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Line 1: − {{Otheruses|the BattleMech|other uses|Mercury}} + {{Otheruses|the [[BattleMech]]|other uses|Mercury (disambiguation)}} + {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Mercury RGilClan v19.png + |image=Mercury RGilClan v19.png − |name = ''Mercury'' + |name=Mercury − |manufacturer = + |manufacturer=[[Mitchell Vehicles]] <br> [[Skobel MechWorks]] − [[Mitchell Vehicles]] + |production year=2742 − ----+ |year reference=<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 16-17, "Mercury 'Mech Profile"</ref> − [[Skobel MechWorks]]<ref name = TRSWp10f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 10–11: "MCY-99 Mercury"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --> + |model=MCY-99 − |production year = 2742 + |class=Light − |year reference = <ref name = TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 16-17: "Mercury 'Mech Profile"</ref> + |cost= 1,808,440 C-bills − |model = MCY-99<ref name = TRSWp10f /> − |class = Light − |cost = 1,808,440 [[C-bill]]s |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |Tech Base = Inner Sphere − |mech type = BattleMech + |mech type =BattleMech − |mass = 20 + |mass=20 − |chassis = [[Bergan MX II]] <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |chassis=Bergan MXII − |armor = [[Mitchell-091 Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |armor=Mitchell-091 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] − |engine = [[LTV 160]] <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |engine=[[LTV 160]] − |comsys = [[DataTech 401]] <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |comsys=[[DataTech 401]] − |T&T = [[Skyhunter IV]] <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |T&T=[[Skyhunter IV]] − |heat sinks = 10 [[heat sink]]s + |heat sinks=10 − |speed = 129 <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |speed=129.6 − |speed with MASC = 173 <!-- <ref name = TRSWp10f /> --> + |speed with MASC=172.8 − |jumpjets = + |jumpjets=None − |armament = + |armament= − * 2x [[medium laser]] + *2x [[Medium Laser]]s − * 2x [[small laser]] + *2x [[Small Laser]]s − |BV (1.0) = 471<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 106</ref> + |BV (1.0)= 471<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 106</ref> − |BV (2.0) = 586<ref name = TRSWp10f /><ref name = TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 184–185: "MCY-99 Mercury"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 221</ref> + |BV (2.0)= 586<ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 184-185, "Mercury 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 221</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Mercury''''' debuted for the first time in [[Introduction Year::2742]], intended as a replacement for the aging ''[[Wasp]]s'' and ''[[Stinger]]s'' in use by the [[Star League Defense Force]]. Hailed as the beginning of a new age in 'Mech design, the ''Mercury'' was faster and better-armed than its competition without sacrificing armor protection. It also featured an advancement in weapons installation, making use of a modular replacement system to allow for easier repairs. The ideal scout and raider, sales of the ''Mercury'' were limited exclusively to the SLDF. After the [[Amaris Civil War]] and the dissolution of the [[Star League]], those SLDF units which still fielded the ''Mercury'' were either stationed on [[Terra]] or at the [[Graham IV]] factory, all of whom left with [[Aleksandr Kerensky|General Kerensky]] in the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 6–7</ref> + The '''''Mercury''''' debuted for the first time in [[Introduction Year::2742]], intended as a replacement for the aging ''[[Wasp]]s'' and ''[[Stinger]]s'' in use by the [[Star League Defense Force]]. Hailed as the beginning of a new age in 'Mech design, the ''Mercury'' was faster and better-armed than its competition without sacrificing armor protection. It also featured an advancement in weapons installation, making use of a modular replacement system to allow for easier repairs. The ideal scout and raider, sales of the ''Mercury'' were limited exclusively to the SLDF. After the [[Amaris Civil War]] and the dissolution of the [[Star League]], those SLDF units which still fielded the ''Mercury'' were either stationed on [[Terra]] or at the [[Graham IV]] factory, all of whom left with [[Aleksandr Kerensky|General Kerensky]] in the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 6-7</ref> − In the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] which followed, the ''Mercury'' factories were destroyed and the design teetered on the edge of the abyss. Of those SLDF units which stayed behind, the [[Third Regimental Combat Team]] had the highest concentration of the 'Mechs, with twelve ''Mercuries'' gathered together in the Eighth