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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | A recon and strike [[BattleMech]] developed during the [[Star League Era|Golden Age]], the ''Shadow Hawk'' is a powerful fusion of maneuverability and firepower. With long-range missiles and class-5 autocannon for ranged combat, and SRMs and lasers for close in work, the ''Shadow Hawk'' outguns many BattleMechs in its weight class. [[Jump Jet]]s enhance an already speedy | + | A recon and strike [[BattleMech]] developed during the [[Star League Era|Golden Age]], the ''Shadow Hawk'' is a powerful fusion of maneuverability and firepower. With long-range missiles and a class-5 autocannon for ranged combat, and SRMs and lasers for close-in work, the ''Shadow Hawk'' outguns many BattleMechs in its weight class. [[Jump Jet]]s enhance an already speedy BattleMech's ability to bring its guns to bear and keep better-armed enemies at range. A superior BattleMech for commanding a reconnaissance company or serving as a spotter for heavy and assault [[lance]]s, the ''Shadow Hawk'' is a proven and capable design that has served with distinction for more than five centuries.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', pp. 66-67</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289</ref> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Shadow Hawk'' as mentioned above carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the [[Armstrong Industries/J11 (AC-5)|Armstrong J11]] [[Autocannon/5]]. This weapon as well as the Holly [[LRM-5]] launcher provide the ''Shadow Hawk'' with good long range striking capabilities. When the ''Shadow Hawk'' closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its Holly [[SRM-2]] launcher and its Martell [[Medium Laser]] which can generally finish off most [['Mechs]] of its own weight class or smaller that might have survived the mixed autocannon and LRM fire.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> | + | The ''Shadow Hawk'' as mentioned above carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the [[Armstrong Industries/J11 (AC-5)|Armstrong J11]] [[Autocannon/5]]. This weapon as well as the Holly [[LRM-5]] launcher provide the ''Shadow Hawk'' with good long-range striking capabilities. When the ''Shadow Hawk'' closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its Holly [[SRM-2]] launcher and its Martell [[Medium Laser]] which can generally finish off most [['Mechs]] of its own weight class or smaller that might have survived the mixed autocannon and LRM fire.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;SHD-1R : First introduced in [[2457]], this first generation of the ''Shadow Hawk'' employs [[Primitive Technology|early BattleMech technology]] in its weaponry, equipment and its armor. This design was first produced by [[Lang Industries]] on [[Caph]], where | + | *;SHD-1R : First introduced in [[2457]], this first generation of the ''Shadow Hawk'' employs [[Primitive Technology|early BattleMech technology]] in its weaponry, equipment and its armor. This design was first produced by [[Lang Industries]] on [[Caph]], where it was designed as part of the Hegemony's efforts to keep ahead of the Inner Sphere's newly stolen BattleMech technology. The SHD-1R was equipped with a single shoulder mounted Class 5 Autocannon and a single Medium Laser. The 'Mech's primitive fusion engine allowed the 'Mech to reach a maximum of 60+ Km/ph and power its three [[Jump Jets]]. The 'Mech was protected by 14 tons of [[Primitive Armor]] and had 10 heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 841<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1'', pp. 5, 19 SHD-1R Shadow Hawk - Profile on primitive Shadow Hawk and specs.</ref> |
| − | *;SHD-2Hb : The Royal upgrade of the ''Shadow Hawk'' changes the role of the 'Mech to a close-range brawler. The weapon systems are replaced with | + | *;SHD-2Hb : The Royal upgrade of the ''Shadow Hawk'' changes the role of the 'Mech to a close-range brawler. The weapon systems are replaced with an [[LB 10-X AC]], two [[Streak SRM-2]] and two medium lasers. The heat sinks are doubles and the ammo is protected by [[CASE]]. To save weight it uses Endo-Steel chassis and Ferro-Fibrous armor. BV (2.0) = 1354<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 40</ref> |
*;SHD-2K : The -2K ''Shadow Hawk'' dramatically overhauls the chassis by replacing all original armaments, save the [[LRM-5]], with a Donal [[PPC]] and extra [[heat sink]]s. This [[House Kurita]] specialty became one of the deadliest units of the [[Succession Wars]].<ref name=RS99>''Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 99</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,018, BV (2.0) = 1,147<ref name=RS99 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 462</ref> | *;SHD-2K : The -2K ''Shadow Hawk'' dramatically overhauls the chassis by replacing all original armaments, save the [[LRM-5]], with a Donal [[PPC]] and extra [[heat sink]]s. This [[House Kurita]] specialty became one of the deadliest units of the [[Succession Wars]].<ref name=RS99>''Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 99</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,018, BV (2.0) = 1,147<ref name=RS99 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 462</ref> | ||
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*;SHD-2H (C) : A [[Clan]]-tech retrofit of the classic ''Shadow Hawk'' and intended for second-line and [[solahma]] troops, the ''Shadow Hawk C'' replaces all [[Inner Sphere]]-tech weaponry with Clan equivalents but leaves the structural components of the SHD-2H unaltered. The ''Shadow Hawk C'' mounts an [[LB 5-X AC]], an [[LRM-5]] equipped with [[Swarm LRM]] munitions, a [[Streak SRM-2]], and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. <ref name=BFT>''The Battle for Twycross'', p. 48</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,260<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 85</ref> | *;SHD-2H (C) : A [[Clan]]-tech retrofit of the classic ''Shadow Hawk'' and intended for second-line and [[solahma]] troops, the ''Shadow Hawk C'' replaces all [[Inner Sphere]]-tech weaponry with Clan equivalents but leaves the structural components of the SHD-2H unaltered. The ''Shadow Hawk C'' mounts an [[LB 5-X AC]], an [[LRM-5]] equipped with [[Swarm LRM]] munitions, a [[Streak SRM-2]], and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. <ref name=BFT>''The Battle for Twycross'', p. 48</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,260<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 85</ref> | ||
| − | *;SHD-2D2 : The -2D2 is an upgrade of the -2D Shadow Hawk. This upgrade changes the [[SRM-2]] launchers to [[Streak SRM-2]]s and carries a total of six and a half tons of armor. Otherwise, it is identical to the -2D ''Shadow Hawk''. BV (1.0) = 896, BV (2.0) = 1,049<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 75</ref> | + | *;SHD-2D2 : The -2D2 is an upgrade of the -2D ''Shadow Hawk''. This upgrade changes the [[SRM-2]] launchers to [[Streak SRM-2]]s and carries a total of six and a half tons of armor. Otherwise, it is identical to the -2D ''Shadow Hawk''. BV (1.0) = 896, BV (2.0) = 1,049<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 75</ref> |
*;SHD-3K : Based on the -2K, this variant carries a [[Heavy PPC]], [[MML-5]], and ER Medium Laser. CASE protects the missile ammunition, while [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor covers the 'Mech. A [[C3 Slave]] unit is installed to provide targeting data to friendly units.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 242</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,591<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 76</ref> | *;SHD-3K : Based on the -2K, this variant carries a [[Heavy PPC]], [[MML-5]], and ER Medium Laser. CASE protects the missile ammunition, while [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor covers the 'Mech. A [[C3 Slave]] unit is installed to provide targeting data to friendly units.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 242</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,591<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 76</ref> | ||
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*;SHD-7CS : The -7CS is an electronics heavy, high tech upgrade of the ''Shadow Hawk''. The [['Mech]] carries an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], an [[LRM-15]] launcher mated to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, and two [[ER Medium Laser]]s. This is all linked to an [[improved C3]] computer. The [['Mech]] has ten and a half tons of armor, is built with an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and uses an extralight engine. BV (1.0) = 1,370, BV (2.0) = 1,496<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 79</ref> | *;SHD-7CS : The -7CS is an electronics heavy, high tech upgrade of the ''Shadow Hawk''. The [['Mech]] carries an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], an [[LRM-15]] launcher mated to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, and two [[ER Medium Laser]]s. This is all linked to an [[improved C3]] computer. The [['Mech]] has ten and a half tons of armor, is built with an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and uses an extralight engine. BV (1.0) = 1,370, BV (2.0) = 1,496<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 79</ref> | ||
| − | *;SHD-7M : The -7M ''Shadow Hawk'' uses one of the newest technologies available in the [[Free Worlds League]]. The [['Mech]] is built using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis with ten and a half tons of standard armor, with [[CASE]]. The -7M carries a [[Light Gauss Rifle]], [[LRM-15]], | + | *;SHD-7M : The -7M ''Shadow Hawk'' uses one of the newest technologies available in the [[Free Worlds League]]. The [['Mech]] is built using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis with ten and a half tons of standard armor, with [[CASE]]. The -7M carries a [[Light Gauss Rifle]], [[LRM-15]], Streak SRM-2, and a Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,351, BV (2.0) = 1,447<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 80</ref> |
*;SHD-8L : This variant uses a [[Medium VSP]], an [[MML-5]], and a [[Plasma Rifle]]. Improved Jump Jets provide a jump range of 210 meters. For electronic warfare support, this version uses a Guardian ECM Suite and a Beagle Active Probe. Power is provided by an XL Engine.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 242</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,536<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 81</ref> | *;SHD-8L : This variant uses a [[Medium VSP]], an [[MML-5]], and a [[Plasma Rifle]]. Improved Jump Jets provide a jump range of 210 meters. For electronic warfare support, this version uses a Guardian ECM Suite and a Beagle Active Probe. Power is provided by an XL Engine.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 242</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,536<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 81</ref> | ||
| − | *;SHD-9D : The ''Shadow Hawk'' 9D carries as its primary weapons a new [[Light Autocannon/5]] and a pair of [[MML-5]] launchers. The MML launchers can fire both LRM and SRM ammunition, giving the 'Mech a great deal of tactical flexibility. For close range defense, the 'Mech has a highly accurate [[Medium Pulse Laser]] which is also linked to a [[Targeting Computer]] with the Autocannon for increased accuracy. The 9D also has a | + | *;SHD-9D : The ''Shadow Hawk'' 9D carries as its primary weapons a new [[Light Autocannon/5]] and a pair of [[MML-5]] launchers. The MML launchers can fire both LRM and SRM ammunition, giving the 'Mech a great deal of tactical flexibility. For close range defense, the 'Mech has a highly accurate [[Medium Pulse Laser]] which is also linked to a [[Targeting Computer]] with the Autocannon for increased accuracy. The 9D also has a C3 Slave, allowing it to share targeting data with friendly units which are linked to the 'Mech in a [[C3 Network]]. The pilot is protected by [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor and a [[Full-Head Ejection System]]. BV (2.0) = 1,313<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 82</ref> |
| − | *;SHD-11CS : This variant uses a [[Light Engine]], [[Endo Steel]], and [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor to mount a [[Snub-Nose PPC]], and | + | *;SHD-11CS : This variant uses a [[Light Engine]], [[Endo Steel]], and [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor to mount a [[Snub-Nose PPC]], and LRM-15 guided by an Artemis IV FCS, and a pair of ER Medium Lasers. The accuracy of these weapons is aided by the inclusion of an improved C3 Computer. Like the other "Phoenix" variants, it is equipped with a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 1,700<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 83</ref> |
