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| name = Maxim Mk II | | name = Maxim Mk II | ||
| − | | manufacturer = [[Cyclops Incorporated ]]<ref name="TRO:3085p28+"/> | + | | manufacturer = |
| + | [[Cyclops Incorporated ]]<ref name="TRO:3085p28+"/> | ||
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| + | [[Scarborough Manufacturers]]<ref name="TRO:3085p28+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 28-29, "Maxim Mk II Transport"</ref> | ||
| production year=3083 | | production year=3083 | ||
| year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2129/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2129/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
The '''Maxim Mark II transport''' is produced by Cyclops Inc. of [[Skye]] and [[Scarborough Manufacturers]]. The vehicle was intended as an upgrade from the original [[Maxim]] hover transport. Though Cyclops wanted to build on the long history of the original Maxim and continue to use heavy weapons, Scarborough’s engineers pointed out that by carrying fewer weapons the crew would naturally withdraw from the battlefield before getting into overly dangerous situations. This would keep the Maxim Mk. II in service for a longer time, allowing the Republic Armed Forces to spend more money on [[battle armor]] and other equipment.<ref name="TRO:3085p28+"/> | The '''Maxim Mark II transport''' is produced by Cyclops Inc. of [[Skye]] and [[Scarborough Manufacturers]]. The vehicle was intended as an upgrade from the original [[Maxim]] hover transport. Though Cyclops wanted to build on the long history of the original Maxim and continue to use heavy weapons, Scarborough’s engineers pointed out that by carrying fewer weapons the crew would naturally withdraw from the battlefield before getting into overly dangerous situations. This would keep the Maxim Mk. II in service for a longer time, allowing the Republic Armed Forces to spend more money on [[battle armor]] and other equipment.<ref name="TRO:3085p28+"/> | ||
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== Weapons and Equipment == | == Weapons and Equipment == | ||
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== Variants == | == Variants == | ||
*;Infantry Support : Developed by Cyclops Inc. in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref name="MUL2"/>, this version can be found in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]]. Reducing the infantry bay by 50% allowed engineers to install a pair of [[Light PPC]]s and [[Machine Gun]]s in the enlarged turret. This allows the "Shiloh" (a nickname from the troops it supports) to provide heavier fire support against armored targets and conventional infantry.<ref name="TRO:3085p28+"/> BV (2.0) = 828<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 31</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2128/maxim-mk-ii-transport-infantry-support-shiloh/ MUL online data for the Maxim Mk II Transport (Infantry Support) "Shiloh" variant]''</ref> | *;Infantry Support : Developed by Cyclops Inc. in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref name="MUL2"/>, this version can be found in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]]. Reducing the infantry bay by 50% allowed engineers to install a pair of [[Light PPC]]s and [[Machine Gun]]s in the enlarged turret. This allows the "Shiloh" (a nickname from the troops it supports) to provide heavier fire support against armored targets and conventional infantry.<ref name="TRO:3085p28+"/> BV (2.0) = 828<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 31</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2128/maxim-mk-ii-transport-infantry-support-shiloh/ MUL online data for the Maxim Mk II Transport (Infantry Support) "Shiloh" variant]''</ref> | ||
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*;Maxim Mk II ECM : This version developed in [[Introduction Year::3087]]<ref name="MUL3"/> of the Maxim carries a single [[Streak SRM-2]] in the turret with two tons of ammunition available. It keeps the sixteen ton infantry bay of the original version, and mounts a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] to provide electronic warfare support. BV (2.0) = 483<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 50</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6787/maxim-mk-ii-transport-ecm/maxim-mk-ii-transport-infantry-support-shiloh/ MUL online data for the Maxim Mk II Transport (ECM) variant]''</ref> | *;Maxim Mk II ECM : This version developed in [[Introduction Year::3087]]<ref name="MUL3"/> of the Maxim carries a single [[Streak SRM-2]] in the turret with two tons of ammunition available. It keeps the sixteen ton infantry bay of the original version, and mounts a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] to provide electronic warfare support. BV (2.0) = 483<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 50</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6787/maxim-mk-ii-transport-ecm/maxim-mk-ii-transport-infantry-support-shiloh/ MUL online data for the Maxim Mk II Transport (ECM) variant]''</ref> | ||
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== Bibliography == | == Bibliography == | ||
* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 14:27, 9 February 2024
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| Maxim Mk II | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Cyclops Incorporated [1]
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| Production Year | 3083[2] |
| Mission | Infantry Transport |
| Type | Hover |
| Cost | 2,030,000 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere[1] |
| Mass | 50 tons[1] |
| Armor | ArcShield Heavy Ferro-Fibrous with CASE[1] |
| Engine | Powertech 165 Highlifter fusion engine[1] |
| Speed | 129.6 km/h |
| Crew | 3 |
| Communications System | Cyclops Surelink[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | Scarborough Tracky 3[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Armament |
2x MML-3 |
| BV (2.0) | 476[1][2] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Maxim Mark II transport is produced by Cyclops Inc. of Skye and Scarborough Manufacturers. The vehicle was intended as an upgrade from the original Maxim hover transport. Though Cyclops wanted to build on the long history of the original Maxim and continue to use heavy weapons, Scarborough’s engineers pointed out that by carrying fewer weapons the crew would naturally withdraw from the battlefield before getting into overly dangerous situations. This would keep the Maxim Mk. II in service for a longer time, allowing the Republic Armed Forces to spend more money on battle armor and other equipment.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Maxim Mk. II uses a sixteen-ton infantry bay to transport a full platoon of battle armor infantry. This can be converted to carry a full company of conventional infantry.[1]
To support the infantry, the Maxim Mk. II uses twin turret-mounted MML-3 launchers. Though these missile launchers aren't powerful by themselves, the two ton ammunition bay allows the Maxim to carry standard LRM or SRM loads as well as special munitions like the Thunder LRM. To protect both the crew and the many infantrymen inside, the Maxim Mk. II uses CASE to protect the missile ammunition.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Infantry Support
- Developed by Cyclops Inc. in 3084[3], this version can be found in the Lyran Commonwealth. Reducing the infantry bay by 50% allowed engineers to install a pair of Light PPCs and Machine Guns in the enlarged turret. This allows the "Shiloh" (a nickname from the troops it supports) to provide heavier fire support against armored targets and conventional infantry.[1] BV (2.0) = 828[4][3]
- Maxim Mk II ECM
- This version developed in 3087[5] of the Maxim carries a single Streak SRM-2 in the turret with two tons of ammunition available. It keeps the sixteen ton infantry bay of the original version, and mounts a Guardian ECM Suite to provide electronic warfare support. BV (2.0) = 483[6][5]
Related Vehicles[edit]
Notes[edit]
- The Maxim Mk II Transport was originally created for the WizKids MechWarrior: Dark Age collectible miniatures game.
Vehicle Gallery[edit]
MechWarrior Dark Age Dossier Image of Maxim Mk II
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 28-29, "Maxim Mk II Transport"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online date for the Maxim Mk II
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 MUL online data for the Maxim Mk II Transport (Infantry Support) "Shiloh" variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 31
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 MUL online data for the Maxim Mk II Transport (ECM) variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 50