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Line 1: {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Hellfire.jpg + |image=Hellfire.jpg − |name=''Hellfire'' + |name=Hellfire − |manufacturer = [[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]]<ref name=TRJp16f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 16–17: "Hellfire"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3067 --> + |manufacturer=[[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]] − |model = (base)<ref name=TRJp16f /> + |model= − |production year = 3058 + |production year=3058 − |year reference = <ref name=TRO3067p120f>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 120-121</ref> + |year reference=<ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 120-121</ref> − |class = Heavy + |class=Heavy − |cost = 6,824,960 C-bills + |cost= 6,824,960 C-bills − |Tech Base = Clan+ |mass=60 − |mech type = BattleMech+ |chassis=[[Chassis#Models|Star League XT]] − |mass = 60 + |armor=Mk. VI [[Ferro-Fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]] − |chassis = [[Lupus]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |engine=240 [[Fusion Engine|Standard]] − |armor = [[Mk. VI Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |comsys=[[Hector CC-22E]] − |engine = [[240 Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |T&T=[[Brim CT-37 Mk. XII]] − |comsys = [[Hector CC-22E]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |heat sinks=17 [[Double heat sinks]] − |T&T = [[Brim CT-37 Mk. XII]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |speed=65 − |heat sinks = 17 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |speed with MASC=86 − |speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + |armament= − |speed with MASC = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + *1x [[Heavy Large Laser]] − |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp16f /> --> + *3x [[LRM-10]]s − * 1x [[Heavy Large Laser]] + *2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s − * 3x [[LRM-10]] + *2x [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s − * 2x [[ER Medium Laser]] + *2x [[Heavy Small Laser]]s − * 2x [[Heavy Medium Laser]] + |BV (1.0)=1,495<ref name=TRO3067/> − * 2x [[Heavy Small Laser]] + |BV (2.0)=2,114<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 210</ref> − |BV (1.0) = 1,495<ref name=TRO3067p120f/> − |BV (2.0) = 2,114<ref name=TRJp16f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 210</ref> }} }} − − Serving as a testbed for the newly developed [[heavy laser]], the '''''Hellfire''''' is an impressive second-line [[BattleMech]]. ==Description== ==Description== − Following the development of [[Heavy Laser]] technology, [[Clan Star Adder]] scientists sought a testbed on which to mount the lasers. For this purpose, they resurrected the ''[[Lupus]]'', a first-generation [[OmniMech]] that had been relegated to second-line units or put into storage in [[Brian Cache]]s. Seeking to rebuild the understrength post–[[Burrock Absorption]] [[Clan Star Adder Touman|Star Adder ''touman'']], upon learning the heavy lasers worked so well on the ''Lupus'', Khan [[Cassius N'Buta]] ordered more ''Lupuses'' be refitted ''en masse''. From [[3058]] on, [[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]] had refitted over a hundred ''Hellfire''s for Clan Star Adder as well future-[[Snake Alliance]] allies [[Clan Cloud Cobra]]. Deployed in significant numbers among the Star Adders' second-line [[Galaxy|galaxies]], a moderate number have fallen into the hands of other Clans who've faced the Adders.<ref name=TRO3067p120f/><ref name=FMCC-188>''Field Manual: Crusader Clans'', p. 188 "Rules - Hellfire"</ref><ref>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 24</ref> <ref name=MWO-L>[[Hellfire Lore and Blueprint]]</ref> + Following the development of heavy laser technology, [[Clan Star Adder]] scientists sought a test-bed on which to mount the lasers. For this purpose, they resurrected the ''[[Lupus]]'', a first-generation [[OmniMech]] that had been relegated to second-line units or put into storage. The heavy lasers worked so well on the ''Lupus'', Khan [[Cassius N'Buta]] had more ''Lupuses'' refitted ''en masse'', and new production commenced at their [[Arcadia (Clan)|Arcadia]] BattleMech production lines. Why new production of the reworked and re-christened '''''Hellfire''''' gave up the Omni-technology of the parent is unclear - perhaps for expediency or cost-reduction, or to better showcase the heavy lasers. Whatever the reason, production at [[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]] began in [[3058]], with over 100 walking off the lines in the first year.