Huntsman (Nobori-nin)

Huntsman
Production information
Manufacturer	Irece Alpha Avon Alpha Brim Ironworks
Production Year	3049
Model	Prime
Class	Medium
Cost	12,634,375 C-bills
Technical specifications
Mass	50 tons
Chassis	Mynx Type Medium Endo Steel
Armor	Alpha Compound Ferro-Fibrous
Engine	Consolidated 250 XL engine
Communications System	JNE Integrated
Targeting Tracking System	Build 3 CAT TTS
Heat Sinks	10 Double heat sinks
Speed	86 km/h
Jump Jets	Northrup Starlifters M50s Standard
Armament	Primary Configuration 4x ER Medium Lasers 1x Ultra Autocannon/2 1x LRM-10 w/ Artemis IV FCS 1x Streak SRM-6 1x Flamer 1x TAG 2x Anti-Personnel Pods 1x Anti-Missile System
BV (1.0)	1,870
BV (2.0)	2,108

Description

The Huntsman was first seen by Inner Sphere forces during the Battle of Luthien. A DCMS officer designated it the "Nobori-nin" (banner-bearer) after the fin-like object that rises from its back. No expense has been spared in the construction of this front-line OmniMech that uses an Extra-Light Engine, Endo Steel structure, and nine tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. Five jump jets enable it to leap up to 150 meters at a time.

Armament

The primary configuration of the Huntsman sports a myriad of weapons. An Ultra Autocannon/2 and Artemis IV-linked LRM-10 provide long-range capability, while four ER Medium Lasers and a Streak SRM-6 make it a vicious close range 'Mech. A pair of Anti-Personnel Pods and a Flamer protect it from conventional infantry, and an Anti-Missile System provides it with some defense against incoming missiles. An Active Probe finds hidden units, and a TAG spotting laser can designate targets for homing artillery strikes.

Alternate Configurations

• Alt. Config. A 

  Useful at all ranges, the first alternate configuration uses an LRM-10 and an LB-X Autocannon/2 at long range. A pair of Large Pulse Lasers are accurate at all ranges, though they necessitated the addition of two double heat sinks. BV (1.0) = 1,870, BV (2.0) = 2,034

• Alt. Config. B 

  The Huntsman B uses an ER PPC at long range. Close in, it can call upon an LB-X Autocannon/10 and a pair of Medium Pulse Lasers. Two Machine Guns can make short work of unarmored infantry. BV (1.0) = 1,960, BV (2.0) = 2,156

• Alt. Config. C 

  This long-range support variant uses an LRM-20, LRM-15, and an Ultra Autocannon/5 for most of its work. An ER Medium Laser, ER Small Laser, and Streak SRM-4 handle units that get in close. A Flamer provides defense against infantry and combat vehicles. BV (1.0) = 1,927, BV (2.0) = 2,199

• Alt. Config. D 

  This newer variant uses an ATM 6 with three tons of ammunition for increasing damage as the Huntsman closes. An Ultra Autocannon/10 is useful at medium-short range, while a pair of Medium Pulse Lasers and a Small Pulse Laser are highly accurate against units that get too close. BV (1.0) = 1,851, BV (2.0) = 2,007

• Alt. Config. E 

  A Jihad-era config, the E mounts a Large Pulse Laser and paired Medium Pulse Lasers for high accuracy even while jumping. These are supported by an ATM-6 with three tons of ammo as well as an ER Small Laser. An Anti-Missile System, Light Active Probe, and Light TAG round out the equipment package. Four additional double heat sinks help keep the Huntsman E running cool. BV (2.0) = 2,104

• Alt. Config. H 

  A powerful reconnaissance unit, the Huntsman H carries an Active Probe and an ECM Suite. It also mounts a pair of ER Large Lasers, a Heavy Small Laser, and five Heavy Medium Lasers that are all tied to an advanced Targeting Computer. Six additional double heat sinks strain to keep heat levels manageable. BV (1.0) = 2,060, BV (2.0) = 2,495

• Alt. Config. N 

  This fusion of Warden and Crusader technology mounts an ER PPC, ER Large Laser, ATM 6, and a Heavy Medium Laser. A Targeting Computer makes the direct-fire weapons more accurate, while three additional heat sinks help to keep heat levels down. BV (1.0) = 2,245, BV (2.0) = 2,556

Gallery

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  Nobori-Nin A in Combat

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  Nobori-nin C in Battle

Bibliography

• Master Unit List
• Record Sheets: 3055/3058
• Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades
• Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)
• Record Sheets: Upgrades
• Technical Readout: 3058
• Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade