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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= Stinger IIC.jpg | + | |image= Stinger IIC TROPrototypes.jpg |
|name=''Stinger IIC'' | |name=''Stinger IIC'' | ||
|manufacturer=[[Alliance Defenders Limited]]<ref name=trop140>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 140</ref> | |manufacturer=[[Alliance Defenders Limited]]<ref name=trop140>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 140</ref> | ||
|production year=3085 | |production year=3085 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5135/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5135/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| − | |model= | + | |model=Standard |
|introduced= | |introduced= | ||
| − | |cost= | + | |cost=2,195,040 [[C-Bill]]s |
|Tech Base=Clan | |Tech Base=Clan | ||
|mech type=BattleMech | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
|mass=20 | |mass=20 | ||
| − | |chassis=Earthwerks STG-EG<ref name=trop140/> | + | |chassis=[[Earthwerks STG-EG]] [[endo steel]]<ref name=trop140/> |
| − | |armor=[[ | + | |armor=[[Compound FM3 Ferro-Fibrous]]<ref name=trop140/> |
|engine= [[Nissan 120]]<ref name=trop140/> | |engine= [[Nissan 120]]<ref name=trop140/> | ||
|comsys= [[Garret T10B]]<ref name=trop140/> | |comsys= [[Garret T10B]]<ref name=trop140/> | ||
|T&T= [[Tokasha B4 T&T]]<ref name=trop140/> | |T&T= [[Tokasha B4 T&T]]<ref name=trop140/> | ||
| − | |heat sinks= 10 | + | |heat sinks= 10 [[double heat sink]]s |
|speed=97 | |speed=97 | ||
| − | |jumpjets=SR Starlifter 20<ref name=trop140/> | + | |jumpjets=[[SR Starlifter 20]]<ref name=trop140/> |
| − | |armament=2x [[ | + | |armament= |
| + | * 2x [[Improved heavy medium laser]]s<ref name=trop140/> | ||
| + | * 1x [[AP Gauss rifle]]<ref name=trop140/> | ||
|BV (1.0)= | |BV (1.0)= | ||
|BV (2.0)=730<ref name=trop141>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 141</ref> | |BV (2.0)=730<ref name=trop141>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 141</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Stinger IIC''''' serves several purposes. When it was introduced, the [[Outworlds Alliance]] and [[Clan Snow Raven]] hadn't yet | + | The '''''Stinger IIC''''' is a design that serves several purposes. When it was introduced, the [[Outworlds Alliance]] and [[Clan Snow Raven]] hadn't yet officially merged into the [[Raven Alliance]], and the two polities had lost a great deal of their reconnaissance capability due to ongoing struggles with the [[Draconis Combine]]. The ''Stinger IIC'' was introduced to address both issues: it serves as a symbol of the Alliance and Ravens joining forces, and it also serves to increase the reconnaissance capability of the new realm's military. The older ''Stingers'' produced by [[Alliance Defenders Limited]] were upgraded with Clan-spec equipment, allowing Clan warriors to use it without shame, and the Outworlds pilots gained a new [[BattleMech]].<ref name=trop140/> |
| − | Though the ''Stinger IIC'' has a relatively low ground speed by [[Jihad | + | Though the ''Stinger IIC'' has a relatively low ground speed by [[Jihad]]-era standards, it is still fast enough to act as a harasser unit as well as a recon platform. Its 180 meter jump range helps overcome the speed, as well as gives pilots the ability to easily escape difficult terrain. The upgraded armor protection is valued by those warriors used to the older ''[[Stinger]]'' as well, but this armor is still too light to allow the 'Mech to operate in a stand-up fight. Finally, an upgrade to [[double heat sink]]s keep the ''Stinger IIC'' cool.<ref name=trop140/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The basic ''Stinger IIC'' mounts a pair of [[Technology Rating|advanced]] [[improved heavy medium laser]]s. Though it has the same range as the standard [[medium laser]], the improved heavy model will inflict as much damage as a standard [[PPC]] | + | The basic ''Stinger IIC'' mounts a pair of [[Technology Rating|advanced]] [[improved heavy medium laser]]s. Though it has the same range as the standard [[medium laser]], the improved heavy model will inflict as much damage as a standard [[PPC]], and as such two of these weapons allow the ''Stinger IIC'' to inflict heavy damage on units that aren't expecting it. To maintain the anti-infantry capability offered by the original ''Stinger''<nowiki>'</nowiki> [[machine gun]]s, the ''Stinger IIC'' carries an [[AP Gauss rifle]] in the right arm, with a full ton of ammunition.<ref name=trop140/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;''Stinger IIC'' 2 : This variant uses a smaller engine and removes the AP Gauss | + | *; ''Stinger IIC'' 2 : This variant uses a smaller engine and removes the [[AP Gauss rifle]] of the original version. It uses the freed weight to carry an [[improved heavy large laser]]. This makes overheating a problem, but the variant functions well as a hit and run raider provided the additional stress is managed well.<ref name=trop140/> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | ||
| − | + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | |
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 22:18, 23 March 2024
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| Stinger IIC | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Alliance Defenders Limited[1] |
| Production Year | 3085[2] |
| Model | Standard |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 2,195,040 C-Bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 20 tons |
| Chassis | Earthwerks STG-EG endo steel[1] |
| Armor | Compound FM3 Ferro-Fibrous[1] |
| Engine | Nissan 120[1] |
| Communications System | Garret T10B[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | Tokasha B4 T&T[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double heat sinks |
| Speed | 97 km/h |
| Jump Jets | SR Starlifter 20[1] |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 730[3] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Stinger IIC is a design that serves several purposes. When it was introduced, the Outworlds Alliance and Clan Snow Raven hadn't yet officially merged into the Raven Alliance, and the two polities had lost a great deal of their reconnaissance capability due to ongoing struggles with the Draconis Combine. The Stinger IIC was introduced to address both issues: it serves as a symbol of the Alliance and Ravens joining forces, and it also serves to increase the reconnaissance capability of the new realm's military. The older Stingers produced by Alliance Defenders Limited were upgraded with Clan-spec equipment, allowing Clan warriors to use it without shame, and the Outworlds pilots gained a new BattleMech.[1]
Though the Stinger IIC has a relatively low ground speed by Jihad-era standards, it is still fast enough to act as a harasser unit as well as a recon platform. Its 180 meter jump range helps overcome the speed, as well as gives pilots the ability to easily escape difficult terrain. The upgraded armor protection is valued by those warriors used to the older Stinger as well, but this armor is still too light to allow the 'Mech to operate in a stand-up fight. Finally, an upgrade to double heat sinks keep the Stinger IIC cool.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The basic Stinger IIC mounts a pair of advanced improved heavy medium lasers. Though it has the same range as the standard medium laser, the improved heavy model will inflict as much damage as a standard PPC, and as such two of these weapons allow the Stinger IIC to inflict heavy damage on units that aren't expecting it. To maintain the anti-infantry capability offered by the original Stinger' machine guns, the Stinger IIC carries an AP Gauss rifle in the right arm, with a full ton of ammunition.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Stinger IIC 2
- This variant uses a smaller engine and removes the AP Gauss rifle of the original version. It uses the freed weight to carry an improved heavy large laser. This makes overheating a problem, but the variant functions well as a hit and run raider provided the additional stress is managed well.[1]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Stinger IIC has the following Design Quirks:
Related Designs[edit]
Stinger - This mech was created by Clan Snow Raven as a IIC refit in order to improve the aging mech and promote unity with the Outworlds Alliance.