<ref>''Field Manual: Crusader Clans'', p. 188</ref><ref name=TRO3067/><ref>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 24</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − For weaponry, the ''Hellfire'' utilizes an array of heavy lasers. At medium range, a [[Series 4D-2]] [[Heavy Large Laser]] and twin [[Series 7JA]] [[ER Medium Laser]]s are the go-to weapons. The armament excels at short range, when two [[Series 6A]] [[Medium Heavy Laser]]s and two [[Series 14 k. II]] [[Heavy Small Laser]]s can be brought into play. The most significant different between the testbed and final refit models is the addition of three [["Longbow" III]] [[LRM-10]] launchers to provide some ranged firepower. Though the heavy lasers are inherently inaccurate, the incredible damage output makes this 'Mech feared. Seventeen [[double heat sink]]s are woefully inadequate to keep heat levels under control, so [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must take extreme caution.<ref name=TRO3067p120f/> <ref name=FMCC-188/>+ The ''Hellfire'' uses a smaller engine than the ''Lupus'', so it only has a top speed of 65 km/h, though it uses [[MASC]] to get up to the 86 km/h, the top speed of the ''Lupus''', in short bursts. The ''Hellfire'' mounts nine tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. − To carry such a heavy loadout, the ''Hellfire'' uses a smaller engine than the ''Lupus'', so it only has a top speed of 65 km/h. Though originally intended to retain the ''Lupus'''s 300-rated engine, [[Kappa Provisional Galaxy (Clan Star Adder)|Kappa Provisional]] [[Galaxy Commander]] [[Jenica Turgidson]] who was overseeing development insisted on a smaller engine, arguing that as the ''Hellfire'' was intended for defensive roles it needed firepower ahead of speed. She did agree to the inclusion of [[MASC]] for quick bursts of extra speed to close with or retreat from the enemy. The ''Hellfire'' mounts nine tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor.<ref name=TRO3067p120f/> <ref name=FMCC-188/>+ For weaponry, the ''Hellfire'' utilizes an array of heavy lasers. At long range, the three "Longbow" III [[LRM-10]] launchers provide some force. At medium range, a Series 4D-2 [[Heavy Large Laser]] and twin Series 7JA [[ER Medium Laser]]s are the go-to weapons. The armament excels at short range, when two Series 6A [[Medium Heavy Laser]]s and two Series 14 k. II [[Heavy Small Laser]]s can be brought into play. Though the heavy lasers are inherently inaccurate, the incredible damage output makes this 'Mech feared. Seventeen [[double heat sink]]s are woefully inadequate to keep heat levels under control, so [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must take extreme caution. − − Despite its initial success, the combat service of the ''Hellfire'' has not been flaw free. Aside from the sensor interference caused by firing its signature Heavy Lasers, a number of battlefield reports indicate the heavy laser tubes can violently rupture in the heat of battle. The 'Mech also experiences a fifteen percent higher rate of MASC failure than usual, though technicians have yet to determine whether this is due to the age of the ''Lupus'' chassis or if this is something caused by the Heavy Lasers. <ref name=TRO3067p120f/> <ref name=FMCC-188/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *;''Hellfire'' 2 : Approximately twice as expensive as the original, the ''Hellfire'' 2 uses an 300-rated [[XL engine]] to increase the [['Mech]]'s speed to 86 km/h. In place of the LRMs are a pair of [[ATM 6]]s. The heavy smalls are replaced with a single [[ER Small Laser]] and an additional [[double heat sink]].<ref name=TRJp16f /> BV (1.0) = 1,793<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 211</ref> + *;''Hellfire'' 2 : Approximately twice as expensive as the original, the ''Hellfire'' 2 uses an [[XL Engine]] to increase the [['Mech]]'s speed to 86 km/h. In place of the LRMs are a pair of [[ATM 6]]s. The heavy smalls are replaced with a single [[ER Small Laser]] and an additional [[double heat sink]]. BV (1.0) = 1,793<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 211</ref> − − *;''Hellfire'' 3 : A smaller XL engine reduces this variant's top speed to 64 km/h, but the MASC system allows the 'Mech to top out at 86 km/h for short bursts of speed. The weaponry has been replaced: The side torsos each carry a single [[SRM-6]], while each arm carries an [[ER Flamer]], [[Flamer]], and two [[Plasma Cannon]]s. Fifteen double heat sinks dissipate the massive heat load generated by the weaponry. BV(2.0)=2,138<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 212</ref> − − ===Apocryphal Variants=== − {{ApocryphalContentStart}} − These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media. − − ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' − *;HLF-A : The ''Hellfire'' A is built on an [[Endo Steel]] and mounts an 240-rated XL engine, clad in standard armor but saving weight for a [[Gauss rifle]] and [[Streak SRM-4]] in the right torso, paired [[Streak SRM-6]]s in the left torso, supported by a single Heavy Medium Laser in each arm. Fitted with MASC like the standard ''Hellfire'' to make up for lackluster ground speed, the A mounts thirteen double heat sinks and carries three tons of Gauss reloads and four tons of Streak missiles.