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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Viking IIC.jpg | |image=Viking IIC.jpg | ||
| − | |name=Viking IIC | + | |name=''Viking IIC'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Grumium Creations]] | + | |manufacturer= |
| + | [[Grumium Creations]] | ||
| + | ---- | ||
| + | [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] | ||
| production year=3095 | | production year=3095 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6634/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6634/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|model=Standard | |model=Standard | ||
|introduced=Introduction Year::3095 | |introduced=Introduction Year::3095 | ||
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|cost= | |cost= | ||
| + | |Tech Base=Clan | ||
| + | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
|mass=90 | |mass=90 | ||
| − | |chassis=[[ | + | |chassis=[[GC Type 2C Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor=[[ | + | |armor=[[GC Hardened Slab]] with [[CASE II]] |
|engine=[[GM 270]] | |engine=[[GM 270]] | ||
|comsys=[[GC Wave 12B]] | |comsys=[[GC Wave 12B]] | ||
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|heat sinks=11 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | |heat sinks=11 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | ||
|speed=43 | |speed=43 | ||
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|armament= | |armament= | ||
*2x [[LRM-20|LRM-20s]] | *2x [[LRM-20|LRM-20s]] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Viking IIC''''' is an [[Technology Rating|advanced Clan tech]] Assault 'Mech originally produced by Grumium Creations within the Rasalhague Dominion. | + | The '''''Viking IIC''''' is an [[Technology Rating|advanced Clan tech]] Assault 'Mech originally produced by [[Grumium Creations]] within the [[Rasalhague Dominion]]. Based on the old [[ComStar]] & [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] design, the ''Viking IIC'' started as part of Grumium's last attempt to retool the design in an effort to avoid closure. The design originally started as a refit of the existing [[Viking]] mechs available to the company, and later those in [[Clan Ghost Bear]]'s [[touman]]. Using advanced Clan technology, [[Grumium Creations]] added new equipment and enhancements to better the 'Mech's chances of survival on the battlefield. However, it remained stuck in the Fire-Support role. As part of the effort to keep the design alive, Grumium licensed the ''Viking IIC'' to [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] of [[Arc-Royal]]. The ''Viking IIC'' would prove to be good 'Mech, despite its low speed. However, it would have limited endurance on the battlefield due to its dependence on the roughly 8 tons of missile ammunition it carries. |
| − | Efforts to save the company from closure were for naught, with the ''Viking IIC'' being the last product. However, the ''Viking IIC'' continued be produced by Arc-Royal, entering service with the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] as well as in limited numbers with the [[Republic of the Sphere]] and [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 44-45, 104 Viking IIC - Background</ref> | + | Efforts to save the company from closure were for naught, with the ''Viking IIC'' being the last product. However, the ''Viking IIC'' continued be produced by [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]], entering service with the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] as well as in limited numbers with the [[Republic of the Sphere]] and [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 44-45, 104 Viking IIC - Background</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | A much tougher BattleMech than its predecessor, the ''Viking IIC'' is protected by a massive 31 tons of GC Hardened | + | A much tougher BattleMech than its predecessor, the ''Viking IIC'' is protected by a massive 31 tons of GC [[Hardened Armor]]. This is a dense and tough hardened armor, which while providing considerable protection in combat also slows the 'Mech down. Its lack of speed would make the ''Viking IIC'' unpopular with [[Clan]] warriors, who prefer swifter machines in combat. The foundation of toughness is also found in its GC Type 2C [[Endo Steel]] skeleton and a General Motors 270-Rated Fusion Engine. |
| − | The 'Mech's armaments remain similar to that of the original Viking, consisting principally of far-reaching clusters of Long | + | The 'Mech's armaments remain similar to that of the original Viking, consisting principally of far-reaching clusters of [[Long Range Missile]] launchers. However, unlike its predecessor, these weapons enjoy having no minimum range limitations, giving a rude shock to those unaware of this feature. The main launchers are a pair of [[LRM-20]]s mounted in the mech's arms. Its secondary 15-tubed missile launchers are split and mounted in each of the Mech's side torsos, along with a single [[ER Micro Laser]]. Like its originator, the ''Viking IIC'' mounts [[Machine Guns]] in each of its legs. All of its missile launchers are guided by advanced [[Artemis V Fire Control Systems]] which are mounted in each location where the launchers are found. The 'Mech's ammunition bins are all housed in the side torsos, with [[CASE II]] fitted to allow the design to survive ammunition explosions and retain the uses of its minimal sized arms.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 44-45, 104 Viking IIC - Stats</ref> |
