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|name=''Wolfhound''
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|manufacturer=[[TharHes Industries]] <br> [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]]
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[[TharHes Industries]]
 
|production year=3052
 
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|model= WLF-2
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|cost = 3,141,180 C-bills
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|cost = 5,469,930 [[C-bill]]s<ref name=MUL/>
 
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
 
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|mech type = BattleMech
 
|feet=biped
 
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|mass=35
 
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|chassis=Arc-Royal KH/3
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|armor=[[Durallex Medium]]
 
|engine=[[GM 210]]
 
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|comsys=[[O/P Com-22/H47]]
 
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|T&T=[[Digital Scanlok 347]]
 
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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
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A light, rugged, and dependable design, the '''''Wolfhound''''' made its first appearance in [[Introduction Year::3028]]. Following the success of the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' designed in partnership with the [[Federated Suns]], [[Archon]] [[Katrina Steiner]] ordered [[TharHes Industries]] to produce a [[BattleMech]] to address a persistent problem of the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]]: hunting down and destroying the ''[[Panther]]'' and ''[[Jenner]]'', swift light-weight 'Mechs of the [[Draconis Combine]] which had embarrassed the LCAF one too many times. The final design was a light 'Mech with an all-energy weapons payload effective at a variety of combat ranges, the maximum amount of armor for a 'Mech of its weight class, and the use of mostly standard components to keep costs down.<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 226-227</ref><ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 32-33</ref><ref name=SBSaD>''Starterbook: Sword and Dragon'', p.28</ref>
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A light, rugged, and dependable design, the '''''Wolfhound''''' made its first appearance in [[Introduction Year::3028]]. Following the success of the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' designed in partnership with the [[Federated Suns]], [[Archon]] [[Katrina Steiner]] ordered [[TharHes Industries]] to produce a [[BattleMech]] to address a persistent problem of the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]]: hunting down and destroying the ''[[Panther]]'' and ''[[Jenner]]'', swift light-weight 'Mechs of the [[Draconis Combine]] which had embarrassed the LCAF one too many times. The final design was a light 'Mech with an all-energy weapons payload effective at a variety of combat ranges, the maximum amount of armor for a 'Mech of its weight class, and the use of mostly standard components to keep costs down.<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 226-227</ref><ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 32-33</ref><ref name=SBSaD>''Starterbook: Sword and Dragon'', p.28</ref>
  
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Due to their fierce loyalty to House Steiner, the [[Kell Hounds]] were the first unit chosen to field test the ''Wolfhound'' in combat, followed shortly thereafter by [[Wolf's Dragoons]]. The design received its baptism of fire during the [[Fourth Succession War]] where it exceeded all expectations and performed brilliantly. This was especially true when the ''Wolfhound'' faced its intended targets, hitting the ''Jenner'' beyond its ability to return fire while closing the distance on the ''Panther'' to get within the minimum range of its primary weapon. With the successful end of the war the [[Federated Commonwealth]] ordered larger numbers of ''Wolfhound''s to outfit its [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth|military]] and the design was used again during the [[War of 3039]]. ''Wolfhound''s suffered far fewer casualties than other 'Mechs during that conflict and a mere handful fell into the hands of the Combine. While impressed with the 'Mech the Kuritans were too prideful to copy it themselves, instead using captured examples to help develop the ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' to specifically counter the 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
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Due to their fierce loyalty to House Steiner, the [[Kell Hounds]] were the first unit chosen to field-test the ''Wolfhound'' in combat, followed shortly thereafter by [[Wolf's Dragoons]]. The design received its baptism of fire during the [[Fourth Succession War]] where it exceeded all expectations and performed brilliantly. This was especially true when the ''Wolfhound'' faced its intended targets, hitting the ''Jenner'' beyond its ability to return fire while closing the distance on the ''Panther'' to get within the minimum range of its primary weapon. With the successful end of the war the [[Federated Commonwealth]] ordered larger numbers of ''Wolfhound''s to outfit its [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth|military]] and the design was used again during the [[War of 3039]]. ''Wolfhound''s suffered far fewer casualties than other 'Mechs during that conflict and as such, a mere handful fell into the hands of the Combine. While impressed with the 'Mech, the Kuritans were too prideful to copy it themselves, instead using captured examples to help develop the ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' specifically to counter the 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
  
