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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Ursus II''''' is a Clan Medium BattleMech that was jointly developed by Bergan Industries of [[Alshain]] and Arc-Royal MechWorks of [[Arc-Royal]]. | + | The '''''Ursus II''''' is a Clan Medium BattleMech that was jointly developed by Bergan Industries of [[Alshain]] and Arc-Royal MechWorks of [[Arc-Royal]]. Due to their unique status as being a secured producer of Clan Technology, the ''Ursus II'' was built as means for Bergan Industries to increase influence in a very small market. The ''Ursus II'' was first produced in [[3078]], when early production runs went to units participating in the last phases of the liberation of [[Terra]]. The design was seen as a body guard unit, escorting larger, more vital 'Mechs. |
| − | Based on the [[Clan Ghost Bear|Ghost Bear's]] second-line | + | Based on the [[Clan Ghost Bear|Ghost Bear's]] second-line ''[[Ursus]]'', the design had some considerable changes from the original. The XL Fusion Engine was downgraded to a 200 Rated engine, to help lower costs. To make up for its loss in speed, the design was fitted with Improved Jump Jets, which add more tactical mobility. In its role as a Body Guard unit, the 'Mech employs an [[ECM Suite]]. Its hull is protected by 10.5 tons of Standard Armor.<ref>''Technical Readout 3085'', pp. 154-155 - Ursus II's background and equipment info.</ref> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Ursus II'' is well rounded 'Mech, where is long range firepower includes its [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IVs]] guided Ten-Tubed Long Range Missile Launcher and Extended Range Large Laser. As the 'Mech closes in on its target, | + | The ''Ursus II'' is a well rounded 'Mech, where is long range firepower includes its [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IVs]] guided Ten-Tubed Long Range Missile Launcher and Extended Range Large Laser. As the 'Mech closes in on its target, it can employ is close range weaponry, which includes two Medium Pulse Lasers, two ER Small Lasers, and a Six-Tubed Streak Short-Range Missile Launcher. Both built-in CASE protected missile launchers are only allotted one ton of ammunition each. To manage the 'Mech's weapons and equipment heat, the ''Ursus II'' uses 13 [[Double Heat Sinks]]. A pilot using the 'Mech must be careful not to overload their heat sinks, having to choose which systems to employ.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 154-155 - Ursus II's Combat systems and heat management systems.</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * | + | *The ''Ursus II'' has no known variants. |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
Revision as of 20:13, 27 December 2011
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| Ursus II | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Arc-Royal MechWorks Bergan Industries |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Bergan XIV Endo Steel |
| Armor | Royal-7 Standard |
| Engine | Firebox 200 XL |
| Speed | 65 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Leaper Model, L5 Improved |
| Armament |
ER Large Laser |
| BV (2.0) | 2,069[1] |
Description
The Ursus II is a Clan Medium BattleMech that was jointly developed by Bergan Industries of Alshain and Arc-Royal MechWorks of Arc-Royal. Due to their unique status as being a secured producer of Clan Technology, the Ursus II was built as means for Bergan Industries to increase influence in a very small market. The Ursus II was first produced in 3078, when early production runs went to units participating in the last phases of the liberation of Terra. The design was seen as a body guard unit, escorting larger, more vital 'Mechs.
Based on the Ghost Bear's second-line Ursus, the design had some considerable changes from the original. The XL Fusion Engine was downgraded to a 200 Rated engine, to help lower costs. To make up for its loss in speed, the design was fitted with Improved Jump Jets, which add more tactical mobility. In its role as a Body Guard unit, the 'Mech employs an ECM Suite. Its hull is protected by 10.5 tons of Standard Armor.[2]
Armament
The Ursus II is a well rounded 'Mech, where is long range firepower includes its Artemis IVs guided Ten-Tubed Long Range Missile Launcher and Extended Range Large Laser. As the 'Mech closes in on its target, it can employ is close range weaponry, which includes two Medium Pulse Lasers, two ER Small Lasers, and a Six-Tubed Streak Short-Range Missile Launcher. Both built-in CASE protected missile launchers are only allotted one ton of ammunition each. To manage the 'Mech's weapons and equipment heat, the Ursus II uses 13 Double Heat Sinks. A pilot using the 'Mech must be careful not to overload their heat sinks, having to choose which systems to employ.[3]
Variants
- The Ursus II has no known variants.
Notes
The Ursus II was originally introduced to the Battletech universe by WizKids' MechWarrior: Dark Age collectable miniatures game.