<ref name=MWO-S>''MechWarrior Online'' Hellfire Sale Page</ref> − − *; HLF-B : The B mounts the 300 XL engine of the ''Hellfire'' 2, but swaps the ferro-fibrous armor for an Endo Steel chassis, using the weight saved to mount a Heavy Large Laser and [[LRM-15]] in the left torso, twin Streak SRM-6s in the right torso, supported by a Heavy Medium and [[ER Medium Laser]] in each arm. Carrying MASC to boost its mobility, the ''Hellfire'' B is fitted with eighteen double heat sinks and carries two tons of Streak and one ton of LRM missiles.<ref name=MWO-S/> − − *; HLF-C : The ''Hellfire'' C is built on the basic frame of the B variant, though swaps back to ferro-fibrous armor, is armed with an [[ER Large Laser|ER Large]] and ER Medium Laser in arm supported by an ATM 6 in each side torso. Again retaining the MASC of the other ''Hellfire'' variants, the C model features eighteen double heat sinks and a combined four ton ATM ammo bay to draw upon.<ref name=MWO-S/> − − *;HLF-VO ''VOID'' : The ''Hellfire'' [[Hero 'Mech]] reportedly piloted by [[Delta Galaxy (Clan Star Adder)|Delta Galaxy]]'s [[Galaxy Commander]] [[Vanel Talasko]], the ''Void'' features the base chassis and MASC of the C but is armed with an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] and SRM-6 in the right torso and an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]] in the left arm, supported by twin Heavy Mediums in the left torso and a twin of Heavy Small Lasers in the right arm. ''Void'' is fitted with fourteen double heat sinks and carries four tons of UAC reloads and a single ton of SRM missiles.<ref name=MWO-S/> <ref name=MWO-L/> − − {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} − − ==Design Quirks== − The ''Hellfire'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92 BattleMech Quirk Table -Hellfire Entry.</ref> − * [[Difficult to Maintain]] − − ==Related Designs== − * ''[[Lupus]]'' - Many ''Hellfire'' chassis were taken from Clan Coyote's Brian Caches and converted into BattleMechs while renaming the Mech. − − ==Notable Pilots== − : ''See: [[:Category:Notable Hellfire Pilots]]'' − ==Notes==+ *;''Hellfire'' 3 : A smaller XL engine reduces this variant's top speed to 64km/h, but the [[MASC]] system allows the 'Mech to top out at 86km/h for short bursts of speed. The weaponry has been replaced: The side torsos each carry a single [[SRM-6]], while each arm carries an [[ER Flamer]], [[Flamer]], and two [[Plasma Cannon]]s. Fifteen double heat sinks dissipate the massive heat load generated by the weaponry. BV(2.0)=2,138<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 212</ref> − * In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''''Höllenfeuer'''''. − ==Gallery== + ==BattleMech Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Image:Hellfire_FMCrusaderClans.png|Original ''Hellfire'' from ''[[Field Manual: Crusader Clans|FM:CClans]]'' + Image:Hellfire_FMCrusaderClans.png|First image of the ''Hellfire'' − File:Hellfire.jpg|''Hellfire'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]'' − Image:MWO_Hellfire.png|Model of ''Hellfire'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' </gallery> </gallery> Line 85:
Line 49: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' + *''[[Combat Operations]]'' − * ''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]''+ *''[[Field Manual: Crusader Clans]]'' − * ''[[Field Manual: Crusader Clans]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' − * ''[[Hellfire Lore and Blueprint]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' − * [https://mwomercs.com/hellfire ''MechWarrior Online Hellfire'' Sale Page]+ *''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] Line 100:
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = Hellfire.jpg | + | |image=Hellfire.jpg |
| − | |name= | + | |name=Hellfire |
| − | |manufacturer = [[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]] |
| − | |model = | + | |model= |
| − | |production year = 3058 | + | |production year=3058 |
| − | |year reference = <ref name= | + | |year reference=<ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 120-121</ref> |
| − | |class = Heavy | + | |class=Heavy |
| − | |cost = 6,824,960 C-bills | + | |cost= 6,824,960 C-bills |
| − | + | |mass=60 | |
| − | + | |chassis=[[Chassis#Models|Star League XT]] | |
| − | |mass = 60 | + | |armor=Mk. VI [[Ferro-Fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]] |
| − | |chassis = [[ | + | |engine=240 [[Fusion Engine|Standard]] |
| − | |armor = | + | |comsys=[[Hector CC-22E]] |
| − | |engine = [[ | + | |T&T=[[Brim CT-37 Mk. XII]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Hector CC-22E]] | + | |heat sinks=17 [[Double heat sinks]] |
| − | |T&T = [[Brim CT-37 Mk. XII]] | + | |speed=65 |
| − | |heat sinks = 17 [[Double | + | |speed with MASC=86 |