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Eventually [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] was brought in to produce ''Wolfhound''s under license from TharHes, and the recovery of [[Lostech]] thanks to the [[Helm Memory Core]] allowed for a more advanced variant to be produced to combat the [[Clan Invasion]]. Unfortunately the necessary retooling of TharHes' factories to produce the WLF-2 model, introduced in [[3052]], took too long before [[ComStar]] brought an end to the invasion with the [[Battle of Tukayyid]]. These newer ''Wolfhound''s continued to be produced for both FedCom member states, although following the formal creation of the [[Lyran Alliance]] the TharHes factories began producing the newer WLF-3S model. This new variant was shipped only to units loyal to the Lyran state, and thus fought on the side of [[Katherine Steiner-Davion]] during the [[FedCom Civil War]]. During the [[Jihad]] the [[Word of Blake]] launched a devastating assault on [[Tharkad]], effectively shutting down TharHes' ''Wolfhound'' factory line; in response Arc-Royal increased production and introduced the WLF-4 model to replace the losses suffered by allied forces fighting the Blakists.<ref name=TRO3050U/>
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Eventually [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] was brought in to produce ''Wolfhound''s under license from TharHes, and the recovery of [[lostech]] thanks to the [[Helm Memory Core]] allowed for a more advanced variant to be produced to combat the [[Clan Invasion]]. Unfortunately the necessary retooling of TharHes' factories to produce the WLF-2 model, introduced in [[3052]], took too long before [[ComStar]] brought an end to the invasion with the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]]. These newer ''Wolfhound''s continued to be produced for both FedCom member states, although following the formal creation of the [[Lyran Alliance]] the TharHes factories began producing the newer WLF-3S model. This new variant was shipped only to units loyal to the Lyran state, and thus fought on the side of [[Katherine Steiner-Davion]] during the [[FedCom Civil War]]. During the [[Jihad]] the [[Word of Blake]] launched a devastating assault on [[Tharkad]], effectively shutting down TharHes' ''Wolfhound'' factory line; in response Arc-Royal increased production and introduced the WLF-4 model to replace the losses suffered by allied forces fighting the Blakists.<ref name=TRO3050U/>
  
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== Weapons and Equipment ==
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==Weapons and Equipment==
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As a "laser boat" the ''Wolfhound'''s very basic weapons array frees it from supply lines and allows for superior endurance during extended campaigns. The primary long-range weapon is a [[Cyclops XII]] [[ER Large Laser]] mounted in the right arm, which allows the ''Wolfhound'' to strike at ranges of nearly 600 meters. As secondary weapons for close combat, the ''Wolfhound'' is armed with four [[Defiance B3M Medium Laser|Defiance B3M]] [[Medium Laser]]s.  Three of these are split between the right, center, and left torso, while the fourth is mounted in the center-rear in case any 'Mech tries to exploit this traditional blind spot.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
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As a "laser boat", the ''Wolfhound''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s very basic weapons array frees it from supply lines and allows for superior endurance during extended campaigns. The primary long-range weapon is a [[Cyclops XII]] [[ER large laser]] mounted in the right arm, which allows the ''Wolfhound'' to strike at ranges of nearly 600 meters. As secondary weapons for close combat, the ''Wolfhound'' is armed with four [[Defiance B3M]] [[medium laser]]s, three of which are split between the right, center, and left torso, while the fourth is mounted in the center-rear in case any 'Mech tries to exploit this traditional blind spot.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
  
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Ten [[double heat sinks]] allow for superior heat management, while seven and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection. While the majority of the components used in the ''Wolfhound'' are Lyran in origin, the use of a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] required the help of the Federated Suns. Countless [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] lives have been saved thanks to this system's ability to operate in traditionally hostile environments.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
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10 [[double heat sink]]s allow for superior heat management, while seven and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection. While the majority of the components used in the ''Wolfhound'' are Lyran in origin, the use of a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] required the help of the Federated Suns. Countless [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] lives have been saved thanks to this system's ability to operate in traditionally hostile environments.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
  
 
== Variants ==
 
== Variants ==
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*;WLF-1 : The original ''Wolfhound'' model, produced from 3028 until the introduction of the WLF-2 variant. The pre-Helm Memory Core WLF-1's primary weapon is a standard Setanta [[Large Laser]], making its striking distance shorter than that of the later model, while its ten standard [[heat sink]]s did not dissipate as much waste heat as the newer double heat sinks used on the WLF-2.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0) = 736, BV (2.0) = 949<ref name=TRO3039/>
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*; WLF-1 : The original ''Wolfhound'' model, produced on Tharkad<ref name=TRSWp50f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 50–51: "WLF-1 Wolfhound"</ref> from 3028 until the introduction of the WLF-2 variant. The pre–Helm Memory Core WLF-1's primary weapon is a standard [[Setanta]] [[large laser]], making its striking distance shorter than that of the later model, while its 10 [[single heat sink]]s did not dissipate as much waste heat as the newer [[double heat sink]]s used on the WLF-2.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRSWp50f /><ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0) = 736, BV (2.0) = 949<ref name=TRO3039/> or 932<ref name=TRSWp50f />
  
