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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Hollander''''' was introduced in [[Production Year::3054]] specifically to carry a [[Gauss Rifle]] into combat and act as a sniper. The | + | The '''''Hollander''''' was introduced in [[Production Year::3054]] specifically to carry a [[Gauss Rifle]] into combat and act as a sniper. The [[Federated Commonwealth]] was in dire need of a response to the fast-moving, long-range firepower of the [[Operation Revival|Clan Invaders]] at the time, and looked at a number of light 'Mech designs featuring [[PPC]]s or [[LRM]]s as a potential answer. It was Coventry's unorthodox decision to mount such a large weapon, one which had neither the overheating or ammunition explosion drawbacks of the other designs, which won them the contract. With its single massive cannon and built using the latest in [[lostech|rediscovered technology]], the ''Hollander'' can destroy another light 'Mech in a single hit at extreme range and threaten heavier targets easily.<ref name=TRO3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 26</ref><ref name=TRO3055u>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p.24</ref> |
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| + | Unfortunately Coventry was a bit too ambitious with the original ''Hollander'' design and had to make a number of cutbacks to get a working production model. Even using advanced lightweight materials, space and weight concerns forced a number of concessions in order to mount such a massive weapon. The original six tons of armoring was scaled back, especially around the torso and arms, so that the weapon could fully articulate, and the [[fusion engine]] was reduced in size due to the weight of the weapon. Ammunition stores had to be reduced and secondary weapons eliminated due to space concerns as well. As such, the ''Hollander'''s speed profile was reduced to that of a Clan heavy 'Mech, and it has nothing to fall back on if it should run out of ammo.<ref name=TRO3055/><ref name=TRO3055u/> | ||
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| + | In spite of these setbacks the ''Hollander'' still boasted tremendous firepower and was cheap to build, leading to its immediate deployment as a light hunter-killer 'Mech. The first production run of ''Hollanders'' went to the [[17th Skye Rangers]] and the [[1st Kearny Highlanders]], operating against [[Clan Jade Falcon]] on [[Barcelona]] and [[Mogyorod]] respectively, where they were hoped to prove effective against the ''[[Kit Fox]]''. Other units, including prominent [[mercenary]] commands, also began to receive ''Hollander'' shipments thereafter. Since its debut numerous variants of the ''Hollander'' would attempt to address the flaws in the design, including the use of an even heavier chassis to create the ''Hollander II'' models.<ref name=TRO3055/><ref name=TRO3055u/> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The only weapon carried by the ''Hollander'' is a Poland Main Model A [[Gauss Rifle]], | + | The only weapon carried by the ''Hollander'' is a [[Poland Main Model A]] [[Gauss Rifle]], taking up the 'Mech's right torso. While incredibly powerful, only two tons of ammunition in the center torso means the ''Hollander'' can fire sixteen times before it is completely defenseless. So long as it still has ammo though the ''Hollander'' is very dangerous, as its heavily-reinforced legs fitted with recoil compensators and support hydraulics allows the 'Mech to accurately target and fire at the enemy even when running at top speed. Built on a Coventry BZK-III [[Endo Steel]] chassis, the 'Mech is protected by four tons of Lexington Limited High Grade [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, both design features meant to save on weight as much as possible. However its seven-ton Omni 175 engine gives the 'Mech a cruising speed of only 54 km/h. While not enough to actually catch its intended targets, light and medium 'Mechs, the ''Hollander'' should not require a high top speed as it is to act as a long range sniper against the enemy.<ref name=TRO3055/><ref name=TRO3055u/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;BZK-G1 : The G1 variant of the ''Hollander'' is built to address concerns about the ''Hollander'''s lack of back up weapons. | + | *;BZK-G1 : The G1 variant of the ''Hollander'' is built to address concerns about the ''Hollander'''s lack of back up weapons. First debuting in [[3056]] the 'Mech replaces the heavy Gauss Cannon with an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]] as its primary weapon, freeing up weight to mount two [[Defiance B3M]] [[Medium Laser]]s in its arms as backup weapons and add two tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. The G1 is an excellent 'Mech for vehicle hunting as well as anti-aircraft use with its LB-X cluster rounds. BV (1.0) = 768<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 873<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 29</ref> |