Recon Battalion; all of them were ultimately lost during fighting on [[Sendai]] in [[2798]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r/> As the years wore on those desperate few ''Mercuries'' still clinging to existence were increasingly rebuilt in haphazard fashion with less advanced and more shoddy parts until they ceased to look quite like the noble 'Mechs they once were. In the end nothing could be done to stop the decline of the ''Mercury'' and it eventually became extinct in the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 238</ref> + In the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] which followed, the ''Mercury'' factories were destroyed and the design teetered on the edge of the abyss. Of those SLDF units which stayed behind, the [[3rd Regimental Combat Team]] had the highest concentration of the 'Mechs, with twelve ''Mercuries'' gathered together in the 8th Recon Battalion. All of them were ultimately lost during fighting on [[Sendai]] in [[2798]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 6-7</ref> As the years wore on those desperate few ''Mercuries'' still clinging to existence were increasingly rebuilt in haphazard fashion with less advanced and more shoddy parts until they ceased to look quite like the noble 'Mechs they once were. In the end nothing could be done to stop the decline of the ''Mercury'' and it eventually became extinct in the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 238</ref> − It was with some surprise that [[ComStar]] unveiled their [[Com Guards]] early in the [[thirty-first century]], a brand-new military force fielding a number of extinct designs such as the ''Mercury''. [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] even went so far as to restart three of the mothballed ''Mercury'' production lines on [[Terra]] to resume production of the original model. A new variant, the MCY-97, was unveiled in time to meet the [[Clan Invasion]] (the [[Clans]] had also preserved the ''Mercury'', and indeed its revolutionary design was responsible for their development of the [[OmniMech]]). One of these lines was eventually turned over to making the ''[[Nexus (Star Python)]]'' in [[3054]] while the rest continued to produce so many ''Mercuries'' that the 'Mech's life was extended for several more years. This included the dark years of the [[Jihad]], when the [[Word of Blake]] also used the ''Mercury'' to outfit their [[Word of Blake Militia|Militia]].<ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 184–185</ref> + It was with some surprise that [[ComStar]] unveiled their [[Com Guards]] early in the [[thirty-first century]], a brand-new military force fielding a number of extinct designs such as the ''Mercury''. [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] even went so far as to restart three of the mothballed ''Mercury'' production lines on [[Terra]] to resume production of the original model. A new variant, the MCY-97, was unveiled in time to meet the [[Clan Invasion]] (the [[Clans]] had also preserved the ''Mercury'', and indeed its revolutionary design was responsible for their development of the [[OmniMech]]). One of these lines was eventually turned over to making the ''[[Nexus (Star Python)]]'' in [[3054]] while the rest continued to produce so many ''Mercuries'' that the 'Mech's life was extended for several more years. This included the dark years of the [[Jihad]], when the [[Word of Blake]] also used the ''Mercury'' to outfit their [[Word of Blake Militia|Militia]].<ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 184-185</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Mercury'' carries an assortment of energy weapons which helps to extend its endurance on long campaigns. The primary weapons are two [[Medium Laser_#Martell|Martell]] [[medium laser]]s in the right arm and left torso. The right arm laser's power supply is spread across the length of the whole arm with multiple redundant systems, while the torso-mounted laser is clustered tightly in one area to decrease the chance of a penetrative hit damaging the system. These are supported by two [[Hessen IX]] [[small laser]]s in the center torso and head and feature the revolutionary modular replacement system. Using 'plug and fight' technology, the lasers are bolted down and connected by wiring to the power feeds and cooling system in three places. If any part of the weapon is damaged or destroyed technicians can replace the entire system in minutes, cutting back countless man-hours of repair and maintenance.