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*;WLF-1A : A common field refit employed by some MechWarriors, this model simply removes the rear mounted medium laser and adds an extra heat sink.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 967<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 388</ref>  
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*; WLF-1A : A common field refit employed by some MechWarriors, this model simply removes the rear-mounted [[medium laser]] and adds an extra [[single heat sink]].<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRSWp50f /> BV (2.0) = 967<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 388</ref>  
  
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*;WLF-1B : Another common field refit, this model repositions the rear-firing medium laser to face forward.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 967<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 389</ref>  
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*; WLF-1B : Another common field refit, this model repositions the rear-firing [[medium laser]] to face forward.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRSWp50f /> BV (2.0) = 967<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 389</ref>  
  
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*;WLF-2H : This is a production model of the WLF-2X described below, introduced in [[3082]]. To ease production, the Actuator Enhancement System has been removed and replaced by an extra heat sink. The Reflective Armor has been replaced by the standard armor available anywhere in the Inner Sphere. The Heavy PPC retains the PPC Capacitor, and the XL Engine retains the Supercharger that allows for impressive speed boosts. A pair of ER Medium Lasers and an ER Small Laser round out the weapons. BV (2.0) = 1,511<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 105</ref>
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*; WLF-2H : The production model of the WLF-2X, introduced in [[3082]]. To ease production, the [[Actuator Enhancement System]] has been removed and replaced by an extra [[double heat sink]], and the [[laser reflective armor]] has been replaced by the [[standard armor]] available anywhere in the Inner Sphere. The [[heavy PPC]] retains the [[PPC capacitor]], and the [[XL engine]] retains the [[supercharger]] that allows for impressive speed boosts. A pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]] round out the weapons. BV (2.0) = 1,511<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 105</ref>
  
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*;WLF-2X : Developed by Arc-Royal MechWorks' [[Michael Bodien]] in the midst of the Jihad, the extensively modified WLF-2X variant utilizes [[Experimental Technology|experimental technology]]. Using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and an [[XL Engine|extra-light engine]] to save weight, the 2X's main weapon is a right-arm mounted [[Heavy PPC]] enhanced by both a [[PPC Capacitor]] and an [[Actuator Enhancement System]]. The torso mounted weapons remain lasers - specifically, two [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a single [[ER Small Laser]] - while ten double heat sinks allow it to keep their increased thermal output in check. Enhanced defensive protection comes in the form of [[supercharger]]-enhanced speed and cosmetically styled [[Laser Reflective Armor]]. BV (2.0) = 2,017<ref name="XTR:Mercs">''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 3, 16</ref>
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*; WLF-2X : Developed by Arc-Royal MechWorks' [[Michael Bodien]] in the midst of the Jihad, the extensively modified WLF-2X variant utilizes [[Experimental Technology|experimental technology]]. Using an [[endo steel]] chassis and an [[extralight engine]] to save weight, the 2X's main weapon is a right-arm mounted [[heavy PPC]] enhanced by both a [[PPC capacitor]] and an [[Actuator Enhancement System]]. The torso-mounted weapons remain lasers - specifically, two [[ER medium laser]]s and a single [[ER small laser]] - while 10 [[double heat sink]]s allow it to keep their increased thermal output in check. Enhanced defensive protection comes in the form of [[supercharger]]-enhanced speed and cosmetically styled [[laser reflective armor]]. BV (2.0) = 2,017<ref name="XTR:Mercs">''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 3, 16</ref>
  
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*;WLF-3M : A post-Jihad field refit of the WLF-3S in use among the states of the former [[Free Worlds League]], the 3M removes two double heat sinks and one half ton of armor to replace the ER PPC and ER Lasers with a right-arm mounted [[Light Gauss Rifle]] with a single ton of reloads.<ref name=TRO3085-68>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 68, "WLF-5 ''Wolfhound''"</ref> BV (2.0) = 786<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 101</ref>  
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*; WLF-3M : A post-Jihad field refit of the WLF-3S in use among the states of the former [[Free Worlds League]], the 3M removes two [[double heat sink]]s and one half ton of armor to replace the [[ER PPC]], [[ER medium laser]]s, and [[ER small laser]] with a right arm-mounted [[light Gauss rifle]] with a single ton of reloads.<ref name=TRO3085-68>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 68, "WLF-5 ''Wolfhound''"</ref> BV (2.0) = 786<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 101</ref>  
  
