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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The '''''Marauder''''' was first built in the 2600s as an attack and direct fire support [['Mech]]. The ''Marauder'' is one of the most well-known 'Mechs in existence and was built to usher in a new generation of [[BattleMech]]s. Unfortunately, with the fall of the [[Star League]], the new generation of 'Mechs the ''Marauder'' was to herald never came to be. On its own merits the ''Marauder'' is a devastatingly powerful 'Mech. The ''Marauder'' has powerful offensive capabilities and a top speed of 64.8 kph.
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The '''''Marauder''''' was first built in the 2600s as an attack and direct fire support [['Mech]]. The ''Marauder'' is one of the most well-known 'Mechs in existence and was built to usher in a new generation of [[BattleMech]]s. Unfortunately, with the fall of the [[Star League]], the new generation of 'Mechs the ''Marauder'' was to herald never came to be. On its own merits the ''Marauder'' is a devastatingly powerful 'Mech. The ''Marauder'' has powerful offensive capabilities and a top speed of 64.8 km/h.
  
 
The design does have a couple of drawbacks; the armor protection of only eleven and a half tons is lower than most 'Mechs in the heavy weight class, particularly in the legs.  The 'Mech can also run hot if the pilot overtaxes the heat sinks.
 
The design does have a couple of drawbacks; the armor protection of only eleven and a half tons is lower than most 'Mechs in the heavy weight class, particularly in the legs.  The 'Mech can also run hot if the pilot overtaxes the heat sinks.
  
 
==Armament==
 
==Armament==
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The ''Marauder''s weapons and damage profile depends on the long-range capabilities of its two Magna Hellstar [[PPC]]s and GM Whirlwind [[Autocannon/5]]. These three weapons all have similar range profiles that allow the ''Marauder'' use all three of them to their maximum effect at long ranges. At close ranges, the ''Marauder'' relies on its two Magna Mk II [[Medium Laser]]s which provide adequate defense against other 'Mechs.
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The ''Marauder's'' weapons and damage profile depends on the long-range capabilities of its two Magna Hellstar [[PPC]]s and the GM Whirlwind [[Autocannon/5]]. These three weapons all have similar range profiles that allow the ''Marauder'' use all three of them to their maximum effect at long ranges. At close ranges, the ''Marauder'' relies on its two Magna Mk II [[Medium Laser]]s which provide adequate defense against other 'Mechs.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 205</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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* MAD-1R - The version of the ''Marauder'' used by the Royal brigades of the [[SLDF]] utilized [[CASE]] to protect the autocannon ammunition and eleven tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor.<ref name=TRO3075>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pg. 169</ref>
  
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* MAD-3D - The 3D ''Marauder'' is a modification of the 'Mech that removes its ammunition dependency. In order to do this, the 3D removes the Autocannon/5 and replaces it with a [[Large Laser]]. The saved weight is used to add four [[heat sink]]s to the 'Mech to handle the added heat burden from the [[Large Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 1,136, BV (2.0) = 1,470
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* MAD-2R - This upgrade of the 1R eventually replaced it. The PPCs were upgraded to [[ER PPC]]s, resulting in the upgrade to [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRO3075 />
  
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* MAD-3L - An attempt to make the ''Marauder'' more heat efficient, the 3L model replaces one of the arm mounted PPCs with a Large Laser. Additionally, two more heat sinks have been added to further increase the ''Marauder''s heat efficiency. BV (1.0) = 1,098, BV (2.0) = 1,369
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* MAD-3D - The 3D ''Marauder'' is a modification of the 'Mech that removes its ammunition dependency. In order to do this, the 3D removes the Autocannon/5 and replaces it with a [[Large Laser]]. The saved weight is used to add four [[heat sink]]s to the 'Mech to handle the added heat burden from the Large Laser.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 202</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,136,<ref name=COFS>''Combat Operations'', pg. 127</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,470
  
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* MAD-3M - Because of the abundance of Large Lasers in the [[Free Worlds League]], the 3M model carries Large Lasers in place of the PPCs. The Large Lasers are both cooler running and cause slightly less damage than the PPCs that they replace. Finally, the 3M adds four heat sinks, making the 'Mech much more manageable for pilots who have trouble managing the heat on their 'Mechs. BV (1.0) = 1,105, BV (2.0) = 1,335
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* MAD-3L - An attempt to make the ''Marauder'' more heat efficient, the 3L model replaces one of the arm mounted PPCs with a Large Laser. Additionally, two more heat sinks have been added to further increase the ''Marauder's'' heat efficiency.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 203</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,098,<ref name=COCC>''Combat Operations'', pg. 122</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,369
  
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* MAD-5D - The 5D ''Marauder'' is an upgrade of the 3D model. The 'Mechs engine has been upgraded to an [[XL Engine]] to save weight, and the entire weapons payload has been stripped and upgraded. The 5Ds primary weapons are two [[ER PPC]]s, which increase the PPCs range. The Large Laser has been replaced with a [[Large Pulse Laser]], and the Medium Lasers have been replaced with two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. A [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher has also been added to the 'Mech for more close range protection and the 'Mech is protected by fourteen tons of armor. The 5D has a jumping capability of up to 120 meters. BV (1.0) = 1,504, BV (2.0) = 1,787
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* MAD-3M - Because of the abundance of Large Lasers in the [[Free Worlds League]], the 3M model carries Large Lasers in place of the PPCs. The Large Lasers are both cooler running and cause slightly less damage than the PPCs that they replace. Finally, the 3M adds four heat sinks, making the 'Mech much more manageable for pilots who have trouble managing the heat on their 'Mechs.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 204</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,105,<ref name=COFWL>''Combat Operations'', pg. 130</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,335
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* MAD-5D - The 5D ''Marauder'' is an upgrade of the 3D model. The 'Mech's engine has been upgraded to an [[XL Engine]] to save weight, and the entire weapons payload has been stripped out and upgraded. The 5Ds primary weapons are two ER PPCs, which increase the PPCs range. The Large Laser has been replaced with a [[Large Pulse Laser]], and the Medium Lasers have been replaced with two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. A [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher has also been added to the 'Mech for more close range protection. It is protected by fourteen tons of armor. The 5D has a jumping capability of up to 120 meters.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 206</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,504,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,787
  
 
[[Image:Mad-5l marauder.jpg|left|thumb|MAD-5L ''Marauder'']]
 
[[Image:Mad-5l marauder.jpg|left|thumb|MAD-5L ''Marauder'']]
  
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* MAD-5L - The 5L variant of the 'Mech removes the entire weapons payload of the 'Mech and upgrades its weapons, armor, and heat sinks. The 'Mech is armored with fourteen tons of [[Stealth Armor]] with a Guardian [[ECM Suite]]. The 'Mech carries as its primary weapon two [[ER Large Laser]]s. These are backed up by a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. Finally, in place of the autocannon, the 5L carries an [[ER PPC]]. The heat from the ''Marauder''s all energy arsenal is handled by eighteen [[double heat sink]]s. Additionally, the 5L is built using [[Triple Strength Myomer]], allowing the 'Mech to run at speeds of up to 86 kph when it is operating in its optimum heat range. BV (1.0) = 1,614, BV (2.0) = 2,187
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* MAD-5L - The 5L variant of the 'Mech removes the entire weapons payload of the 'Mech and upgrades its weapons, armor, and heat sinks. The 'Mech is armored with fourteen tons of [[Stealth Armor]] with a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. The 'Mech carries two [[ER Large Laser]]s. These are backed up by a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. Finally, in place of the autocannon, the 5L carries an [[ER PPC]]. The heat from the 5L's all-energy arsenal is handled by eighteen [[double heat sink]]s. Additionally, the 5L is built using [[Triple Strength Myomer]], allowing the 'Mech to run at speeds of up to 86 km/h when it is operating in its optimum heat range.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 207</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', pg. 37</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,614,<ref name=COCC /> BV (2.0) = 2,187
  
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* MAD-5M - The 5M variant of the ''Marauder'' replaces the fusion engine with an [[XL Engine]] and completely re-arms the 'Mech with recovered [[Star League]] era weapons. The primary weapons are two [[Large Pulse Laser]]s which are backed up by two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. Finally, in place of the [[Autocannon/5]], the 5M carries an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]. The 5M has a jumping distance of up to one hundred and twenty meters. BV (1.0) = 1,391, BV (2.0) = 1,471
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* MAD-5M - The 5M variant of the ''Marauder'' replaces the fusion engine with an [[XL Engine]] and completely re-arms the 'Mech with recovered [[Star League]]-era weapons. The primary weapons are two [[Large Pulse Laser]]s, which are backed up by two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. Finally, in place of the Autocannon/5, the 5M carries an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]. The 5M has a jumping distance of up to one hundred and twenty meters.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 208</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,391,<ref name=COFWL /> BV (2.0) = 1,471
  
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* MAD-5R - The ''Marauder'' 5R is an upgrade of the 3R model. The 'Mech has an [[XL Engine]] to save weight and has had its heat sinks upgraded to double heat sinks. The PPCs are replaced with two ER PPCs and the Autocannon/5 has been upgraded to a [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]. The two Medium Lasers have been retained on the design. Also, for added protection, the 5R has fourteen tons of armor and a Guardian [[ECM Suite]]. The 'Mech also carries a [[C3 Slave]] unit that allows the 'Mech to transmit targeting data to its lance mates. BV (1.0) = 1,548, BV (2.0) = 1,877
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* MAD-5R - The ''Marauder'' 5R is an upgrade of the 3R model. The 'Mech has an [[XL Engine]] to save weight and has had its heat sinks upgraded to double heat sinks. The PPCs are replaced with two ER PPCs and the Autocannon/5 has been upgraded to a [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]. The two Medium Lasers have been retained on the design. Also, for added protection, the 5R has fourteen tons of armor and a Guardian ECM Suite. The 'Mech also carries a [[C3 Slave]] unit that allows the 'Mech to transmit targeting data to its lance mates.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 209</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,548 (C3: 279),<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,877
  
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* MAD-5S - The 5S variant of the ''Marauder'' is built around an XL Engine and upgrades the heat sinks to double heat sinks. The saved weight has been used to upgrade the two PPCs to two ER PPCs. The Medium Lasers have been upgraded to Medium Pulse Lasers and the Autocannon/5 has been replaced with a [[Gauss Rifle]]. BV (1.0) = 1,466, BV (2.0) = 1,799
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* MAD-5S - The 5S variant of the ''Marauder'' dates to the [[Clan Invasion]]. It is built around an XL Engine and upgrades the heat sinks to double heat sinks. The saved weight has been used to upgrade the two PPCs to two ER PPCs. The Medium Lasers have been upgraded to Medium Pulse Lasers and the Autocannon/5 has been replaced with a [[Gauss Rifle]].<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 210</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,466,<ref name=COFS /><ref name=COLA>''Combat Operations'', pg. 132</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,799
  
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* MAD-5T - The 5T variant of the ''Marauder'' uses elements of both the 5M and the 5R models. The 5T is built around an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and an XL Engine. The 'Mech carries as its primary weapons two Large Pulse Lasers backed up by two Medium Pulse Lasers and finally a Rotary Autocannon/5 in the torso mount. The weapons are all linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] making the 5T incredibly accurate. Finally, the 5T is protected by fourteen tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,390, BV (2.0) = 1,750
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* MAD-5T - The 5T variant of the ''Marauder'' uses elements of both the 5M and the 5R models. The 5T is built around an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and an XL Engine. The 'Mech carries, as its primary weapons, two Large Pulse Lasers backed up by two Medium Pulse Lasers and a Rotary Autocannon/5 in the torso mount. The weapons are all linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], making the 5T incredibly accurate. Finally, the 5T is protected by fourteen tons of armor.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 211</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,390,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,750
  
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* MAD-6L - This upgrade of the 5L, the 6L replaces the lasers with a pair of [[Plasma Rifle]]s. The cannon in downgraded to a standard [[PPC]]. The [[Stealth Armor]] and attendant [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and [[Triple Strength Myomer]]s are retained, though three less [[double heat sink]]s are used. BV (2.0) = ???
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* MAD-6L - An upgrade of the 5L, the 6L replaces the lasers with a pair of Ceres Arms Crusher [[Plasma Rifle]]s. The cannon in downgraded to a standard Hellstar PPC. The Stealth Armor and attendant Guardian ECM Suite and Triple Strength Myomers are retained, though three less double heat sinks are used.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 212</ref><ref name=BC />
  
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* MAD-7D - Another [[Davion]] upgrade of the ''Marauder'', the 7D is built with an XL engine to save weight. The 'Mech is armed with two [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[ER Medium Laser]]s as well as a [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]. These are all linked to a [[Targeting Computer]] making the 7D extremely accurate. The 'Mech also carries an [[ECM Suite]] for protection against electronic warfare equipment and is armored with fourteen tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,582, BV (2.0) = 1,986
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* MAD-7D - Another [[Davion]] upgrade of the ''Marauder'', the 7D is built with an XL engine to save weight. The 'Mech is armed with two ER Large Lasers and two ER Medium Lasers, as well as a Rotary Autocannon/5. These are all linked to a [[Targeting Computer]], making the 7D extremely accurate. The 'Mech also carries an ECM Suite for protection against electronic warfare equipment and is armored with fourteen tons of armor.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 213</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,582,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,986
  
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* MAD-9M - A departure from the standard ''Marauder'' design philosophy, the 9M is built using an XL engine and twelve and a half tons of Valiant Chainmail [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The 'Mech carries as its primary weapons four ER Large Lasers for long-range combat. In the event that the 'Mech closes, it has two Guided Technologies 2nd Generation [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers. The 9M also carries [[TAG]] to designate targets for [[Arrow IV]] artillery strikes and an [[ECM Suite]] for protection against electronic warfare systems. BV (1.0) = 1,383, BV (2.0) = 1,704
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* MAD-9M - A departure from the standard ''Marauder'' design philosophy, the 9M is built using an XL engine and twelve and a half tons of Valiant Chainmail [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The 'Mech carries, as its primary weapons, four ER Large Lasers for long-range combat. In the event that the 'Mech closes, it has two Guided Technologies 2nd Generation [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers. The 9M also carries [[TAG]] to designate targets for [[Arrow IV]] artillery strikes and an ECM Suite for protection against electronic warfare systems.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 214</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,383,<ref name=COFWL /> BV (2.0) = 1,704
  
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* MAD-9M2 - This upgrade of the 9M replaces the lasers with a pair of Magna Supernova [[Heavy PPC]]s. BV (2.0) = ???
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* MAD-9M2 - This upgrade of the 9M replaces the lasers with a pair of Magna Supernova [[Heavy PPC]]s.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 215</ref><ref name=BC>"New Death from IrTech"</ref>
  
