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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Horned Owl''''', or ''Peregrine'' as the [[Inner Sphere]] [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|designated]] it, is a light, fast second-line [[BattleMech]] capable of highly accurate fire. It was designed by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] as a rugged submersible construction ’Mech and was later rebuilt for combat<ref name=rg11p6>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11'', p. 6</ref>. A harassing platform, the ''Horned Owl'' is also a capable dueling 'Mech. Five tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor provide adequate protection for the light 'Mech. | + | The '''''Horned Owl''''', or ''Peregrine'' as the [[Inner Sphere]] [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|designated]] it, is a [[BattleMech#Light|light]], fast second-line [[BattleMech]] capable of highly accurate fire. It was designed by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] as a rugged submersible construction ’Mech and was later rebuilt for combat<ref name=rg11p6>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11'', p. 6</ref>. A harassing platform, the ''Horned Owl'' is also a capable dueling 'Mech. Five tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor provide adequate protection for the light 'Mech. |
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| + | Due to its streamlined non-threatening appearance the Horned Owl is well suited for guard duties in civilian areas. This feature is also the reason why this mech is sometimes mistaken for lightweight security mech despite being fully capable military tool.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 118, Peregrine</ref> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Armed with a single [[large pulse laser]] in the center torso and a [[medium pulse laser]] in each arm, the ''Horned Owl''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s devastatingly accurate fire can quickly destroy other light [['Mech]]s. | + | Armed with a single [[Kolibri Delta Series]] [[large pulse laser]] in the center torso and a [[Kolibri Omega Series]] [[medium pulse laser]] in each arm, the ''Horned Owl''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s devastatingly accurate fire can quickly destroy other light [['Mech]]s. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; ''Horned Owl'' 2 : This variant trades in its lasers for six [[LRM-5]]s and four tons of ammunition. Though it is entirely ammunition-dependent, this model can provide light Stars with sustained support, as it will not build heat under normal circumstances. BV (1.0) = 1,232<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,191<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 183</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11'', p. 26</ref> | + | *; ''Horned Owl'' 2 : This variant trades in its lasers for six [[LRM-5]]s and four tons of ammunition. Though it is entirely ammunition-dependent, this model can provide light Stars with sustained support, as it will not build up heat under normal circumstances. BV (1.0) = 1,232<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,191<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 183</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11'', p. 26</ref> |
| − | *; ''Horned Owl'' 3 : Unlike the 2, this variant returns to a design similar to the original. In place of the [[large pulse laser]] there is an [[ER PPC]] tied to a [[targeting computer]], allowing | + | *; ''Horned Owl'' 3 : Unlike the 2, this variant returns to a design similar to the original. In place of the [[large pulse laser]] there is an [[ER PPC]] tied to a [[targeting computer]], allowing this variant to snipe efficiently. In place of the [[medium pulse laser]]s are two trios of [[light machine gun]]s, allowing the design to deal with infantry should it need to. BV (1.0) = ?, BV (2.0)=1,545<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 184</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11'', p. 27</ref> |
*; ''Horned Owl'' 4 : Almost a complete redesign, the ''Horned Owl'' was redone by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] after they took over the Abysmal continent on [[Huntress]]. The 'Mech is no longer so neatly rounded, but it makes up for that with four [[ATM-3]]s and an [[ER medium laser]]. Three tons of ammunition allow the pilot access to all of the ATM's modes of fire, and it runs cool. BV (1.0) = 1,241, BV (2.0)=1,198<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 185</ref> | *; ''Horned Owl'' 4 : Almost a complete redesign, the ''Horned Owl'' was redone by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] after they took over the Abysmal continent on [[Huntress]]. The 'Mech is no longer so neatly rounded, but it makes up for that with four [[ATM-3]]s and an [[ER medium laser]]. Three tons of ammunition allow the pilot access to all of the ATM's modes of fire, and it runs cool. BV (1.0) = 1,241, BV (2.0)=1,198<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 185</ref> | ||
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==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Horned Owl'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Peregrine Entry | + | The ''Horned Owl'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Peregrine Entry</ref> |
* [[Stabilized Weapon|Stabilized Weapon (CT Medium Laser)]] | * [[Stabilized Weapon|Stabilized Weapon (CT Medium Laser)]] | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
* In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''Uhu'''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was altered to '''Frostfalke''', which literally means ''Frost Falcon''. This was supposedly done to prevent a mix-up with the [[Peregrine (Combat Vehicle)|Peregrine]] VTOL. | * In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''Uhu'''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was altered to '''Frostfalke''', which literally means ''Frost Falcon''. This was supposedly done to prevent a mix-up with the [[Peregrine (Combat Vehicle)|Peregrine]] VTOL. | ||
| − | + | * Author [[Ashley Watkins]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20231121234813/https://panther6actual.blogspot.com/2015/10/technical-read-out-3055.html blog entry] that she designed stats and wrote background for ''Peregrine'' as originally published in ''TRO:3055''. | |
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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3055U Horned Owl.jpg|''Horned Owl 4'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' | 3055U Horned Owl.jpg|''Horned Owl 4'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
CCG Mechwarrior Horned Owl.jpg|''Horned Owl'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | CCG Mechwarrior Horned Owl.jpg|''Horned Owl'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
| + | Clan Striker Star - Horned Owl.jpg|''Horned Owl'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Striker Star]]'' | ||
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Latest revision as of 10:26, 13 March 2024
- This article is about the 35-ton BattleMech. For other uses of "Peregrine", see Peregrine.