<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3050u/> + The ''Mercury'' carries an assortment of energy weapons which helps to extend its endurance on long campaigns. The primary weapons are two Martell [[Medium Laser]]s in the right arm and left torso. The right arm laser's power supply is spread across the length of the whole arm with multiple redundant systems, while the torso-mounted laser is clustered tightly in one area to decrease the chance of a penetrative hit damaging the system. These are supported by two [[Hessen IX]] [[Small Laser]]s in the center torso and head and feature the revolutionary modular replacement system. Using 'plug and fight' technology the lasers are bolted down and connected by wiring to the power feeds and cooling system in three places. If any part of the weapon is damaged or destroyed technicians can replace the entire system in minutes, cutting back countless man-hours of repair and maintenance.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO2750/> − The heart of the ''Mercury'' is its [[MASC]] system which, in combination with an [[LTV 160]] [[fusion engine]], allows for momentary bursts of speed up to 172 km/h. Though long-term use can damage the actuators, these bursts are often the difference between life and death in some cases. They also make up for the fact that the 'Mech lacks any [[jump jets]], while three tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor gives it superior protection compared to other 20-ton 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3050u/> + The heart of the ''Mercury'' is its [[MASC System]] which, in combination with an LVT 160 [[fusion engine]], allows for momentary bursts of speed up to 172 km/h. Though long-term use can damage the actuators these bursts are often the difference between life or death in some cases. They also make up for the fact that the 'Mech lacks any [[jump jets]], while three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor gives it superior protection compared to other 20-ton 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO2750/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; MCY-97 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' was created by [[ComStar]] in [[3049]] for recon duties. The armor, engine, and [[MASC]] system are kept while one [[medium laser]] and one [[small laser]] have been dropped in favor of a [[Beagle active probe]], giving the MCY-97 ''Mercury'' superior enemy detection capabilities at the cost of half of its firepower. Though an excellent scout, this variant was largely discarded after the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]] on account of insufficient firepower.<ref name=TRSWp10f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 380,<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 123</ref> BV (2.0) = 466<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 220</ref> + *;MCY-97 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' was created by ComStar in [[3049]] for recon duties. The armor, engine and MASC system are kept and one medium laser and one small laser have been dropped in favor of a [[Beagle Active Probe]], giving the MCY-97 ''Mercury'' superior enemy detection capabilities at the cost of half of its firepower. Though an excellent scout this variant was largely discarded after the [Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|[Battle of Tukayyid]] on account of insufficient firepower.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 380,<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 123</ref> BV (2.0) = 466<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 220</ref> − *; MCY-98 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' is the downgraded version introduced during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] in [[2810]]. While it retains the same armament and engine of the original, the primary changes in the 'Mech is its armor, using [[standard armor]] in place of [[ferro-fibrous]], and the [[MASC]] system, which has been removed to allow for the armor to be one ton heavier. These changes lower its maximum speed to 129.6 km/h, but slightly increases the overall armor protection. It also features a [[Datacom]] communication system and [[Scarborough Track]] targeting system.<ref name=TRO3025r/> BV (1.0) = 484;<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 121</ref> BV (2.0) = 553<ref name=MUL98>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4624/mercury-mcy-98 Mercury MCY-98 MUL entry]</ref> + *;MCY-98 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' is the downgraded version introduced during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] in [[2810]]. While it retains the same armament and engine of the original, the primary changes in the 'Mech is its armor, using standard plating in place of Ferro-Fibrous, and the MASC system, which has been removed to allow for the armor to be one ton heavier. These changes lower its maximum speed to 129.6 km/h and slightly increases the overall armor protection. It also features a [[Datacom]] communication system and [[Scarborough Track]] targeting system.