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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | During the [[Jihad]], the [[Capellan Confederation]]'s forces were savaged by onslaught of the war. After receiving call from CCAF High Command to submit designs help aid rebuilding the armed forces, [[Hellespont 'Mech Works]] of [[Betelgeuse]] responded with the HW1 '''''Hwacha'''''. | + | During the [[Jihad]], the [[Capellan Confederation]]'s forces were savaged by the onslaught of the war. After receiving the call from CCAF High Command to submit designs to help aid in the rebuilding of the armed forces, [[Hellespont 'Mech Works]] of [[Betelgeuse]] responded with the HW1 '''''Hwacha'''''. |
| − | The ''Hwacha'' is based on the [[Light SRM Carrier]] | + | The ''Hwacha'' is based on the [[Light SRM Carrier]]. The company used a blending of [[Primitive Technology|primitive technologies]] and modern weaponry as an attempt to market it as an updated version of the smaller machine at a low cost. The design was intended to assault smaller combat vehicles and unarmored infantry troops. |
| − | The vehicle was not attractive to many House Liao commanders, which | + | The vehicle was not attractive to many House Liao commanders, which forced the company to attempt to sell the vehicle outside the state. The vehicle would later be seen in the ranks of periphery units and [[Duchy of Andurien|breakaway Free Worlds League states]].<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 9, 23 - Background information.</ref> |
==Armament and Capacities== | ==Armament and Capacities== | ||
| − | + | The ''Hwacha's'' sole weaponry lies in its three 20-tubed Medium Ranged Missile Launchers located in the turret. With nine gunners, the vehicle's turreted weapons are supplied with six tons of ammunition. The weapons are guided by a modern military Advanced Fire Control system. | |
| − | ''Hwacha's'' components, | + | The ''Hwacha's'' primary components, its[[Primitive Engine|engine]], chassis and armor plating, all utilize primitive grade technology. Its hull is covered with a mere 3 tons of [[Primitive Armor|primitive grade armor]].<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 9, 23 - Hwacha's Weaponry and equipment.</ref> |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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As with many XTRO publications, the Hwacha's image is repurposed from the Light SRM Carrier from [[Technical Readout: 3060]].<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 9, 23 - Hwacha's Vehicle notes and origin.</ref> | As with many XTRO publications, the Hwacha's image is repurposed from the Light SRM Carrier from [[Technical Readout: 3060]].<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 9, 23 - Hwacha's Vehicle notes and origin.</ref> | ||
| − | Errata Note: | + | Errata Note: At the time of this writing, ratings of the Hwacha were noted to have conflictions with the original entry found in XTRO: Retrotech. No canon fixes have been published as of this time.<ref>[http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,5921.0.html Errata Reports for Hwacha.]</ref> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Revision as of 08:30, 11 January 2013
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| HW1 Hwacha | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Hellespont 'Mech Works |
| Use | Fire Support Garrison Vehicle |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere (Advanced) |
| Chassis Type (Size) | Wheeled (Medium) |
| Equipment Rating | |
| Introduced | 3078 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 50 Tons |
| Speed | 3 |
| Top Speed | 5 |
| Power Plant | Fuel Cell (Electric) |
| Fuel (Type/Range) | 1,111 km |
| Armament | 3 x MRM-20 Advanced Fire Control |
| Heat Sinks | 0 |
| Armor | BAR 6 |
| Crew | 14 2 Officers 2 enlisted 9 Gunners |
| BV (2.0) | 570[1] |
Description
During the Jihad, the Capellan Confederation's forces were savaged by the onslaught of the war. After receiving the call from CCAF High Command to submit designs to help aid in the rebuilding of the armed forces, Hellespont 'Mech Works of Betelgeuse responded with the HW1 Hwacha.
The Hwacha is based on the Light SRM Carrier. The company used a blending of primitive technologies and modern weaponry as an attempt to market it as an updated version of the smaller machine at a low cost. The design was intended to assault smaller combat vehicles and unarmored infantry troops.
The vehicle was not attractive to many House Liao commanders, which forced the company to attempt to sell the vehicle outside the state. The vehicle would later be seen in the ranks of periphery units and breakaway Free Worlds League states.[2]
Armament and Capacities
The Hwacha's sole weaponry lies in its three 20-tubed Medium Ranged Missile Launchers located in the turret. With nine gunners, the vehicle's turreted weapons are supplied with six tons of ammunition. The weapons are guided by a modern military Advanced Fire Control system.
The Hwacha's primary components, itsengine, chassis and armor plating, all utilize primitive grade technology. Its hull is covered with a mere 3 tons of primitive grade armor.[3]
Notes
The Hwacha features Tech Level C Chassis, Engine/Controls and Armor.
As with many XTRO publications, the Hwacha's image is repurposed from the Light SRM Carrier from Technical Readout: 3060.[4]
Errata Note: At the time of this writing, ratings of the Hwacha were noted to have conflictions with the original entry found in XTRO: Retrotech. No canon fixes have been published as of this time.[5]
References
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 9, 23 - Hwacha's BV2.
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 9, 23 - Background information.
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 9, 23 - Hwacha's Weaponry and equipment.
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 9, 23 - Hwacha's Vehicle notes and origin.
- ↑ Errata Reports for Hwacha.