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* MAD-9S - The 9S ''Marauder'' is built with a [[Light Fusion Engine]] and an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to save weight. The 9S also uses double heat sinks to handle its heat intensive weapons payload. The 9S carries two ER PPCs as its primary weapons as well as an LB-X Autocannon/10 for long-range combat. For close ranges, the 9S is equipped with two ER Medium Lasers and a [[Flamer]]. The 9S is also equipped with exceptional electronic systems including an [[ECM Suite]] and a Beagle [[Active Probe]]. BV (1.0) = 1,403, BV (2.0) = 1,785
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* MAD-9S - The 9S ''Marauder'' is built with a [[Light Fusion Engine]] and an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to save weight. The 9S also uses double heat sinks to handle its heat intensive weapons payload. The 9S carries two ER PPCs as its primary weapons as well as an LB-X Autocannon/10 for long-range combat. For close ranges, the 9S is equipped with two ER Medium Lasers and a [[Flamer]]. The 9S is also equipped with exceptional electronic systems including an ECM Suite and a [[Beagle Active Probe]].<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', pg. 216</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,403,<ref name=COLA /> BV (2.0) = 1,785
  
 
* [[Marauder IIC]] - One of the [['Mech]]s the [[SLDF]] took with them when they left the [[Inner Sphere]] was the venerable ''Marauder''. Their descendants the [[Clan]]s redesigned it into an 85-ton variant that mounts three [[ER PPC]]s, a pair of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] and four [[ER Small Lasers]]. BV (1.0) = 2,217, BV (2.0) = 2,683
 
* [[Marauder IIC]] - One of the [['Mech]]s the [[SLDF]] took with them when they left the [[Inner Sphere]] was the venerable ''Marauder''. Their descendants the [[Clan]]s redesigned it into an 85-ton variant that mounts three [[ER PPC]]s, a pair of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] and four [[ER Small Lasers]]. BV (1.0) = 2,217, BV (2.0) = 2,683
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==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==
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[[Grayson Carlyle]] piloted a Marauder he acquired in battle handing his [[Shadow Hawk]] to his wife [[Lori Kalmar]]. Grayson would later upgrade to a [[Victor]] later in his career.
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[[Grayson Carlyle]] piloted a Marauder he acquired in battle, handing his ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' off to his wife, [[Lori Kalmar]]. Grayson would upgrade to a ''[[Victor]]'' later in his career.
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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*[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=329 MAD-9M2 ''Marauder'' Technical Readout]
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*[[Combat Operations]]
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*[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=329 New Death from IrTech]
 
*[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]
 
*[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]
 
*[[Record Sheets: 3050]]
 
*[[Record Sheets: 3050]]
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*[[Technical Readout: 3039]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3039]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3050]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3050]]
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*[[Technical Readout: 3075]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]
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==Notes==
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Revision as of 11:48, 2 November 2008

Marauder
Marauder
Production information
Manufacturer General Motors
Model MAD-3R
Class Heavy
Technical specifications
Mass 75 tons
Chassis GM Marauder
Armor Valiant Lamellor
Engine Vlar 300
Speed 64.8 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,089[1]
BV (2.0) 1,363


Description

The Marauder was first built in the 2600s as an attack and direct fire support 'Mech. The Marauder is one of the most well-known 'Mechs in existence and was built to usher in a new generation of BattleMechs. Unfortunately, with the fall of the Star League, the new generation of 'Mechs the Marauder was to herald never came to be. On its own merits the Marauder is a devastatingly powerful 'Mech. The Marauder has powerful offensive capabilities and a top speed of 64.8 km/h.

The design does have a couple of drawbacks; the armor protection of only eleven and a half tons is lower than most 'Mechs in the heavy weight class, particularly in the legs. The 'Mech can also run hot if the pilot overtaxes the heat sinks.

