Editing Cyclops

{{otheruses|the BattleMech|other uses|Cyclops (disambiguation)}}
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Cyclops RGilClan v21.png
|name = ''Cyclops''
|manufacturer = 
[[Grumium Creations]]
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[[Stormvanger Assemblies, Unlimited]] (10-Z; destroyed 2774)<ref name=TRSWp168f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 168–169: "CP-10-Z Cyclops"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 -->
|model = CP-10-Z
|class = Assault
|year reference = <ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 118</ref><ref name=TR3039p164f>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 164–165</ref>
|production year = 2710
|cost = 9,217,660 C-bills
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|mech type = BattleMech
|mass = 90
|chassis = [[Stormvanger HV-7]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|armor = [[Starshield Special]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|engine = [[Hermes 360]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|comsys = [[Olmstead 840]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|T&T = [[Tacticon Tracer 280]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|heat sinks = 12 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp168f/> -->
* 1x [[autocannon/20]]
* 1x [[LRM-10]]
* 2x [[medium laser]]
* 1x [[SRM-4]]
|BV (1.0) = 965
|BV (2.0) = 1,308<ref name=TRSWp168f/><ref name=TR3039p164f />
}}

==Description==
The '''''Cyclops''''' began production in [[Introduction Year::2710]] as an assault BattleMech and headquarters unit for [[Star League Defense Force]] field commanders.  A decent mix of weapons provided the ''Cyclops'' with both long- and short-range firepower and a sizable engine to keep up with mobile operations.  The most important feature of the 'Mech though was its advanced electronics, especially the [[Tacticon B-2000 Battle Computer]], which allows the pilot to effectively command up to [[brigade]]-sized units. Other aspects of the 'Mech are less than stellar however.  The diverse array of weapons means the 'Mech does suffer somewhat from ammunition issues while meager armoring provides less protection than that found on similar machines, though it is enough to stave off attackers until reinforcements arrive.  In particular the armoring on the head section, while as heavily protected as allowed by the internal structure, leaves the pilot and the sophisticated command and control equipment more vulnerable than usual.  When operating as the command vehicle at [[regiment]]al and higher echelons with an ample support apparatus and guarded by a headquarters [[lance]], these deficiencies are far less noticeable and the ''Cyclops'' could be kept in reserve until employed to turn the tide of battle or exploit a weakness.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TR3039p164f/>

Unfortunately the ''Cyclops'' did not fare so well with the onset of the [[Amaris Civil War]] when the [[Rim Worlds Republic Military]] destroyed its primary factory on [[Caph]] in [[2774]].  Spare parts for the machine quickly began to dry up, until by the end of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] less than ten percent still had a working B-2000 computer.  Lacking the critical part of being a command vehicle many ''Cyclops''es were pressed into an assault role.  Acting as the bodyguard or decoy for the real commanding officer, they proved to be swift if mediocre combat machines.  As most enemies know about the vulnerable head and automatically target it in combat, many ''Cyclops'' pilots also began adding false head protectors to defend against impacts. A study by the [[NAIS]] after the [[Fourth Succession War]] would eventually find that these caused more harm than good by restricting vision and increasing shrapnel, ending the practice altogether.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TR3039p164f/>

The rediscovery of the [[Helm Memory Core]] kick-started a number of attempts to replicate the B-2000 computer, however there were no successful attempts prior to the [[Clan Invasion]].  Also, the invention of the [[C3 computer]] with its emphasis on small-scale networking, and a switch in doctrine to using [[DropShip]]s as command posts, saw the ''Cyclops''' command role decline.  However [[Grumium Creations]] was eventually able to restart production of new variants of the 'Mech, and where it has participated a ''Cyclops'' with a working B-2000 has had noticeable effects.  For this reason ''Cyclops'' 'Mechs with a working battle computer were reserved for high-ranking officers.<ref name=TR3039p164f/><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 100</ref>