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*;WLF-3S : The 3S variant, introduced in [[3064]], sacrifices some of the 'Mech's durability for an increase in firepower. The 'Mech is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]] which frees up space on the chassis for new equipment. The ER large laser has been removed and replaced with an [[ER PPC]], extending its range even further. The medium lasers have been replaced with three forward facing ER medium lasers and a rear facing ER small laser. Finally, the chassis is now built using Endo Steel and the 'Mech has two additional double heat sinks to help handle the much heavier heat burden.<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0)= 944<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 57</ref>, BV (2.0)= 1,179<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 169</ref>
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*; WLF-3S : The 3S variant, introduced in [[3064]], sacrifices some of the 'Mech's durability for an increase in firepower. The 'Mech is powered by a [[light fusion engine]], which frees up space on the chassis for new equipment. The [[ER large laser]] has been removed and replaced with an [[ER PPC]], extending its range even further, while the [[medium laser]]s have been replaced with three forward facing [[ER medium laser]]s and a rear facing [[ER small laser]]. Finally, the chassis is now built using [[endo steel]] and the 'Mech has two additional [[double heat sink]]s to help handle the much heavier heat burden.<ref name=TRO3050U/> BV (1.0)= 944<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 57</ref>, BV (2.0)= 1,179<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 169</ref>
  
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*;WLF-4W : The 4W is based on the WLF-2 model and is intended as a mid-range harasser. Introduced by Arc-Royal MechWorks in [[3069]] the 4W has an Endo Steel chassis and carries three [[Light PPC]]s mounted in the torsos, as well as an ER medium laser and an ER small laser in the right arm.<ref name=TRO3050U/>
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*; WLF-4W : The 4W is based on the WLF-2 model and is intended as a midrange harasser. Introduced by Arc-Royal MechWorks in [[3069]] the 4W has an [[endo steel]] chassis and carries three [[light PPC]]s mounted in the torsos, as well as an [[ER medium laser]] and an [[ER small laser]] in the right arm.<ref name=TRO3050U/>
  
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*;WLF-4WA : An electronic warfare variant of the WLF-4W model introduced in [[3071]], the 4WA retains the trio of torso mounted Fusigon Longtooth Light PPCs, but exchanges the arm-mounted lasers for a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. BV (2.0) = 1,050<ref name="WB">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 28, 95.</ref>
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*; WLF-4WA : An electronic warfare variant of the WLF-4W model introduced in [[3071]], the 4WA retains the trio of torso-mounted [[Fusigon Longtooth (LPPC|Fusigon Longtooth]] [[light PPC]]s, but exchanges the arm-mounted lasers for a [[Guardian ECM suite]]. BV (2.0) = 1,050<ref name="WB">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 28, 95.</ref>
  
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*;WLF-5 : A post-Jihad variant produced on Arc-Royal alongside the WLF-4W in [[3079]], the WLF-5 is built on an Endo Steel frame and is powered by the larger 245 rated XL Engine to increase its ground speed by 20 km/h, capable of almost 150 km/h in short bursts due to the inclusion of [[MASC]]. Replacing the armament of lasers with an array of PPCs; a right-arm mounted Hound's-tooth [[Snub-Nose PPC]] is supported by a pair of torso-mounted Defiance 1002 Light PPCs.<ref name=TRO3085-68/> BV (2.0) = 1,290<ref name=TRO3085-69>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 69, "WLF-5 ''Wolfhound''"</ref>
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*; WLF-5 : A post-Jihad variant produced on Arc-Royal alongside the WLF-4W in [[3079]], the WLF-5 is built on an [[endo steel]] frame and is powered by the larger 245-rated [[XL engine]] to increase its ground speed by 20 km/h, capable of almost 150 km/h in short bursts due to the inclusion of [[MASC]]. Replacing the armament of lasers with an array of PPCs; a right arm-mounted [[Hound's-tooth]] [[snub-nose PPC]] is supported by a pair of torso-mounted [[Defiance 1002]] [[light PPC]]s.<ref name=TRO3085-68/> BV (2.0) = 1,290<ref name=TRO3085-69>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 69, "WLF-5 ''Wolfhound''"</ref>
  
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*;WLF-6S : A [[Dark Age]] variant, this ''Wolfhound'' carries an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each torso, while the center torso carries a [[Small X-Pulse Laser]] to cover the rear. The right arm is equipped with an [[Actuator Enhancement System]] to steady the [[Large Re-Engineered Laser]] that provides the bulk of the firepower. An [[XL Engine]] is fitted and allows the ''Wolfhound'' to reach a top speed of 111km/h. An Endo Steel Chassis and [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor are fitted as well. BV (2.0) = 1,266<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 15</ref>
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*; WLF-6S : A [[Dark Age]] variant, this ''Wolfhound'' carries an [[ER medium laser]] in each torso, while the center torso carries a [[small X-Pulse laser]] to cover the rear. The right arm is equipped with an [[Actuator Enhancement System]] to steady the [[large re-engineered laser]] that provides the bulk of the firepower. An [[XL engine]] is fitted and allows the ''Wolfhound'' to reach a top speed of 111 km/h. An [[endo steel]] chassis and [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor are fitted as well. BV (2.0) = 1,266<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 15</ref>
  
