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|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2631/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2631/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|model=MDG-1A | |model=MDG-1A | ||
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|cost = 18,943,749 C-bills | |cost = 18,943,749 C-bills | ||
| + | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | ||
| + | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
| + | |feet=biped | ||
|mass=75 | |mass=75 | ||
| − | |chassis=GM Marauder Special MD | + | |chassis=[[GM Marauder Special MD Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=[[StarGuard Ferro-Fibrous]] |
|engine=[[GM 375 XL]] | |engine=[[GM 375 XL]] | ||
|comsys=[[Dalban Micronics]] | |comsys=[[Dalban Micronics]] | ||
| + | |T&T=[[Sync Tracker (39-42071)]] with [[Artemis IV System]] | ||
| + | |heat sinks=15 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | ||
|speed=86.4 | |speed=86.4 | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
*2x [[LRM-10]]s with [[Artemis IV]] | *2x [[LRM-10]]s with [[Artemis IV]] | ||
*2x [[ER Large Laser]]s | *2x [[ER Large Laser]]s | ||
| − | *2x [[ | + | * 2x [[medium laser]]s |
*1x [[Medium Pulse Laser]] | *1x [[Medium Pulse Laser]] | ||
|BV (1.0)=1,412<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 127</ref> | |BV (1.0)=1,412<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 127</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Rakshasa''''' was designed by engineers at the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] in an attempt to copy the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']] . The finished product, while not as powerful as the OmniMech it emulates, is a powerful 'Mech with an undeserved bad reputation. The ''Rakshasa'' is powered by a GM 375 [[XL engine]] and built on a GM Marauder Special MD [[Endo Steel]] chassis to save weight and allow the 'Mech to carry as similar a weapons payload as possible to the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']]. The ''Rakshasa'' also carries eleven and a half tons of StarGuard [[ | + | The '''''Rakshasa''''' was designed by engineers at the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] in an attempt to copy the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']] . The finished product, while not as powerful as the OmniMech it emulates, is a powerful 'Mech with an undeserved bad reputation. The ''Rakshasa'' is powered by a GM 375 [[XL engine]], giving it comparable ground speed to the 'Mech it attempts to emulate, and built on a GM Marauder Special MD [[Endo Steel]] chassis to save weight and allow the 'Mech to carry as similar a weapons payload as possible to the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']]. The ''Rakshasa'' also carries eleven and a half tons of StarGuard [[ferro-fibrous]] armor giving it slightly less than maximum armor protection. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Rakshasa'' carries as its primary long range weapons a pair of Federated 10-shot [[LRM-10]] launchers. These are mated to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system which gives them greater missile accuracy. The LRM launchers are backed up by a pair of ExoStar [[ER Large Laser]]s which provide the 'Mech with respectable firepower at long range. For close combat, the ''Rakshasa'' carries two Martell [[ | + | The ''Rakshasa'' carries as its primary long range weapons a pair of Federated 10-shot [[LRM-10]] launchers. These are mated to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system which gives them greater missile accuracy. The LRM launchers are backed up by a pair of ExoStar [[ER Large Laser]]s which provide the 'Mech with respectable firepower at long range. For close combat, the ''Rakshasa'' carries two Martell [[medium laser]]s and a Martell [[Medium Pulse Laser]]. While not identical to the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']], the ''Rakshasa'' is a formidable 'Mech on the modern battlefield. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;MDG-1Ar : This variant drops all the weapons except the | + | *; MDG-1Ar : This variant drops all the weapons except the medium lasers. In their place are a pair of [[Snub-Nose PPC]]s in the arms and a pair of [[MML-7]]s in the left and right torsos. To protect the missile ammunition, engineers installed [[CASE]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,675<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 104</ref> |
*;MDG-1B : The 1B variant of the 'Mech is a modification made to make the 'Mechs heat levels more manageable. The two [[ER Large Laser]]s have been replaced with standard [[Large Laser]]s sacrificing range for heat efficiency. BV (1.0) = 1,439<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 196</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,748<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 103</ref> | *;MDG-1B : The 1B variant of the 'Mech is a modification made to make the 'Mechs heat levels more manageable. The two [[ER Large Laser]]s have been replaced with standard [[Large Laser]]s sacrificing range for heat efficiency. BV (1.0) = 1,439<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 196</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,748<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 103</ref> | ||
| − | *;MDG-2A : A departure from the attempt to emulate the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']], the 2A model removes the 'Mechs arsenal and upgrades it with a new weapons mix geared toward close combat. The primary weapon is a [[ | + | *; MDG-2A : A departure from the attempt to emulate the [[Timber Wolf (Mad Cat)|''Mad Cat'']], the 2A model removes the 'Mechs arsenal and upgrades it with a new weapons mix geared toward close combat. The primary weapon is a [[rotary autocannon/5]]. This is backed up at shorter ranges by a [[Large Pulse Laser]] and for point-blank combat, the 'Mech carries four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,480<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 131</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,766<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 104</ref> |