Armament

The Marauder's weapons and damage profile depends on the long-range capabilities of its two Magna Hellstar PPCs and the GM Whirlwind Autocannon/5. These three weapons all have similar range profiles that allow the Marauder use all three of them to their maximum effect at long ranges. At close ranges, the Marauder relies on its two Magna Mk II Medium Lasers which provide adequate defense against other 'Mechs.[2]

Variants

  • MAD-1R - The version of the Marauder used by the Royal brigades of the SLDF utilized CASE to protect the autocannon ammunition and eleven tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor.[3]
  • MAD-2R - This upgrade of the 1R eventually replaced it. The PPCs were upgraded to ER PPCs, resulting in the upgrade to double heat sinks.[3]
  • MAD-3D - The 3D Marauder is a modification of the 'Mech that removes its ammunition dependency. In order to do this, the 3D removes the Autocannon/5 and replaces it with a Large Laser. The saved weight is used to add four heat sinks to the 'Mech to handle the added heat burden from the Large Laser.[4] BV (1.0) = 1,136,[5] BV (2.0) = 1,470
  • MAD-3L - An attempt to make the Marauder more heat efficient, the 3L model replaces one of the arm mounted PPCs with a Large Laser. Additionally, two more heat sinks have been added to further increase the Marauder's heat efficiency.[6] BV (1.0) = 1,098,[7] BV (2.0) = 1,369
  • MAD-3M - Because of the abundance of Large Lasers in the Free Worlds League, the 3M model carries Large Lasers in place of the PPCs. The Large Lasers are both cooler running and cause slightly less damage than the PPCs that they replace. Finally, the 3M adds four heat sinks, making the 'Mech much more manageable for pilots who have trouble managing the heat on their 'Mechs.[8] BV (1.0) = 1,105,[9] BV (2.0) = 1,335
  • MAD-5D - The 5D Marauder is an upgrade of the 3D model. The 'Mech's engine has been upgraded to an XL Engine to save weight, and the entire weapons payload has been stripped out and upgraded. The 5Ds primary weapons are two ER PPCs, which increase the PPCs range. The Large Laser has been replaced with a Large Pulse Laser, and the Medium Lasers have been replaced with two Medium Pulse Lasers. A Streak SRM-2 launcher has also been added to the 'Mech for more close range protection. It is protected by fourteen tons of armor. The 5D has a jumping capability of up to 120 meters.[10] BV (1.0) = 1,504,[5] BV (2.0) = 1,787
MAD-5L Marauder
  • MAD-5L - The 5L variant of the 'Mech removes the entire weapons payload of the 'Mech and upgrades its weapons, armor, and heat sinks. The 'Mech is armored with fourteen tons of Stealth Armor with a Guardian ECM Suite. The 'Mech carries two ER Large Lasers. These are backed up by a pair of ER Medium Lasers. Finally, in place of the autocannon, the 5L carries an ER PPC. The heat from the 5L's all-energy arsenal is handled by eighteen double heat sinks. Additionally, the 5L is built using Triple Strength Myomer, allowing the 'Mech to run at speeds of up to 86 km/h when it is operating in its optimum heat range.[11][12] BV (1.0) = 1,614,[7] BV (2.0) = 2,187
  • MAD-5M - The 5M variant of the Marauder replaces the fusion engine with an XL Engine and completely re-arms the 'Mech with recovered Star League-era weapons. The primary weapons are two Large Pulse Lasers, which are backed up by two Medium Pulse Lasers. Finally, in place of the Autocannon/5, the 5M carries an LB-X Autocannon/10. The 5M has a jumping distance of up to one hundred and twenty meters.[13] BV (1.0) = 1,391,[9] BV (2.0) = 1,471
  • MAD-5R - The Marauder 5R is an upgrade of the 3R model. The 'Mech has an XL Engine to save weight and has had its heat sinks upgraded to double heat sinks. The PPCs are replaced with two ER PPCs and the Autocannon/5 has been upgraded to a Rotary Autocannon/5. The two Medium Lasers have been retained on the design. Also, for added protection, the 5R has fourteen tons of armor and a Guardian ECM Suite. The 'Mech also carries a C3 Slave unit that allows the 'Mech to transmit targeting data to its lance mates.[14] BV (1.0) = 1,548 (C3: 279),[5] BV (2.0) = 1,877
  • MAD-5S - The 5S variant of the Marauder dates to the Clan Invasion. It is built around an XL Engine and upgrades the heat sinks to double heat sinks. The saved weight has been used to upgrade the two PPCs to two ER PPCs. The Medium Lasers have been upgraded to Medium Pulse Lasers and the Autocannon/5 has been replaced with a Gauss Rifle.[15] BV (1.0) = 1,466,[5][16] BV (2.0) = 1,799