==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Cyclops'' carries an arsenal built to handle almost any situation. For long-range combat and indirect fire, the 'Mech carries a [[Delta Dart]] [[LRM-10]] missile launcher in the left torso along with one ton of reloads. For closer ranges the 'Mech has a variety of weapons. A [[Zeus-36, Mark III]] [[Autocannon/20]] mounted in the right torso keeps all but the heaviest 'Mechs at a respectable distance and is fed by four tons of ammo split between both sides of the torso.  The autocannon is backed up by two [[Diverse Optics Type 20]] [[medium laser]]s, one in either arm, and a [[Hovertec Quad]] [[SRM-4]] with one ton of reloads in the center torso.<ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 23</ref><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TR3039p164f/>

The centerpiece of the ''Cyclops'' is its sophisticated holographic battle computer, the [[Tacticon B-2000]].  When combined with the Olmstead 840 tight beam comm suite with SatNav module, the ''Cyclops'' can effectively command a brigade across the surface of an entire world.  Unfortunately the ''Cyclops'' is poorly protected relative to other assault 'Mechs with only ten tons of armor, and while its normal load of twelve [[heat sink]]s allows it to stay cool in most cases, they can prove to be inadequate in especially heavy situations.<ref name=IRS/><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TR3039p164f/>

==Variants==
*; CP-10-HQ : The most notable of all ''Cyclops'' variants, introduced in [[2750]], fits the 'Mech with a [[Collapsible Command Module]] strapped to its rear torso, allowing a fully operational headquarters bunker to be set up in fifteen minutes.  In order to make room for the module the Autocannon/20 and its ammunition was removed from this variant.  Irreparable damage suffered during the Succession Wars means less than half of those ''Cyclops''es with a working B-2000 have an operable command module.<ref name=TRSWp168f/><ref name=TR3039p164f/> BV (1.0) = 900; BV (2.0) = 1,107<ref name=MUL84>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 84</ref>

*; CP-10-Q : The Q variant of the ''Cyclops'' was introduced in [[2801]] in an attempt to keep enemies at range.  It removed the Autocannon/20 and replaced it with an additional LRM-10, three more tons of missile reloads, two additional heat sinks, a third medium laser in the right torso and seven more tons of armor, making it very well protected.<ref name=TRSWp168f/> BV (1.0) = 1,213; BV (2.0) = 1,584<ref name=MUL84/>

*; CP-11-A : A common modification of the ''Cyclops'' that uses some rediscovered [[Star League]] technology, the 11-A was introduced in [[3045]] and replaces the massive [[Autocannon/20]] for a [[Zeus Slingshot]] [[Gauss rifle]] with two tons of ammo. Although doing slightly less damage it has a much larger effective range. BV (1.0) = 1,251; BV (2.0) = 1,547<ref name=TRO3050u/>

*; CP-11-A-DC : First modified by the [[Capellan Confederation]] during the technological renaissance of the late Succession Wars, one ton each of gauss and LRM ammunition and one heat sink are removed from an 11-A to enable installation of a [[Command Console]]. BV 2.0 = 1507<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 252</ref><ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4032/cyclops-cp-11-a-dc MUL online entry for the CP-11A-DC variant]''</ref>

*; CP-11-B : Introduced in [[3071]] this version of the ''Cyclops'' carries a second Gauss Rifle, thirteen and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor and [[CASE]]. To make room for this equipment, engineers replaced the engine with a 270 rated model. Though this slows the ''Cyclops'' by 25%, the increased weaponry and armor protection compensates for the reduced speed.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,145<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 115</ref>

*; CP-11-C : The 11-C is similar to the 11-A in that they carry an almost identical weapons payload.  Built in [[3050]] the only difference is that the 11-C has removed the LRM-10 launcher and replaced it with a C3 computer, which allows it to share targeting data and coordinate C3 lances. An additional two tons of armor have been added to the design as well. This makes the 11-C a highly effective sniper and command 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,364: BV (2.0) = 1,553<ref name=MUL84/>

*; CP-11-C2 : Based on the 11-C variant and first fielded in [[3073]], this ''Cyclops'' is a [[company]]-command-level machine that carries a pair of [[C3 master computer]]s. To make room for these massive computers, the Gauss Rifle, its ammunition, and some armor were replaced by a single [[ER PPC]]. This leaves the ''Cyclops'' slightly undergunned for an assault 'Mech, but it shouldn't be engaging the enemy closely anyway. BV (2.0) = 1,534<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 116</ref>

