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==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | Based on advanced technology that the [[Hegemony Armed Forces]] (HAF) had been developing for decades under Director-General [[Jacob Cameron]], the ''Mackie'' was the ultimate manifestation of Hegemony military might. | + | Developed by the [[Terran Hegemony]] in the 25th century, the '''''Mackie''''' was the first true [[BattleMech]]. Based on advanced technology that the [[Hegemony Armed Forces]] (HAF) had been developing for decades under Director-General [[Jacob Cameron]], the ''Mackie'' was the ultimate manifestation of Hegemony military might. The ''Mackie''’s first combat trial was on February 5, [[2439]]. The pilot, Colonel [[Charles Kincaid]], utterly obliterated his test targets, four remote-control [[Merkava]] heavy tanks. |
| − | + | When the ''Mackie'' was first built, it epitomized the Terran Hegemony's technological advantage over the great houses. It was the pinnacle of military technology until [[2455]], when the plans were stolen by agents of the [[Lyran Commonwealth]]. Still, the ''Mackie'' had such symbolic importance to the Terran Hegemony that it remained in production until the start of the [[Amaris Civil War]], although it has not been built since then. | |
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | + | At the time the ''Mackie'' was designed, its technology was largely unproven, and its systems were not as efficient as those on modern BattleMechs. It carries a Hermes 360 [[fusion engine]], allowing it to reach a top speed of 54.0 km/h. The 'Mech also has a heavier than normal cockpit, at five tons. In total, the ''Mackie'' has 20 tons of armor protection, which is as much armor as the entire mass of some modern light 'Mechs. To keep the ''Mackie'' cool, it uses fifteen [[heat sink]]s. | |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Mackie'' carries what were considered top of the line weapons for its | + | The ''Mackie'' carries what were considered top-of-the-line weapons for its era. The primary weapons on the 'Mech are a [[PPC]] and an [[Autocannon/10]] that both have similar range and damage profiles. For close combat, the ''Mackie'' has two [[Medium Laser]]s. The weapons systems employed on the ''Mackie'' are similar to their modern counterparts, though their exact designations and model names have been lost to time. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * MSK-5S - The initial prototype ''Mackie'' was designated the MSK-5S and carried a slightly different weapons load than the production model MSK-6S. Using an [[Autocannon/5]] in the right arm instead of the AC/10, the MSK-5S also mounted a [[Large Laser]] in the center torso rather than the twin Medium Lasers and had two more heat sinks, but all other systems were identical to those seen on the MSK-6S. The MSK-5S was used by Colonel Kincaid in his now-famous combat trial versus the Merkava tanks. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,436<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 190</ref> | + | * MSK-5S - The initial prototype ''Mackie'' was designated the MSK-5S, and carried a slightly different weapons load than the production model MSK-6S. Using an [[Autocannon/5]] in the right arm instead of the AC/10, the MSK-5S also mounted a [[Large Laser]] in the center torso, rather than the twin Medium Lasers, and had two more heat sinks, but all other systems were identical to those seen on the MSK-6S. The MSK-5S was used by Colonel Kincaid in his now-famous combat trial versus the Merkava tanks. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,436<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 190</ref> |
* MSK-7A - Multiple variants emerged from factories with a "MSK-7#" designation. Dating to the late 2400s, these variants utilized powerful autocannons and energy weapons.<ref name=TRO75186>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 186</ref> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = ?? | * MSK-7A - Multiple variants emerged from factories with a "MSK-7#" designation. Dating to the late 2400s, these variants utilized powerful autocannons and energy weapons.<ref name=TRO75186>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 186</ref> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = ?? | ||
| − | * MSK-8B - This catchall series of ''Mackies'' was used to designate 6S's retrofitted with a wide variety of more modern components.<ref name=TRO75186 /> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 2,019<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 192</ref> | + | * MSK-8B - This catchall series of ''Mackies'' was used to designate -6S's retrofitted with a wide variety of more modern components.<ref name=TRO75186 /> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 2,019<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 192</ref> |