  • MAD-5T - The 5T variant of the Marauder uses elements of both the 5M and the 5R models. The 5T is built around an Endo Steel chassis and an XL Engine. The 'Mech carries, as its primary weapons, two Large Pulse Lasers backed up by two Medium Pulse Lasers and a Rotary Autocannon/5 in the torso mount. The weapons are all linked to an advanced Targeting Computer, making the 5T incredibly accurate. Finally, the 5T is protected by fourteen tons of armor.[17] BV (1.0) = 1,390,[5] BV (2.0) = 1,750
  • MAD-6L - An upgrade of the 5L, the 6L replaces the lasers with a pair of Ceres Arms Crusher Plasma Rifles. The cannon in downgraded to a standard Hellstar PPC. The Stealth Armor and attendant Guardian ECM Suite and Triple Strength Myomers are retained, though three less double heat sinks are used.[18][19]
  • MAD-7D - Another Davion upgrade of the Marauder, the 7D is built with an XL engine to save weight. The 'Mech is armed with two ER Large Lasers and two ER Medium Lasers, as well as a Rotary Autocannon/5. These are all linked to a Targeting Computer, making the 7D extremely accurate. The 'Mech also carries an ECM Suite for protection against electronic warfare equipment and is armored with fourteen tons of armor.[20] BV (1.0) = 1,582,[5] BV (2.0) = 1,986
  • MAD-9M - A departure from the standard Marauder design philosophy, the 9M is built using an XL engine and twelve and a half tons of Valiant Chainmail Ferro-Fibrous armor. The 'Mech carries, as its primary weapons, four ER Large Lasers for long-range combat. In the event that the 'Mech closes, it has two Guided Technologies 2nd Generation Streak SRM-6 launchers. The 9M also carries TAG to designate targets for Arrow IV artillery strikes and an ECM Suite for protection against electronic warfare systems.[21] BV (1.0) = 1,383,[9] BV (2.0) = 1,704
  • MAD-9M2 - This upgrade of the 9M replaces the lasers with a pair of Magna Supernova Heavy PPCs.[22][19]
  • MAD-9S - The 9S Marauder is built with a Light Fusion Engine and an Endo Steel chassis to save weight. The 9S also uses double heat sinks to handle its heat intensive weapons payload. The 9S carries two ER PPCs as its primary weapons as well as an LB-X Autocannon/10 for long-range combat. For close ranges, the 9S is equipped with two ER Medium Lasers and a Flamer. The 9S is also equipped with exceptional electronic systems including an ECM Suite and a Beagle Active Probe.[23] BV (1.0) = 1,403,[16] BV (2.0) = 1,785

Notable Pilots

Grayson Carlyle piloted a Marauder he acquired in battle, handing his Shadow Hawk off to his wife, Lori Kalmar. Grayson would upgrade to a Victor later in his career.

References

Notes

  1. ↑ Combat Operations, pg. 121
  2. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 205
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Technical Readout: 3075, pg. 169
  4. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 202
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 Combat Operations, pg. 127
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 203
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Combat Operations, pg. 122
  8. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 204
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 Combat Operations, pg. 130
  10. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 206
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 207
  12. ↑ Technical Readout: Project Phoenix, pg. 37
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 208
  14. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 209
  15. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 210
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 Combat Operations, pg. 132
  17. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 211
  18. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 212
  19. ↑ 19.0 19.1 "New Death from IrTech"
  20. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 213
  21. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 214
  22. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 215
  23. ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, pg. 216

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