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{{Update Needed|[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33]]}}
 
{{InfoBoxCombatVehicle
 
{{InfoBoxCombatVehicle
| image = SM1.jpg
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| image = SM Tank Destroyer RGilClan v33.jpg
| name = SM1 Tank Destroyer
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| name = SM Tank Destroyer SM1
 
| manufacturer = [[Luthien Armor Works]]
 
| manufacturer = [[Luthien Armor Works]]
 
| production year=3068
 
| production year=3068
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| cost = 3,095,500 C-bills
 
| cost = 3,095,500 C-bills
 
| mass = 50 tons
 
| mass = 50 tons
| armor = Advanced Compound Beta
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| armor = [[Advanced Compound Beta]]
| engine = 165 [[Fusion Engine|Fusion]]
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| engine = [[165 fusion]]
 
| comsys = [[Unit 2J2 "Basher"]]
 
| comsys = [[Unit 2J2 "Basher"]]
 
| T&T = [[Able-Seven Sensor Suite (TTS)|Able-Seven Sensor Suite]]
 
| T&T = [[Able-Seven Sensor Suite (TTS)|Able-Seven Sensor Suite]]
| heat sinks = 10
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| heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]]
 
| speed = 129
 
| speed = 129
 
| Crew = 4
 
| Crew = 4
 
| armament =  
 
| armament =  
*1x Type 10 [[Ultra Autocannon/20]]
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* 1x [[Ultra Autocannon/20]]
*4x Series 2c [[Light Machine Gun]]         
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* 4x [[Light Machine Gun]]         
 
| BV (1.0) = 1,204<ref>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I'', p. 24</ref>
 
| BV (1.0) = 1,204<ref>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I'', p. 24</ref>
 
| BV (2.0) = 1,585<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 131</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 248</ref>
 
| BV (2.0) = 1,585<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 131</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 248</ref>
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==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''SM1 Tank Destroyer''' was designed as a speedy infighter by scientists from [[Clan Nova Cat]]. The machine is a cheap and effective [[combat vehicle]]. The vehicle has unique "glass" dual cockpits on the front of the vehicle that are functionally identical while mounting a smaller anti-infantry turret just behind its left side cockpit.<ref name=TRO130>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 130</ref> The vehicle's unique split cockpit design allows the cockpit modules to eject from the vehicle. Due to its appearance, the SM1 was dubbed the "Suicide Machine" by its first pilots because they felt over-exposed with the tank's all ferro-glass cockpit.<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3070'', p. 134-135</ref>  
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The '''SM1 tank destroyer''' was designed as a speedy infighter by scientists from [[Clan Nova Cat]]. The machine is a cheap and effective [[combat vehicle]]. The vehicle has unique "glass" dual cockpits on the front of the vehicle that are functionally identical while mounting a smaller anti-infantry turret just behind its left side cockpit.<ref name=TRO130>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 130</ref> The vehicle's unique split cockpit design allows the cockpit modules to eject from the vehicle. Due to its appearance, the SM1 was dubbed the "Suicide Machine" by its first pilots because they felt overexposed with the tank's all ferro-glass cockpit.<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3070'', p. 134-135</ref>  
  
 
Following their integration with the [[Draconis Combine]] in [[3060]], [[Clan Nova Cat]] found its advanced manufacturing capacities lacking due to the harsh realities of living in the [[Inner Sphere]]. Thus the Clan decided to begin to embrace the Inner Sphere's combined-arms doctrine of combat.<ref name=TRO130 />
 
Following their integration with the [[Draconis Combine]] in [[3060]], [[Clan Nova Cat]] found its advanced manufacturing capacities lacking due to the harsh realities of living in the [[Inner Sphere]]. Thus the Clan decided to begin to embrace the Inner Sphere's combined-arms doctrine of combat.<ref name=TRO130 />
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Working with [[Luthien Armor Works]], as it did with the [[Shoden]] project at LAW's defunct facilities on [[Irece]], this facility began to produce the SM1 Tank Destroyer in [[3065]]. Clan Nova Cat provided the advanced technology from their own factories after upgrading LAW's facilities on Irece. The deal with LAW gave the Clan shares in the manufacturing plant itself, and purchasing rights for the SM1's first five years of production.<ref name=TRO130 />
 
Working with [[Luthien Armor Works]], as it did with the [[Shoden]] project at LAW's defunct facilities on [[Irece]], this facility began to produce the SM1 Tank Destroyer in [[3065]]. Clan Nova Cat provided the advanced technology from their own factories after upgrading LAW's facilities on Irece. The deal with LAW gave the Clan shares in the manufacturing plant itself, and purchasing rights for the SM1's first five years of production.<ref name=TRO130 />
  
