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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
|image=Rampage.jpg
 
|image=Rampage.jpg
|name= ''Rampage''
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|name= Rampage
|production year = 2767
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|production year=2767
|manufacturer = [[Weigel Armory and Munitions]] (destroyed 2767)<ref name=TRSWp162f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 162–163: "RMP-5G Rampage"</ref> <!-- reprinted from Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2 -->
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|manufacturer= [[Weigel Armory and Munitions]]
|model = RMP-5G<ref name=TRSWp162f />
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|model= RMP-5G  
|cost = 23,069,439 C-bills  
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|class= Assault
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
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|cost= 23,069,439 C-bills  
|mech type = BattleMech
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|mass= 85
|mass = 85
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|chassis= Stanwhich 850
|chassis = [[Stanwhich 850]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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|armor= PanzerSlab Type 9
|armor = [[PanzerSlab Type 9]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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|engine= AMC 340 [[Fusion Engine - XL|XL]]
|engine = [[AMC 340 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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|speed= 64
|comsys = [[Transcom Alpha]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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|speed with MASC= 86  
|T&T = [[KBC Starsight Model 3]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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|armament=  
|heat sinks = 13 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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*1x [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]
|speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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*1x [[Large Pulse Laser]]
|speed with MASC = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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*1x [[LRM-10]] w/ [[Artemis IV FCS]]
|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp162f /> -->
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*3x [[Streak SRM-2]]s
* 1x [[LB-X autocannon/10]]
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*2x [[Medium Laser]]s
* 1x [[large pulse laser]]
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*1x [[Flamer]]
* 1x [[LRM-10]] w/ [[Artemis IV FCS]]
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*1x [[Anti-Missile System]]
* 3x [[Streak SRM-2]]
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|BV (2.0)= 1,842<ref name=JC129>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 129</ref>
* 2x [[medium laser]]
 
* 1x [[flamer]]
 
* 1x [[anti-missile system]]
 
|BV (2.0) = 1,842<ref name=TRSWp162f /><ref name=JC129>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 129</ref>
 
 
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}}  
  
 
==Overview==
 
==Overview==
The '''''Rampage''''' was a [[BattleMech]] produced by the [[Rim Worlds Republic]]. The 'Mech was originally built and used as a standard line unit, but it was upgraded to a fast assault 'Mech in [[2767]], following [[Stefan Amaris]]' successful coup that installed him as the nominal leader of the [[Terran Hegemony]].<ref name=JC132>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 132</ref> With the occupation of [[Star League]] R&D facilities, his [[Periphery]] nation was finally able to produce the [[SLDF]]'s advanced weaponry.<ref name=JC128>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 128</ref>
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The '''''Rampage''''' was a [[BattleMech]] produced by the [[Rim Worlds Republic]]. The 'Mech was originally built and used as a standard line unit, but it was upgraded to a fast assault 'Mech in [[2767]], following [[Stefan Amaris]]' successful coup that installed him as the nominal leader of the [[Terran Hegemony]].<ref name=JC132>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', pg. 132</ref> With the occupation of [[Star League]] R&D facilities, his [[Periphery]] nation was finally able to produce the [[SLDF]]'s advanced weaponry.<ref name=JC128>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 128</ref>
  
The ''Rampage'''s upgrade utilized [[Endo Steel]] and an [[XL engine]] to save weight. As engineers debated the best way to make the ''Rampage'' faster, they settled on installing the new [[MASC]] system, which accelerates the 85-ton 'Mech to 86 km/h in bursts. While its speed gives it a measure of protection, the design also sports a massive sixteen tons of [[PanzerSlab 9]] armor.<ref name=JC128 /><ref name=JC129 />
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The ''Rampage'''s upgrade utilized [[Endo Steel]] and an [[XL Engine]] to save weight. As engineers debated the best way to make the ''Rampage'' faster, they settled on installing the new [[MASC]] system, which accelerates the 85-ton 'Mech to 86 km/h in bursts. While its speed gives it a measure of protection, the design also sports a massive sixteen tons of PanzerSlab 9 armor.<ref name=JC128 /><ref name=JC129 />
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The primary weapon of the ''Rampage'' is the [[Lubalin]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]. Two tons of ammunition allow it to switch between standard and cluster shots. It also has an array of lasers, namely the [[Tronel XIII]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] housed in its chest, and two [[Maxell DT]] [[medium laser]]s, one on each side of the pulse laser. In addition to the autocannon for long-range fire, the ''Rampage'' has an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]]-guided [[Jackson Dart]] [[LRM-10]] launcher with a single ton of ammo. To strengthen its short range firepower, three [[Marklin Mini]] [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers are bundled together in the left torso with a ton of ammo to share between them. For defense against missiles, the ''Rampage'' mounted a [[Buzzsaw (AMS)|Buzzsaw]] [[anti-missile system]]. Against [[infantry]], a [[Zippo Mark X]] Anti-Personnel [[Flamer]] is installed; a popular piece of equipment for the Rim Worlds' civilian pacification efforts. Thirteen [[double heat sink]]s keeps heat levels in check.<ref name=JC128 /><ref name=JC129 />
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The primary weapon of the ''Rampage'' is the Luballin [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]. Two tons of ammunition allow it to switch between standard and cluster shots. It also has an array of lasers, namely the Tronel XIII [[Large Pulse Laser]] housed in its chest, and two Maxell DT [[Medium Laser]]s, one on each side of the pulse laser. In addition to the autocannon for long-range fire, the ''Rampage'' has an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]]-guided Jackson Dart [[LRM-10]] launcher with a single ton of ammo. To strengthen its short range firepower, three Marklin Mini [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers are bundled together in the left torso with a ton of ammo to share between them. For defense against missiles, the ''Rampage'' mounts a Buzzsaw [[Anti-Missile System]]. Against [[infantry]], a Zippo Mark X Anti-Personnel [[Flamer]] is installed; a popular piece of equipment for the Rim Worlds' civilian pacification efforts. Thirteen [[double heat sink]]s keeps heat levels in check.<ref name=JC128 /><ref name=JC129 />
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*; RMP-2G : The original version of the ''Rampage'' was introduced in [[Introduction Year::2735]] and produced for decades prior to introduction of the Star League-enhanced RMP-5G. The 'Mech has a top speed of 54 km/h. It is equipped with an [[Autocannon/10]], [[LRM-10]], two medium lasers, a [[Large Laser]], one Flamer, and a [[Machine Gun]] with a full ton of ammo. This decidedly low-tech version lacked the weight saving components of the 5G and used single [[heat sink]]s, though an additional ten heat sinks kept the 2G quite cool.<ref name=TRSWp162f /><ref name=JC129 /> BV (2.0) = 1,444<ref>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 133</ref>
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*;RMP-2G : The original version of the ''Rampage'' was introduced in [[Introduction Year::2735]] and produced for decades prior to introduction of the Star League-enhanced RMP-5G. The 'Mech has a top speed of 54 km/h. It is equipped with an [[Autocannon/10]], [[LRM-10]], two Medium Lasers, a [[Large Laser]], one Flamer, and a [[Machine Gun]] with a full ton of ammo. This decidedly low-tech version lacked the weight saving components of the 5G and used single [[heat sink]]s, though an additional ten heat sinks kept the 2G quite cool.<ref name=JC129 /> BV (2.0) = 1,444<ref>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 133</ref>
  
*; RMP-4G : Introduced in [[2750]] and built in limited numbers prior to introduction of 5G, the 4G ''Rampage'' was similar to the -5G upgrade. It lacked the missile launchers and one medium laser, but added a [[Gauss rifle]] for concentrated long-range fire. This required the minimum amount of double heat sinks and slightly less armor.<ref name=TRSWp162f /><ref name=JC128 /> BV (2.0) = 2,020<ref>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 134</ref>
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*;RMP-4G : Introduced in [[2750]] and built in limited numbers prior to introduction of 5G, the 4G ''Rampage'' was similar to the -5G upgrade. It lacked the missile launchers and one Medium Laser, but added a [[Gauss Rifle]] for concentrated long-range fire. This required the minimum amount of double heat sinks and slightly less armor.<ref name=JC128 /> BV (2.0) = 2,020<ref>''Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2'', p. 134</ref>
  
 
===Custom Variants===
 
===Custom Variants===
*; RMP-4G ''Rampage'' Benbaoudaoud : This ''Rampage'' model was the personal 'Mech of [[General]] Viktoria Benboudaoud, commander of the [[Rim Worlds Republic]] forces on [[New Dallas]].<ref>''Historical Turning Points: New Dallas'', p. 2</ref> Based on the 5G chassis, this custom refit replaced the missile launchers and MASC of the 5G with a single [[SRM-4]] and a single [[LRM-20]]. The rest of the armament, armor, and performance remains the same as the 5G. BV(2.0)=1,751<ref>''Historical Turning Points: New Dallas'', p. 19</ref>
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*;RMP-4G ''Rampage'' Benbaoudaoud : This ''Rampage'' model was the personal 'Mech of [[General]] Viktoria Benboudaoud, commander of the [[Rim Worlds Republic]] forces on [[New Dallas]].<ref>''Historical Turning Points: New Dallas'', p. 2</ref> Based on the 5G chassis, this custom refit replaced the missile launchers and MASC of the 5G with a single [[SRM-4]] and a single [[LRM-20]]. The rest of the armament, armor, and performance remains the same as the 5G. BV(2.0)=1,751<ref>''Historical Turning Points: New Dallas'', p. 19</ref>
 
 
==Design Quirks==
 
The ''Rampage'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Rampage Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Vestigial Hands|Vestigial Hands (RA)]]
 
* [[Bad Reputation]]
 
* [[Obsolete|Obsolete (2780)]]
 
  
 
==Notable pilots==
 
==Notable pilots==
* General [[Viktoria Benboudaoud]], a [[Rim Worlds Republic]] general, piloted a Rampage at the time of her death, in the battle of [[New Dallas]] in 2766.<ref name="HTP:NDp9">''Historical Turning Points: New Dallas'', p. 9, "Houston, We Have A Problem"</ref>
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*General [[Viktoria Benboudaoud]], a [[Rim Worlds Republic]] general, piloted a Rampage at the time of his death, in the battle of [[New Dallas]] in 2766.<ref name="HTP:NDp9">''Historical Turning Points: New Dallas'', p. 9, "Houston, We Have A Problem"</ref>
  
* [[Captain]] [[Bernard Critchly]], of the [[Greenhaven Gestapo]], who earned his nickname "Ogre" for his poor hygiene and brutal disposition, was a Rampage pilot. In Rome, he killed more than six hundred monks with his BattleMech.<ref name=TRSWp162f />
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==Notes==
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Despite his age, the Rampage is a powerful and advanced Mech, very rare but still used in the [[Dark Age]].
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
* [[BattleTechnology#Issue 16|''BattleTechnology'', Issue #16]] (apocryphal)
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*''[[BattleTechnology]]'', Issue 16
* ''[[Historical Turning Points: New Dallas]]''
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*''[[Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2]]''
* ''[[Jihad Conspiracies: Interstellar Players 2]]''
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*''[[Historical Turning Points: New Dallas]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Succession Wars]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Succession Wars]]''
 
  
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