<ref name=TRO3025r/> BV (1.0) = 484<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 121</ref>, BV (2.0) = 553{{cn}} − *; MCY-102 : The MCY-102 is an upgrade to the ''Mercury'' introduced in [[3067]] by the [[Word of Blake]]. This variant retains the engine, [[MASC]], and armor of the MCY-99, but carries two major modifications; the first is the rebuilding of the chassis using [[endo steel]], which forced removal of one [[small laser]] and one [[medium laser]] to allow for the second modification: the installation of an [[improved C3 computer]], making it capable of operating with five other units in a [[C3i]] unit. Both of the remaining lasers were also changed out for [[Extended-Range Laser|extended-range]] models.<ref name=TRSWp10f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 408;<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 34</ref> BV (2.0) = 510<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 222</ref> + *;MCY-102 : The MCY-102 is an upgrade to the ''Mercury'' introduced in [[3067]] by the Word of Blake. This variant retains the engine, MASC, and armor of the MCY-99 but carries two major modifications. The first is the rebuilding of the chassis using [[Endo Steel]]. The change in the chassis construction and removal of one small and one medium laser allows for the second modification: the installation of an [[Improved C3 Computer]], making it capable of operating with five other units in a [[C3i]] unit. Both of the remaining lasers were also changed out for [[Extended Range Laser|extended range]] models.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 408<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 34</ref>, BV (2.0) = 510<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 222</ref> − *; MCY-104 : An upgrade fielded by the [[Word of Blake]] during the [[Jihad]] in [[3069]], the 104 uses an [[XL engine]] for power. This allows the addition of an extra [[ER medium laser]] and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] to the 102, with the remaining free ton going into improving the armor coverage. The heat sinks are not upgraded, however, so this ''Mercury'' could find itself in heat trouble while running with its C3i unit.<ref name=TRSWp10f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 683<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 223</ref> + *;MCY-104 : An upgrade fielded by the Word of Blake during the Jihad in [[3069]], the 104 uses an [[XL Engine]] for power. This allows the addition of an extra [[ER Medium Laser]] and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] to the 102, with the remaining ton going into improving the armor coverage. The heat sinks are not upgraded, however, so this ''Mercury'' could find itself in heat trouble.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 683<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 223</ref> − *; MCY-105 : This [[Republic of the Sphere]] variant brings the ancient design back to the forefront using surprisingly little advanced technology. The traditional [[MASC]] has been removed and the large [[XL engine]] utilized instead to allow this ''Mercury'' to travel at speeds over 180 km/h. This design utilizes both [[endo steel]] and [[ferro-fibrous]] to save weight for its engine. For weaponry the -105 possesses two [[ER medium laser]]s, one in the right arm and in the left torso, and two [[ER small laser]]s, one in the center torso and the other in the head. 10 [[double heat sink]]s keep this variant cool in virtually all conditions.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 795<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19'', p. 13</ref> + *;MCY-105 : This Republic of the Sphere variant brings this ancient design back to the forefront using surprisingly little advanced technology. The tradition [[MASC]] has been removed and a large XL engine utilized instead to allow this ‘’Mercury’’ to travel at speeds over 180 km/h. This design utilizes both endo steel and ferro-fibrous to save weight for its engine. For weaponry the -105 possesses two [[ER Medium Laser]]s, one in the right arm, the other in the left torso, and two [[ER Small Laser]]s, one in the center torso and the other in the head. Ten double heat sinks keep this variant cool in virtually all conditions.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 683<ref>”Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19”, pg13</ref> − − ==Design Quirks== − The ''Mercury'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]s:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: "BattleMech Quirk Table"</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)''], p. 9</ref> − * [[Easy to Maintain]] − * [[Modular Weapons]] − <!