| − | |speed = | + | |armament= |
| − | |speed with MASC = 86 | + | *1x [[Heavy Large Laser]] |
| − | |armament = | + | *3x [[LRM-10]]s |
| − | * 1x [[Heavy Large Laser]] | + | *2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s |
| − | * 3x [[LRM-10]] | + | *2x [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s |
| − | * 2x [[ER Medium Laser]] | + | *2x [[Heavy Small Laser]]s |
| − | * 2x [[Heavy Medium Laser]] | + | |BV (1.0)=1,495<ref name=TRO3067/> |
| − | * 2x [[Heavy Small Laser]] | + | |BV (2.0)=2,114<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 210</ref> |
| − | |BV (1.0) = 1,495<ref name= | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 2,114 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Following the development of | + | Following the development of heavy laser technology, [[Clan Star Adder]] scientists sought a test-bed on which to mount the lasers. For this purpose, they resurrected the ''[[Lupus]]'', a first-generation [[OmniMech]] that had been relegated to second-line units or put into storage. The heavy lasers worked so well on the ''Lupus'', Khan [[Cassius N'Buta]] had more ''Lupuses'' refitted ''en masse'', and new production commenced at their [[Arcadia (Clan)|Arcadia]] BattleMech production lines. Why new production of the reworked and re-christened '''''Hellfire''''' gave up the Omni-technology of the parent is unclear - perhaps for expediency or cost-reduction, or to better showcase the heavy lasers. Whatever the reason, production at [[Arcadia BattleMech Plant CM-T4]] began in [[3058]], with over 100 walking off the lines in the first year.<ref>''Field Manual: Crusader Clans'', p. 188</ref><ref name=TRO3067/><ref>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 24</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | + | The ''Hellfire'' uses a smaller engine than the ''Lupus'', so it only has a top speed of 65 km/h, though it uses [[MASC]] to get up to the 86 km/h, the top speed of the ''Lupus''', in short bursts. The ''Hellfire'' mounts nine tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. | |
| − | + | For weaponry, the ''Hellfire'' utilizes an array of heavy lasers. At long range, the three "Longbow" III [[LRM-10]] launchers provide some force. At medium range, a Series 4D-2 [[Heavy Large Laser]] and twin Series 7JA [[ER Medium Laser]]s are the go-to weapons. The armament excels at short range, when two Series 6A [[Medium Heavy Laser]]s and two Series 14 k. II [[Heavy Small Laser]]s can be brought into play. Though the heavy lasers are inherently inaccurate, the incredible damage output makes this 'Mech feared. Seventeen [[double heat sink]]s are woefully inadequate to keep heat levels under control, so [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must take extreme caution. | |
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;''Hellfire'' 2 : Approximately twice as expensive as the original, the ''Hellfire'' 2 uses an | + | *;''Hellfire'' 2 : Approximately twice as expensive as the original, the ''Hellfire'' 2 uses an [[XL Engine]] to increase the [['Mech]]'s speed to 86 km/h. In place of the LRMs are a pair of [[ATM 6]]s. The heavy smalls are replaced with a single [[ER Small Laser]] and an additional [[double heat sink]]. BV (1.0) = 1,793<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 211</ref> |
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| − | + | *;''Hellfire'' 3 : A smaller XL engine reduces this variant's top speed to 64km/h, but the [[MASC]] system allows the 'Mech to top out at 86km/h for short bursts of speed. The weaponry has been replaced: The side torsos each carry a single [[SRM-6]], while each arm carries an [[ER Flamer]], [[Flamer]], and two [[Plasma Cannon]]s. Fifteen double heat sinks dissipate the massive heat load generated by the weaponry. BV(2.0)=2,138<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 212</ref> | |
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| − | ==Gallery== | + | ==BattleMech Gallery== |
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image:Hellfire_FMCrusaderClans.png| | + | Image:Hellfire_FMCrusaderClans.png|First image of the ''Hellfire'' |
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Combat Operations | + | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Field Manual: Crusader Clans]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[Field Manual: Crusader Clans]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' |
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[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] | ||
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[[Category:Clan Cloud Cobra BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Clan Cloud Cobra BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Clan Star Adder BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Clan Star Adder BattleMechs]] | ||
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