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*;[[Wolfhound IIC]] : [[Phelan Kell]] and his ''Wolfhound'', nicknamed "Grinner",  were captured by the forces of [[Clan Wolf]] during [[Operation Revival]]. When Phelan was inducted into the Wolf Clan as a Warrior, [[Khan]] [[Ulric Kerensky]] ordered his 'Mech be upgraded using [[Clan]] technology. BV (1.0) = 1,473, BV (2.0) = 1,579
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*; Unnamed Lyran Variant : Produced for the Lyran Alliance in the late days of the [[FedCom Civil War]], this variant uses a light engine and carries an ER Large Laser and four ER Medium Lasers. Originating in a [[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards|pilot dossier]] for ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age]]'', no record sheet has been provided for this variant.<ref name=DADossiers125>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 125: "Marcel Thennes"</ref>
  
 
===Custom Variants===
 
===Custom Variants===
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*;WLF-1 ''Allard'' : Personal 'Mech of Daniel Allard, commander of the Kell Hounds mercenary unit. With close ties to [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]], this Wolfhound was built in [[3062]] using [[Clan]] technology. It includes a Clan [[extralight engine]], twelve double heat sinks and Clan weaponry: an ER PPC in the right arm and three ER medium lasers split between the torso, while the rear-center torso mounts an ER small laser. All of these weapons are tied to a [[Targeting Computer]] for superior accuracy.  BV (2.0) = 1,941<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p.71</ref>
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*; WLF-1 ''Allard'' : Personal 'Mech of [[Daniel Allard]], commander of the Kell Hounds mercenary unit. With close ties to [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]], this ''Wolfhound'' was built in [[3062]] using [[Clan]] technology. It includes a Clan [[extralight engine]], 12 [[double heat sink]]s and Clan weaponry: an [[ER PPC]] in the right arm and three [[ER medium laser]]s split between the torso, while the rear-center torso mounts an [[ER small laser]]. All of these weapons are tied to a [[targeting computer]] for superior accuracy.  BV (2.0) = 1,941<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p.71</ref>
  
 
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*;WLF-GR ''Grinner'' : Rather than a mixtech or purely Clantech design, MechWarrior Online's version of Phelan Ward's ''Grinner'' is an entirely Inner Sphere technology replication of the main features of the ''Wolfhound IIC'' - an IS grade ER Large Laser in the right arm is supported by four forward facing standard Medium Lasers - two in the center torso and one in each side torso. Carrying an IS standard Endo Steel frame and just ten IS double heat sinks free up weight to also mount a Guardian ECM Suite.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' Resistance Heroes Sale Page</ref>
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*; WLF-GR ''Grinner'' : Rather than a mixed-tech or purely Clan-tech design, MechWarrior Online's version of [[Phelan Ward]]'s ''Grinner'' is an entirely Inner Sphere technology replication of the main features of the ''Wolfhound IIC'' - an IS grade [[ER large laser]] in the right arm is supported by four forward facing standard [[medium laser]]s - two in the center torso and one in each side torso. Carrying an IS standard [[endo steel]] frame and just 10 IS [[double heat sink]]s free up weight to also mount a [[Guardian ECM suite]].<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' Resistance Heroes Sale Page</ref>
 
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== Related BattleMechs ==
 
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* ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' - The Draconis Combine designed the medium ''Wolf Trap'' specifically to counter the ''Wolfhound''. It shares the ''Wolfhound'''s movement profile, but is far more reliant on ammunition-consuming weapons.
 
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== Notable Pilots ==
 
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Famous individuals in the BattleTech universe who piloted ''Wolfhound''s include:
 
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* [[Phelan Kell]], son of [[Morgan Kell]], also piloted a ''Wolfhound'', which he named "Grinner", after his dog, while serving with the Hounds until it was destroyed before his capture by [[Clan Wolf]] in [[3049]]. After being dissected and studied by Clan scientists, when Phelan was granted full warrior status Khan [[Ulric Kerensky]] authorized the reconstruction of his ''Wolfhound'' to become the aforementioned '''Wolfhound IIC''' variant.
 
