x [[SRM-6]] + *1x [[SRM-6]] − * 1x [[ER large laser]] + *1x [[ER Large Laser]] − * 1x [[medium pulse laser]] + *1x [[Anti-Missile System]] − |equipment = <!-- <ref name=TRJp110f /> -->+ *1x [[Medium Pulse Laser]] − * 1x [[anti-missile system]] | BV (1.0) = 1,118<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 134</ref> | BV (1.0) = 1,118<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 134</ref> − | BV (2.0) = 1,469<ref name=TRJp110f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 66</ref> + | BV (2.0) = 1,469<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 66</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Grim Reaper''''' was a 'Mech designed by [[ComStar]] to help replenish the heavy matériel losses suffered by the [[Com Guards]] during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], with the [[Word of Blake]] maintaining production after it captured [[Terra]] to help rebuild and expand the [[Word of Blake Militia]]. Thus, the ''Grim Reaper'' is seen in moderate numbers in both secular and fanatical militaries.<ref name="TRO3055U">''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 44</ref> + The '''''Grim Reaper''''' was a 'Mech designed by [[ComStar]] to help replenish the heavy material losses suffered by the [[Com Guards]] during the [[Battle of Tukayyid]], with the [[Word of Blake]] maintaining production after it captured [[Terra]] to help rebuild and expand the [[Word of Blake Militia]]. Thus the ''Grim Reaper'' is seen in moderate numbers in both secular and fanatical militaries.<ref name="TRO3055U">''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 44</ref> + + Designed to be a generic trooper 'Mech, the ''Grim Reaper'' carries a varied and non specialized weapons payload. To make the most of the ''Grim Reaper'''s chassis, a Core Tek 275 [[XL Engine]] is used to propel it up to speeds of 86.4 kph while taking up only eight tons. The 'Mech is also armored with ten and a half tons of StarGuard 3056 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, which provides it with slightly less than optimal armor protection. ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − Designed to be a generic trooper 'Mech, the ''Grim Reaper'' carries a generalist weapons payload. To make the most of the ''Grim Reaper''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s chassis, a [[Core Tek 275 XL]] [[extralight engine]] is used to propel it up to speeds of 86.4 km/h while taking up only eight tons. The 'Mech is also armored with 10.5 tons of StarGuard 3056 [[ferro-fibrous]] armor.+ The ''Grim Reaper'' is a 'Mech that is built to handle many combat roles and its weapons mix reflects this. The 'Mech carries a Holly [[LRM-20]] to be able to provide long range fire support. The 'Mech also has a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] for long range direct fire. For close range support, the 'Mech is armed with a Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]] which is backed up with a Holly [[SRM-6]] launcher. Finally, the 'Mech carries a McArthur II [[Anti-Missile System]] for added protection against missile attacks. − − The ''Grim Reaper'' is a 'Mech that is built to handle many combat roles and its weapons mix reflects this. The 'Mech carries a [[Blankenburg (ERLL)|Blankenburg]] [[ER large laser]] for long range direct fire, and a [[LRM-20#Holly|Holly]] [[LRM-20]] to provide indirect fire-support. The 'Mech also has a [[Blankenburg (MPL)|Blankenburg]] [[medium pulse laser]], backed up with a [[Holly (SRM-6)|Holly]] [[SRM-6]] launcher, both used for close range support. Finally, the 'Mech carries a [[McArthur II]] [[anti-missile system]] for added protection against missile attacks. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; GRM-R-PR30 : The first of two variants developed by [[Vicore Industries]] for the Word of Blake, the PR30 ''Grim Reaper'' modifies the 'Mech to have a little more direct fire capability. The 'Mech carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon, supported by an [[LRM-15]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV FCS]]. The 'Mech has also had the [[medium pulse laser]] replaced with an [[ER medium laser]], and the [[anti-missile system]] has been removed to allow a [[C3 slave unit]] to be added to the 'Mech. Triple-strength myomer was added to help with the 'Mech's heat issues.<ref name=TRJp110f /> BV (1.0) = 1,250; BV (2.0) = 1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 67</ref> + *;GRM-R-PR30 : The first of two variants developed by [[Vicore Industries]] for the Word of Blake, the PR30 ''Grim Reaper'' modifies the 'Mech to have a little more direct fire capability. The 'Mech carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. This is supported by an [[LRM-15]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]]. The 'Mech has also had the [[Medium Pulse Laser]] replaced with an [[ER Medium Laser]] and the [[Anti-Missile System]] has been removed to allow a [[C3 Slave Unit]] to be added to the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,250, BV (2.0) = 1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 67</ref> − *; GRM-R-PR31 : A modification of the PR30 that focuses on long-range combat and overall speed, the PR31 variant of the ''Grim Reaper'' carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. It drops the Streak SRM 6 to upgrade to an [[LRM-20]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system and a rear-facing ER small laser, making the PR31 an extremely powerful bombardment 'Mech. Supporting these is an [[ER medium laser]] for close combat. The PR31 retains the [[Triple Strength Myomer]], allowing it to reach speeds of 97.2 km/h while the 'Mech is operating in its optimum heat range. Finally, a [[C3 slave unit]] is mounted to allow it to share targeting data in a C3 lance.