| − | * MSK-9H - Though most nations got rid of their cloned ''Mackies'' in favor of their own 'Mechs, the Hegemony was proud of their achievement. Moreover, many Hegemony militia units made extensive use of the first BattleMech, resulting in a continuous production of the first BattleMech right up until the Amaris Coup. Many of the various militia upgrades coalesced into the 9H, helped by the fact that Skobel continued to produce small quantities of this design. It mounts two Donal PPCs and an Imperator [[Autocannon/20]], backed up by the pair of Starflash Medium Lasers. Nineteen tons of armor gave it full protection, allowing the 9Hs longevity. Nonetheless, [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] could only locate around 100 of the 'Mechs to take with him. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 2,022<ref name= TRO75186 /> | + | * MSK-9H - Though most nations got rid of their cloned ''Mackies'' in favor of their own 'Mechs, the Hegemony was proud of their achievement. Moreover, many Hegemony militia units made extensive use of the first BattleMech, resulting in a continuous production of the first BattleMech right up until the Amaris Coup. Many of the various militia upgrades coalesced into the -9H, helped by the fact that Skobel continued to produce small quantities of this design. It mounts two Donal PPCs and an Imperator [[Autocannon/20]], backed up by the pair of Starflash Medium Lasers. Nineteen tons of armor gave it full protection, allowing the 9Hs longevity. Nonetheless, [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] could only locate around 100 of the 'Mechs to take with him on the [[Exodus]] of the SLDF. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 2,022<ref name= TRO75186 /> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 15:08, 19 August 2010
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| Mackie | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Skobel MechWorks |
| Model | MSK-6S |
| Class | Assault |
| Cost | 8,654,000 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 100 tons |
| Chassis | Ford Super H QWA3X |
| Armor | Standard |
| Engine | Hermes 360 |
| Speed | 54.0 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,180 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,461[1] |
History
Developed by the Terran Hegemony in the 25th century, the Mackie was the first true BattleMech. Based on advanced technology that the Hegemony Armed Forces (HAF) had been developing for decades under Director-General Jacob Cameron, the Mackie was the ultimate manifestation of Hegemony military might. The Mackie’s first combat trial was on February 5, 2439. The pilot, Colonel Charles Kincaid, utterly obliterated his test targets, four remote-control Merkava heavy tanks.
When the Mackie was first built, it epitomized the Terran Hegemony's technological advantage over the great houses. It was the pinnacle of military technology until 2455, when the plans were stolen by agents of the Lyran Commonwealth. Still, the Mackie had such symbolic importance to the Terran Hegemony that it remained in production until the start of the Amaris Civil War, although it has not been built since then.
Description
At the time the Mackie was designed, its technology was largely unproven, and its systems were not as efficient as those on modern BattleMechs. It carries a Hermes 360 fusion engine, allowing it to reach a top speed of 54.0 km/h. The 'Mech also has a heavier than normal cockpit, at five tons. In total, the Mackie has 20 tons of armor protection, which is as much armor as the entire mass of some modern light 'Mechs. To keep the Mackie cool, it uses fifteen heat sinks.
Armament
The Mackie carries what were considered top-of-the-line weapons for its era. The primary weapons on the 'Mech are a PPC and an Autocannon/10 that both have similar range and damage profiles. For close combat, the Mackie has two Medium Lasers. The weapons systems employed on the Mackie are similar to their modern counterparts, though their exact designations and model names have been lost to time.
Variants
- MSK-5S - The initial prototype Mackie was designated the MSK-5S, and carried a slightly different weapons load than the production model MSK-6S. Using an Autocannon/5 in the right arm instead of the AC/10, the MSK-5S also mounted a Large Laser in the center torso, rather than the twin Medium Lasers, and had two more heat sinks, but all other systems were identical to those seen on the MSK-6S. The MSK-5S was used by Colonel Kincaid in his now-famous combat trial versus the Merkava tanks. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,436[2]
- MSK-7A - Multiple variants emerged from factories with a "MSK-7#" designation. Dating to the late 2400s, these variants utilized powerful autocannons and energy weapons.[3] BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = ??
- MSK-8B - This catchall series of Mackies was used to designate -6S's retrofitted with a wide variety of more modern components.[3] BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 2,019[4]
- MSK-9H - Though most nations got rid of their cloned Mackies in favor of their own 'Mechs, the Hegemony was proud of their achievement. Moreover, many Hegemony militia units made extensive use of the first BattleMech, resulting in a continuous production of the first BattleMech right up until the Amaris Coup. Many of the various militia upgrades coalesced into the -9H, helped by the fact that Skobel continued to produce small quantities of this design. It mounts two Donal PPCs and an Imperator Autocannon/20, backed up by the pair of Starflash Medium Lasers. Nineteen tons of armor gave it full protection, allowing the 9Hs longevity. Nonetheless, Aleksandr Kerensky could only locate around 100 of the 'Mechs to take with him on the Exodus of the SLDF. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 2,022[3]
References
- The Star League, p. 31
Bibliography
- Master Unit List.pdf
- Record Sheets: 3055/3058
- Technical Readout: 3058
- Technical Readout: 3075
- Record Sheets: 3075
- Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged
- The Star League
- "Birth of the King" Scenario (published via BattleCorps.com, 16 May 2005)