-- No Torso Twist removed by errata --> ==Related BattleMechs== ==Related BattleMechs== − * '''''[[Mercury II]]''''' - The ''Mercury II'' was an enlarged and updated design of the ''Mercury'' produced by [[Clan Wolverine]]. This 'Mech lacks its predecessor's unique modular repair system, being a standard post-SLDF/early Clan era BattleMech.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 148</ref> + *'''''[[Mercury II]]''''' - The ''Mercury II'' was an enlarged and updated design of the ''Mercury'' produced by [[Clan Wolverine]]. This 'Mech lacks its predecessor's unique modular repair system, being a standard post-SLDF/early Clan era BattleMech.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 148</ref> − + *'''''[[Coyotl]]''''' - The ''Coyotl'' continued the original Mercury's legacy of technological advancement, developing its modular repair system into a fully modular hot-swapping system, leading to the [[OmniMech]].<ref>''Field Manual: Warden Clans'', pp. 40-42, "Birth of the Titans" & "Crusade of the Valiant"</ref> − * '''''[[Coyotl]]''''' - The ''Coyotl'' continued the original ''Mercury''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s legacy of technological advancement, developing its modular repair system into a fully modular hot-swapping system, leading to the [[OmniMech]].<ref>''Field Manual: Warden Clans'', pp. 40–42: "Birth of the Titans" & "Crusade of the Valiant"</ref> − − ==Notable Pilots== − :''See [[:Category:Notable Mercury Pilots]]'' ==Notes== ==Notes== − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Merkurius'''''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MRS-97'''.+ In German products the unit's proper name was translated to '''Merkurius'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MRS-97'''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> Mercury.jpg|Original MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' Mercury.jpg|Original MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' − MCY-Mercury.png|MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised|TRO:3025 Revised]]'' + MCY-Mercury.png|MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised|TRO:3025 Revised]]'' MCY-97 Mercury.jpg|MCY-97 Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' MCY-97 Mercury.jpg|MCY-97 Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' 3050U Mercury.jpg|''MCY-99'' Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' 3050U Mercury.jpg|''MCY-99'' Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' Mercury RGilClan v19.png|''Mercury'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19|RG:ilClan v19]]'' Mercury RGilClan v19.png|''Mercury'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19|RG:ilClan v19]]'' − Mercury_concept_sketch_KS2019.jpg|''Mercury'' concept sketch from [[2019 Clan Invasion Crowdfunding Campaign|2019 Clan Invasion Campaign]] CCG Unlimited Mercury.jpg|An MCY-97 ''Mercury'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' CCG Unlimited Mercury.jpg|An MCY-97 ''Mercury'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' − ComStar Command Level II - Mercury.jpg|''Mercury'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: ComStar Command Level II]]'' </gallery> </gallery> ==References== ==References== <references /> <references /> − ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' + *''[[Combat Operations]]'' − * ''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents]]'' + *''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] + [[Category:Scout BattleMechs]] − [[Category:ComStar BattleMechs]] + [[Category:Inner Sphere General BattleMechs]] [[Category:Star League BattleMechs]] [[Category:Star League BattleMechs]] + [[Category:C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:Improved C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:Improved C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]] [[Category:German renamed units]]
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| − | |image = Mercury RGilClan v19.png | + | |image=Mercury RGilClan v19.png |
| − | |name = | + | |name=Mercury |
| − | |manufacturer = | + | |manufacturer=[[Mitchell Vehicles]] <br> [[Skobel MechWorks]] |
| − | [[Mitchell Vehicles]] | + | |production year=2742 |
| − | + | |year reference=<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 16-17, "Mercury 'Mech Profile"</ref> | |
| − | [[Skobel MechWorks]] | + | |model=MCY-99 |
| − | |production year = 2742 | + | |class=Light |
| − | |year reference = <ref name = TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 16-17 | + | |cost= 1,808,440 C-bills |
| − | |model = MCY-99 | ||
| − | |class = Light | ||
| − | |cost = 1,808,440 | ||
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
| − | |mech type = BattleMech | + | |mech type =BattleMech |
| − | |mass = 20 | + | |mass=20 |
| − | |chassis = | + | |chassis=Bergan MXII |
| − | |armor = | + | |armor=Mitchell-091 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | |engine = [[LTV 160]] | + | |engine=[[LTV 160]] |