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| Horned Owl | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Abysmal Manufacturing Complex
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| Production Year | 2835[2] |
| Model | Standard |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 3,487,860 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | Coriolis Class IIIb endo steel |
| Armor | Compound Alpha |
| Engine | LightForce 210 |
| Communications System | JNE Integrated |
| Targeting Tracking System | TRTTS Mark II |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double heat sinks |
| Speed | 97 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Clan Light Series Mk. II |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,409[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,434[4][5] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Horned Owl, or Peregrine as the Inner Sphere designated it, is a light, fast second-line BattleMech capable of highly accurate fire. It was designed by Clan Goliath Scorpion as a rugged submersible construction ’Mech and was later rebuilt for combat[1]. A harassing platform, the Horned Owl is also a capable dueling 'Mech. Five tons of ferro-fibrous armor provide adequate protection for the light 'Mech.
Due to its streamlined non-threatening appearance the Horned Owl is well suited for guard duties in civilian areas. This feature is also the reason why this mech is sometimes mistaken for lightweight security mech despite being fully capable military tool.[6]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Armed with a single Kolibri Delta Series large pulse laser in the center torso and a Kolibri Omega Series medium pulse laser in each arm, the Horned Owl's devastatingly accurate fire can quickly destroy other light 'Mechs.
Variants[edit]
- Horned Owl 3
- Unlike the 2, this variant returns to a design similar to the original. In place of the large pulse laser there is an ER PPC tied to a targeting computer, allowing this variant to snipe efficiently. In place of the medium pulse lasers are two trios of light machine guns, allowing the design to deal with infantry should it need to. BV (1.0) = ?, BV (2.0)=1,545[9][10]
- Horned Owl 4
- Almost a complete redesign, the Horned Owl was redone by Clan Goliath Scorpion after they took over the Abysmal continent on Huntress. The 'Mech is no longer so neatly rounded, but it makes up for that with four ATM-3s and an ER medium laser. Three tons of ammunition allow the pilot access to all of the ATM's modes of fire, and it runs cool. BV (1.0) = 1,241, BV (2.0)=1,198[11]
- Horned Owl 5
- Ironically, the Scorpion's first attempt at redesigning the Horned Owl was not well received by their Warrior caste, but an all-energy version is ideal for their Seekers. Armed with an ER large laser in each arm and a center-line heavy medium laser, this model can essentially operate indefinitely, though its pilot must be wary of heat buildup, despite the added double heat sink. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,523[12]
- Horned Owl 6
- This model of the Horned Owl carries a large pulse laser and two medium pulse lasers. The jump jets have been removed and replaced by a targeting computer. BV (2.0) = 1,413[13]
- Horned Owl 7
- Also known as the Shimafukuro, this variant reduces the top speed to 86 km/h and uses a partial wing to jump 210 meters at a time. A light TAG system is mounted in the head, and each arm carries a medium pulse laser, but the main firepower comes from an ER large laser. All the weapons are tied into a targeting computer. BV (2.0) = 1,725[14]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Horned Owl has the following Design Quirks:[15]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to Uhu. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was altered to Frostfalke, which literally means Frost Falcon. This was supposedly done to prevent a mix-up with the Peregrine VTOL.
- Author Ashley Watkins stated in a blog entry that she designed stats and wrote background for Peregrine as originally published in TRO:3055.
Gallery[edit]
Horned Owl from RG:ilClan v11
Horned Owl 4 from TRO:3055 Upgrade
Horned Owl in motion from CCG
Horned Owl miniature from BattleTech: Clan Striker Star
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 6
- ↑ MUL online date for the Horned Owl (Peregrine)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Combat Operations, p. 109
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 182
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 25
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3055, p. 118, Peregrine
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 183
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 26
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 184
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 27
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 185
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 186
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 28
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 29
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Peregrine Entry