| − | *;SHD-12C : Built for the | + | *;SHD-12C : Built for the Rasalhagian forces of the [[Ghost Bear Dominion]], this variant uses a [[Heavy PPC]] as its main weapon, supported by an ER Medium Laser and an [[MML-7]]. [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor protects the pilot, but in the event of a catastrophic failure the pilot can use a Full-Head Ejection System to escape. It has a limited jump capability of 120 meters. To make room for all this equipment, the Bears used an [[Inner Sphere]]-grade [[XL Engine]] and [[Endo Steel]] chassis. BV (2.0) = 1,574<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 243</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
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==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
| − | *'''''[[Shadow Hawk IIC]]''''' - The [[SLDF]] took several ''Shadow Hawk''s with them on their Exodus. The [[Clans]] eventually upgraded several of the old SHD-2H | + | *'''''[[Shadow Hawk IIC]]''''' - The [[SLDF]] took several ''Shadow Hawk''s with them on their Exodus. The [[Clans]] eventually upgraded several of the old SHD-2H 'Mechs with Clan technology, creating the ''Shadow Hawk C'' and, later, completely redesigned the original model to make the ''[[Shadow Hawk IIC]]''. BV (1.0) = 1,646, BV (2.0) = 1,732 |
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
Famous individuals in the BattleTech universe who are associated with the ''Shadow Hawk'' include: | Famous individuals in the BattleTech universe who are associated with the ''Shadow Hawk'' include: | ||
*[[Dechan Fraser]], recruited in the [[Inner Sphere]] by [[Wolf's Dragoons]], was a [[Sergeant]] in the Dragoons in [[3023]] but quickly rose through the ranks. By [[3026]] he was a Lieutenant in command of a lance, and on 8 October 3026 he was promoted to Captain. Piloting his dark blue ''Shadow Hawk'' with a golden falcon painted on the chest, Dechan Fraser helped [[Minobu Tetsuhara]] save [[Jaime Wolf]]'s life on [[Quentin]] IV in 3023, successfully commanded a light company on [[Barlow's End]] in 3026, killed the CO of the attacking [[Ryuken]] on [[An Ting]] on 11 January [[3028]] and killed [[Jerry Akuma]] two days later. In a battle on [[Misery]] on 23 April 3028, his lance captured [[Fadre Singh]] and on 20 May engaged Minobu Tetsuhara's provisional command lance, capturing both Tetsuhara and [[Michi Noketsuna]]. After Misery, Dechan Fraser left the Dragoons to follow Noketsuna in his quest for vengeance against Warlord [[Grieg Samsanov|Samsanov]].<ref>''[[Wolves on the Border]]''</ref> By the time of the [[War of 3039]] he fought in the [[DCMS]], piloting a ''HTM-27W [[Hatamoto-Chi#Variants|Hatamoto-ku]]''. | *[[Dechan Fraser]], recruited in the [[Inner Sphere]] by [[Wolf's Dragoons]], was a [[Sergeant]] in the Dragoons in [[3023]] but quickly rose through the ranks. By [[3026]] he was a Lieutenant in command of a lance, and on 8 October 3026 he was promoted to Captain. Piloting his dark blue ''Shadow Hawk'' with a golden falcon painted on the chest, Dechan Fraser helped [[Minobu Tetsuhara]] save [[Jaime Wolf]]'s life on [[Quentin]] IV in 3023, successfully commanded a light company on [[Barlow's End]] in 3026, killed the CO of the attacking [[Ryuken]] on [[An Ting]] on 11 January [[3028]] and killed [[Jerry Akuma]] two days later. In a battle on [[Misery]] on 23 April 3028, his lance captured [[Fadre Singh]] and on 20 May engaged Minobu Tetsuhara's provisional command lance, capturing both Tetsuhara and [[Michi Noketsuna]]. After Misery, Dechan Fraser left the Dragoons to follow Noketsuna in his quest for vengeance against Warlord [[Grieg Samsanov|Samsanov]].<ref>''[[Wolves on the Border]]''</ref> By the time of the [[War of 3039]] he fought in the [[DCMS]], piloting a ''HTM-27W [[Hatamoto-Chi#Variants|Hatamoto-ku]]''. | ||
| − | *[[Grayson Death Carlyle]] re-acquired a former [[Carlyle's Commandos]] ''Shadow Hawk'' after their rout on Trellwan. He used it as his personal 'Mech during the following campaign to free Trellwan from [[Duke Ricol]] and the [[Draconis Combine]] and during the infancy of the [[Gray Death Legion]]. Carlyle's ''Shadow Hawk'' was disabled and later passed to [[Lori Kalmar]] after the liberation of [[Verthandi]] in [[3024]] when Grayson switched to a ''[[Marauder]]''. The [[Gray Death Legion]] fielded two ''Shadow Hawk'' [[ | + | *[[Grayson Death Carlyle]] re-acquired a former [[Carlyle's Commandos]] ''Shadow Hawk'' after their rout on Trellwan. He used it as his personal 'Mech during the following campaign to free Trellwan from [[Duke Ricol]] and the [[Draconis Combine]] and during the infancy of the [[Gray Death Legion]]. Carlyle's ''Shadow Hawk'' was disabled and later passed to [[Lori Kalmar]] after the liberation of [[Verthandi]] in [[3024]] when Grayson switched to a ''[[Marauder]]''. The [[Gray Death Legion]] fielded two ''Shadow Hawk'' [[BattleMech]]s in their next campaign on Helm in 3027. |