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* Kommandant [[Tamara Duke]], officer of the [[Stormhammers]] piloted a Wolfhound during her battles against [[Clan Jade Falcon]] until her death in battle in Skye, in 3134.<ref name=ACtA013>''Blood of the Isle'' p. 277</ref>
 
  
 
== Design Quirks ==
 
== Design Quirks ==
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The ''Wolfhound'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95 Design Quirk Table - Wolfhound Entry.</ref>
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The ''Wolfhound'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95: Design Quirk Table - Wolfhound</ref>
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
 
* [[Good Reputation|Good Reputation (1)]]
 
* [[Good Reputation|Good Reputation (1)]]
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* [[Cooling System Flaws]]
 
* [[Cooling System Flaws]]
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
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* [[Rumble Seat]]
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== Related BattleMechs ==
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* ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' - The Draconis Combine designed the medium ''Wolf Trap'' specifically to counter the ''Wolfhound''. It shares the ''Wolfhound''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s movement profile, but is far more reliant on ammunition-consuming weapons.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 52</ref>
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* ''[[Wolfhound IIC]]'' : [[Phelan Kell]] and his ''Wolfhound'', nicknamed "Grinner",  were captured by the forces of [[Clan Wolf]] during [[Operation Revival]]. When Phelan was inducted into the Wolf Clan as a Warrior, [[Khan]] [[Ulric Kerensky]] ordered his 'Mech be upgraded using [[Clan]] technology.
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== Notable Pilots ==
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:''See [[:Category:Notable Wolfhound Pilots]]''
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===List of ones missing article but identified===
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* Kommandant [[Tamara Duke]], officer of the [[Stormhammers]] piloted a ''Wolfhound'' during her battles against [[Clan Jade Falcon]] until her death in battle in Skye, in 3134.<ref name=ACtA013>''Blood of the Isle'' p. 277</ref>
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
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In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Wolfshund'''. The model code was left unchanged.
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* The first appearance of the ''Wolfhound'' was in a ''[[BattleTechnology#Issue_0204|BattleTechnology, issue 0204]]'', article authored by Michael A. Stackpole with artwork by [[William H. Keith, Jr.]] While canon at the time it was published, ''BattleTechnology'' is now an apocryphal source. An updated, but shortened, version of this text and artwork later appeared in ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''. It then featured in Stackpole's novel, ''[[Blood Legacy]]''.
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Wolfshund'''. The model code was left unchanged.
  
 
== Gallery ==
 
== Gallery ==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
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Wolfhound.jpg|Original WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
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Wolfhound BT0204 p33.jpg|Original WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' from [[BattleTechnology#Issue 0204|''BattleTechnology'' #0204]]<br>(now apocryphal)
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Wolfhound RGilClan v17.png|''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17|RG:ilClan v17]]''
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Wolfhound WD.jpg|WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
 
Wolfhound TRO3039.png|''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3039|TRO:3039]]''
 
Wolfhound TRO3039.png|''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3039|TRO:3039]]''
 
3050 Wolfhound.jpg|WLF-2 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
 
3050 Wolfhound.jpg|WLF-2 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
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WLF-5 Wolfhound.jpg|WLF-5 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
 
WLF-5 Wolfhound.jpg|WLF-5 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
 
Wolfhound 2X_XTROMercs.jpg|Experimental WLF-2X ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs|XTRO:Mercs]]''
 
Wolfhound 2X_XTROMercs.jpg|Experimental WLF-2X ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs|XTRO:Mercs]]''
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Wolfhound RGilClan v17.png|''Wolfhound'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17|RG:ilClan v17]]''
 
WLF-2_Wolfhound_CT.PNG|WLF-2 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[CityTech, Second Edition]]''
 
WLF-2_Wolfhound_CT.PNG|WLF-2 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[CityTech, Second Edition]]''
 
Wolfhound_4thSW.jpg|WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[BattlePack: Fourth Succession War]]''
 
Wolfhound_4thSW.jpg|WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[BattlePack: Fourth Succession War]]''
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Wolfhound WLF-1 BT0204 p32.jpg|WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' from ''BattleTechnology'' #0204
 
CCG Crusade Wolfhound.jpg|WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
CCG Crusade Wolfhound.jpg|WLF-1 ''Wolfhound'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
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Wolfhound DFA.png|''Wolfhound'' from ''[[MechWarrior: Death From Above|MWDA DFA]]'' dossiers
 
MW4-M Wolfhound.png|Model of ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4:Mercenaries]]''
 
MW4-M Wolfhound.png|Model of ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4:Mercenaries]]''
 
MWO_Wolfhound.png|Model of ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
 
MWO_Wolfhound.png|Model of ''Wolfhound'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
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Alpha Strike Pursuit Lance - Wolfhound.jpg|''Wolfhound'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Pursuit Lance Pack]]''
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Inner Sphere Striker Lance - Wolfhound.jpg|''Wolfhound'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Striker Lance|Inner Sphere Striker Lance]]''
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Kell Hounds Striker Lance Wolfhound.jpg|''Wolfhound'' miniature from ''[[Kell Hounds Striker Lance]]''
 
</gallery>
 
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== Bibliography ==
 
== Bibliography ==
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<div class="desktop-3-col">
 
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
* ''[[BattlePack: Fourth Succession War]]''
 