| − | |comsys = [[DataTech 401]] | + | |comsys=[[DataTech 401]] |
| − | |T&T = [[Skyhunter IV]] | + | |T&T=[[Skyhunter IV]] |
| − | |heat sinks = 10 | + | |heat sinks=10 |
| − | |speed = 129 | + | |speed=129.6 |
| − | |speed with MASC = | + | |speed with MASC=172.8 |
| − | |jumpjets = | + | |jumpjets=None |
| − | |armament = | + | |armament= |
| − | * 2x [[ | + | *2x [[Medium Laser]]s |
| − | * 2x [[ | + | *2x [[Small Laser]]s |
| − | |BV (1.0) = 471<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 106</ref> | + | |BV (1.0)= 471<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 106</ref> |
| − | |BV (2.0) = 586 | + | |BV (2.0)= 586<ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 184-185, "Mercury 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 221</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Mercury''''' debuted for the first time in [[Introduction Year::2742]], intended as a replacement for the aging ''[[Wasp]]s'' and ''[[Stinger]]s'' in use by the [[Star League Defense Force]]. Hailed as the beginning of a new age in 'Mech design, the ''Mercury'' was faster and better-armed than its competition without sacrificing armor protection. It also featured an advancement in weapons installation, making use of a modular replacement system to allow for easier repairs. The ideal scout and raider, sales of the ''Mercury'' were limited exclusively to the SLDF. After the [[Amaris Civil War]] and the dissolution of the [[Star League]], those SLDF units which still fielded the ''Mercury'' were either stationed on [[Terra]] or at the [[Graham IV]] factory, all of whom left with [[Aleksandr Kerensky|General Kerensky]] in the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', | + | The '''''Mercury''''' debuted for the first time in [[Introduction Year::2742]], intended as a replacement for the aging ''[[Wasp]]s'' and ''[[Stinger]]s'' in use by the [[Star League Defense Force]]. Hailed as the beginning of a new age in 'Mech design, the ''Mercury'' was faster and better-armed than its competition without sacrificing armor protection. It also featured an advancement in weapons installation, making use of a modular replacement system to allow for easier repairs. The ideal scout and raider, sales of the ''Mercury'' were limited exclusively to the SLDF. After the [[Amaris Civil War]] and the dissolution of the [[Star League]], those SLDF units which still fielded the ''Mercury'' were either stationed on [[Terra]] or at the [[Graham IV]] factory, all of whom left with [[Aleksandr Kerensky|General Kerensky]] in the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 6-7</ref> |
| − | In the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] which followed, the ''Mercury'' factories were destroyed and the design teetered on the edge of the abyss. Of those SLDF units which stayed behind, the [[ | + | In the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] which followed, the ''Mercury'' factories were destroyed and the design teetered on the edge of the abyss. Of those SLDF units which stayed behind, the [[3rd Regimental Combat Team]] had the highest concentration of the 'Mechs, with twelve ''Mercuries'' gathered together in the 8th Recon Battalion. All of them were ultimately lost during fighting on [[Sendai]] in [[2798]].<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 6-7</ref> As the years wore on those desperate few ''Mercuries'' still clinging to existence were increasingly rebuilt in haphazard fashion with less advanced and more shoddy parts until they ceased to look quite like the noble 'Mechs they once were. In the end nothing could be done to stop the decline of the ''Mercury'' and it eventually became extinct in the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 238</ref> |
| − | It was with some surprise that [[ComStar]] unveiled their [[Com Guards]] early in the [[thirty-first century]], a brand-new military force fielding a number of extinct designs such as the ''Mercury''. [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] even went so far as to restart three of the mothballed ''Mercury'' production lines on [[Terra]] to resume production of the original model. A new variant, the MCY-97, was unveiled in time to meet the [[Clan Invasion]] (the [[Clans]] had also preserved the ''Mercury'', and indeed its revolutionary design was responsible for their development of the [[OmniMech]]). One of these lines was eventually turned over to making the ''[[Nexus (Star Python)]]'' in [[3054]] while the rest continued to produce so many ''Mercuries'' that the 'Mech's life was extended for several more years. This included the dark years of the [[Jihad]], when the [[Word of Blake]] also used the ''Mercury'' to outfit their [[Word of Blake Militia|Militia]].<ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', | + | It was with some surprise that [[ComStar]] unveiled their [[Com Guards]] early in the [[thirty-first century]], a brand-new military force fielding a number of extinct designs such as the ''Mercury''. [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] even went so far as to restart three of the mothballed ''Mercury'' production lines on [[Terra]] to resume production of the original model. A new variant, the MCY-97, was unveiled in time to meet the [[Clan Invasion]] (the [[Clans]] had also preserved the ''Mercury'', and indeed its revolutionary design was responsible for their development of the [[OmniMech]]). One of these lines was eventually turned over to making the ''[[Nexus (Star Python)]]'' in [[3054]] while the rest continued to produce so many ''Mercuries'' that the 'Mech's life was extended for several more years. This included the dark years of the [[Jihad]], when the [[Word of Blake]] also used the ''Mercury'' to outfit their [[Word of Blake Militia|Militia]].<ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 184-185</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Mercury'' carries an assortment of energy weapons which helps to extend its endurance on long campaigns. The primary weapons are two [[Medium | + | The ''Mercury'' carries an assortment of energy weapons which helps to extend its endurance on long campaigns. The primary weapons are two Martell [[Medium Laser]]s in the right arm and left torso. The right arm laser's power supply is spread across the length of the whole arm with multiple redundant systems, while the torso-mounted laser is clustered tightly in one area to decrease the chance of a penetrative hit damaging the system. These are supported by two [[Hessen IX]] [[Small Laser]]s in the center torso and head and feature the revolutionary modular replacement system. Using 'plug and fight' technology the lasers are bolted down and connected by wiring to the power feeds and cooling system in three places. If any part of the weapon is damaged or destroyed technicians can replace the entire system in minutes, cutting back countless man-hours of repair and maintenance.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO2750/> |
| − | The heart of the ''Mercury'' is its [[MASC]] | + | The heart of the ''Mercury'' is its [[MASC System]] which, in combination with an LVT 160 [[fusion engine]], allows for momentary bursts of speed up to 172 km/h. Though long-term use can damage the actuators these bursts are often the difference between life or death in some cases. They also make up for the fact that the 'Mech lacks any [[jump jets]], while three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor gives it superior protection compared to other 20-ton 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO2750/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; MCY-97 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' was created by | + | *;MCY-97 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' was created by ComStar in [[3049]] for recon duties. The armor, engine and MASC system are kept and one medium laser and one small laser have been dropped in favor of a [[Beagle Active Probe]], giving the MCY-97 ''Mercury'' superior enemy detection capabilities at the cost of half of its firepower. Though an excellent scout this variant was largely discarded after the [Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|[Battle of Tukayyid]] on account of insufficient firepower.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 380,<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 123</ref> BV (2.0) = 466<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 220</ref> |
| − | *; MCY-98 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' is the downgraded version introduced during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] in [[2810]]. While it retains the same armament and engine of the original, the primary changes in the 'Mech is its armor, using | + | *;MCY-98 : This variant of the ''Mercury'' is the downgraded version introduced during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] in [[2810]]. While it retains the same armament and engine of the original, the primary changes in the 'Mech is its armor, using standard plating in place of Ferro-Fibrous, and the MASC system, which has been removed to allow for the armor to be one ton heavier. These changes lower its maximum speed to 129.6 km/h and slightly increases the overall armor protection. It also features a [[Datacom]] communication system and [[Scarborough Track]] targeting system.<ref name=TRO3025r/> BV (1.0) = 484<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 121</ref>, BV (2.0) = 553{{cn}} |