==BattleMech Gallery== | ==BattleMech Gallery== | ||
Revision as of 10:42, 17 December 2013
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| Shadow Hawk | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Lang Industries Incorporated, Earthwerks Incorporated, Majesty Metals and Manufacturing, Odin Manufacturing, Vandenberg Mechanized Industries |
| Production Year | 2550[1] |
| Model | SHD-2H |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 4,539,382 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Lang T1 |
| Armor | Maximillian 43 |
| Engine | Core Tek 275 |
| Communications System | O/P 300 COMSET |
| Targeting Tracking System | O/P 2000A |
| Heat Sinks | 12 |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Pitban LFT-50 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 918 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,064[2][3] |
The Shadow Hawk is one of the most iconic BattleMechs in BattleTech. Due to legal difficulties, the Shadow Hawk was among the Unseen BattleMechs of BattleTech. Legal disputes over ownership of this image were resolved in Summer, 2009.
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Description
A recon and strike BattleMech developed during the Golden Age, the Shadow Hawk is a powerful fusion of maneuverability and firepower. With long-range missiles and a class-5 autocannon for ranged combat, and SRMs and lasers for close-in work, the Shadow Hawk outguns many BattleMechs in its weight class. Jump Jets enhance an already speedy BattleMech's ability to bring its guns to bear and keep better-armed enemies at range. A superior BattleMech for commanding a reconnaissance company or serving as a spotter for heavy and assault lances, the Shadow Hawk is a proven and capable design that has served with distinction for more than five centuries.[4][5]
Armament
The Shadow Hawk as mentioned above carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the Armstrong J11 Autocannon/5. This weapon as well as the Holly LRM-5 launcher provide the Shadow Hawk with good long-range striking capabilities. When the Shadow Hawk closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its Holly SRM-2 launcher and its Martell Medium Laser which can generally finish off most 'Mechs of its own weight class or smaller that might have survived the mixed autocannon and LRM fire.[4][5]
Variants
- SHD-1R
- First introduced in 2457, this first generation of the Shadow Hawk employs early BattleMech technology in its weaponry, equipment and its armor. This design was first produced by Lang Industries on Caph, where it was designed as part of the Hegemony's efforts to keep ahead of the Inner Sphere's newly stolen BattleMech technology. The SHD-1R was equipped with a single shoulder mounted Class 5 Autocannon and a single Medium Laser. The 'Mech's primitive fusion engine allowed the 'Mech to reach a maximum of 60+ Km/ph and power its three Jump Jets. The 'Mech was protected by 14 tons of Primitive Armor and had 10 heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 841[6]
- SHD-2Hb
- The Royal upgrade of the Shadow Hawk changes the role of the 'Mech to a close-range brawler. The weapon systems are replaced with an LB 10-X AC, two Streak SRM-2 and two medium lasers. The heat sinks are doubles and the ammo is protected by CASE. To save weight it uses Endo-Steel chassis and Ferro-Fibrous armor. BV (2.0) = 1354[7]
- SHD-2K
- The -2K Shadow Hawk dramatically overhauls the chassis by replacing all original armaments, save the LRM-5, with a Donal PPC and extra heat sinks. This House Kurita specialty became one of the deadliest units of the Succession Wars.[8] BV (1.0) = 1,018, BV (2.0) = 1,147[8][9]
- SHD-2D
- The -2D looks to increase the close range capabilities of the Shadow Hawk at great cost to its armor. The -2D reduces the armor protection by five tons and adds a second SRM-2 launcher and an additional Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 765, BV (2.0) = 899[10]