| − | *;BZK-F5 : The F5 variant, called the ''Hollander II'' is a variant of the ''Hollander'' that looks to alleviate the 'Mech's problems by | + | *;BZK-F5 : The F5 variant, called the ''Hollander II'', is a variant of the ''Hollander'' that looks to alleviate the 'Mech's problems by building it on a chassis ten tons heavier than the original, pushing it into the medium weight class. First built in [[3058]] the 'Mech still carries a Gauss Rifle as its primary weapon, but is backed up by a single [[Medium Laser]] and a [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher.<ref name=TRO3055u/> BV (1.0) = 1,084<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,214<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 40</ref> |
| − | *;BZK-F7 : The F7 is a modification of the F5 that takes advantage of the ''Hollander II'''s larger weapons payload to mount the [[Lyran Alliance]]'s new [[Heavy Gauss Rifle]], which is capable of causing a great deal of damage at short to medium ranges. BV (1.0) = 1,087<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,192<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 41</ref> | + | *;BZK-F7 : The F7, debuting in [[3061]] is a modification of the F5 that takes advantage of the ''Hollander II'''s larger weapons payload to mount the [[Lyran Alliance]]'s new [[Heavy Gauss Rifle]], which is capable of causing a great deal of damage at short to medium ranges. While improving upon the firepower of the variant, the removal of backup weaponry to fit these massive weapon leaves it with the same problems as the original ''Hollander''.<ref name=TRO3055u/> BV (1.0) = 1,087<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,192<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 41</ref> |
*;BZK-D1 ''Hollander III'' : The first of the ''Hollander III'' designs to be manufactured by General Motors from their plant on [[Kathil]], the BZK-D1 entered production in [[3114]]. Using a [[GM 175 XL]] engine, the [[GM BZK-III]] [[Endo Steel]] chassis and six tons of [[StarGuard Reflec]] [[Reflective Armor]] with [[CASE II]], the BZK-D1 traded the Gauss Rifle of the original for an [[Ultra AC/10]] with three tons of ammunition and incorporated both a [[Compact Gyro]] and a [[Supercharger]].<ref name="TRO3145:FSp34"/> The BZK-D1 also featured a [[Full-Head Ejection System]]. BV (2.0) = 1,116<ref name="TRO3145:FSp81">''Technical Readout 3145: Federated Suns'', p. 81, "BZK-D1 ''Hollander III''"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 194</ref> | *;BZK-D1 ''Hollander III'' : The first of the ''Hollander III'' designs to be manufactured by General Motors from their plant on [[Kathil]], the BZK-D1 entered production in [[3114]]. Using a [[GM 175 XL]] engine, the [[GM BZK-III]] [[Endo Steel]] chassis and six tons of [[StarGuard Reflec]] [[Reflective Armor]] with [[CASE II]], the BZK-D1 traded the Gauss Rifle of the original for an [[Ultra AC/10]] with three tons of ammunition and incorporated both a [[Compact Gyro]] and a [[Supercharger]].<ref name="TRO3145:FSp34"/> The BZK-D1 also featured a [[Full-Head Ejection System]]. BV (2.0) = 1,116<ref name="TRO3145:FSp81">''Technical Readout 3145: Federated Suns'', p. 81, "BZK-D1 ''Hollander III''"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 194</ref> | ||
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| Hollander | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Coventry Metal Works General Motors[1] |
| Production Year | 3054[2] |
| Model | BZK-F3 |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | Coventry BZK-III Endo-Steel |
| Armor | Lexington Limited High Grade Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Omni 175 |
| Communications System | TharHes Muse 54-58K |
| Targeting Tracking System | Cyclops 9 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 861[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 953[4] |
Contents
Description
The Hollander was introduced in 3054 specifically to carry a Gauss Rifle into combat and act as a sniper. The Federated Commonwealth was in dire need of a response to the fast-moving, long-range firepower of the Clan Invaders at the time, and looked at a number of light 'Mech designs featuring PPCs or LRMs as a potential answer. It was Coventry's unorthodox decision to mount such a large weapon, one which had neither the overheating or ammunition explosion drawbacks of the other designs, which won them the contract. With its single massive cannon and built using the latest in rediscovered technology, the Hollander can destroy another light 'Mech in a single hit at extreme range and threaten heavier targets easily.[5][6]
Unfortunately Coventry was a bit too ambitious with the original Hollander design and had to make a number of cutbacks to get a working production model. Even using advanced lightweight materials, space and weight concerns forced a number of concessions in order to mount such a massive weapon. The original six tons of armoring was scaled back, especially around the torso and arms, so that the weapon could fully articulate, and the fusion engine was reduced in size due to the weight of the weapon. Ammunition stores had to be reduced and secondary weapons eliminated due to space concerns as well. As such, the Hollander's speed profile was reduced to that of a Clan heavy 'Mech, and it has nothing to fall back on if it should run out of ammo.[5][6]
In spite of these setbacks the Hollander still boasted tremendous firepower and was cheap to build, leading to its immediate deployment as a light hunter-killer 'Mech. The first production run of Hollanders went to the 17th Skye Rangers and the 1st Kearny Highlanders, operating against Clan Jade Falcon on Barcelona and Mogyorod respectively, where they were hoped to prove effective against the Kit Fox. Other units, including prominent mercenary commands, also began to receive Hollander shipments thereafter. Since its debut numerous variants of the Hollander would attempt to address the flaws in the design, including the use of an even heavier chassis to create the Hollander II models.[5][6]