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| + | == Design Quirks == | ||
| + | The ''Rakshasa'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 94 Design Quirk Table - Rakshasa Entry.</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Easy to Maintain]] | ||
| + | * [[ Weak Head Armor| Weak Head Armor (1)]] | ||
==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
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* ''[[Timber Wolf]]'' - The Rakshasa was created by the Federated Commonwealth's [[NAIS]] in an attempt to replicate the ''Timber Wolf''. | * ''[[Timber Wolf]]'' - The Rakshasa was created by the Federated Commonwealth's [[NAIS]] in an attempt to replicate the ''Timber Wolf''. | ||
* ''[[Marauder]]'' - Though the basis of the Rakshasa was made to counter the ''Timber Wolf'', the mech used parts of the Marauder for its creation. | * ''[[Marauder]]'' - Though the basis of the Rakshasa was made to counter the ''Timber Wolf'', the mech used parts of the Marauder for its creation. | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image:CCG Mechwarrior Rakshasa.jpg| | + | File:MSD-Rakshasa.png|''Rakshasa'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' |
| − | + | File:3055u Rakshasa.jpg|''Rakshasa'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' | |
| + | Image:CCG Mechwarrior Rakshasa.jpg|MDG-1A ''Rakshasa'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | <div class="desktop-3-col"> |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | |
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
| + | </div> | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:'Mechs]] |
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[[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 10:54, 20 March 2024
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| Rakshasa | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors[1] |
| Production Year | 3055[2] |
| Model | MDG-1A |
| Class | Heavy |
| Cost | 18,943,749 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 75 tons |
| Chassis | GM Marauder Special MD Endo Steel |
| Armor | StarGuard Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | GM 375 XL |
| Communications System | Dalban Micronics |
| Targeting Tracking System | Sync Tracker (39-42071) with Artemis IV System |
| Heat Sinks | 15 double |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,412[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,795[4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Rakshasa was designed by engineers at the New Avalon Institute of Science in an attempt to copy the Mad Cat . The finished product, while not as powerful as the OmniMech it emulates, is a powerful 'Mech with an undeserved bad reputation. The Rakshasa is powered by a GM 375 XL engine, giving it comparable ground speed to the 'Mech it attempts to emulate, and built on a GM Marauder Special MD Endo Steel chassis to save weight and allow the 'Mech to carry as similar a weapons payload as possible to the Mad Cat. The Rakshasa also carries eleven and a half tons of StarGuard ferro-fibrous armor giving it slightly less than maximum armor protection.
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Rakshasa carries as its primary long range weapons a pair of Federated 10-shot LRM-10 launchers. These are mated to an Artemis IV fire control system which gives them greater missile accuracy. The LRM launchers are backed up by a pair of ExoStar ER Large Lasers which provide the 'Mech with respectable firepower at long range. For close combat, the Rakshasa carries two Martell medium lasers and a Martell Medium Pulse Laser. While not identical to the Mad Cat, the Rakshasa is a formidable 'Mech on the modern battlefield.
Variants[edit]
- MDG-1Ar
- This variant drops all the weapons except the medium lasers. In their place are a pair of Snub-Nose PPCs in the arms and a pair of MML-7s in the left and right torsos. To protect the missile ammunition, engineers installed CASE.[5] BV (2.0) = 1,675[6]
- MDG-1B
- The 1B variant of the 'Mech is a modification made to make the 'Mechs heat levels more manageable. The two ER Large Lasers have been replaced with standard Large Lasers sacrificing range for heat efficiency. BV (1.0) = 1,439[3][7], BV (2.0) = 1,748[8]
- MDG-2A
- A departure from the attempt to emulate the Mad Cat, the 2A model removes the 'Mechs arsenal and upgrades it with a new weapons mix geared toward close combat. The primary weapon is a rotary autocannon/5. This is backed up at shorter ranges by a Large Pulse Laser and for point-blank combat, the 'Mech carries four Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (1.0) = 1,480[3][9], BV (2.0) = 1,766[10]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Rakshasa has the following Design Quirks:[11]
Related BattleMechs[edit]
- Timber Wolf - The Rakshasa was created by the Federated Commonwealth's NAIS in an attempt to replicate the Timber Wolf.
- Marauder - Though the basis of the Rakshasa was made to counter the Timber Wolf, the mech used parts of the Marauder for its creation.
Gallery[edit]
Rakshasa from TRO:3055
Rakshasa from TRO:3055 Upgrade
MDG-1A Rakshasa in combat from CCG
References[edit]
- ↑ Handbook House Davion, p. 187
- ↑ MUL online date for the Rakshasa
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Combat Operations, p. 127
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 102
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 191
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 104
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 196
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 103
- ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 131
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 104
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94 Design Quirk Table - Rakshasa Entry.