- SHD-2H (C)
- A Clan-tech retrofit of the classic Shadow Hawk and intended for second-line and solahma troops, the Shadow Hawk C replaces all Inner Sphere-tech weaponry with Clan equivalents but leaves the structural components of the SHD-2H unaltered. The Shadow Hawk C mounts an LB 5-X AC, an LRM-5 equipped with Swarm LRM munitions, a Streak SRM-2, and an ER Medium Laser. [11] BV (2.0) = 1,260[12]
- SHD-2D2
- The -2D2 is an upgrade of the -2D Shadow Hawk. This upgrade changes the SRM-2 launchers to Streak SRM-2s and carries a total of six and a half tons of armor. Otherwise, it is identical to the -2D Shadow Hawk. BV (1.0) = 896, BV (2.0) = 1,049[13]
- SHD-5D
- The -5D Shadow Hawk is a Davion upgrade to the original. The -5D utilizes the new Rotary Autocannon/5 and also carries two Medium Lasers and a Streak SRM-4. In addition, the 'Mech uses an Endo Steel chassis & carries nine and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, with CASE. BV (1.0) = 1,629, BV (2.0) = 1,684[16]
- SHD-5M
- The -5M Shadow Hawk is the first complete overhaul and upgrade of the design. The chassis has been upgraded with Endo Steel, the engine is an extralight version, and the weapons load has undergone an almost complete renovation. The 'Mech uses double heat sinks, carries ten and a half tons of armor with CASE, and is armed with an Ultra Autocannon/5, LRM-20 launcher, Streak SRM-2, and a Medium Laser. In addition, the jumping distance is now a full 150 meters. BV (1.0) = 1,349, BV (2.0) = 1,430[17]
- SHD-7CS
- The -7CS is an electronics heavy, high tech upgrade of the Shadow Hawk. The 'Mech carries an Ultra Autocannon/5, an LRM-15 launcher mated to an Artemis IV fire control system, and two ER Medium Lasers. This is all linked to an improved C3 computer. The 'Mech has ten and a half tons of armor, is built with an Endo Steel chassis and uses an extralight engine. BV (1.0) = 1,370, BV (2.0) = 1,496[18]
- SHD-7M
- The -7M Shadow Hawk uses one of the newest technologies available in the Free Worlds League. The 'Mech is built using an Endo Steel chassis with ten and a half tons of standard armor, with CASE. The -7M carries a Light Gauss Rifle, LRM-15, Streak SRM-2, and a Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,351, BV (2.0) = 1,447[19]
- SHD-8L
- This variant uses a Medium VSP, an MML-5, and a Plasma Rifle. Improved Jump Jets provide a jump range of 210 meters. For electronic warfare support, this version uses a Guardian ECM Suite and a Beagle Active Probe. Power is provided by an XL Engine.[20] BV (2.0) = 1,536[21]
- SHD-9D
- The Shadow Hawk 9D carries as its primary weapons a new Light Autocannon/5 and a pair of MML-5 launchers. The MML launchers can fire both LRM and SRM ammunition, giving the 'Mech a great deal of tactical flexibility. For close range defense, the 'Mech has a highly accurate Medium Pulse Laser which is also linked to a Targeting Computer with the Autocannon for increased accuracy. The 9D also has a C3 Slave, allowing it to share targeting data with friendly units which are linked to the 'Mech in a C3 Network. The pilot is protected by Light Ferro-Fibrous armor and a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 1,313[22]
- SHD-11CS
- This variant uses a Light Engine, Endo Steel, and Light Ferro-Fibrous armor to mount a Snub-Nose PPC, and LRM-15 guided by an Artemis IV FCS, and a pair of ER Medium Lasers. The accuracy of these weapons is aided by the inclusion of an improved C3 Computer. Like the other "Phoenix" variants, it is equipped with a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 1,700[23]
- SHD-12C
- Built for the Rasalhagian forces of the Ghost Bear Dominion, this variant uses a Heavy PPC as its main weapon, supported by an ER Medium Laser and an MML-7. Light Ferro-Fibrous armor protects the pilot, but in the event of a catastrophic failure the pilot can use a Full-Head Ejection System to escape. It has a limited jump capability of 120 meters. To make room for all this equipment, the Bears used an Inner Sphere-grade XL Engine and Endo Steel chassis. BV (2.0) = 1,574[24]
Custom Variants
Apocryphal Variants
- SHD-5S