<ref name=TRJp110f /> BV (1.0) = 1,347; BV (2.0) = 1,655<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 68</ref> + *;GRM-R-PR31 : A modification that focuses on long range combat and overall speed, the PR31 variant of the ''Grim Reaper'' carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. It also carries an [[LRM-20]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, making the PR31 an extremely powerful bombardment 'Mech. The 'Mech also carries an [[ER Medium Laser]] and an [[ER Small Laser]] for close combat along with a C3 Slave to allow it to share targeting data. Finally, the PR31 is outfitted with [[Triple Strength Myomer]] allowing it to reach speeds of 97.2 km/h while the 'Mech is operating in its optimum heat range. BV (1.0) = 1,347, BV (2.0) = 1,655<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 68</ref> ==Custom Variants== ==Custom Variants== − *; GRM-R-PR62A Avitue : The command ‘Mech piloted by [[Manei Domini]] [[Precentor]] [[Avitue]] during her actions on [[New Avalon]] during the Blakist [[Jihad]], the stock weapons array is replaced with an [[MML-9]] with two configurable ammo bins, a single [[ER medium laser]], and a [[snub-nose PPC]]. While retaining the [[anti-missile system]], the weight saved allows the addition of a [[targeting computer]] and seven [[improved jump jet]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,542<ref name="JTP:NA">''Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon'', p. 12</ref> + *;GRM-R-PR62A ''Grim Reaper'' Avitue : The command ‘Mech piloted by [[Manei Domini]] [[Precentor]] [[Avitue]] during her actions on [[New Avalon]] during the Blakist [[Jihad]], the stock weapons array is replaced with a [[MML 9]] with two configurable ammo bins, a single ER Medium Laser and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]]. While retaining the Anti-Missile System, the weight saved allows the addition of a [[Targeting Computer]] and seven [[Improved Jump Jet]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,542<ref name="JTP:NA">''Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon'', p. 12</ref> − *; ''Grim Reaper'' Einar : This custom 'Mech was developed by Com Guard [[Adept]] [[Einar Halldórsson]] and focuses on survivability. All the standard weaponry has been removed, and in their place are a salvaged Clan [[ER large laser]], an [[ER medium laser]] and an [[Artemis IV]]-enhanced [[LRM-20]]. The original [[anti-missile system]] has also been replaced by a [[laser AMS]]. The Inner Sphere [[XL engine]] has been replaced by a Clan-built unit, and a [[light TAG]] unit has been installed as well. For increased protection, the Einar uses a [[reinforced structure]] and replaces the standard [[SRM-6]] with four tons of [[modular armor]] on the front torsos and right arm. The LRM ammo is protected by a Clan-built [[CASE II]] system.<ref name=XTRO:CSp5>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 5</ref> + *;''Grim Reaper'' Einar : This custom 'Mech was developed by Com Guard [[Adept]] [[Einar Halldórsson]] and focuses on survivability. All the standard weaponry has been removed, and in their place are a salvaged Clan ER Large Laser, an ER Medium Laser and an [[Artemis IV]] enhanced LRM-20. The Anti-Missile System has been replaced by a [[Laser AMS]]. The Inner Sphere XL engine has been replaced by a Clan-built unit. A [[Light TAG]] unit has been installed as well. For increased protection, the Einar uses a [[Reinforced Structure]] and replaces the standard SRM-6 with four tons of [[Modular Armor]] on the front torsos and right arm. The LRM ammo is protected by a Clan-built [[CASE II]] system.<ref name=XTRO:CSp5>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 5</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== − The GRM-R-PR29 ''Grim Reaper'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92: BattleMech Quirk Table - Grim Reaper Entry</ref> + The ''Grim Reaper Einar'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:CSp5/> − * [[Easy to Maintain]] − * [[Protected Actuators]] − − The ''Grim Reaper'' Einar variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:CSp5/> * [[Difficult to Maintain]] * [[Difficult to Maintain]] * [[Non-Standard Parts]] * [[Non-Standard Parts]] * [[Poor Sealing]] * [[Poor Sealing]] − − ==Notes== − * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Grim Reaper'' was among the BattleMechs which he designed and for which he wrote the original background as initially published in ''TRO:3055''. − − * In German products, the unit's proper name was literally translated