Beowulf (BattleMech)
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- This article is about the 45-ton BattleMech. For other uses, see Beowulf.
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| Beowulf | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Odin Manufacturing[1] |
| Production Year | 3059[2] |
| Model | BEO-12[1] |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 9,180,240 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 45 tons |
| Chassis | Beowulf 3 |
| Armor | Wall Type 6 Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | GM 270 XL |
| Communications System | Dash-2 Standard |
| Targeting Tracking System | Blade 12 with Beagle Active Probe and TAG |
| Heat Sinks | 12 double |
| Speed | 97 km/h (129 km/h with MASC) |
| Jump Jets | Odin Type II |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,147[3][4] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,319[1][5] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Beowulf medium BattleMech was designed to act as a replacement for Mongoose reconnaissance 'Mechs that ComStar lost access to when Terra fell to the Word of Blake. The Beowulf weighs almost twice as much as the 'Mech it replaces, allowing it to carry a heavier weapons payload and more armor.[6]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The primary weapon on the Beowulf is a highly accurate Blankenburg large pulse laser, supported by two Diverse Optics ER medium lasers. To make it easier for the 'Mech to hunt down its targets, the Beowulf also mounts a Cyclops Beagle active probe, and a Garret Mole TAG target designator allows the 'Mech to designate targets for Arrow IV artillery attacks.[6]
To save weight on the 'Mech and still allow for high speeds, the Beowulf is powered by a GM 270 XL engine that weighs half as much as a standard fusion engine. It also mounts MASC, enhancing its top speed of 129.6 km/h to allow it to keep up with most light 'Mechs. To traverse rough terrain, the Beowulf has six Odin Type II jump jets that allow it to jump up to 180 meters. For protection from enemy fire, the Beowulf carries eight and a half tons of Wall Type 6 ferro-fibrous armor.[6]
Variants[edit]
- BEO-14
- An advanced tech variant of the Beowulf introduced during the Jihad that has its weapon systems revised with the era's newest weaponry. The large pulse laser and one ER medium laser were dropped for a pair of medium variable speed pulse lasers in the left arm and a pair of ER small lasers, one standard small laser, and a 'Mech sword in the right arm. Triple Strength Myomer replaces the MASC to give a slightly slower, but less risky means of achieving higher speeds and deal heavier melee damage. To aid in reaching the heat levels needed for the TSM to activate, a pair of double heat sinks were removed. The Beowulf also features a C3 slave unit. BV (2.0) = 1,287[7]
- BEO-X-7a
- This Beowulf variant, designed by ComStar Adept Jacob Arevalo, uses experimental technology like a composite internal structure and stealth armor. It also upgrades the onboard electronics to an Angel ECM suite and Bloodhound active probe that have been armored. The TAG and MASC systems remain, but the jump jets have been replaced by seven improved jump jets, and a Full-Head Ejection System is also fitted to protect the pilot. To make room for all this equipment, the cockpit was replaced by a small cockpit and the 'Mech only carries a pair of ER medium lasers in each arm for weaponry.[8]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Beowulf has the following Design Quirks:[9]
The BEO-X-7a Beowulf variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[8]
Related BattleMechs[edit]
- Mongoose - The Beowulf BattleMech was designed as a better armed and armored replacement for destroyed Mongoose BattleMechs.[6]
- Mongoose II - Both the Beowulf and the Mongoose II are upgraded versions of the Star League-era Mongoose scout BattleMech.[10]
- Beowulf IIC - After receiving extensive access to Clan-tech following Clan Ghost Bear's merger with the Republic during the Jihad, Odin developed a more expensive Clan-grade version of the ComStar designed original for Dominion's touman to help increase their profit margin.[11]
Notes[edit]
- The Beowulf is named after the hero of the epic by the same name.
Gallery[edit]
Original Beowulf from TRO:3060
Experimental BEO-X-7a Beowulf from XTRO:ComStar
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 78–79: "BEO-12 Beowulf"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Beowulf (BattleMech)
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 123
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 110
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 127
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 88–89: "Beowulf 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 127
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Experimental Technical Readout: ComStar, p. 3
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Beowulf Entry
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 72
- ↑ Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 144: "Beowulf IIC"