- The 5S is a variant of the 5M used by the Special Forces. It replaces all standard weapons with one Large Laser, one Medium Pulse Laser and four Medium Lasers. In addition, it carries a Beagle Active Probe in the right torso, while an Guardian ECM Suite is installed in the left torso. Its left arm is also equipped with a TAG, while its head contains a cargo space. It is armored by eleven and a half tons of standard armor. BV (1.0) = , BV (2.0) = [26]
Related BattleMechs
- Shadow Hawk IIC - The SLDF took several Shadow Hawks with them on their Exodus. The Clans eventually upgraded several of the old SHD-2H 'Mechs with Clan technology, creating the Shadow Hawk C and, later, completely redesigned the original model to make the Shadow Hawk IIC. BV (1.0) = 1,646, BV (2.0) = 1,732
Notable Pilots
Famous individuals in the BattleTech universe who are associated with the Shadow Hawk include:
- Dechan Fraser, recruited in the Inner Sphere by Wolf's Dragoons, was a Sergeant in the Dragoons in 3023 but quickly rose through the ranks. By 3026 he was a Lieutenant in command of a lance, and on 8 October 3026 he was promoted to Captain. Piloting his dark blue Shadow Hawk with a golden falcon painted on the chest, Dechan Fraser helped Minobu Tetsuhara save Jaime Wolf's life on Quentin IV in 3023, successfully commanded a light company on Barlow's End in 3026, killed the CO of the attacking Ryuken on An Ting on 11 January 3028 and killed Jerry Akuma two days later. In a battle on Misery on 23 April 3028, his lance captured Fadre Singh and on 20 May engaged Minobu Tetsuhara's provisional command lance, capturing both Tetsuhara and Michi Noketsuna. After Misery, Dechan Fraser left the Dragoons to follow Noketsuna in his quest for vengeance against Warlord Samsanov.[27] By the time of the War of 3039 he fought in the DCMS, piloting a HTM-27W Hatamoto-ku.
- Grayson Death Carlyle re-acquired a former Carlyle's Commandos Shadow Hawk after their rout on Trellwan. He used it as his personal 'Mech during the following campaign to free Trellwan from Duke Ricol and the Draconis Combine and during the infancy of the Gray Death Legion. Carlyle's Shadow Hawk was disabled and later passed to Lori Kalmar after the liberation of Verthandi in 3024 when Grayson switched to a Marauder. The Gray Death Legion fielded two Shadow Hawk BattleMechs in their next campaign on Helm in 3027.
BattleMech Gallery
SHD-1R Shadow Hawk
SHD-5D Shadow Hawk
SHD-7M Shadow Hawk
SHD-7CS Shadow Hawk
SHD-12C Shadow Hawk
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Shadow Hawk
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3039, p. 289
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 461
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Technical Readout: 3025, pp. 66-67
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 289
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1, pp. 5, 19 SHD-1R Shadow Hawk - Profile on primitive Shadow Hawk and specs.
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 40
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 99
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 462
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 460
- ↑ The Battle for Twycross, p. 48
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 85
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 75
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 242
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 76
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 77
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 78
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 79
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 80
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 242
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 81
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 82
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 83
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 243
- ↑ BattleTech Dossiers: The Bounty Hunter, p. 25
- ↑ BattleTechnology #21
- ↑ Wolves on the Border
Bibliography
- BattleTech Dossiers: The Bounty Hunter
- Decision at Thunder Rift
- Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1
- Master Unit List
- Mercenary's Star
- The Price of Glory
- Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3067
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix
- Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3055
- Technical Readout: Project Phoenix
- Technical Readout: 3085
- The Battle for Twycross
- Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades