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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;RK-4K : | + | *;RK-4K : A common variant of the 4T, this model replaces the autocannon with an [[ER PPC|Lord’s Light 2 ER PPC]]. BV2=1,286<ref>''Technical Readout: Draconis Combine'', p. 32,84 Rokurokubi - Variant info on RK-4K.</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 137</ref> |
| − | *;RK-4X : A rare but powerful variant, the 4X replaces all the 'Mech's weaponry and armor. These changes include | + | *;RK-4X : A rare but powerful variant, the 4X replaces all the 'Mech's weaponry and armor. These changes include a Clan-tech ER PPC, [[Small Vibroblade]], and Ballistic-Reinforced Armor. BV2=1,858<ref>''Technical Readout: Draconis Combine'', p. 32,86 Rokurokubi - Variant info on RK-4X.</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 139</ref> |
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
Revision as of 20:15, 26 March 2015
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| Rokurokubi | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
| Production Year | 3135[1] |
| Model | RK-4T |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 35 tons tons |
| Chassis | Luthien Class 41 Endo Steel |
| Armor | New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened |
| Engine | Magna 245 XL |
| Targeting Tracking System | Neko Megane 7 |
| Speed | 108 km/h |
| Jump Jets | None |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 998[2][3] |
Contents
Description
First produced in the 3130s, the Rokurokubi is a Light BattleMech built for the armed forces of the Draconis Combine. Styled after ancient Japanese Bushido armor, the Rokurokubi was designed to be a light strike 'Mech. It uses its speed and robust armor to close with an enemy unit while employing its singular ranged weapon until it can bring its sword to bear. The 'Mech was popular amongst the young samurai of House Kurita, who used it for honor duels between warriors in addition to regular combat. Shortly after the invasion of the Republic of the Sphere, it would be used as a leading unit in the invasion of the Federated Suns in the 3140s.[4]
Weapons and Equipment
Designed with minimum weaponry, the Rokurokubi only range weapon is its SarLon MiniCannon Light Class 5 Autocannon. The left arm mounted weapon has 2 tons of ammunition capacity, allowing a pilot flexibility of loading different special ammunition types into the weapon. For close in attack, the 'Mech is armed with a samurai-like sword in its right hand actuator.
To allow the Rokurokubi to survive enemy fire to close in for its MechWarrior to use his melee weapon, the 'Mech is armored with 13.5 tons of New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened Armor. Despite weight of the armor slowing the 'Mech by single 1 kph, its 245-rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine is able to give the Rokurokubi a respectable speed of 108 kph. However, the pilot must be mindful of his armor protection is not foolproof and a hit to the central torso could end up damaging the 'Mech's fragile XL Gyro.[5]
Variants
- RK-4K
- A common variant of the 4T, this model replaces the autocannon with an Lord’s Light 2 ER PPC. BV2=1,286[6][7]
- RK-4X
- A rare but powerful variant, the 4X replaces all the 'Mech's weaponry and armor. These changes include a Clan-tech ER PPC, Small Vibroblade, and Ballistic-Reinforced Armor. BV2=1,858[8][9]
Notable Pilots
- Wahab Fusilli -[citation needed]
Notes
The [Rokurokubi] is named after the Mythological Japanese demon of the same name. They are known to mimic human beings and prey on them when they least expect it.
Design Notes
The Rokurokubi has the following Design Quirks:
Gallery
WizKid's MWDA Figure of the Rokurokubi
Bibliography
- Dragon Rising
- MechWarrior: Age of Destruction
- Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged
- Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine
References
- ↑ online date for the Rokurokubi
- ↑ Technical Readout: Draconis Combine, p. 32,85 Rokurokubi - bv2.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 138
- ↑ Technical Readout: Draconis Combine, p. 32 Rokurokubi - background info.
- ↑ Technical Readout: Draconis Combine, p. 32,85 Rokurokubi - Stats.
- ↑ Technical Readout: Draconis Combine, p. 32,84 Rokurokubi - Variant info on RK-4K.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 137
- ↑ Technical Readout: Draconis Combine, p. 32,86 Rokurokubi - Variant info on RK-4X.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 139