* ''[[BattlePack: Fourth Succession War]]''
 
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]''
 
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
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* [https://mwomercs.com/resistance-heroes MechWarrior Online - Resistance Heroes Sale Page]
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* ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]''
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* [https://mwomercs.com/resistance-heroes ''MechWarrior Online'' - Resistance Heroes Sale Page]
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17]]''
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]''
 
* ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|''Wolf's Dragoons'']]
 
* ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|''Wolf's Dragoons'']]
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/death_from_above_24.pdf MechWarrior: Dark Age's Dossier Stormhammer officer Tamara Duke]''
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/death_from_above_4.pdf MechWarrior: Dark Age's Knight of the Sphere Marcel Thennes]''
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[[Category:Striker BattleMechs]]
 
 
[[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Clan Wolf-in-Exile BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Clan Wolf-in-Exile BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:German renamed units]]
 
[[Category:German renamed units]]

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Wolfhound
Wolfhound
Production information
Manufacturer Arc-Royal MechWorks

TharHes Industries

Production Year 3052[1]
Model WLF-2
Class Light
Cost 5,469,930 C-bills[1]
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 35 tons
Chassis Arc-Royal KH/3
Armor Durallex Medium
Engine GM 210
Communications System O/P Com-22/H47
Targeting Tracking System Digital Scanlok 347
Heat Sinks 10 double heat sinks
Speed 97.2 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 903
BV (2.0) 1,061[2]


Description

A light, rugged, and dependable design, the Wolfhound made its first appearance in 3028. Following the success of the Hatchetman designed in partnership with the Federated Suns, Archon Katrina Steiner ordered TharHes Industries to produce a BattleMech to address a persistent problem of the Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces: hunting down and destroying the Panther and Jenner, swift light-weight 'Mechs of the Draconis Combine which had embarrassed the LCAF one too many times. The final design was a light 'Mech with an all-energy weapons payload effective at a variety of combat ranges, the maximum amount of armor for a 'Mech of its weight class, and the use of mostly standard components to keep costs down.[3][2][4]

Due to their fierce loyalty to House Steiner, the Kell Hounds were the first unit chosen to field-test the Wolfhound in combat, followed shortly thereafter by Wolf's Dragoons. The design received its baptism of fire during the Fourth Succession War where it exceeded all expectations and performed brilliantly. This was especially true when the Wolfhound faced its intended targets, hitting the Jenner beyond its ability to return fire while closing the distance on the Panther to get within the minimum range of its primary weapon. With the successful end of the war the Federated Commonwealth ordered larger numbers of Wolfhounds to outfit its military and the design was used again during the War of 3039. Wolfhounds suffered far fewer casualties than other 'Mechs during that conflict and as such, a mere handful fell into the hands of the Combine. While impressed with the 'Mech, the Kuritans were too prideful to copy it themselves, instead using captured examples to help develop the Wolf Trap specifically to counter the 'Mech.[3][2]

Eventually Arc-Royal MechWorks was brought in to produce Wolfhounds under license from TharHes, and the recovery of lostech thanks to the Helm Memory Core allowed for a more advanced variant to be produced to combat the Clan Invasion. Unfortunately the necessary retooling of TharHes' factories to produce the WLF-2 model, introduced in 3052, took too long before ComStar brought an end to the invasion with the Battle of Tukayyid. These newer Wolfhounds continued to be produced for both FedCom member states, although following the formal creation of the Lyran Alliance the TharHes factories began producing the newer WLF-3S model. This new variant was shipped only to units loyal to the Lyran state, and thus fought on the side of Katherine Steiner-Davion during the FedCom Civil War. During the Jihad the Word of Blake launched a devastating assault on Tharkad, effectively shutting down TharHes' Wolfhound factory line; in response Arc-Royal increased production and introduced the WLF-4 model to replace the losses suffered by allied forces fighting the Blakists.[2]

Weapons and Equipment

As a "laser boat", the Wolfhound's very basic weapons array frees it from supply lines and allows for superior endurance during extended campaigns. The primary long-range weapon is a Cyclops XII ER large laser mounted in the right arm, which allows the Wolfhound to strike at ranges of nearly 600 meters. As secondary weapons for close combat, the Wolfhound is armed with four Defiance B3M medium lasers, three of which are split between the right, center, and left torso, while the fourth is mounted in the center-rear in case any 'Mech tries to exploit this traditional blind spot.[3][2]

10 double heat sinks allow for superior heat management, while seven and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection. While the majority of the components used in the Wolfhound are Lyran in origin, the use of a Full-Head Ejection System required the help of the Federated Suns. Countless MechWarrior lives have been saved thanks to this system's ability to operate in traditionally hostile environments.[3][2]