to '''''Grimmer Schnitter''''', although ''Sensenmann'' would be the appropriate German expression. The model code was accordingly changed to '''GRM-S-TR29'''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Image:GRM-R-PR-Grim_Reaper.png|Original ''Grim Reaper'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' + Image:CCG Mercenaries Grim Reaper.jpg|GRM-R-PR29 ''Grim Reaper'' in combat − File:3055u Grim Reaper.jpg|''Grim Reaper'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''+ Image:GRM-R-PR-Grim_Reaper.png|''Grim Reaper'' in movement − Image:Grim_Reaper_Einar_XTRO_Comstar.png|Experimental ''Grim Reaper'' "Einar" from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar|XTRO:ComStar]]'' − Image:CCG Mercenaries Grim Reaper.jpg|GRM-R-PR29 ''Grim Reaper'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' </gallery> </gallery> ==References== ==References== <references/> <references/> + *''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', pp. 44-45 ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' + *''[[Combat Operations]]'' − * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' + *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]'' + *''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] [[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] [[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] − [[Category:ComStar BattleMechs]] + [[Category:Comstar BattleMechs]] [[Category:Word of Blake BattleMechs]] [[Category:Word of Blake BattleMechs]] + [[Category:C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] − [[Category:German renamed units]] + [[Category:MekTek BattleMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = 3055u Grim Reaper.jpg | + | |image=3055u Grim Reaper.jpg |
| − | |name = | + | |name=Grim Reaper |
| − | |manufacturer = [[Blankenburg Technologies]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Blankenburg Technologies]] |
| − | |production year = 3052 | + | |production year=Introduction Year::3052 |
| − | |year reference =<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1328/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1328/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model = GRM-R-PR29 | + | |model=GRM-R-PR29 |
| − | |class = Medium | + | |class=Medium |
| − | |cost = 10,211,606 | + | |cost= 10,211,606 C-bills |
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
|mech type = BattleMech | |mech type = BattleMech | ||
| − | |feet = 2 | + | |feet=2 |
| − | |mass = 55 | + | |mass=55 |
| − | |chassis = | + | |chassis=Gigi 200 |
| − | |armor = [[ | + | |armor=StarGuard 3056 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | |engine = [[Core Tek 275 XL]] | + | |engine=[[Core Tek 275 XL]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Marshall 333]] | + | |comsys=[[Marshall 333]] |
| − | |T&T = [[O/P Scanoptics 400BP]] | + | |T&T=[[O/P Scanoptics 400BP]] |
| − | |heat sinks = 10 [[Double heat sinks | + | |heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]] |
| − | |speed = 86 | + | |speed=86.4 |
| − | |armament = | + | |armament= |
| − | * 1x [[LRM-20]] | + | *1x [[LRM-20]] |
| − | * 1x [[SRM-6]] | + | *1x [[SRM-6]] |
| − | * 1x [[ER | + | *1x [[ER Large Laser]] |
| − | * 1x [[ | + | *1x [[Anti-Missile System]] |
| − | + | *1x [[Medium Pulse Laser]] | |
| − | * 1x [[ | ||
| BV (1.0) = 1,118<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 134</ref> | | BV (1.0) = 1,118<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 134</ref> | ||
| − | | BV (2.0) = 1,469 | + | | BV (2.0) = 1,469<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 66</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Grim Reaper''''' was a 'Mech designed by [[ComStar]] to help replenish the heavy | + | The '''''Grim Reaper''''' was a 'Mech designed by [[ComStar]] to help replenish the heavy material losses suffered by the [[Com Guards]] during the [[Battle of Tukayyid]], with the [[Word of Blake]] maintaining production after it captured [[Terra]] to help rebuild and expand the [[Word of Blake Militia]]. Thus the ''Grim Reaper'' is seen in moderate numbers in both secular and fanatical militaries.<ref name="TRO3055U">''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 44</ref> |
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| + | Designed to be a generic trooper 'Mech, the ''Grim Reaper'' carries a varied and non specialized weapons payload. To make the most of the ''Grim Reaper'''s chassis, a Core Tek 275 [[XL Engine]] is used to propel it up to speeds of 86.4 kph while taking up only eight tons. The 'Mech is also armored with ten and a half tons of StarGuard 3056 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, which provides it with slightly less than optimal armor protection. | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | + | The ''Grim Reaper'' is a 'Mech that is built to handle many combat roles and its weapons mix reflects this. The 'Mech carries a Holly [[LRM-20]] to be able to provide long range fire support. The 'Mech also has a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] for long range direct fire. For close range support, the 'Mech is armed with a Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]] which is backed up with a Holly [[SRM-6]] launcher. Finally, the 'Mech carries a McArthur II [[Anti-Missile System]] for added protection against missile attacks. | |