*; CP-11-C3 : This version, introduced in [[3077]], is based on the 11-C as well but uses an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[C3 boosted master]] computer to cut through the ECM commonly found on [[Jihad]]-era battlefields. It carries a [[Streak SRM-4]], Gauss Rifle, and an [[ER medium laser]] in each arm. BV (2.0) = 1,752<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 117</ref>

*; CP-11-G : A full redesign of the ''Cyclops'', the 11-G was built by Grumium Creations for the [[Second Star League Defense Force]], [[Com Guards]] and [[Free Rasalhague Republic]].  Debuting in [[3058]] it redesigns the chassis to use [[Endo Steel]] construction and also replaces the standard armor with fifteen tons of ferro-fibrous armor. For long range combat it retains the Gauss Rifle and LRM-10 missile launcher minus one ton of missile reloads, while the arm-mounted medium lasers and center-torso SRM launcher were also upgraded to ER Medium Lasers and a [[Streak SRM-4]] launcher. All ammunition for the weapons was also shifted to the right torso and uses [[CASE]] to protect itself from complete destruction in the event of an ammunition explosion. BV (1.0) = 1,761:<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 143</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,984<ref name=MUL84/>

*; CP-11-H : An upgrade of the ''Cyclops'' that has come out of the [[Periphery]], the 11-H was first sighted in [[3064]] among the ranks of [[Lady Death]]'s pirates.  The H is built on the standard 10-Z chassis but now carries eleven and a half tons of ferro-fibrous armor and its weapons payload is heavily modified, carrying the standard Autocannon/20 and two medium lasers but replacing the rest for six [[Rocket Launcher 20]]s. This gives the 11-H the firepower to decimate anything that dares to close with it to attempt to make a kill. BV (1.0) = 1,333: BV (2.0) = 1,521<ref name=MUL84/>

*; CP-12-K : The 12-K variant of the ''Cyclops'' takes the 'Mech to the logical conclusion based on equipment available to the [[DCMS]]. Also built by Grumium and introduced in [[3059]], the 'Mech is armed with an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] for close to intermediate range combat. In place of the LRM launcher it carries an [[MRM-20]] launcher, which complements the autocannon's range profile, while retaining two ER medium lasers and a Streak SRM-4 for close ranges. The 'Mech is also armored with fourteen and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,511:<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 144</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,699<ref>''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,206.0.html CBT Forums: "Cyclops 12-K errata wrong?"]'' (dead link)</ref>

*; [[Dual Cockpit]] refits: The ''Cyclops'' is one of the Capellan Confederation's preferred 'Mechs to install Dual Cockpits. Standard refits usually install the Dual Cockpit on a CP-10-Z or CP-11-A, removing one ton of autocannon or gauss rifle ammunition, respectively.

*; ''Cyclops'' C : A recent Ghost Bear design for use in garrison Clusters, the ''Cyclops'' C is also available for purchase on the open market. Sheathed in [[hardened armor]], the C features protection unrivaled in any other Cyclops variant. This protection comes at the expense of speed, though, with this variant restricted to a top speed of just 54 km/h. Clan-grade weapons mimic the traditional weapon layout of the Cyclops. A [[Gauss rifle]] resides in the right torso, while a [[Streak LRM-10]] and [[Streak SRM-4]] are mounted in the left and center, respectively. Two arm-mounted Clan ER medium lasers round out the weapons array. All the ammo and the Gauss Rifle are contained in a [[CASE II]]–protected housing. The hardened armor, CASE II, and a standard engine work together to make this Cyclops and its pilot highly likely to live through a fight. BV (2.0) = 2,252<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 21'', p. 13</ref>

===Custom Variants===
* In K. Kitsman's dossier from [[MechWarrior: Dark Age]]'s [[MechWarrior: Falcon's Prey|Falcon's Prey]] accessory, Kitsman's ''Cyclops'' (Serial Number: LA5012-91F) is armed with a custom weapon configuration, consisting of a 360 rated [[Light Fusion Engine]], [[Ultra AC/20]], [[Delta Dart]] LRM-10 Launcher, ER PPC, and two Zippo [[Flamer|Flamers]]. However, as it is a dossier-only 'Mech, there are specifics missing and no record sheet of this particular 'Mech has been made as of this writing.<ref>''K. Kitsman dossier'', MWDA Falcon's Prey: Kitsman 'Mech is unique but information remains incomplete</ref>

===Apocryphal Variants===
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''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Call to Arms|''MechWarrior 5: Call to Arms'' Expansion Pack]]:''
*; CP-10-P: Introduced in [[3024]], the CP-10-P reduces the AC/20 to an [[AC/10]] and drops the left arm–mounted medium laser to carry a massive [[Sword|assault claymore]].<ref name=MW5CtA>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Call to Arms''</ref>

''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:''
*; CP-11-P: Introduced in [[3045]], this version of the ''Cyclops'' was built on an Endo Steel frame.  This means the CP-11-P can mount an SRM-4 in the center torso, an [[LRM-5]] along with [[Guardian ECM]] in the left torso, two [[AC/5]]s in the right torso, and two medium lasers in each arm.<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref>

''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*; CP-S ''Sleipnir'' : Named for the eight-legged horse ridden by the Norse god Odin, the ''Sleipnir'' is MWO's [[Hero 'Mech]] version of the ''Cyclops'' piloted by [[Ariana Winston]] of the [[Eridani Light Horse]]. Built around a 360 [[XL engine]] and Endo Steel frame, ''Sleipnir'' is armed with Gauss Rifle in each side torso, SRM-4 in the center torso and a medium laser in each arm and the head. Carrying four tons of Gauss rounds and a single ton of SRM missiles, ''Sleipnir'' mounts fifteen [[Double Heat Sink]]s with the remaining weight used on armor.<ref name=MWO-CL>''Cyclops Lore and Blueprint''</ref><ref name=MWO-CS>''MechWarrior Online'' Cyclops Sale Page</ref>
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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Cyclops'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Cyclops Entry</ref>
* [[Battle Computer]]
* [[Cowl]]
* [[Weak Head Armor|Weak Head Armor (2)]]
* [[Difficult Ejection]]

==Notable Pilots==
: See [[:Category: Notable Cyclops Pilots]]

==Notes==
* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Zyklop'''''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''ZP 10-C'''.
* In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as '''''Cyclope'''''.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
3025_Cyclops1.jpg|Original CP 10-Z ''Cyclops'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
CP-Cyclops.png|A ''Cyclops'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
3050U Cyclops.jpg|A CP-11-A ''Cyclops'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
Cyclops RGilClan v21.png|''Cyclops'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 21|RG:iClan v21]]''
Camomarikfusiliersoforiente1.png|''Cyclops'' in colors of [[Fusiliers of Oriente]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]''
Camomech-cyclops.png|A CP-10-Z ''Cyclops'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]''
Cyclops FP.PNG|A ''Cyclops'' from ''[[MechWarrior: Falcon's Prey|MWDA FP]]'' dossiers
CCG Counterstrike Cyclops.jpg|A CP-10-Z ''Cyclops'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
CCG Unlimited Cyclops.jpg|A CP-11-A ''Cyclops'' in combat from ''CCG''
CCG Crusade Cyclops.jpg|A CP-11-C ''Cyclops'' in combat from ''CCG''
MWO Cyclops.png|Concept art of the ''Cyclops'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
CP-S Sleipnir MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of CP-S ''Cyclops "Sleipnir"'' from ''[[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries|MW5:Mercs]]''
File:Cyclops Token.jpg|''Cyclops'' standee from ''[[BattleTech Fourth Edition]]''
File:Alpha Strike Command Lance - Cyclops.jpg|''Cyclops'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Command Lance Pack]]''
File:Inner Sphere Support Lance-Cyclops.jpg|''Cyclops'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Support Lance]]''
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
<div class="desktop-3-col">
* ''[[Cyclops Lore and Blueprint]]''
* ''[[Field Manual: Periphery]]''
* ''[[Introductory Record Sheets]]
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
* [https://mwomercs.com/cyclops ''MechWarrior Online Cyclops'' Sale Page]
* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_11.pdf MWDA Republic of the Sphere Dossier of Leroy Rhoads]''
* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_31.pdf MWDA Swordsworn's Dossier of K. Kitsman]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
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