Variants

  • WLF-1 
    The original Wolfhound model, produced on Tharkad[5] from 3028 until the introduction of the WLF-2 variant. The pre–Helm Memory Core WLF-1's primary weapon is a standard Setanta large laser, making its striking distance shorter than that of the later model, while its 10 single heat sinks did not dissipate as much waste heat as the newer double heat sinks used on the WLF-2.[3][5][2] BV (1.0) = 736, BV (2.0) = 949[3] or 932[5]
  • WLF-1B 
    Another common field refit, this model repositions the rear-firing medium laser to face forward.[3][5] BV (2.0) = 967[7]
  • WLF-3S 
    The 3S variant, introduced in 3064, sacrifices some of the 'Mech's durability for an increase in firepower. The 'Mech is powered by a light fusion engine, which frees up space on the chassis for new equipment. The ER large laser has been removed and replaced with an ER PPC, extending its range even further, while the medium lasers have been replaced with three forward facing ER medium lasers and a rear facing ER small laser. Finally, the chassis is now built using endo steel and the 'Mech has two additional double heat sinks to help handle the much heavier heat burden.[2] BV (1.0)= 944[12], BV (2.0)= 1,179[13]
  • WLF-4W 
    The 4W is based on the WLF-2 model and is intended as a midrange harasser. Introduced by Arc-Royal MechWorks in 3069 the 4W has an endo steel chassis and carries three light PPCs mounted in the torsos, as well as an ER medium laser and an ER small laser in the right arm.[2]
  • WLF-5 
    A post-Jihad variant produced on Arc-Royal alongside the WLF-4W in 3079, the WLF-5 is built on an endo steel frame and is powered by the larger 245-rated XL engine to increase its ground speed by 20 km/h, capable of almost 150 km/h in short bursts due to the inclusion of MASC. Replacing the armament of lasers with an array of PPCs; a right arm-mounted Hound's-tooth snub-nose PPC is supported by a pair of torso-mounted Defiance 1002 light PPCs.[10] BV (2.0) = 1,290[15]
  • Unnamed Lyran Variant 
    Produced for the Lyran Alliance in the late days of the FedCom Civil War, this variant uses a light engine and carries an ER Large Laser and four ER Medium Lasers. Originating in a pilot dossier for MechWarrior: Dark Age, no record sheet has been provided for this variant.[17]

Custom Variants

Apocryphal Variants

Apocryphal Content Starts

The information after this notice comes from apocryphal sources; the canonicity of such information is uncertain.
Please view the reference page for information regarding their canonicity.

These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media.

From MechWarrior Online:

  • WLF-GR Grinner 
    Rather than a mixed-tech or purely Clan-tech design, MechWarrior Online's version of Phelan Ward's Grinner is an entirely Inner Sphere technology replication of the main features of the Wolfhound IIC - an IS grade ER large laser in the right arm is supported by four forward facing standard medium lasers - two in the center torso and one in each side torso. Carrying an IS standard endo steel frame and just 10 IS double heat sinks free up weight to also mount a Guardian ECM suite.[19]

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Design Quirks

The Wolfhound has the following Design Quirks:[20]

The WLF-2H Wolfhound variant is subject of the following Design Quirks:[8]

Related BattleMechs

  • Wolf Trap - The Draconis Combine designed the medium Wolf Trap specifically to counter the Wolfhound. It shares the Wolfhound's movement profile, but is far more reliant on ammunition-consuming weapons.[21]

Notable Pilots

See Category:Notable Wolfhound Pilots

List of ones missing article but identified

Notes

  • The first appearance of the Wolfhound was in a BattleTechnology, issue 0204, article authored by Michael A. Stackpole with artwork by William H. Keith, Jr. While canon at the time it was published, BattleTechnology is now an apocryphal source. An updated, but shortened, version of this text and artwork later appeared in Wolf's Dragoons. It then featured in Stackpole's novel, Blood Legacy.
  • In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Wolfshund. The model code was left unchanged.

Gallery

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 MUL online date for the Wolfhound
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 32-33
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 226-227
  4. ↑ Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p.28
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 50–51: "WLF-1 Wolfhound"
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 388
  7. ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 389
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 105
  9. ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs, p. 3, 16
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 Technical Readout: 3085, p. 68, "WLF-5 Wolfhound"
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 101
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 57
  13. ↑ Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 169
  14. ↑ Starterbook: Wolf and Blake, pp. 28, 95.
  15. ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 69, "WLF-5 Wolfhound"
  16. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17, p. 15
  17. ↑ MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards, p. 125: "Marcel Thennes"
  18. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p.71
  19. ↑ MechWarrior Online Resistance Heroes Sale Page
  20. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95: Design Quirk Table - Wolfhound
  21. ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 52
  22. ↑ Blood of the Isle p. 277

Bibliography

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