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| − | The ''Grim Reaper'' is a 'Mech that is built to handle many combat roles and its weapons mix reflects this. The 'Mech carries a | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; GRM-R-PR30 : The first of two variants developed by [[Vicore Industries]] for the Word of Blake, the PR30 ''Grim Reaper'' modifies the 'Mech to have a little more direct fire capability. The 'Mech carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon | + | *;GRM-R-PR30 : The first of two variants developed by [[Vicore Industries]] for the Word of Blake, the PR30 ''Grim Reaper'' modifies the 'Mech to have a little more direct fire capability. The 'Mech carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. This is supported by an [[LRM-15]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]]. The 'Mech has also had the [[Medium Pulse Laser]] replaced with an [[ER Medium Laser]] and the [[Anti-Missile System]] has been removed to allow a [[C3 Slave Unit]] to be added to the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,250, BV (2.0) = 1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 67</ref> |
| − | *; GRM-R-PR31 : A modification | + | *;GRM-R-PR31 : A modification that focuses on long range combat and overall speed, the PR31 variant of the ''Grim Reaper'' carries an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. It also carries an [[LRM-20]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, making the PR31 an extremely powerful bombardment 'Mech. The 'Mech also carries an [[ER Medium Laser]] and an [[ER Small Laser]] for close combat along with a C3 Slave to allow it to share targeting data. Finally, the PR31 is outfitted with [[Triple Strength Myomer]] allowing it to reach speeds of 97.2 km/h while the 'Mech is operating in its optimum heat range. BV (1.0) = 1,347, BV (2.0) = 1,655<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 68</ref> |
==Custom Variants== | ==Custom Variants== | ||
| − | *; GRM-R-PR62A Avitue : The command ‘Mech piloted by [[Manei Domini]] [[Precentor]] [[Avitue]] during her actions on [[New Avalon]] during the Blakist [[Jihad]], the stock weapons array is replaced with | + | *;GRM-R-PR62A ''Grim Reaper'' Avitue : The command ‘Mech piloted by [[Manei Domini]] [[Precentor]] [[Avitue]] during her actions on [[New Avalon]] during the Blakist [[Jihad]], the stock weapons array is replaced with a [[MML 9]] with two configurable ammo bins, a single ER Medium Laser and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]]. While retaining the Anti-Missile System, the weight saved allows the addition of a [[Targeting Computer]] and seven [[Improved Jump Jet]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,542<ref name="JTP:NA">''Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon'', p. 12</ref> |
| − | *; ''Grim Reaper'' Einar : This custom 'Mech was developed by Com Guard [[Adept]] [[Einar Halldórsson]] and focuses on survivability. All the standard weaponry has been removed, and in their place are a salvaged Clan | + | *;''Grim Reaper'' Einar : This custom 'Mech was developed by Com Guard [[Adept]] [[Einar Halldórsson]] and focuses on survivability. All the standard weaponry has been removed, and in their place are a salvaged Clan ER Large Laser, an ER Medium Laser and an [[Artemis IV]] enhanced LRM-20. The Anti-Missile System has been replaced by a [[Laser AMS]]. The Inner Sphere XL engine has been replaced by a Clan-built unit. A [[Light TAG]] unit has been installed as well. For increased protection, the Einar uses a [[Reinforced Structure]] and replaces the standard SRM-6 with four tons of [[Modular Armor]] on the front torsos and right arm. The LRM ammo is protected by a Clan-built [[CASE II]] system.<ref name=XTRO:CSp5>''Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar'', p. 5</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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* [[Difficult to Maintain]] | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
* [[Non-Standard Parts]] | * [[Non-Standard Parts]] | ||
* [[Poor Sealing]] | * [[Poor Sealing]] | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image: | + | Image:CCG Mercenaries Grim Reaper.jpg|GRM-R-PR29 ''Grim Reaper'' in combat |
| − | + | Image:GRM-R-PR-Grim_Reaper.png|''Grim Reaper'' in movement | |
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
| + | *''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', pp. 44-45 | ||
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' | + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]'' | + | *''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' |
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[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Comstar BattleMechs]] |
[[Category:Word of Blake BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Word of Blake BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] | [[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:MekTek BattleMechs]] |