| − | == | + | ==Design Quirks== |
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The ''Viking IIC'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: | The ''Viking IIC'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: | ||
*[[Difficult to Maintain]] | *[[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
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*[[No/Minimal Arms]] | *[[No/Minimal Arms]] | ||
*[[Poor Targeting|Poor Targeting (Short)]] | *[[Poor Targeting|Poor Targeting (Short)]] | ||
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| + | ==Related Designs== | ||
| + | *''[[Viking]]'' - The original version of the ''Viking IIC'', originally employed by [[ComStar]] and the [[Free Rasalhague Republic]]. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth]]'' | ||
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[[Category:Clan Ghost Bear BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Clan Ghost Bear BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Clan Wolf-in-Exile BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Clan Wolf-in-Exile BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] | ||
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[[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:20, 15 April 2024
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| Viking IIC | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Grumium Creations
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| Production Year | 3095[1] |
| Model | Standard |
| Class | Assault |
| Introduced | Introduction Year::3095 |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 90 tons |
| Chassis | GC Type 2C Endo Steel |
| Armor | GC Hardened Slab with CASE II |
| Engine | GM 270 |
| Communications System | GC Wave 12B |
| Targeting Tracking System | GC MultiTrac System Type 6 w/Artemis V |
| Heat Sinks | 11 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 43 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 2,780[2][3][4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Viking IIC is an advanced Clan tech Assault 'Mech originally produced by Grumium Creations within the Rasalhague Dominion. Based on the old ComStar & Free Rasalhague Republic design, the Viking IIC started as part of Grumium's last attempt to retool the design in an effort to avoid closure. The design originally started as a refit of the existing Viking mechs available to the company, and later those in Clan Ghost Bear's touman. Using advanced Clan technology, Grumium Creations added new equipment and enhancements to better the 'Mech's chances of survival on the battlefield. However, it remained stuck in the Fire-Support role. As part of the effort to keep the design alive, Grumium licensed the Viking IIC to Arc-Royal MechWorks of Arc-Royal. The Viking IIC would prove to be good 'Mech, despite its low speed. However, it would have limited endurance on the battlefield due to its dependence on the roughly 8 tons of missile ammunition it carries.
Efforts to save the company from closure were for naught, with the Viking IIC being the last product. However, the Viking IIC continued be produced by Arc-Royal MechWorks, entering service with the Lyran Commonwealth as well as in limited numbers with the Republic of the Sphere and Clan Wolf-in-Exile.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
A much tougher BattleMech than its predecessor, the Viking IIC is protected by a massive 31 tons of GC Hardened Armor. This is a dense and tough hardened armor, which while providing considerable protection in combat also slows the 'Mech down. Its lack of speed would make the Viking IIC unpopular with Clan warriors, who prefer swifter machines in combat. The foundation of toughness is also found in its GC Type 2C Endo Steel skeleton and a General Motors 270-Rated Fusion Engine.
The 'Mech's armaments remain similar to that of the original Viking, consisting principally of far-reaching clusters of Long Range Missile launchers. However, unlike its predecessor, these weapons enjoy having no minimum range limitations, giving a rude shock to those unaware of this feature. The main launchers are a pair of LRM-20s mounted in the mech's arms. Its secondary 15-tubed missile launchers are split and mounted in each of the Mech's side torsos, along with a single ER Micro Laser. Like its originator, the Viking IIC mounts Machine Guns in each of its legs. All of its missile launchers are guided by advanced Artemis V Fire Control Systems which are mounted in each location where the launchers are found. The 'Mech's ammunition bins are all housed in the side torsos, with CASE II fitted to allow the design to survive ammunition explosions and retain the uses of its minimal sized arms.[6]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Viking IIC is subject to the following Design Quirks:
Related Designs[edit]
- Viking - The original version of the Viking IIC, originally employed by ComStar and the Free Rasalhague Republic.
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Viking IIC
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 44-45, 104 Viking IIC - BV2
- ↑ Viking IIC's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 318
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 44-45, 104 Viking IIC - Background
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 44-45, 104 Viking IIC - Stats