The vehicle was accepted by Nova Cat Galaxies after the performance of volunteer crews. After the vehicles were first introduced, several appeared in the ranks of the Draconis Combine's local [[Ryuken]] [[regiment]], which they have apparently won through trials.<ref name=TRO130 />
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The vehicle was accepted by Nova Cat Galaxies after the performance of volunteer crews. After the vehicles were first introduced, several appeared in the ranks of the Draconis Combine's local [[Ryuken]] [[regiment]], which they apparently won through trials.<ref name=TRO130 />
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The SM1 mounts a deadly Type 10 [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] fixed in its nose. The gun has over six tons of ammunition. The tank also mounts four Series 2C [[Light Machine Gun]]s in its small turret for anti-infantry work.<ref name=TRO130 />
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The SM1 mounts a deadly Type 10 [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] fixed in its nose. The gun has six tons of ammunition. The tank also mounts four Series 2C [[Light Machine Gun]]s in its small turret for anti-infantry work.<ref name=TRO130 />
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
 
*;SM1A : This variant swaps out the Ultra AC for an [[LB-X Autocannon/20]] with five tons of ammunition. The weight saved goes towards a [[Light Active Probe]], and a [[Machine Gun Array|Light Machine Gun Array]] to guide its 4 [[Light Machine Gun|light machine guns]].<ref name=TRO130 /> The vehicle became available during the FedCom Civil War. = BV (2.0) = 1,214<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 104</ref>, 1,239<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 249</ref>
 
*;SM1A : This variant swaps out the Ultra AC for an [[LB-X Autocannon/20]] with five tons of ammunition. The weight saved goes towards a [[Light Active Probe]], and a [[Machine Gun Array|Light Machine Gun Array]] to guide its 4 [[Light Machine Gun|light machine guns]].<ref name=TRO130 /> The vehicle became available during the FedCom Civil War. = BV (2.0) = 1,214<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 104</ref>, 1,239<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 249</ref>
  
*;SM3 : This variant swaps the autocannon for a [[Gauss Rifle]], [[Medium Pulse Laser]] and four [[Light Machine Gun|Light Machine Guns]].<ref name=TRO130 /> The Gauss Rifle been given 32 rounds, while the light machine guns been given hundred rounds between the for guns. BV (2.0) = 1,593<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 105</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 250</ref>
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*;SM3 : This variant swaps the autocannon for a [[Gauss rifle]], [[Medium Pulse Laser]] and four [[Light Machine Gun|Light Machine Guns]].<ref name=TRO130 /> The Gauss Rifle has been given 32 rounds of ammunition, while the light machine guns have one hundred rounds between the four guns. BV (2.0) = 1,593<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 105</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 250</ref>
  
*;SM1 Telos : Originally developed by [[Clan Nova Cat]], the [[DCMS]] took over development of this model. All the weapons and armor have been removed, and replaced with [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]]. The main weaponry was replaced with a single [[Extended LRM-15]] launcher and five tons of ammunition. A single Machine Gun and half ton of ammunition complete the weapons loadout. A [[Guardian ECM Suite]] is used to power the stealth armor. The ammo is stored in a [[CASE]] protected bay.<ref name=XTRO:Pp9>''Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms'', p. 9</ref>
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*;SM1 Telos : Originally developed by [[Clan Nova Cat]], the [[DCMS]] took over development of this model. All the weapons and armor have been removed, and replaced with [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]]. The main weaponry was replaced with a single [[Extended LRM-15]] launcher and five tons of ammunition. A single Machine Gun and half ton of ammunition complete the weapons loadout, and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] is used to power the stealth armor. The ammo is stored in a [[CASE]] protected bay.<ref name=XTRO:Pp9>''Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms'', p. 9</ref>
  
==Sightings==
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*;SM5 Field Commander : This prototype OmniVehicle was created by the Kell Hounds using Clan technology. A 215-rated [[XL engine]] engine with [[Supercharger]] lets the SM5 speed around at 151 km/h and sprint at 194 km/h. The Field Commander has eighteen tons of pod space available, and can carry five tons of that equipment in the turret. The only configuration currently mounts an Ultra Autocannon/20 in the nose, with four tons of ammunition in the body. The turret carries an ER Medium Laser and a TAG unit. The biggest change is the eight tons of [[Ballistic Reinforced Armor]] used to provide protection. BV (2.0) = 2,147<ref>''Shrapnel (magazine)|Shrapnel Issue #5'', p. 163</ref>
*A [[Clan Nova Cat]] SM1 engaged a [[Word of Blake]] ''[[Deva]]'' on 21 August [[3072]], in the [[Nagasaki]] community zone of the [[Crane (district)|Crane]] district on [[Luthien]], before being incapacitated and its crew executed by the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]].<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Luthien'', p. 1, "Manifest Destiny"</ref>
 
 
 
* [[Callandre Kell]] was known to use an SM1.<ref>''A Bonfire of Worlds'', p. 134</ref>
 
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The ''SM1 Telos'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp9/>
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The '''SM1 Telos''' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp9/>
 
* [[Poor Sealing]]
 
* [[Poor Sealing]]
* [[Rumble Seat]]
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==Gallery==
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<gallery>
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SM1_JHS3070.jpg|SM1 from ''[[Jihad Hot Spots: 3070|JHS:3070]]''
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SM1.jpg|SM1 from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]''
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SM Tank Destroyer RGilClan v33.jpg|SM1 from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33|RG:iClan vol. 33]]''
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SM1 MWDA.png|Original SM1 from ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MWDA]]'' dossiers
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</gallery>
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
*''[[A Bonfire of Worlds]]''
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* ''[[A Bonfire of Worlds]]'' (novel)
*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms]]''
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* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms]]''
*''[[Jihad Hot Spots: 3070]]''
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* ''[[Jihad Hot Spots: 3070]]''
*''[[Jihad Turning Points: Luthien]]''
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* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Luthien]]''
*''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/dark_age_16.pdf Dossier of Mikel Nova Cat]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]
*''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]''
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* ''[[Shrapnel (magazine)|Shrapnel Issue #5]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
  
  
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[[Category:Close Range Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Close Range Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Inner Sphere General Combat Vehicles]]
 
[[Category:Inner Sphere General Combat Vehicles]]
[[Category:Dark Age Vehicles]]
 

Latest revision as of 18:04, 8 April 2024

SM Tank Destroyer RGilClan v33.jpg
SM Tank Destroyer SM1
Production information
Manufacturer Luthien Armor Works
Production Year 3068[1]
Mission Striker/ Close Range/ Urban Combat
Type Hover
Cost 3,095,500 C-bills
Technical specifications
Mass 50 tons
Armor Advanced Compound Beta
Engine 165 fusion
Speed 129 km/h
Crew 4
Communications System Unit 2J2 "Basher"
Targeting Tracking System Able-Seven Sensor Suite
Heat Sinks 10 single
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,204[2]
BV (2.0) 1,585[3][4]


Description[edit]

The SM1 tank destroyer was designed as a speedy infighter by scientists from Clan Nova Cat. The machine is a cheap and effective combat vehicle. The vehicle has unique "glass" dual cockpits on the front of the vehicle that are functionally identical while mounting a smaller anti-infantry turret just behind its left side cockpit.[5] The vehicle's unique split cockpit design allows the cockpit modules to eject from the vehicle. Due to its appearance, the SM1 was dubbed the "Suicide Machine" by its first pilots because they felt overexposed with the tank's all ferro-glass cockpit.[6]

Following their integration with the Draconis Combine in 3060, Clan Nova Cat found its advanced manufacturing capacities lacking due to the harsh realities of living in the Inner Sphere. Thus the Clan decided to begin to embrace the Inner Sphere's combined-arms doctrine of combat.[5]

Working with Luthien Armor Works, as it did with the Shoden project at LAW's defunct facilities on Irece, this facility began to produce the SM1 Tank Destroyer in 3065. Clan Nova Cat provided the advanced technology from their own factories after upgrading LAW's facilities on Irece. The deal with LAW gave the Clan shares in the manufacturing plant itself, and purchasing rights for the SM1's first five years of production.[5]

The vehicle was accepted by Nova Cat Galaxies after the performance of volunteer crews. After the vehicles were first introduced, several appeared in the ranks of the Draconis Combine's local Ryuken regiment, which they apparently won through trials.[5]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The SM1 mounts a deadly Type 10 Ultra Autocannon/20 fixed in its nose. The gun has six tons of ammunition. The tank also mounts four Series 2C Light Machine Guns in its small turret for anti-infantry work.[5]

Variants[edit]

  • SM1 Telos 
    Originally developed by Clan Nova Cat, the DCMS took over development of this model. All the weapons and armor have been removed, and replaced with Vehicular Stealth Armor. The main weaponry was replaced with a single Extended LRM-15 launcher and five tons of ammunition. A single Machine Gun and half ton of ammunition complete the weapons loadout, and a Guardian ECM Suite is used to power the stealth armor. The ammo is stored in a CASE protected bay.[11]
  • SM5 Field Commander 
    This prototype OmniVehicle was created by the Kell Hounds using Clan technology. A 215-rated XL engine engine with Supercharger lets the SM5 speed around at 151 km/h and sprint at 194 km/h. The Field Commander has eighteen tons of pod space available, and can carry five tons of that equipment in the turret. The only configuration currently mounts an Ultra Autocannon/20 in the nose, with four tons of ammunition in the body. The turret carries an ER Medium Laser and a TAG unit. The biggest change is the eight tons of Ballistic Reinforced Armor used to provide protection. BV (2.0) = 2,147[12]

Design Quirks[edit]

The SM1 Telos variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[11]

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. MUL online date for the SM Tank Destroyer
  2. Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I, p. 24
  3. Technical Readout: 3075, p. 131
  4. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 248
  5. 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 130
  6. Jihad Hot Spots: 3070, p. 134-135
  7. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 104
  8. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 249
  9. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 105
  10. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 250
  11. 11.0 11.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms, p. 9
  12. Shrapnel (magazine)|Shrapnel Issue #5, p. 163

Bibliography[edit]