Cuirass
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| Cuirass | |
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| Production Information | |
| Manufacturer(s) | Robinson Standard BattleWorks[1] |
| Production Year | 3086[2] |
| Model | CDR-1X[1] |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 40 tons |
| Chassis | Dorwinion Hyperactive 3 endo steel[1] |
| Armor | StarGuard II[1] |
| Engine | GM 240 XL[1] |
| Comms | Achernar Electronics HICS-15[1] |
| TTS | Federated Hunter Type 3[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single heat sinks[1] |
| Speed | 97[1] km/h |
| Jump Jets | Robinson-Liberty Model 12[1] |
| Armament | |
| B.V. (2.0) | 1,301[1][2] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Built on the same chassis as the Sentry and Watchman BattleMechs, the Cuirass is designed for the cavalry role. Its higher ground speed allows it to quickly strike at an enemy formation's flanks and withdraw. Though slower than lighter cavalry units, the 180 meter jump range offsets this disadvantage. To make room for the weapons and engine, the Cuirass uses an XL gyro, XL engine, and endo steel construction. CASE protected the autocannon ammunition, but pilots should remember that the eight tons of armor is not enough to stop heavy weapons fire. The use of the extralight engine and gyro also make the 'Mech vulnerable to penetrating armor shots. Another drawback is the use of single heat sinks on the 'Mech, and although this reduces cost, MechWarriors who are careless with their heat management can quickly find themselves shut down.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Cuirass' main armament is the RAC/5 carried in the left arm. Identical to the weapon used on the Legionnaire and Blade BattleMechs, this weapon can easily knock smaller opponents right off their feet. Three tons of CASE-protected ammunition keeps the Cuirass fighting for a long time. Unlike the Legionnaire, the Cuirass can close with an enemy unit and finish it off with either its ER medium laser or, if it needs to cool down, the two ton sword mounted in the right arm.[1]
Variants[edit]
- CDR-2BC3
- This version of the Cuirass, introduced in 3119,[3] uses double heat sinks to address the heat issue of the original design. It also removes the standard weaponry and replaces it with four Magshots, an ER small laser, and two medium X-Pulse lasers, and the sword is replaced with a medium vibroblade. This version also carries a C3 boosted slave to share targeting information with friendly forces. BV (2.0) = 990[3][4]
- CDR-2X
- This Cuirass variant, developed in 3134,[5] carries a medium vibroblade and heavy PPC, supported by a small re-engineered laser. Like the CDR-2BC3, this model also uses double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 1,226[6][5]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Cuirass is subject to the following Design Quirk:[7]
Notable Pilots[edit]
- Duke Aaron Sandoval, the leader of the Swordsworn faction, piloted a Cuirass from 3135 onwards.
Notes[edit]
This 'Mech was introduced in MechWarrior: Age of Destruction as Duke Aaron Sandoval's BattleMech, but wasn't given stats or fluff information until Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental.
'Mech Gallery[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental, pp. 26–27: "CDR-1X Cuirass"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 online entry for the Cuirass
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 /MUL online entry for the Cuirass CDR-2BC3 variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 103
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 /MUL online entry for the Cuirass CDR-2X variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 104
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Cuirass Entry