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Line 12: | Mass = 750 | Mass = 750 | Top Speed = 21.6 | Top Speed = 21.6 − | Armament = 1x [[Grenade Launcher (Battle Armor)|Grenade Launcher]] + | Armament = [[Grenade Launcher (Battle Armor)|Grenade Launcher]] | Armor Type = [[Prototype Stealth]] | Armor Type = [[Prototype Stealth]] | BV (1.0) = 15 | BV (1.0) = 15 | BV (2.0) = 18<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 13</ref> | BV (2.0) = 18<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 13</ref> }} }} + ==Description== ==Description== − The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to reverse engineer the technology for battlesuits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 14–15</ref> + The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to retro-engineer the technology for battle suits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[Aerospace Fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 14-15</ref> As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> Line 26:
Line 27: ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The only weapon on the Infiltrator is a [[Grenade Launcher (Battle Armor)|Grenade Launcher]] carried in the left arm. Firing a burst of five [[grenade]]s at once, the launcher has limited offensive value against most combat units. The right arm ends in a [[Basic Manipulator]], however the Infiltrator is not set up for making anti-[['Mech]] attacks or being transported via [[OmniMech]]. While it can achieve a top speed of 21.6 km/h, the suit has an ungainly gait, likened to a "waddling toy robot", and hence its nickname.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> + The only weapon on the Infiltrator is a [[Grenade Launcher (Battle Armor)|Grenade Launcher]] carried in the left arm. Firing a burst of five [[grenade]]s at once, the launcher has limited offensive value against most combat units. The right arm ends in a [[Basic Manipulator]], however the Infiltrator is not set-up for making anti-[['Mech]] attacks or being transported via [[OmniMech]]. While it can achieve a top speed of 21.6 km/h, the suit has an ungainly gait, likened to a "waddling toy robot", and hence its nickname.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> − The centerpiece of the Infiltrator are its stealth and sensor systems. Clad in 500kg of [[Prototype Stealth]] armor, the Infiltrator mimics the capabilities of a combination ECM/IR [[Sneak Suit]] mounting radar, infrared, and acoustic-suppressing systems. Used in combination with conventional stealth techniques the Infiltrator is able to sneak into enemy-controlled areas, where it begins gathering and recording data via [[Heat Sensor (Battle Armor)|passive heat sensor]], magnetic-anomaly detectors, and other equipment. Unfortunately this armor provides only enough protection to stop a single hit from a [[medium laser]].<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> + The centerpiece of the Infiltrator are its stealth and sensor systems. Clad in 500kg of [[Prototype Stealth]] armor, the Infiltrator mimics the capabilities of a combination ECM/IR [[Sneak Suit]] mounting radar, infrared, and acoustic-suppressing systems. Used in combination with conventional stealth techniques the Infiltrator is able to sneak into enemy-controlled areas, where it begins gathering and recording data via [[Heat Sensor (Battle Armor)|passive heat sensor]], magnetic-anomaly detectors, and other equipment. Unfortunately this armor provides only enough protection to stop a single hit from a [[Medium Laser]].<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> + *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone (Battle Armor)|Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> − − ==Notes== − * In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''Grenzgänger''' (''Frontier Runner''). − − − ==Gallery== − <gallery> − File:Infiltrator MkI BA LTMEG.png|Original ''Infiltrator'' Mk. I from ''[[LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]'' − Infiltrator Mk1 CA.png|''Infiltrator'' Mk. I from ''[[MechWarrior: Counterassault|MWDA CA]]'' dossiers − File:Infiltrator-FSS sourcebook.png|''Infiltrator'' Mk. I from ''[[1st_Somerset_Strikers_(sourcebook)|First Sommerset Strikers (sourcebook)]]'' − File:MWDA-CA019-Infiltrator Mk I Battle Armor.jpg|Infiltrator Mk I Battle Armor miniature from [[Miniatures - MechWarrior#MechWarrior: Counterassault|MechWarrior: Counterassault set]] − </gallery> ==References== ==References== Line 49:
Line 38: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]'' + *''[[Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]'' − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' Line 60:
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| Mass = 750 | | Mass = 750 | ||
| Top Speed = 21.6 | | Top Speed = 21.6 | ||
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| Armor Type = [[Prototype Stealth]] | | Armor Type = [[Prototype Stealth]] | ||
| BV (1.0) = 15 | | BV (1.0) = 15 | ||
| BV (2.0) = 18<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 13</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 18<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 13</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to | + | The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to retro-engineer the technology for battle suits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[Aerospace Fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 14-15</ref> |
As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> | As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> | ||
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==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The only weapon on the Infiltrator is a [[Grenade Launcher (Battle Armor)|Grenade Launcher]] carried in the left arm. Firing a burst of five [[grenade]]s at once, the launcher has limited offensive value against most combat units. The right arm ends in a [[Basic Manipulator]], however the Infiltrator is not set up for making anti-[['Mech]] attacks or being transported via [[OmniMech]]. While it can achieve a top speed of 21.6 km/h, the suit has an ungainly gait, likened to a "waddling toy robot", and hence its nickname.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> | + | The only weapon on the Infiltrator is a [[Grenade Launcher (Battle Armor)|Grenade Launcher]] carried in the left arm. Firing a burst of five [[grenade]]s at once, the launcher has limited offensive value against most combat units. The right arm ends in a [[Basic Manipulator]], however the Infiltrator is not set-up for making anti-[['Mech]] attacks or being transported via [[OmniMech]]. While it can achieve a top speed of 21.6 km/h, the suit has an ungainly gait, likened to a "waddling toy robot", and hence its nickname.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> |
| − | The centerpiece of the Infiltrator are its stealth and sensor systems. Clad in 500kg of [[Prototype Stealth]] armor, the Infiltrator mimics the capabilities of a combination ECM/IR [[Sneak Suit]] mounting radar, infrared, and acoustic-suppressing systems. Used in combination with conventional stealth techniques the Infiltrator is able to sneak into enemy-controlled areas, where it begins gathering and recording data via [[Heat Sensor (Battle Armor)|passive heat sensor]], magnetic-anomaly detectors, and other equipment. Unfortunately this armor provides only enough protection to stop a single hit from a [[ | + | The centerpiece of the Infiltrator are its stealth and sensor systems. Clad in 500kg of [[Prototype Stealth]] armor, the Infiltrator mimics the capabilities of a combination ECM/IR [[Sneak Suit]] mounting radar, infrared, and acoustic-suppressing systems. Used in combination with conventional stealth techniques the Infiltrator is able to sneak into enemy-controlled areas, where it begins gathering and recording data via [[Heat Sensor (Battle Armor)|passive heat sensor]], magnetic-anomaly detectors, and other equipment. Unfortunately this armor provides only enough protection to stop a single hit from a [[Medium Laser]].<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref | + | *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone (Battle Armor)|Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> |
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]'' | + | *''[[Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' |
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