Weapons and Equipment
The only weapon carried by the Hollander is a Poland Main Model A Gauss Rifle, taking up the 'Mech's right torso. While incredibly powerful, only two tons of ammunition in the center torso means the Hollander can fire sixteen times before it is completely defenseless. So long as it still has ammo though the Hollander is very dangerous, as its heavily-reinforced legs fitted with recoil compensators and support hydraulics allows the 'Mech to accurately target and fire at the enemy even when running at top speed. Built on a Coventry BZK-III Endo Steel chassis, the 'Mech is protected by four tons of Lexington Limited High Grade Ferro-Fibrous armor, both design features meant to save on weight as much as possible. However its seven-ton Omni 175 engine gives the 'Mech a cruising speed of only 54 km/h. While not enough to actually catch its intended targets, light and medium 'Mechs, the Hollander should not require a high top speed as it is to act as a long range sniper against the enemy.[5][6]
Variants
- BZK-G1
- The G1 variant of the Hollander is built to address concerns about the Hollander's lack of back up weapons. First debuting in 3056 the 'Mech replaces the heavy Gauss Cannon with an LB-X Autocannon/10 as its primary weapon, freeing up weight to mount two Defiance B3M Medium Lasers in its arms as backup weapons and add two tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. The G1 is an excellent 'Mech for vehicle hunting as well as anti-aircraft use with its LB-X cluster rounds. BV (1.0) = 768[3], BV (2.0) = 873[7]
- BZK-F5
- The F5 variant, called the Hollander II, is a variant of the Hollander that looks to alleviate the 'Mech's problems by building it on a chassis ten tons heavier than the original, pushing it into the medium weight class. First built in 3058 the 'Mech still carries a Gauss Rifle as its primary weapon, but is backed up by a single Medium Laser and a Streak SRM-2 launcher.[6] BV (1.0) = 1,084[3], BV (2.0) = 1,214[8]
- BZK-F7
- The F7, debuting in 3061 is a modification of the F5 that takes advantage of the Hollander II's larger weapons payload to mount the Lyran Alliance's new Heavy Gauss Rifle, which is capable of causing a great deal of damage at short to medium ranges. While improving upon the firepower of the variant, the removal of backup weaponry to fit these massive weapon leaves it with the same problems as the original Hollander.[6] BV (1.0) = 1,087[3], BV (2.0) = 1,192[9]
- BZK-D1 Hollander III
- The first of the Hollander III designs to be manufactured by General Motors from their plant on Kathil, the BZK-D1 entered production in 3114. Using a GM 175 XL engine, the GM BZK-III Endo Steel chassis and six tons of StarGuard Reflec Reflective Armor with CASE II, the BZK-D1 traded the Gauss Rifle of the original for an Ultra AC/10 with three tons of ammunition and incorporated both a Compact Gyro and a Supercharger.[1] The BZK-D1 also featured a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 1,116[10][11]
- BZK-D3 Hollander III
- Manufactured for the mercenary sales market,[1] the BZK-D3 completely replaced the weapons payload of the BZK-D1; retaining the armor configuration of the BZK-D1, the D3 variant mounted a Small Laser, an ER PPC and two Medium Lasers along with a Targeting Computer and an Angel ECM Suite. Like the D2, the D3 also lacked the Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 1,575[14][15]
Related BattleMechs
- Blitzkrieg - Unimpressed with the Hollander's lack of speed, armor and secondary weaponry, the Lyran Alliance commissioned the Blitzkrieg. Though the Blitzkrieg fails to add a secondary weapons system, it improves upon the Hollander in every other manner, including mounting a devastating Ultra AC/20[16].
- Kit Fox (Uller) - A light clan OmniMech that had a configuration that sported a Gauss Rifle, inspiring the Hollander's design.
Gallery
Hollander on the battlefield
BZK-F3 Hollander in combat
Hollander III
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Technical Readout 3145: Federated Suns, p. 34, "BZK-D1 Hollander III"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Hollander
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Combat Operations, p. 132
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 28
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Technical Readout: 3055, p. 26
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p.24
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 29
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 40
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 41
- ↑ Technical Readout 3145: Federated Suns, p. 81, "BZK-D1 Hollander III"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 194
- ↑ Technical Readout 3145: Federated Suns, p. 82, "BZK-D2 Hollander III"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 195
- ↑ Technical Readout 3145: Federated Suns, p. 83, "BZK-D3 Hollander III"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 196
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3060, p. 94