| − | *; MCY-102 : The MCY-102 is an upgrade to the ''Mercury'' introduced in [[3067]] by the | + | *;MCY-102 : The MCY-102 is an upgrade to the ''Mercury'' introduced in [[3067]] by the Word of Blake. This variant retains the engine, MASC, and armor of the MCY-99 but carries two major modifications. The first is the rebuilding of the chassis using [[Endo Steel]]. The change in the chassis construction and removal of one small and one medium laser allows for the second modification: the installation of an [[Improved C3 Computer]], making it capable of operating with five other units in a [[C3i]] unit. Both of the remaining lasers were also changed out for [[Extended Range Laser|extended range]] models.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 408<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 34</ref>, BV (2.0) = 510<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 222</ref> |
| − | *; MCY-104 : An upgrade fielded by the | + | *;MCY-104 : An upgrade fielded by the Word of Blake during the Jihad in [[3069]], the 104 uses an [[XL Engine]] for power. This allows the addition of an extra [[ER Medium Laser]] and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] to the 102, with the remaining ton going into improving the armor coverage. The heat sinks are not upgraded, however, so this ''Mercury'' could find itself in heat trouble.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 683<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 223</ref> |
| − | *; MCY-105 : This | + | *;MCY-105 : This Republic of the Sphere variant brings this ancient design back to the forefront using surprisingly little advanced technology. The tradition [[MASC]] has been removed and a large XL engine utilized instead to allow this ‘’Mercury’’ to travel at speeds over 180 km/h. This design utilizes both endo steel and ferro-fibrous to save weight for its engine. For weaponry the -105 possesses two [[ER Medium Laser]]s, one in the right arm, the other in the left torso, and two [[ER Small Laser]]s, one in the center torso and the other in the head. Ten double heat sinks keep this variant cool in virtually all conditions.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 683<ref>”Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19”, pg13</ref> |
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==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
| − | * '''''[[Mercury II]]''''' - The ''Mercury II'' was an enlarged and updated design of the ''Mercury'' produced by [[Clan Wolverine]]. This 'Mech lacks its predecessor's unique modular repair system, being a standard post-SLDF/early Clan era BattleMech.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 148</ref> | + | *'''''[[Mercury II]]''''' - The ''Mercury II'' was an enlarged and updated design of the ''Mercury'' produced by [[Clan Wolverine]]. This 'Mech lacks its predecessor's unique modular repair system, being a standard post-SLDF/early Clan era BattleMech.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 148</ref> |
| − | + | *'''''[[Coyotl]]''''' - The ''Coyotl'' continued the original Mercury's legacy of technological advancement, developing its modular repair system into a fully modular hot-swapping system, leading to the [[OmniMech]].<ref>''Field Manual: Warden Clans'', pp. 40-42, "Birth of the Titans" & "Crusade of the Valiant"</ref> | |
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | + | In German products the unit's proper name was translated to '''Merkurius'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MRS-97'''. | |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Mercury.jpg|Original MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' | Mercury.jpg|Original MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' | ||
| − | MCY-Mercury.png|MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised|TRO:3025 Revised]]'' | + | MCY-Mercury.png|MCY-98 ''Mercury'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised|TRO:3025 Revised]]'' |
MCY-97 Mercury.jpg|MCY-97 Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' | MCY-97 Mercury.jpg|MCY-97 Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' | ||
3050U Mercury.jpg|''MCY-99'' Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' | 3050U Mercury.jpg|''MCY-99'' Mercury from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
Mercury RGilClan v19.png|''Mercury'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19|RG:ilClan v19]]'' | Mercury RGilClan v19.png|''Mercury'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19|RG:ilClan v19]]'' | ||
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CCG Unlimited Mercury.jpg|An MCY-97 ''Mercury'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | CCG Unlimited Mercury.jpg|An MCY-97 ''Mercury'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents]]'' | + | *''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' |
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